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UID:1712-1568923200-1569268799@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Intensive Review for the GI Boards
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an intensive review of gastroenterology and hepatology through the lens of future successful test-taking. It is targeted to candidates preparing for both initial certification and recertification and those in clinical practice who want a high-paced intensive review of the field. \nThis GI boards will test physicians on their awareness of current guidelines and recent advances in all aspects of gastroenterology and hepatology. The course will bring together outstanding educators from Cleveland Clinic and other leading institutions. \n30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ \n30 ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/intensive-review-for-the-gi-boards-2/
LOCATION:Bellagio\, Las Vegas\, Nevada 89109\, United States\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190923
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T200321Z
UID:1709-1568923200-1569182399@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:13th Annual Conference of the International Liver Cancer Association (ILCA)
DESCRIPTION:This 3-day cutting-edge international multidisciplinary forum will provide liver cancer specialists\, clinical\, translational and basic researchers and allied health professionals with updates in the latest innovations in liver cancer research and patient care. \nFormat: general sessions\, symposia\, workshops\, Young Investigator session\, industry partner lunch symposiums\, workshop for nurses\, and networking sessions. \n~ 800 participants
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/13th-annual-conference-of-the-international-liver-cancer-association-ilca-2/
LOCATION:Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile\, Chicago\, Illinois 60611\, United States\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190924
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T233332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T233332Z
UID:1705-1568923200-1569268799@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Intensive Review for the GI Boards
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an intensive review of gastroenterology and hepatology through the lens of future successful test-taking. It is targeted to candidates preparing for both initial certification and recertification and those in clinical practice who want a high-paced intensive review of the field. \nThis GI boards will test physicians on their awareness of current guidelines and recent advances in all aspects of gastroenterology and hepatology. The course will bring together outstanding educators from Cleveland Clinic and other leading institutions. \n30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ \n30 ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/intensive-review-for-the-gi-boards/
LOCATION:Bellagio\, Las Vegas\, Nevada 89109\, United States\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190923
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T233034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T233034Z
UID:1702-1568923200-1569182399@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:13th Annual Conference of the International Liver Cancer Association (ILCA)
DESCRIPTION:This 3-day cutting-edge international multidisciplinary forum will provide liver cancer specialists\, clinical\, translational and basic researchers and allied health professionals with updates in the latest innovations in liver cancer research and patient care. \nFormat: general sessions\, symposia\, workshops\, Young Investigator session\, industry partner lunch symposiums\, workshop for nurses\, and networking sessions. \n~ 800 participants
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/13th-annual-conference-of-the-international-liver-cancer-association-ilca/
LOCATION:Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile\, Chicago\, Illinois 60611\, United States\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190922
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T225939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T225939Z
UID:1689-1568923200-1569095999@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing: Advanced Multidisciplinary Care
DESCRIPTION:9.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/pediatric-feeding-and-swallowing-advanced-multidisciplinary-care/
LOCATION:Childrens Hospital Colorado\, Aurora\, Colorado 80045\, United States\, Aurora\, CO\, 80045\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190922
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T225647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T225647Z
UID:1686-1568923200-1569095999@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:4th Live in The D Annual Advanced Endoscopy Course  CME
DESCRIPTION:On the agenda:\n \n\n Interventional EUS\n Biliary Cannulation – Tips and Tricks\, SpyGlass™ DS Direct Visualization System\n Endoscopic Suturing and Closure\n Interventional Approach to Barrett’s Esophagus\n Enteral Stents\n Lumen Apposing Stent Placement\n Management of Achalasia\n Update in Bariatric Endoscopy\n Endoscopic Management of Pancreatic Fluit Connection\n Quality Indicators of Colonoscopy\n Large Polyp Resection\n Management of Malignant Biliary Strictures\n\nFormat: Didactic lectures\, hand-on workshop (September 20)\, lives cases demonstrations and panel discussions. \n14.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum \n14.75 CNE contact hours
