First Year Fellows Endoscopy Course (July 30-31)

13_Ergonomics

Pdf Summary

The ASGE First Year Fellows' Endoscopy Course focuses on the importance of ergonomics in endoscopy to minimize injuries and complications. It highlights the lack of ergonomic education and training for GI fellows and the need for mandatory ergonomics training. Up to 50% of GI trainees report endoscopy-related injuries, emphasizing the significance of addressing this issue.<br /><br />The course suggests various interventions at different stages of endoscopy to promote ergonomics and minimize injuries. Pre-endoscopy interventions include education, setting ergonomic goals, open communication among team members, scheduling breaks, and implementing an ergonomic time-out checklist.<br /><br />During endoscopy, technique and teamwork play a crucial role in maintaining proper ergonomics. Positioning of the tower, monitor, and bed are essential for reducing strain. The course also emphasizes the learner's role in speaking up and taking micro-breaks, wearing compression stockings, anti-fatigue mats, and two-piece lead aprons.<br /><br />Post-endoscopy interventions focus on recovery and feedback, including hydration, support devices, and radiation safety measures. The course also provides tips for minimizing injury risk during pregnancy, such as proper positioning and wearing personal and fetal dosimeters.<br /><br />The course encourages GI fellows to become ergonomics advocates by asking for feedback, speaking up about poor ergonomics, participating in education campaigns, collaborating with physiotherapy colleagues, conducting research on interventions' impact, and appealing to GI societies and industry for standardized ergonomics training and better design of scopes.<br /><br />Overall, the ASGE First Year Fellows' Endoscopy Course emphasizes the need for ergonomics training and interventions throughout the endoscopy process to improve safety and minimize injuries for GI fellows.

Keywords

ASGE First Year Fellows' Endoscopy Course

ergonomics in endoscopy

injuries and complications

ergonomic education

mandatory ergonomics training

endoscopy-related injuries

pre-endoscopy interventions

technique and teamwork

post-endoscopy interventions

ergonomics advocates