ERCP Bootcamp

June 28, 2025, 12:00 AM - June 29, 2025, 12:00 AM

*US Central Time

Course Directors:
Neil R. Sharma, MD, FASGE
Shyam J. Thakkar, MD, FASGE

Location: ASGE IT&T or Virtual

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Get ready elevate your skills in endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and enhance your ability to manage complex biliary and pancreatic diseases! ASGE’s ERCP Bootcamp provides an immersive, hands-on learning experience tailored for both physicians and the GI endoscopy team.

Whether you're an advanced endoscopist seeking to refine your techniques or a nurse or GI tech looking to improve your role in supporting ERCP procedures, this course offers the perfect combination of expert-led didactics, real-world case discussions and interactive simulations. Gain the skills and confidence you need to thrive in the ever-changing field of ERCP, whether you’re advancing your clinical practice or supporting the vital functions of the endoscopy unit.

Join us for this comprehensive ERCP learning experience and boost your expertise to the next level!

Participants will be able to:

Physicians:

  1. Master Advanced ERCP Techniques: Refine your skills in cannulation, sphincterotomy, and stent placement through hands-on simulation and case-based discussions.
  2. Improve Patient Outcomes: Identify and manage adverse events such as perforation, bleeding, and infection during ERCP, using best practices and innovative tools.
  3. Tackle Complex Strictures and Stones: Develop strategies for managing challenging biliary and pancreatic cases, including malignant distal and hilar strictures, as well as complex stone extractions.
  4. Stay Current with Guidelines: Apply the latest ASGE guidelines and emerging research to your practice to improve patient care and safety.

Nurses and GI Techs:

  1. Optimize Room Setup and Infection Control: Create an efficient and sterile ERCP environment by mastering room prep, equipment handling, and duodenoscope reprocessing techniques.
  2. Enhance Procedure Support: Provide critical support during ERCP procedures by anticipating needs, assisting with instruments, and managing patient positioning.
  3. Respond to Adverse Events: Learn how to effectively assist in real-time management of complications during ERCP, including infection control and patient safety.
  4. Build Collaborative Team Skills: Strengthen teamwork between nurses, techs, and physicians, improving overall procedural efficiency and patient outcomes.

Neil R. Sharma, MD, FASGE

Peak Gastroenterology Associates

Colorado Springs, CO

Shyam J. Thakkar, MD, FASGE

West Virginia University School of Medicine

Morgantown, WV

June 28, 2025

Print Agenda

*US Central Time

6:30 AM - 7:00 AM

Shuttling into Success: Transportation to ASGE IT&T

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Fuel Up for Excellence: Breakfast & Exhibitor Showcase

Session 1: Building Your ERCP Foundation

8:00 AM - 8:15 AM

Navigating the ERCP Journey: Welcome & Course Overview

Session Goal: Set the stage for a successful course by outlining objectives, key outcomes and a pathway for mastering ERCP.
8:15 AM - 8:40 AM

Setting the Stage: Room Prep, Equipment, and Tools for ERCP Success

Session Goal: Provide participants with essential knowledge on room setup and tools to create an optimal environment for effective ERCP procedures.
8:40 AM - 9:05 AM

Safety First: ERCP Indications and Mastering Radiation Safety

Session Goal: Dive into when to use ERCP and how to safely handle radiation, keeping both patients and staff safe.
9:05 AM - 9:30 AM

Shielding from Risks: The Latest in Duodenoscope Infection Control

Session Goal: Explore the newest innovations in duodenoscope design, focusing on minimizing infection risks and enhancing reprocessing techniques.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Foundations of ERCP: Expert Q&A

Faculty: All Faculty
Session Goal: Open the floor for an interactive Q&A session to address key topics covered in the morning sessions, promoting real-time clarification.
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Recharge & Reflect: Coffee Break & Exhibits

Session 2: Breakout Session For GI Nurses and Techs - Behind the Scenes: Essential Skills for ERCP Support Staff

10:20 AM – 12:00 PM

Mastering Room Flow: Prep, Sterility and Efficiency in ERCP
Session Goal: Provide nurses and GI techs with the knowledge to create an efficient and safe environment for ERCP, including room setup, duodenoscope reprocessing and infection control.

12:00 PM – 12:30

Responding in Real-Time: Managing Complications During ERCP
Session Goal: Teach the team how to assist in managing adverse events during ERCP, ensuring patient safety and procedure success.

Session 2: Breakout Session for Physician Participants - Elevating Your ERCP Techniques

10:20 AM – 10:50 AM

Precision in Practice: Mastering Cannulation & Sphincterotomy
Session Goal: Sharpen skills in these foundational ERCP techniques with a focus on improving precision and patient outcomes.

10:50 AM – 11:20 AM

Going Deeper: The Power of Cholangiopancreatoscopy
Session Goal: Unlock the potential of cholangiopancreatoscopy with a focus on techniques, tools, and clinical indications.

11:20 AM – 12:00 PM

Handling the Unexpected: Managing Adverse Events Like a Pro
Session Goal: Equip participants with real-world strategies to effectively manage complications during ERCP, using case examples to emphasize practical solutions.