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/4th-live-in-the-d-annual-advanced-endoscopy-course-cme/
LOCATION:Henry Ford Hospital\, E&R Building\, Room 2096\, Detroit\, Michigan 48202\, United States\, Detroit\, MI\, 48202\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190922
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T225306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T225306Z
UID:1682-1568923200-1569095999@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Annual Updates in Digestive Diseases Meets Acing the GI Board Exam
DESCRIPTION:The overall goal of this activity is to provide up-to-date evidence-based education in diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal and liver diseases as well as provide high-yield board examination preparation that will lead to highly trained healthcare professionals able to provide the highest level of patient care. \nLearning Objectives:\n \n\n Describe how to implement evidence-based medicine in the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal and liver diseases\n State the role of emerging technologies for medical and surgical management of gastrointestinal diseases\n Discuss how to apply high-yield clinical pearls to diagnose complex gastrointestinal diseases\n Evaluate different views in controversial areas of the management of gastrointestinal (small bowel and nutrition\, diarrhea and enteropathies\, bariatric surgery\, pancreatic cancer screening\, endoscopic submucosal resection\, IBD\, pouchitis) and liver diseases (NAFLD\, living donor liver transplantation\, prevention of hepatitis B reactivation)\n Outline new guidelines for the therapeutic monitoring and management of gastrointestinal diseases\n\n11.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum \n11.75 ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/annual-updates-in-digestive-diseases-meets-acing-the-gi-board-exam/
LOCATION:Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel\, Chicago\, Chicago\, Illinois 60601\, United States\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190921
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T225007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T225007Z
UID:1679-1568577600-1569009599@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Abdominal Imaging Categorical Course
DESCRIPTION:Course material includes: neoplastic\, infectious\, and inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract\, liver\, pancreas\, spleen\, bile ducts\, and gallbladder in addition to the adrenal glands\, kidneys\, bladder\, retroperitoneum\, and genital organs. \nLearning Objectives:\n \n\n Identify imaging characteristics of lesions involving the gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems that allow for narrowing of the differential diagnosis\n Illustrate how the underlying pathology of the lesion contributes to its imaging characteristics\n\n30.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/abdominal-imaging-categorical-course/
LOCATION:AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center\, Silver Spring\, Maryland 20910\, United States\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20910\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190920
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T224648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T224648Z
UID:1675-1568577600-1568923199@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Abdominal Ultrasound (4 Day) September
DESCRIPTION:This course will present concise review of ultrasound physics and instrumentation followed by a sequential introduction of the abdominal systems with anatomy and vasculature with the aim of acquiring skills for complete upper abdomen and small parts protocols:\n \n\n Prevertebral Vessels\n Liver and Biliary System\n Pancreas and Spleen\n Kidney and Retroperitoneum\n Thyroid\n Scrotum\n\nCase studies and ultrasound images are used to demonstrate the correlation of ultrasound appearance of normal versus abnormal tissues. The afternoon hands-on scanning labs reinforce the knowledge acquired during lectures with the necessary clinical skills to acquire and maximize a diagnostic image. A variety of ultrasound equipment is available in the scan lab. \n32 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/abdominal-ultrasound-4-day-september/
LOCATION:Advanced Health Education Center\, Houston\, Texas 77074\, United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77074\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190916
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T224334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T224334Z
UID:1672-1568404800-1568577599@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:New Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
DESCRIPTION:Organized in partnership with UCSD School of Medicine\, this New Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease conference will highlight the latest concepts in the diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Disease complications\, special population considerations\, and surgical options will also be discussed. The course will be taught by nationally known experts who are actively involved in clinical trials and studies related to the management of Crohn’s and colitis. Physicians will be provided with the necessary context to integrate the relevant information into their practices to improve the quality of life for their afflicted patients.
