ERCP Boot Camp for the GI Team 2.1

ERCP Boot Camp for the GI Team 2.1 is organized by American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) and would be held Dec 2 - 3, 2016 at ASGE Institute for Training and Technology, Downers Grove, Illinois, United States of America. The target audience for this medical event is basically for Practicing gastrointestinal endoscopists and nurses,as well as other members of the healthcare team interested in ERCP techniques and technologies. This CME conference has been approved with 8.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

This course offers a unique environment that emphasizesteam dynamics and focuses on the distinct technical roles of physicians and assistants (RN or GI technician), who must work hand-in-hand to achieve the highest success for ERCP procedures. Pancreaticobiliary endoscopy teams of physicians, nurses, technologists, and associates are encouraged to attend the course together.

The course is structured with didactic and hands-on sessions. The didactic portion will highlight established approaches and new techniquesrelated to ERCP practice. Lectures using a case-based approach that incorporate videos and images will be stressed.

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:
• Describe proper indications for ERCP and use of new ERCP-related technologies and techniques.
• Demonstrate basic ERCP teamwork skills.
• Utilize appropriate endoscopic therapy utilizing the latest ERCP treatment paradigms, technologies, and procedural techniques.
• Apply coordinated team approaches to clinical and technical problem solving related to ERCP.
• Describe how to avoid, minimize, and/or manage ERCP-related adverse events.