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2018 ASGE Postgraduate Course will examine cutting-edge endoscopic technology

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 31, 2017In: ASGETags: #DDW17, Education and Training, Live CoverageNo Comments

Generational differences challenge educators, millennial learners

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 08, 2017In: AGATags: #DDW17, Education and Training, Live CoverageNo Comments

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. Read more

Session focuses on burnout, tools to address it

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 07, 2017In: AGATags: #DDW17, Clinical Practice, Education and Training, Live CoverageNo Comments

Burnout is more than growing tired of doing the same thing over and over. It’s a state of emotional exhaustion that results in depersonalized interactions with patients, colleagues, family and friends, according to Arthur DeCross, MD, professor of medicine at the University of Rochester Medical Center, NY. Read more

Postgraduate Course will feature ‘lessons from the masters’

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 07, 2017In: ASGETags: #DDW17, Education and Training, Live CoverageNo Comments

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. Read more

Panel to explore controversies in advanced endoscopic training

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 07, 2017In: ASGETags: #DDW17, Education and Training, Live CoverageNo Comments

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. Read more

Panel will explore need for surgeon leaders

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 07, 2017In: SSATTags: #DDW17, Education and Training, Live CoverageNo Comments

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. Read more

AGA survey shows endoscopists at high risk for musculoskeletal injuries

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 07, 2017In: AGATags: #DDW17, Clinical Practice, Education and Training, Live Coverage1 Comment

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. Read more

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

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 07, 2017In: SSATTags: #DDW17, Education and Training, Live CoverageNo Comments

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. Read more

SSAT Surgical Fellowship Fair will be held Saturday afternoon

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 06, 2017In: SSATTags: #DDW17, Attendee Planning Tools & Meeting Updates, Education and Training, Live CoverageNo Comments

The SSAT Surgical Fellowship Fair offers medical students and surgical residents a chance to explore post-residency education opportunities in a relaxed environment. Representatives from major surgical programs will be on hand to discuss their specialties and answer questions during the fair, which will be held Saturday aft... Read more

Special session will showcase several fellow-directed quality-improvement projects for GI care

Posted By: DDW Newson: May 06, 2017In: AGATags: #DDW17, Clinical Practice, Education and Training, Health Care Delivery, Disparities and Quality, Live CoverageNo Comments

One of AGA’s key missions is to develop opportunities for trainees at DDW® to showcase their knowledge and accomplishments and help build their careers. During a special AGA Committee Sponsored Symposium on Sunday, more than two dozen fellows will present five oral presentations and 20 posters across the breadth of GI and h... Read more

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