Education and Training Archives - Page 6 of 7

Special programming caters to trainees, early career GIs

June 2, 2018

Physicians who are new to gastroenterology have unique needs when it comes to starting a career in clinical practice or research, according to Avinash Ketwaroo, MD, chair of the AGA Trainee and Early Career Committee. “To address those needs, AGA has developed some very special programming at DDW^® that will help trainees and early career GIs give their careers a boost, network with mentors and peers, and review board material,” he said.

SSAT educational program targets needs of practicing GI surgeons

May 15, 2018

When developing programming for DDW^® 2018, the SSAT Program Committee aimed to create a broad array of options to meet the demands of society members and DDW attendees of all interests and skill levels, according to SSAT Program Committee Chair Vic Velanovich, MD.

2018 ASGE Postgraduate Course will examine cutting-edge endoscopic technology

May 31, 2017

[three_fourth] The ASGE Postgraduate Course at Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) 2018 will feature an expert faculty of master endoscopists, who will review the latest endoscopic

GI vets offer tips to land on your feet after fellowship

May 31, 2017

GI fellows have decisions to make. What kind of career track do they want, academic or private practice? And in what setting? Private practice and

Generational differences challenge educators, millennial learners

May 8, 2017

Technology has changed the way we learn, and millennials are a prime example of that. Using information, not just learning it, has become a key to success, according to Ryan Madanick, MD, moderator of Tuesday’s AGA Academy of Educators Plenary Session Integrating Education Technology in the Era of Millennial Learners.

AAMC executive says future is bright for health care professionals, even in uncertain times

May 7, 2017

Renowned health care leader Janis M. Orlowski, MD, MACP, will share an optimistic message about the future of health care when she delivers the annual SSAT Maja and Frank G. Moody State-of-the-Art Lecture on Monday morning.

AGA survey shows endoscopists at high risk for musculoskeletal injuries

May 7, 2017

A new survey of AGA members indicates that 89 percent of endoscopists are at risk for musculoskeletal injuries. The study also revealed gender-based differences in the types of injuries sustained when performing endoscopy.

Panel will explore need for surgeon leaders

May 7, 2017

At a time when the health care community is facing challenges that range from increasing administrative burdens to decreasing autonomy to reimbursement changes, many physicians are experiencing a decreased sense of purpose, leading to burnout.

Panel to explore controversies in advanced endoscopic training

May 7, 2017

While the need for advanced endoscopic training programs is expected to grow, various issues are yet to be resolved, such as accreditation, assessment and curriculum.

Postgraduate Course will feature ‘lessons from the masters’

May 7, 2017

This year’s ASGE Postgraduate Course will bring together an outstanding faculty of internationally renowned experts who will share tips for perfecting various endoscopic procedures and incorporating new modalities into clinical practice.

Education and Training

Special programming caters to trainees, early career GIs

SSAT educational program targets needs of practicing GI surgeons

2018 ASGE Postgraduate Course will examine cutting-edge endoscopic technology

GI vets offer tips to land on your feet after fellowship

Generational differences challenge educators, millennial learners

AAMC executive says future is bright for health care professionals, even in uncertain times

AGA survey shows endoscopists at high risk for musculoskeletal injuries

Panel will explore need for surgeon leaders

Panel to explore controversies in advanced endoscopic training

Postgraduate Course will feature ‘lessons from the masters’

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