American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)

Our #AGAGastroSquad and friends at #DIGID are sharing tips on foods to avoid to help everyone have an enjoyable holiday meal without uncomfortable symptoms like heartburn. Watch ?? to hear their recommendations – were you surprised by any of these foods? Share this resource on GERD with your patients: https://ow.ly/msET50Ue4wS.

Preventing and diagnosing GI malignancies is a big part of a gastroenterologist's job, but the approach rare malignancies is not as well-defined. In our latest Perspectives piece, Dr. Darshan Kothari and Dr. Daniel Bernstein discuss their approach to pancreatic cancer screening, while Dr. Aparna Goel and Dr. Judah Kupferman focus on cholangiocarcinoma screening. Learn more: https://ow.ly/fcR050U1EoV

AGA has published its first-ever living guideline for managing moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis, streamlining treatment decisions for gastroenterologists and patients alike. Key updates include: ? Early use of advanced therapies over a step-up approach after 5-ASA failure. ? Categorization of 12 therapies into "efficacy buckets" for tailored treatment. ? Semiannual updates to incorporate the latest research and advancements. This new approach prioritizes personalized care for the 1.25 million Americans living with UC. ?? Read the full guideline in Gastroenterology: https://ow.ly/sys850UahFs #UlcerativeColitis #HealthcareInnovation #IBD

Access critical training for APPs! The 2024 Principles of GI for the NP and PA: On-Demand course consists of slides narrated by the course faculty via video and provides you with team-based expert guidance on managing GI patients through case-based learning. It is designed to provide the highest quality, GI-specific education available to APPs and to cater to both experienced providers and those new to the field. The course provides self-paced access to sessions in upper and lower GI disorders including EoE, IBD cases and IBD pharmacology, IBS, CRC screening, liver and pancreatic disease. Learn more and purchase today: https://ow.ly/vmGH50U62AO

AGA has published a new Clinical Practice Update on endoscopic scoring systems, with detailed guidance from Drs. Anna M. Buchner, Francis A. Farraye, and Marietta Iacucci on using these tools to assess mucosal healing in patients with IBD, including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. ?? Read more here: https://ow.ly/ZBSm50U7bhw ?? Watch video: https://ow.ly/WRpu50U7bhv

During #NPWeek, we want to thank all of the #NPs in GI! We’re also excited to announce our new NPPA Task Force. This group will: ??Work with the AGA Education & Training Committee to develop education programs to meet the unique needs of NPs and PAs. ??Advocate for more involvement of NPs and PAs in all AGA activities. ??Provide advice and feedback on the recruitment and retention of NPs and PAs as AGA members. Learn more: https://ow.ly/MKJC50U5vKE

Join us for a Gastro Bites webinar that explores the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer vision for diseases in the foregut. It also serves as a brief primer for gastroenterologists who are new to AI, with a discussion on how AI will impact the clinical practice of GI in the future. During the first part of the webinar, our experts discuss: ? Common terms associated with AI and computer vision ? How computer vision algorithms are created and the regulatory pathway ? The current focus for AI work for foregut diseases ? How AI will impact clinical practice in GI Following the initial discussion, enjoy a pre-recorded presentation sponsored by Castle Biosciences, Inc. and get details about: ? The limitations in current Barrett’s Esophagus risk stratification ? The components of an AI-derived spatialomics prognostic assay for Barrett’s Esophagus (TissueCypher) ? The clinical validity and impact of clinical decision-making of TissueCypher on personalized risk stratification Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/25J950TZRfn

Gain key insights from Dr. Sara N. Horst as you enhance your expertise on biosimilars and IBD in this free on-demand course. To optimize your learning, this course features a flipped learning model that promises to heighten your engagement and give you strategies you can use immediately. Start learning today! https://ow.ly/6z2R50U0Syk

Make sure your patients can complete their colonoscopy prep like a pro with our new #BottomsUp resources. Check out our checklist + help your patients on the journey to a clear and accurate exam: bottomsup.gastro.org.

The Academy of Educators Medical Education Scholarship and Journal Club Group is a quarterly meeting offered by the Academy of Educators. The group aims to grow gastroenterology and hepatology education research by promoting professional development and collaboration through a community of practice for current and future gastroenterology and hepatology education scholars. The group meets quarterly to network and engage in a discussion related to GI medical education research. The topics and speakers for the winter meeting include: Journal club section: Presenter: Irene Perez, MD, MS GI fellow PGY6 University of Colorado Topic: Development of a Culinary Medicine Curriculum to Support Nutrition Knowledge for Gastroenterology Fellows and Faculty Work in progress section: Presenter: Shaina Sekhri, MD GI Fellow, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Research, NYU Grossmann School of Medicine Topic: Medical Education Certificate Program for GI Fellows Register: https://ow.ly/KMYA50TZCUQ You can also plan to join us again at 8 p.m. for the plenary to discuss discuss mentoring skills for supporting early career gastroenterologists. Register: https://ow.ly/rJ3050TZEay