Women Teaching Women: Retooling Your Clinical Toolbox

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The Women Teaching Women: Retooling Your Toolbox conference will take place on November 3, 2023. The conference aims to update and enhance clinical and endoscopic skills for women in the field of gastroenterology. The day will start with registration, breakfast, and exhibits, followed by a welcome address from Dr. Amandeep Shergill and Dr. Joanna Law. <br /><br />The first session will focus on updates and best practices in the field. Topics include different esophageal disorders, polypectomy techniques, practice-changing guidelines for 2023, and gastrointestinal bleed emergencies. The session will also include a discussion on applying ergonomics to practice and stretches designed for women in GI endoscopy. <br /><br />After a break, the conference will move into hands-on training sessions. Attendees will be assigned to different stations where they will receive training on various procedures. These include esophageal treatments like RFA and cryoablation, polypectomy techniques, hemostasis procedures using clips and sprays, defect closure using clips and suturing, and understanding the importance of ergonomics in practice. <br /><br />Lunch and networking opportunities will be provided, allowing attendees to connect with colleagues and explore exhibits. The conference will conclude with closing remarks and a networking reception. Shuttles will be available to transport attendees between the conference venue and the Hampton Homewood Suites Hotel in Downers Grove, formerly known as Marriott Suites. <br /><br />Overall, this conference aims to provide women in gastroenterology with updated knowledge and hands-on training to enhance their clinical and endoscopic skills.

Keywords

Women Teaching Women

Retooling Your Toolbox

conference

clinical skills

endoscopic skills

gastroenterology

esophageal disorders

polypectomy techniques

practice-changing guidelines

hands-on training