OVERVIEW

Orlando Live Endoscopy 2026 is organized by AdventHealth Nicholson Center and will be held from Feb 04 - 06, 2026 at AdventHealth Nicholson Center, Celebration, Florida, United States of America.

Course Overview:
Developing a world-class endoscopy unit relies on the collaboration of a proficient and skilled team composed of physicians, endoscopy nurses, and technicians. This symposium is designed to impart novel techniques and refine current practices, offering a comprehensive didactic and hands-on experience. Internationally renowned experts will conduct live demonstrations, aiming to equip attendees with a deeper understanding of their pivotal role in procedural outcomes, and to present the latest advancements in endoscopic approaches to gastrointestinal and pancreaticobiliary diseases. State-of-the-art techniques and cutting-edge technology will be showcased in a practical manner to enable participants to seamlessly integrate this knowledge into their clinical practice.

Distinguished national and international faculty, licensed and credentialed to perform endoscopy at AdventHealth Orlando and the Center for Interventional Endoscopy (CIE) at AdventHealth, will conduct live liver endoscopic procedures transmitted to the audience at Nicholson Center, Celebration. The primary objective of this live demonstration is to exhibit advanced endoscopic procedures, placing emphasis on procedural techniques to optimize success and enhance patient safety, as well as to highlight innovations in procedural techniques and the utilization of new technologies. Faculty members, recognized for their expertise in endoscopy and adeptness in professional education, will demonstrate these procedures and enhance the educational experience of participants.

Additionally, the course aims to educate nurses and technicians about endoscopic equipment and accessories. During this segment of the event, participants will receive comprehensive training on endoscopic equipment and accessories. The session will include a step-by-step guide on how to prepare and effectively use endoscopic accessories, along with practical tips for providing better assistance during endoscopic procedures, cultivating the development of effective team members.

Symposium Highlights:
Nurse and Technician Program | Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

  • Dedicated one day symposium for endoscopy nurses and technicians.
  • State of the art didactic lectures.
  • Live procedural demonstration with emphasis on nurse’s and technician’s role in endoscopy.
  • Hands on training lab focusing on nurse’s and technician’s endoscopy needs.

Physician Program | Thursday & Friday, February 5th-6th, 2026

  • Two days of live procedural demonstrations by internationally renowned experts encompassing EUS, ERCP, endoscopic resections and 3rd space endoscopy.
  • Demonstrate cutting-edge procedural techniques with emphasis on "How to do it safely and effectively" and how to manage procedure-related adverse events.
  • State-of-the-art lectures, interactive luncheon sessions, satellite symposiums and self-assessment.
  • Hands-on-training lab focusing on interventions, innovations and EUS cytopathology.

Nurse and Technician Program
Course Overview and Objectives - Feb 4, 2026

Nurse and Technician Course Overview:
This program is designed for nurses and technicians who play a vital role in the success of general and interventional endoscopy procedures. It provides a unique opportunity to sharpen practical skills, strengthen procedural knowledge, and stay current with the latest tools and techniques in endoscopy. Through a combination of hands-on training, expert-led discussions, and live case demonstrations, participants will gain valuable insights to support their professional growth while enhancing teamwork, communication, and patient safety in the endoscopy suite.

Live Demonstrations (2 Hours)
Real-time insight into advanced endoscopic procedures through the nurse/tech lens.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Pre-procedure communication: scope, accessories, positioning, anesthesia, fluoroscopy
  • Room setup: best practices, ergonomics, step-by-step prep
  • Adverse events: how to respond during procedures
  • Teamwork: enhancing safety & workflow

Interactive Lecture Sessions
Through a blend of case-based discussions, didactic lectures, and interactive learning, faculty will highlight real-world scenarios that strengthen procedural knowledge and teamwork.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Video case reviews
  • Expert lectures on innovations in endoscopic techniques, recognizing and managing adverse events, and practical real-world scenarios
  • Panel discussions

Hands-On Workshop:
Skills-based learning using inanimate models

Participants Will:

  • Receive personalized instruction & feedback
  • Strengthen teamwork & communication
  • Practice accessory/equipment setup & troubleshooting
  • Learn safety & efficiency tips

Physician Program
Course Overview and Objectives - Feb 5 & 6, 2026

Physician Course Overview:
This program is tailored for gastroenterologists, advanced endoscopists, GI surgeons, fellows, and endoscopy associates dedicated to advancing their expertise in therapeutic endoscopy. The course delivers a comprehensive educational experience that integrates cutting-edge procedural training, live case demonstrations, and expert-led discussions. Emphasis is placed on emerging technologies, evolving clinical strategies, and evidence-based approaches that shape the future of advanced endoscopic practice.

