What You'll Gain:
A Solid Foundation: Start your day with "Kicking Off: The Technician’s Essential Role in GI Endoscopy." Here, you will deepen your understanding of your pivotal role in the endoscopy suite. You will learn the fundamentals of GI endoscopy, navigate key regulations and safety protocols, and clarify your essential responsibilities, setting the stage for a day of impactful learning and growth.
In-Depth Knowledge: Dive into "Inside Out: A Dynamic Overview of GI Anatomy & Physiology" and the series of sessions under "Tools of the Trade: Mastering Endoscopy Equipment and Accessories." These sessions will enhance your understanding of the GI system and the essential tools you use daily. You will gain insights into both the basic and advanced techniques necessary for delivering the highest level of patient care, whether you are dealing with routine procedures or specialized treatments like Barrett’s esophagus ablation.
Specialized Equipment Mastery: Participate in focused sessions covering specific procedures such as polypectomy, EMR, and ERCP. You will learn to identify and maintain the equipment used in these procedures, ensuring you are well-prepared to support complex interventions with confidence and precision.
Essential Safety Practices: Stay up to date with the latest safety protocols in "Emergency Call Procedures for General GI Practice" and "Feeding and Decompression Tubes." These sessions will equip you with the knowledge to manage emergency situations effectively, maintaining the highest standards of care in your practice.
Critical Thinking Skills: The demonstrations within the "Tools of the Trade" sessions will also enhance your troubleshooting abilities, preparing you to tackle real-world challenges with quick thinking and effective solutions—essential skills in any high-pressure environment.
Professional Growth: Conclude your day with our "Professional Growth Opportunities at ASGE and Q&A" session. Here, you will reinforce your learning, address any lingering questions, and explore strategies for ongoing education and professional development, ensuring you are always advancing in your career.
Course Directors
G. S. Raju, MD, FASGE
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Junabelle A. Gamble, DNP
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Jordan S. Hughes, MSN, BSN-RN
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Laura Romero, MBA
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Faculty
Phillip S. Ge, MD, FASGE
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Marth Davila, MD, FASGE
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
Andy Tau, MD
Austin Gastroenterology - James Casey
Austin, TX
Shou Jiang Tang, MD, FASGE
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Kalpesh Patel, MD
Medical Director
Baylor Medicine
Houston, Texas
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
The Technician’s Guide to GI Endoscopy: Skills, Standards and Success
- Nurse Manager’s Perspective - Jordan Hughes
- Tech Manager’s Perspective – Laura Romero
- Educator’s Perspective – Junabelle Gamble
Learning Objectives:
- Grasp the fundamentals of gastrointestinal endoscopy
- Define the key responsibilities and contributions of an endoscopy technician
- Understand the legal and regulatory framework surrounding GI endoscopy
- Identify key safety protocols that protect patients and staff
- Recognize ethical considerations and how they apply daily practice
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Endoscopy Essentials: GI Anatomy and Pathology for Technicians
G. S. Raju
Learning Objectives:
- Review the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal tract (Anatomy of Esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, anal canal in health and disease)
- Identify crucial areas of focus during endoscopic procedures
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Energize and Refresh: Break
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Ready to Go: Mastering Room Setup and Procedure Support for Ambulatory Endoscopy
Jordan Hughes, Junabelle Gamble and Laura Romero
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the primary equipment and accessories used in general GI endoscopy (e.g., Checking the type of scope required; Scope storage room: how to pick a scope and check the angulation and knob tightness; How to bring the scope to the room; Room: Setting up the scope – processor – suction – water jet – air-water; Room: Processor learning about various buttons; Room: Checking the scope – air-water; suction; water jet; co2 level; talk about valves placed properly; water bottle seal; connection open or not; Room: Ergonomic setup – height of the table and monitor height.; Room: Handing over the scope – no umbilical cord twist; light down; Room: Handling the accessory – assisting the insertion of the biopsy forceps; removal of forceps; specimen handling; communication; coiling the accessory; Cold forceps – biopsy protocol for H.pylori; celiac disease; BE biopsies)
- Understand the functions and uses of various endoscopic tools
- Learn proper maintenance and sterilization techniques to ensure equipment longevity
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Lunch Break: Refuel and Stretch
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM
Barrett’s Esophagus Unveiled: Tools, Techniques and Care Explained
Marta Davila
Learning Objectives: (Three cases: Surveillance BE Bx, BE EMR nodule and BE ablation – cryotherapy and RFA)
- Identify the primary equipment and accessories used in Barrett’s esophagus procedures (e.g., Barrett’s biopsies; RFA, cryotherapy setup, Band ligation and cap assisted EMR)
- Understand the functions and uses of various endoscopic tools
- Learn proper maintenance and sterilization techniques to ensure equipment longevity
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Emergency Readiness: Endoscopy Tools and Procedures for GI Technicians
Andy Tau
Learning Objectives (Three cases: Variceal bleeding, peptic ulcer bleeding and food bolus):
- Identify the primary equipment and accessories used in Emergency Endoscopy (e.g., hemostasis – Clearing clots; BICAP, APC, clip; band ligation; hemospray, Purostat, food bolus and foreign body removal)
- Understand the functions and uses of various endoscopic tools
- Learn proper maintenance and sterilization techniques to ensure equipment longevity
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Mastering the Flow: Feeding and Decompression Tubes in Endoscopy
Shou Tang
Learning Objectives: (Three cases: Esophageal stricture, PEG case after NJ feeding and colon decompression case)
- Identify the primary equipment and accessories used in feeding, including stricture dilation - Stricture dilation – balloon and Savory wire, and decompression (e.g., PEG placement, NJ tube placement, colon decompression tube)
- Understand the functions and uses of various endoscopic tools
- Learn proper maintenance and sterilization techniques to ensure equipment longevity
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
ERCP Made Easy: Mastering Tools and Techniques for Success
Kalpesh Patel
Learning Objectives: (Three cases: Stone case, biliary stricture and cancer case)
- Identify the primary equipment and accessories used in ERCP and EUS procedures (e.g., fluoroscopy protection, dye preparation, electrosurgery returning pad, patient placement, back table setup for stone, stricture, plastic stent, wire preparation, metal stent)
- Understand the functions and uses of various endoscopic tools
- Learn proper maintenance and sterilization techniques to ensure equipment longevity
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Step Up Your Career: ASGE Education Opportunities and Expert Q&A
Ed Dellert
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the opportunities for professional growth at ASGE
- Recognize the value of ongoing education and professional development
- Summarize the key points learned throughout the day
- Provide an open forum for questions and discussion
Registration Fees
| Non-Physician Member | $50 |
| Trainee Member | $50 |
| Physician Member | $125 |
| Non-Physician Non-Member | $75 |
| Trainee Non-Member | $75 |
| Physician Non-Member | $125 |
Group/practice registration is available for up to 10 individuals ($30 per individual)* $300
* Please complete the separate registration form and submit to info@asge.org
- Register online
- Call 630-573-0600 Monday through Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm CT to register by phone
- If you would like to submit a check, please make it payable to ASGE and mail to:
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
P.O. Box 809055, Chicago, IL 60680-9055
Attention: Masterclass GI Tech
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A certificate of participation will be provided via GI Leap.