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/new-advances-in-inflammatory-bowel-disease/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine\, San Diego\, California 92122\, United States\, San Diego\, California\, 92122\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190916
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T224041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T224041Z
UID:1669-1568404800-1568577599@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:5th Annual Acing the GI Board Exam: The Ultimate Crunch-Time Course
DESCRIPTION:The course will follow the blueprint developed by ABIM. Each content category – esophagus\, stomach/duodenum\, liver\, biliary tract\, pancreas\, small intestine and colon – will explore anatomy\, development\, function/physiology; symptoms/clinical presentation; and the diseases and disorders in each. In collaboration with the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)\, participants will have the option of earning 10 MOC points with successful completion of the ACG’s Self-Assessment modules. A distinguishing feature of this conference is the fact that the course content is delivered over the course of only a day and half. The course directors for this conference recognized that long and detailed discussions that are not directly relevant to board and re-certification exams should be eliminated. Conversely\, many board review manuals provide lists and bullet points that lack sufficient background and context. To address the needs of busy gastroenterologists\, this conference will present high-yield information in the most rational\, relevant\, and contextually appropriate format. This is a time-tested approach that had led to wide dissemination and success of the speakers’ own textbook series\, which will serve as a blueprint for this new educational offering. \nThis course also serves as an intense review of gastroenterology and hepatology to enhance the clinical practice of all GI providers. \n12.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/5th-annual-acing-the-gi-board-exam-the-ultimate-crunch-time-course/
LOCATION:Cedar’s-Sinai Medical Center\, Los Angeles\, California 90048\, United States\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90048\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T003347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T003347Z
UID:1650-1568404800-1568491199@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:2nd Annual MedStar Georgetown Transplant Symposium (MGTI 2019)
DESCRIPTION:The educational program will consist of three parallel tracks:\n \n\n Advances in Liver Diseases and Transplantation. This track will address the gap between best and current practices in order to provide the best care to patients\, reduce morbidity and mortality\, and reduce the burden of liver disease in the Mid-Atlantic region. Up-to-date information on liver disease and transplant topics relevant to community practitioners will be highlighted. Special attention will be given to hepatobiliary tract tumors multidisciplinary management.\n Current Issues in Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation and Dialysis. This track will examine kidney and pancreas transplantation with a special emphasis on the multidisciplinary approach in pre and post-transplant care of patients with renal dysfunction following transplantation.\n Update on Transplantation for Children. This track will focus on topics that will be of interest to pediatric gastroenterology\, primary care\, and allied health providers in the course of their interactions with infants and children with small bowel disease\, parenteral nutrition\, and chronic liver diseases including those likely to lead to transplantation.\n\nFormat: lectures and panel discussions.
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/2nd-annual-medstar-georgetown-transplant-symposium-mgti-2019/
LOCATION:Washington Marriott Georgetown\, Washington\, D.C. 20037\, United States\, Georgetown\, WA\, 20037\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T003221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T003221Z
UID:1647-1568404800-1568491199@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Hepatitis B&C Training Program and Treatment Update 2019 (September)
DESCRIPTION:The Scripps National Hepatitis B & C Training Program and Treatment Update will educate health care practitioners on the prevalence\, demographics\, natural history\, prevention\, screening\, and diagnosis of chronic viral hepatitis\, antiviral therapies\, histology\, cirrhosis\, hepatocellular carcinoma\, liver biopsy\, referral of patients with chronic HBV and/or HCV infection improving their management\, and application of multidisciplinary team approach (local network of practitioners). \nLunch non-CME symposium hosted by AbbVie Inc: MAVYRET: Clinical Data Including Real World Evidence
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/hepatitis-bc-training-program-and-treatment-update-2019-september/
LOCATION:New York Marriott East Side\, New York\, New York 10017\, United States\, New York\, NY\, 10017\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T003022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T003022Z
UID:1644-1568404800-1568491199@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:9th Annual Winship Cancer Institute Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The symposium will have expert review of the latest procedures\, technology and medical treatments for GI cancer patients. National guidelines will be reviewed. Additionally\, there will be case-based discussions centred on multidisciplinary approach to patient care\, novel\, recently FDA-approved drugs\, and patient eligibility for clinical trials. \n5.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ \n5.00 ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/9th-annual-winship-cancer-institute-gastrointestinal-cancer-symposium/
LOCATION:Health Sciences Research Building\, Atlanta\, Georgia 30322\, United States\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30322\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T002822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T002822Z
