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Protecting Yourself and Your Team
Protecting Yourself and Your Team
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Video Summary
The ASGE Endo Hangout for GI Fellows is a webinar series focused on discussing topics related to gastrointestinal endoscopy. In this particular presentation, the focus is on protecting oneself and the endoscopy team through ergonomics. The webinar emphasizes the risk factors for endoscopy-related injuries, such as repetitive strain injuries, and the impact these injuries can have on female endoscopists. Dr. Shergill discusses the need for mandatory ergonomics training for GI Fellows and the importance of institutional support and standardized evaluation of trainers. The concept of neutral postures and potential tool design modifications to reduce injury are also mentioned.<br /><br />Dr. Pawa provides an overview of endoscopy-related injuries in training and practice, discussing injury rates and risk factors. The ASGE guidelines on ergonomics and endoscopy are highlighted, recommending ergonomic education and the importance of microbreaks and targeted stretching. The webinar aims to increase awareness of ergonomics in endoscopy and provide practical solutions to mitigate injury risk. Topics discussed include breaks during procedures, maintaining a neutral body position, adjustable scopes, grip techniques, creating a culture of safety, mentorship, disability insurance, setting career goals, using an ergonomic checklist, and collaboration with the endoscopy team.
Keywords
ASGE Endo Hangout
GI Fellows
ergonomics
repetitive strain injuries
mandatory training
institutional support
neutral postures
endoscopy-related injuries
ASGE guidelines
microbreaks
grip techniques
mentorship
ergonomic checklist
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