Advanced Upper and Lower Endoscopy Surgical Skills
Course
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 1:00–5:15 pm | Cleveland, OH
This interactive, hands-on course is designed for
practicing surgeons, trainees, and other healthcare professionals seeking to
enhance their knowledge and skills in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy. Two
weeks prior to the course, participants will have access to recorded didactic
lectures addressing current recommendations and evolving practices in the
evaluation and management of dyspepsia, Barrett’s esophagus, gastrointestinal
bleeding, strictures, complex colonic polyps, and endoscopic management of
leaks, perforations, and fistulas, as well as patient preparation, sedation, and
emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence in colonoscopy. These
lectures will review indications, contraindications, complications, and
technical considerations for both basic and advanced endoscopic procedures. The
in-person portion of the course includes a four-hour hands-on skills laboratory,
providing participants with the opportunity to practice diagnostic and
therapeutic techniques using a combination of dry models and porcine tissue to
reinforce learning and support clinical application.
Course Objectives
At the conclusion of this course learners will be able
to:
1. Apply current evidence-based guidelines to the
evaluation and management of dyspepsia, Barrett’s esophagus, gastrointestinal
bleeding, strictures, and gastrointestinal defects.
2. Differentiate appropriate endoscopic management
strategies for colonic polyps, including resection techniques, surveillance
intervals, and indications for referral.
3. Incorporate emerging and endoscopic technologies to
manage perforations, fistulas and leaks.
4. Implement best practices in patient preparation,
sedation, and procedural decision-making to optimize safety and outcomes.
Target Audience: Practicing
Surgeons
Hybrid Course Format
Part 1: Online Didactic Lectures
(Available two weeks prior to the in-person hands-on lab.)
Part 2: Hands-On Surgical Skills
Lab Agenda – Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 1:00–5:15 pm