UID:1641-1568404800-1568491199@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Rocky Mountain Highlights in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
DESCRIPTION:6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/rocky-mountain-highlights-in-gastroenterology-and-hepatology/
LOCATION:Denver\, Colorado 80202\, United States\, Denver\, Colorado 80202\, United States\, Denver\, CO\, 80202\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T002015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T002015Z
UID:1638-1568404800-1568491199@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Recent Advances in Gastroenterology/Hepatology
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed to update both practicing primary care providers and specialists in the latest advances in gastroenterology and will provide an overview on the clinical management of patients in a wide variety of areas including esophageal diseases\, functional bowel disorders\, inflammatory bowel disease\, gastrointestinal malignancy\, viral hepatitis\, work-up of abnormal liver function tests\, and colon cancer screening. \n6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/recent-advances-in-gastroenterology-hepatology/
LOCATION:Warren Alpert Medical School\, Providence\, Rhode Island 02912\, United States\, Providence\, RI\, 02912\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T001735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T001735Z
UID:1635-1568404800-1568491199@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:2019 Digestive Disease Week Meeting Review
DESCRIPTION:On the agenda:\n \n\n Esophageal Disorders\n Peptic Ulcer Disease and Upper GI Bleeding\n Liver Disorders\n Pancreas and Biliary Disorders\n Inflammatory Bowel Disease\n Functional Disorders\n GI Screening\n\n4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum \n4.25 CNE contact hours
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/2019-digestive-disease-week-meeting-review/
LOCATION:Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel\, Brookfield\, 53005\, United States\, Brookfield\, WI\, 53005\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190916
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T223531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T223531Z
UID:1666-1568318400-1568577599@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:2019 Florida Gastroenterologic Society (FGS) Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This 54th Florida Gastroenterologic Society’s Annual Meeting will feature experts providing participants with the latest advancements in GI research and practical applications of innovative diagnostic techniques and novel therapeutics\, and hands-on experiences at the courses delivered by some of the most recognized GI educators working with the latest equipment performing cutting-edge techniques. The program\, co-directed by Dr. Michael Wallace and Dr. William Palmer\, is designed to address compelling and controversial areas in the care of patients with gastrointestinal disease. \nOn the agenda: \n\nFunctional Dyspepsia: Medications That Can Help\nSevere Acute Pancreatitis: What Not To Do\nPancreatic Cysts: From Screening to Resection\nImproving Adenoma Detection Rate (ADR) and Polypectomy Technique\nBarrett’s Esophagus 2019\nPOEMs: Key Indications and Practical Insights\nPancreatic Fluid Collections\nBiopsies in the GI Suite\nESD vs EMR: Which One and When\nBariatric Endoscopy 2019\nErgonomics in the GI lab. Preventing injury\nIBD: Detection and Management of Colitis-associate Dysplasia\nIBD Treatments: Small Molecules and Beyond\nHemochromatosis\nLiver Transplantation for Primary Hepatic Malignancy: Who and When\nDrug-induced Liver Injury\nEosinophilic Esophagitis: Diagnosis and Management in 2019\nLaryngopharyngeal Reflux: Reflux or Reflex?\nTrending Toward NASH: A Tougher Population to Transplant?\nHepatitis C Treatment: Where are we in 2019?\nThe Role of The Microbiome in Liver Disease\nMedications for NASH: What’s Coming?\nEUS From Present to Future\nEndoscopic Management of Gastric and Esophageal Variceal Bleeding\n\n13 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum \n10 ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/2019-florida-gastroenterologic-society-fgs-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek\, Orlando\, Florida 38281\, United States\, Orlando\, FL\, 38281\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190916
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T222925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T222925Z
UID:1663-1568318400-1568577599@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:7th Annual Intensive Board Review in Gastroenterology and Hepatology
DESCRIPTION:This three day course has been specifically designed for physicians\, trainees\, and allied health professionals with a strong interest or clinical practice in the fields of gastroenterology and hepatology. It will also serve as an update on the latest diagnostic and therapeutic issues in gastroenterology and hepatology. \nLearning Objectives:\n \n\n Identify the limits and parameters of current knowledge in a variety of gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders\, in order to make informed\nrecommendations about prevention\, diagnostic and therapeutic options to patients based on available scientific evidence\n Apply the principles of evidence-based medicine in making recommendations to patients with gastrointestinal and liver diseases\n Describe important information from recently published literature and professional society guidelines pertaining to patients with\ngastrointestinal and liver diseases\n\nFormat: A case-based questions and answers designed to replicate clinical scenarios\, and thus serve as an intensive review tool for participants taking the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Certification examination. \n24 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum \n16 ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/7th-annual-intensive-board-review-in-gastroenterology-and-hepatology/
LOCATION:Leon and Norma Hess Center for Science and Medicine\, The Bonnie M. Davis\, MD and Kenneth L. Davis\, MD Auditorium\, New York\, New York 10029\, United States\, New York\, NY\, 10029\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190916