Live Demonstrations (2 Hours):
Real-time insight into advanced endoscopic procedures through Physician lens.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Observe advanced endoscopic procedures performed by leading experts, emphasizing patient safety, technical precision, and innovation.
  • Gain practical insights into cutting-edge technologies and procedural strategies shaping the future of interventional endoscopy.
  • Analyze real-time decision-making and troubleshooting during complex cases.
  • Enhance understanding of technique optimization, device selection, and best practices for improved outcomes.

Interactive Lecture Sessions:
Through a blend of video-based case presentations, didactic lectures, and interactive discussions, faculty will share real-world insights designed to advance both knowledge and clinical decision-making.

Key Focus Areas:

  • Innovation & Technology – advancing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy with new tools and techniques.
  • Advanced Procedures – from foundational skills to cutting-edge approaches in EMR/ESD, POEM/G-POEM, and therapeutic EUS.
  • Clinical Impact – applying evidence and expertise to improve patient outcomes today while shaping the future of endoscopy.

Hands-On Workshop:
Skills-based learning using inanimate and animate models

Key Focus Areas:

  • ERCP: cannulation, stenting, and cholangioscopy
  • EUS: tissue acquisition and LAMS placement
  • Tissue Resection: EMR, ESD, EFTR
  • New Tech: closure devices, clips, traction

Agenda:
Nurse and Technician Program - February 4

DAY 1 | NURSE AND TECHNICIAN PROGRAM  
6:45 - 7:35amBreakfast and Registration 
7:35 - 7:50amOpening Remarks and Introduction to AdventHealthDarin Santangelo, RN Executive Director of Surgical Services
7:50 - 8:05amWelcome AddressMuhammad Hasan, MD
8:05 - 10:00amSESSION I 
8:05 - 8:25amLong vs. Short Wire: The Long and Short of itNadeem Tehami, MD
8:25 - 8:45amFNA/FNB: Choosing the Right Needle and Specimen HandlingAbed Al Lehibi, MD
8:45 - 9:00amQuestion and Answer / Break 
9:00 - 9:20amPANEL DISCUSSION: ROSE vs MOSE, FNA vs FNB, Specimen Techniques, Long vs Short WireBrooke Glessing, MD & Nurse
9:20 - 9:40amEnteral Access (PEG-PEG-J, NASAL): Initial Placement and ManagementAli Lankarani, MD
9:40 - 10:00amCoffee Break and Visit Exhibits 
10:00 - 12:00pmSESSION II 
10:00 - 12:00pmLIVE DEMONSTRATION 
12:00 - 1:55pmLUNCH & SESSION III 
12:00 - 12:30pmLunch and Visit Exhibits 
12:30 - 12:50pmEndoscopic Resections: From Biopsy to Knife (Nurse/Tech Perspective)Fateh Bazerbachi, MD
12:50 - 1:10pmBehind the Scope: Nurses & Techs in Interventional EUSGhias Un Nabi Tayyab, MD
1:10 - 1:35pmPANEL DISCUSSION: Teamwork Under Pressure: Nurses and Techs in Managing Intra-Procedural Adverse EventsMohammad Bilal, MD & Nurse
1:35 - 1:55pmBreak and Visit Exhibits 
1:55 - 3:00pmSESSION IV 
1:55 - 2:15pmImproving Our Patient ExperienceJayni Olk, RN
2:15 - 2:35pmEndoscopy Safety and Ergonomics for Nurses and Endoscopy TechniciansDee Savic, RN
2:35 - 2:45pmEndoscope Cleaning and Processing in Procedure RoomVideo
2:50 - 3:00pmBreak and Transition to LAB 
3:00 - 5:00pmSESSION V 
3:00 - 5:00pmHANDS-ON LAB 
5:10 pmAdjourn 

 

