First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (Aug 6-7) | 2021-Accreditation Statement

Accreditation Statement_FYF Aug 6-7

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The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) is offering a two-day First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course on August 6-7, 2021 in Downers Grove, Illinois. The course focuses on providing a comprehensive review of endoscopic technique and clinical management for fellows in their first year of training. Participants will learn about upper and lower endoscopy, case-based endoscopic intervention, foreign body management, diagnostic upper endoscopy, and advanced techniques. The program includes a hands-on training session using ex-vivo animal models at the ASGE Institute for Training & Technology (IT&T). The course begins with didactic sessions followed by participants being split into two groups to rotate between hands-on sessions and additional didactic sessions. The dress code for the course is business casual.<br /><br />The learning objectives of the course include performing diagnostic upper and lower endoscopy, assessing sedation needs, understanding infection control guidelines, managing foreign bodies and bowel obstructions, diagnosing and managing acute upper and lower GI bleeding, handling endoscopes and devices, and understanding the principles of feeding tube placement.<br /><br />Physicians who participate in the course are eligible to claim a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. To claim credit, participants must complete an online evaluation survey through the ASGE Learning Management System. The system can be accessed by logging in using the provided user name and password. Participants can view the course syllabus and download presentation slides in PDF format. After completing the course evaluation, participants can claim their CME certificate.<br /><br />ASGE is committed to providing high-level scientific evidence and adhering to neutrality in their educational activities. Financial relationships of content experts, committee members, and staff planners are disclosed and reviewed to address potential conflicts of interest. Patient privacy is protected in accordance with HIPAA guidelines. The educational program aligns with desirable physician attributes and employs evidence-based practice.<br /><br />The course is planned by the ASGE Training Committee and features various faculty members who have disclosed their financial relationships or lack thereof with commercial interests. The course is supported by educational grants and in-kind support from several companies.<br /><br />©2021 American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. All rights reserved.

Keywords

American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course

August 6-7, 2021

Downers Grove, Illinois

endoscopic technique

clinical management

upper endoscopy

lower endoscopy

hands-on training

diagnostic upper endoscopy