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T221557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T221557Z
UID:1659-1568318400-1568577599@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Advanced Provider Wellness: Resiliency For Dentists And Allied Health Professionals
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Provider Wellness (APW) course will provide training in evidenced-based\, high-yield mind/body techniques that have been documented to rapidly reduce stress and burnout and build resiliency and wellness. The APW curriculum addresses the 4 recognized drivers of health provider burnout/resilience. Mind/body techniques include breath-based practices (SKY Breathing Meditation\, Sudarshan Kriya) and an effortless meditation—Effective Deep Meditation (EDM)—technique that calm and renew the hyper-stimulated nervous system which dentists and other health providers often experience. Additional training will provide life skills in use of yoga based breathing techniques\, mindfulness principles to stress management\, ways to relieve daily fatigue and a yoga methodology for sleep support. Narrative medicine with the power of story telling is included. Peer support and connection will be delivered through interactive processes and group discussion. Participants receive an understanding of the psycho-biology behind mind/body practices and the research on the causes and risks of burnout. At course completion participants will be proficient in a setting of mind/body technologies to practice on their own. \n16 CE Credits
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/advanced-provider-wellness-resiliency-for-dentists-and-allied-health-professionals/
LOCATION:Nova Southeastern University (NSU)\, Main Davie Campus\, Fort Lauderdale\, Florida 33314\, United States\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, 33314\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190916
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T003733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T003733Z
UID:1656-1568318400-1568577599@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Baylor College of Medicine Gastroenterology & Hepatology Board Review Course 2019
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for physicians\, trainees\, and health professionals with interest or clinical practice in\nGastroenterology and Hepatology. This course will serve as an update on the latest diagnostic and therapeutic\nissues in GI and Hepatology. \nThis program has been developed using a combination of lecture and case based curriculumdesigned to serve as\nan intensive review tool for GI and Hepatology Board Certification/ Re-Certification Examination in 2019. \nObjectives\nAt the conclusion of the activity\, participants should be able to:\n• Summarize the strategies for the management of IBS-D\n• Discuss early detection of esophageal cancer and effective screening methods for high risk\npatients\n• Identify tailored approaches to optimizing medical therapy in inflammatory bowel disease\n• Discuss current therapy options for patients with viral hepatitis and drugs in the clinical\ndevelopment pipeline\n• Discuss the management of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and implement the appropriate\nmanagement strategies in clinical practice\n• Identify appropriate diagnostic testing and treatment for H. pylori infection\n• Implement treatment algorithms for clarithromycin resistant H pylori infection\n• Interpret the results of Hepatitis B serologic testing and apply to determine appropriate treatment\n18.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/baylor-college-of-medicine-gastroenterology-hepatology-board-review-course-2019/
LOCATION:MD Anderson Cancer Center\, Houston\, Texas 77030\, United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77030\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190915
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T001406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T185818Z
UID:1632-1568318400-1568491199@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:12th Annual Inflammatory Bowel Disease: The Art and Science in the Diagnosis and Treatment in 2019
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will enable participants to enhance their knowledge\, competency and performance in the areas of patient care and practice-based improvement in the diagnosis and management of patients with Crohn disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) so as to improve quality of life of these patients while prolonging clinical remission. \n12.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ \n12.5 ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/12th-annual-inflammatory-bowel-disease-the-art-and-science-in-the-diagnosis-and-treatment-in-2019/
LOCATION:Aloft Boston Seaport District\, Boston\, Massachusetts 02210\, United States\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190914
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190819T231701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T232357Z
UID:1627-1568232000-1568404799@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Colonoscopy
DESCRIPTION:This CME course will review colonoscopy screening guidelines for indications\, contraindications\, equipment\, sedation\, and technique. Time will be allocated for review of normal and abnormal pathology. Participants will also have time for practicing the hands-on technique using colon models. Credentialing and privilege issues will be addressed. \nThis CME course is also designed to meet the educational needs of clinicians who are already performing colonoscopy\, and desire to sharpen their diagnostic and technical skills. Techniques for the biopsy\, polypectomy\, treating bleeding lesions\, and tattooing will be discussed. Bowel preparation\, handling\, cleaning\, and disinfection of equipment\, proper use of sedation will be addressed. Hands-on time for practice on models will be provided. Significant time will be spent reviewing unusual pathology. There will be discussion of controversial issues and difficult cases along with coding practices and reimbursement patterns for lower GI endoscopy. By the end of the course\, participants should feel more confident in their ability to manage colonoscopy patient.