12:00 AM – 12:30 PM  

PM  Q&A: Advancing Your ERCP Skillset
Session Goal: Engage in a discussion with faculty, addressing participant questions on advanced techniques.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch & Network: Group Photo and Exhibits

Session 3: Conquering Complex Biliary Strictures and Stones

GROUP A (Didactic Sessions)

1:30 PM – 2:15 PM

Cracking the Code: Mastering Malignant Distal Biliary Strictures
Session Goal: Provide an in-depth understanding of managing malignant distal biliary strictures through case-based learning.

2:15 – 3:00 PM High-Stakes Hilar Strictures: Challenges & Solutions
Session Goal: Equip participants with insights on managing complex malignant hilar strictures, offering practical tips and the latest advances.
3:00 – 3:15 PM

Strictures Demystified: Q&A on Complex Cases
Session Goal: Open discussion to clarify and explore difficult cases involving biliary strictures.

3:15 PM – 3:45 PMCoffee & Conversations: Break & Exhibits
3:45 PM – 4:15

Breaking Barriers: Advanced Strategies for Biliary Stones
Session Goal: Review cutting-edge techniques to handle complex biliary stones, focusing on real-life case applications.

4:15 PM – 4:45 PMNavigating Pregnancy & ERCP: Special Considerations
Session Goal: Explore the unique aspects of performing ERCP in pregnant patients, highlighting risk management and decision-making processes.
4:45 PM – 5:00 PM

Q&A: Addressing Special Cases in ERCP
Session Goal: Engage in a final discussion to answer participant questions about special and high-risk cases.

GROUP B (Hands-On Simulation-Based Sessions)

1:30 PM – 5:15 Hands-On Mastery: ERCP Simulation Lab
Session Goal: Provide participants with hands-on experience in ERCP techniques, including cannulation, sphincterotomy and stent placement, with real-time feedback.
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM

Relax & Recharge: Networking Reception & Exhibits

June 29, 2025

Session 4: Complex Case Management in ERCP

8:00 AM - 12:15 PM

ERCP in Action: Hands-On Simulation for Complex Cases

Session Goal: Engage participants in hands-on ERCP simulation, with a focus on refining their skills in managing complex cases, under expert supervision.

GROUP A (Hands-On Simulation-Based Sessions)

8:00 AM – 12:15

ERCP in Action: Hands-On Simulation for Complex Cases
Session Goal: Engage participants in hands-on ERCP simulation, with a focus on refining their skills in managing complex cases, under expert supervision.

GROUP B (Didactic Session)

8:00 AM – 9:30

Stricture Solutions: A Case-Based Approach to Malignant Strictures
Session Goal: Use a case-based approach to address the complexities of managing malignant distal and hilar biliary strictures.

9:30 AM – 9:45 AM 

Managing ERCP in Pregnancy: Safety & Best Practices
Session Goal: Discuss the intricacies of ERCP during pregnancy, emphasizing safety, risk management, and best practices.

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM  

High-Risk Cases: Q&A with the Experts
Session Goal: Provide a forum for participants to discuss their experiences and questions regarding high-risk ERCP cases.

11:00 AM – 11:45 AM 

Managing ERCP in Pregnancy: Safety & Best Practices
Session Goal: Discuss the intricacies of ERCP during pregnancy, emphasizing safety, risk management, and best practices.

11:45 AM – 12:15

High-Risk Cases: Q&A with the Experts
Session Goal: Provide a forum for participants to discuss their experiences and questions regarding high-risk ERCP cases.

SESSION 5: Beyond the Basics of ERCP

1:15 PM - 1:45 PM

Chronic Pancreatitis Meets ERCP: Comprehensive Insights

Session Goal: Provide the latest insights on using ERCP to manage chronic pancreatitis, exploring evidence-based approaches and best practices.
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM

The Road Ahead: Staying Current with ASGE Guidelines

Session Goal: Update participants on the latest ASGE guidelines and recommendations for ERCP, helping them stay at the forefront of practice.

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Final Q&A: Ask the Experts

Session Goal: Provide a final opportunity for participants to engage with experts and clarify any remaining questions.

3:00 PM -

Closing Remarks & Course Adjourn

Registration Fees

 

In-Person

Virtual

ASGE Member

$1,100

$800

ASGE Member Trainee

$250

$200

Non-Member

$1,500

$1,350

Non-Member Trainee   

$400

$300

Non-Physician Member

$125

$100

Non-Physician Non-Member

$180

$150

  • 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: ERCP Bootcamp

View ASGE’s Policies and Procedures for information on Cancellation & Refunds.

Hotel Accommodations

In-person participants who require lodging are encouraged to book a room at:

The Westin Chicago Lombard
70 Yorktown Center
Lombard, IL 60148
Phone: 630-719-8000

Group Rate: $139 per night
Hotel Cut-Off Date: Friday, June 6, 2025

Book your room now

ASGE CME Statement

The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. ASGE designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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