Physician Program - February 5-6

DAY 1 | PHYSICIAN PROGRAM  
6:45 - 7:35amBreakfast and Registration 
7:35 - 7:50amOpening Remarks and Introduction to AdventHealthAbel Biri
CEO AdventHealth
7:50 - 8:05amWelcome AddressMuhammad Hasan, MD
Natalie Cosgrove, MD
Mustafa Arain, MD
Deepanshu Jain, MD
8:05 - 12:35pmMORNING SESSION I 
8:05 - 8:25amThe Cannulation Challenge: Persist with ERCP or Pivot to EUS?Kenneth Binmoeller, MD
8:25 - 8:40amCoffee Break and Visit Exhibits 
8:40 - 10:35amLIVE DEMONSTRATIONS 
10:35 - 10:50amCoffee Break and Visit Exhibits 
10:50 - 11:05amEUS Tissue Acquisition: Best PracticesWilliam Tierney, MD
11:05 - 12:35pmLIVE DEMONSTRATIONS 
12:35 - 2:15pmLUNCH SESSION 
12:35 - 1:05pmLunch and Visit Exhibits 
1:05 - 1:25pmMicroTech Sponsored Lecture
(please note this is not CME accredited)
 
1:25 - 1:40pmCholangiopancreatoscopy: Current Status and The Road AheadRaj Shah, MD
1:40 - 2:00pmCASE BASED PANEL DISCUSSION:
The Pain Paradox: Managing Pain in Chronic Pancreatitis
MODERATOR
Vanessa Shami, MD
2:00 - 2:15pmBreak and Visit Exhibits 
2:15 - 5:10pmAFTERNOON SESSION I 
2:15 - 4:00pmLIVE DEMONSTRATIONS 
4:00 - 4:20pmBreak and Visit Exhibits 
4:20 - 4:40pmEUS-guided gene therapy for T2DM and ObesityKenneth J. Chang, MD
4:40 - 5:05pmCASE BASED PANEL DISCUSSION:
Barrett’s Dysplasia: Ablate, Resect or Dissect?
MODERATOR
Raman Muthusamy, MD
5:05 - 5:10pmQuestions and Answers 
5:10 pmAdjourn 
6:00 - 10:00pmWELCOME RECEPTION AT WALT DISNEY WORLD EPCOT
Bus Transportation leaves at 6:00pm Sharp from Nicholson Center and will return to Nicholson Center by 10:00pm
 
DAY 2 | PHYSICIAN PROGRAM  
7:00 - 7:45amOlympus Sponsored Breakfast Breakout Session 
(Note this portion is not CME accredited)
 
7:45 - 7:55amWelcome AddressMuhammad Hasan, MD 
Natalie Cosgrove, MD 
Mustafa Arain, MD 
Deepanshu Jain, MD
7:55 - 12:45pmMORNING SESSION I 
7:55 - 8:15amAI in Interventional Endoscopy: Are We There Yet?Michael Wallace, MD
8:15 - 8:35amTailoring Polypectomy Technique: Forceps to SnareJessica Widmer, DO
8:35 - 8:45amQuestions and Answers 
8:45 - 9:00amCoffee Break and Visit Exhibits 
9:00 - 10:40amLIVE DEMONSTRATIONS 
10:40 - 11:00amEndoscopic Innovations in Pancreatic DiseasesShayan Irani, MD
11:00 - 11:05amQuestions and Answers 
11:05 - 11:15amBreak and Visit Exhibits 
11:15 - 12:45pmLIVE DEMONSTRATIONS 
12:45 - 2:15pmLUNCH SESSION 
12:45 - 1:15pmLunch and Visit Exhibits 
1:15 - 1:35pmStatus of EUS-guided Biliary Drainage in 2026Vinay Dhir, MD
1:35 - 2:00pmCASE BASED PANEL DISCUSSION: 
Hilar Strictures: Endoscopic Solutions for a Complex Problem
MODERATOR: Uzma Siddiqui, MD
2:00 - 2:15pmBreak and Transition to LAB 
2:15 - 4:15pmAFTERNOON SESSION I 
2:15 - 4:15pmHANDS-ON LAB 
4:15pmAdjourn 

KEY DATES

Event Start Date
04 Feb, 2026
Event Start Date
Event End Date
06 Feb, 2026
Event End Date

TARGET AUDIENCE

PhysicianNursingResidentsNursesGastroenterologistsAllied Health ProfessionalsFellowsTechniciansEndoscopists

SPECIALITIES

Gastrointestinal EndoscopyEndoscopic surgery

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CONFERENCE VENUE

LocationAdventHealth Nicholson Center
404 Celebration Pl

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