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/colonoscopy/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Houston at The Galleria\, Houston\, Texas 77056\, United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77056\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190916
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190820T003537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T003537Z
UID:1653-1568232000-1568577599@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:18th International Society for Hepatic Encephalopathy and Nitrogen Metabolism Meeting (ISHEN 2019)
DESCRIPTION:The ISHEN 2019 will offer an up-to-date\, evidence-based\, clinically oriented review of the latest clinical and translational research in hepatic encephalopathy presented by distinguished international faculty. Outstanding basic\, clinical\, and translational research work by junior investigators will also be presented. \nOn the agenda:\n \n\n Pathophysiology of senescence with hepatic encephalopathy (HE)\n Neuro-imaging of patients with HE and reversibility with therapy and transplant\n Genetic fingerprint of hepatic encephalopathy risk in liver cirrhosis\n Opioid Prescriptions Increase the Risk of Hepatic Encephalopathy\n Clinical Value of Asterixis in a Large Population of Well-Characterised Patients with Cirrhosis and Varying Degree of Hepatic Encephalopathy\n Impact of HE on brain in astrocytic\, glial\, microglial cells\n Impact of extra-cerebral factors (gut and muscle) in the pathogenesis of HE\n The contribution of the blood/brain barrier/choroid plexus in the pathology of HE\n Covert HE vs other forms of cognitive impairment\n Overt HE vs other forms of confusion\n Newer modalities: new biomarkers metabolomics\n Newer targets for overt HE therapies\n Pharmacotherapies that Specifically Target Ammonia for the Prevention and Treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy in Adults with Cirrhosis\n Assessment of covert HE through the EncephalApp (Stroop-Test) based on Critical Flicker Frequency and PHES-Test\n Priority listing for HE patients for liver transplant (LT)\n Reversibility post-LT\n Impact of immunosuppressive drugs on brain function\n Gut based therapies\n Role of skeletal muscle in brain dysfunction\n Bile acids and the brain\n\nand more \n23.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/18th-international-society-for-hepatic-encephalopathy-and-nitrogen-metabolism-meeting-ishen-2019/
LOCATION:Williamsburg Lodge\, Williamsburg\, Virginia 23185\, United States\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190912
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190827T000455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T000455Z
UID:1962-1567972800-1568231999@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:2019 Advances in Neonatal and Pediatric Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:This conference will provide education in a number of areas that affect practice from the perinatal to pediatric period. Nutrition experts from across the country will highlight some of the most exciting areas in nutrition of high-risk pregnant mothers\, preterm infants and pediatric patients adopted into practice during the past few years. \nOn tha agenda:\n \n\n A Surgeon’s Perspective on Malnutrition\n Managing Food Allergies in Infancy and Childhood\n Fitting Body Composition into Early Infancy\n Update on Infant Formulas\n Nutrition and BPD\n Strategies for Successful Feeding with Young Children\n Practical Management of the Child with Multiple Food Allergies\n Benefits of the All Human Milk Diet in Preterm Neonates\n Progress in Intestinal Rehabilitation\n Emerging Neonatal Nutrition Challenges: Suggested Strategies\n Intrauterine Growth Restriction – How Big Is This Problem?\n Metabolic Management of the Child with Diabetes\n Food Additives and Inflammation in the GI Tract\n Perfecting the Anti-Inflammatory Diet\n Evolving Fragile Infant Feeding Culture\n Improving Food Insecurity in Our Community\n Welcoming the Age of Prebiotics and Probiotics\n\nFormat: Lectures\, discussions with the panel of experts and small group workshops. \n16.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum \n16.0 ABP MOC points \n16.25 CNE contact hours
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/2019-advances-in-neonatal-and-pediatric-nutrition/
LOCATION:Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa\, San Diego\, California 92109\, United States\, San Diego\, CA\, 92109\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190909
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190827T000242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T000242Z
UID:1959-1567800000-1567972799@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:2019 Gastroenterology & Hepatology Board Review Course
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for physicians preparing for the ABIM certification exam in gastroenterology and hepatology for both initial certification and recertification answering case-based questions. In addition\, this course will provide a comprehensive overview of the core basic concepts of gastroenterology and hepatology needed for effective clinical GI practice. \n19.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ – maximum
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/2019-gastroenterology-hepatology-board-review-course/
LOCATION:Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center\, Stanford\, California 94305\, United States\, Stanford\, CA\, 94305\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190909
