Sustainable Endoscopy: Small Changes Matter | April 2024-Recorded Webinar

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In this session on sustainable endoscopy, the speakers, Eden Essex and Dr. Rabia De La Torre, discussed the practical actions that endoscopy teams can take to achieve a greener practice. They highlighted the importance of making small changes that can have a significant impact over time. Dr. Rabia De La Torre emphasized the need to prioritize reducing low-value procedures to minimize waste and carbon footprint. Speakers recommended creating a committee within the endoscopy unit to drive sustainability initiatives and prioritize patient screenings based on guidelines. They also addressed the challenges faced by healthcare providers in balancing financial pressures and sustainability efforts. By starting with simple steps and showcasing the benefits of sustainable practices, healthcare providers can gradually make a positive impact and contribute to a more eco-friendly future.

Keywords

sustainable endoscopy

Eden Essex

Dr. Rabia De La Torre

green practice

low-value procedures

sustainability initiatives

patient screenings

healthcare providers

eco-friendly future