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190827T000050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T000050Z
UID:1956-1567800000-1567972799@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) Suturing STAR Certificate Program
DESCRIPTION:The Suturing STAR Certificate Program will provide standardized\, evidence-based education\, training and assessment in suturing through a unique blend of self-study\, didactic\, and intensive\, standardized hands-on training taught by nationally-known experts in the field. This course is designed to specifically teach standardized knowledge and motor skills in the endoscopic suturing. First half-day will be devoted to detailed case-based video sessions and the following half-day – to intensive\, standardized\, hands-on training preparing participants for the skills assessment (3 participants per station). On the final day\, participants will complete a one-on-one skills assessment as well as a post-test\, and will be provided feedback from their performance at the completion of the course. Participants are invited to bring one nurse or technician to train alongside them for no additional fee. \nThis program is the only opportunity to become familiar with endoscopic suturing using state-of-the-art data and techniques shared by faculty in dedicated\, small group\, hands-on experience.\nImmediately following the live components\, all participants will complete a post-test\, as well as a one-on-one assessment of a standardized checklist of skills. The Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participants who meet the passing standard for both post-test and the assessment components. \n26.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ \n26.25 ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/american-society-for-gastrointestinal-endoscopy-asge-suturing-star-certificate-program/
LOCATION:ASGE Institute for Training and Technology (IT&T)\, Downers Grove\, Illinois 60515\, United States\, Downers Grove\, IL\, 60515\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190909
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190826T235856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T235856Z
UID:1954-1567713600-1567972799@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Functional GI Disorders School
DESCRIPTION:The ACG / VGS / ODSGNA Regional Postgraduate Course – September 7-8. Course will feature presentations on upper GI disorders\, pancreas/biliary issues\, hepatology\, lower GI/functional disorders\, IBD\, lower GI (symptomatic uncomplicated diverticular disease\n(SUDD) and segmental colitis associated with diverticular disease (SCAD))\, microbiome\, innovations in endoscopy\, colorectal cancer screening\, colorectal resection\, legislative issues\, and a special symposium on obesity. \nKeynote lecture: “Addressing the Epidemic of Burnout in Gastroenterology\,” will provide valuable pearls for recognition of predictors\, description of steps that can be taken to mitigate burnout\, and identification of the ways to facilitate work-life balance. \nSpecial nursing-sponsored session on Infection Prevention\, Fellows’ case presentations illustrating difficult GI management issues – September 7. \nThe interactive Functional GI Disorders School (February 6) is focuses on the diagnosis\, treatment\, and understanding of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and other functional GI disorders and was developed for gastroenterologists\, gastroenterology trainees\, primary care physicians\, nurses\, nurse practitioners\, physician assistants\, pharmacists. \n8 (+12.5) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ \n8 (+12.5) ABIM MOC points
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/american-college-of-gastroenterology-acg-functional-gi-disorders-school/
LOCATION:Williamsburg Lodge\, Williamsburg\, Virginia 23185\, United States\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190909
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190826T235713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T235713Z
UID:1951-1567713600-1567972799@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:XXVth Annual Meeting of the Eating Disorders Research Society ( EDRS 2019)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/xxvth-annual-meeting-of-the-eating-disorders-research-society-edrs-2019/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Chicago\, Chicago\, Illinois 60611\, United States\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190909
DTSTAMP:20260610T140144
CREATED:20190826T235521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T235521Z
UID:1948-1567627200-1567972799@practicalgastro.com
SUMMARY:Gastroenterology & Hepatology Board Review 2019
DESCRIPTION:Course Highlights:\n \n\n 20 years of experience of comprehensive and time-efficient review\n Great faculty who help Mayo Clinic fellows achieve a 100% board pass rate\n Toolbox of study materials with registration\, including a 100+ question practice test and the most commonly used GI review textbook\n Mobile app containing the course presentations with note-taking capabilities\n Lectures in case-presentation format\n Access to recordings of the course until the spring exam with registration
URL:https://practicalgastro.com/event/gastroenterology-hepatology-board-review-2019/
LOCATION:Loews Chicago Hotel\, Chicago\, Illinois 60611\, United States\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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