ASGE Masterclass From the Basics to Beyond with EUS (On-Demand) March 2020

Overview

ASGE Masterclass From the Basics to Beyond with EUS (On-Demand) March 2020 is a recorded, in-depth didactic course originally presented as a one-day masterclass. It is designed for practicing gastroenterologists and clinicians who utilize endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) in their clinical practice. This course provides a detailed overview of current EUS practices and standards implemented across EUS centers in the United States.

On-demand gastroenterology education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Agenda

This ASGE Masterclass covers a comprehensive range of topics related to EUS, integrating clinical case studies to enhance practical understanding. Sessions include:

• Welcome and Introductions
• Session 1 – EUS – Nuts and Bolts
• Session 2 – EUS for Staging of Luminal Cancers
• Session 3 – Pancreatic Cysts, Masses and Ablation
• Session 4 – Submucosal Lesions
• Session 5 – Evaluation and Treatment of Chronic Pancreatitis
• Session 6 – EUS for Biliary Tumors and Stones
• Session 7 – EUS Core Biopsies 2020 – State of the Art
• Session 8 – Use of Lumen Apposing Metal Stents (LAMS) for Pseudocysts, Necrosis and Other Indications
• Session 9 – EUS Guided Bile Duct and Pancreatic Duct Access
• Session 10 – EUS Guided Angiotherapy
• EUS Virtual Masterclass – Case Presentations and Discussion Part One
• EUS Virtual Masterclass – Case Presentations and Discussion Part Two

What You Will Learn

An extensive array of clinical tips and applications are presented, enabling participants to:

• Prepare the patient, staff, and endosonographer efficiently
• Stage esophageal, gastric, and rectal cancers using EUS
• Differiate various types of solid and cystic pancreatic tumors and apply ablative therapies
• Use EUS for evaluating patients with autoimmune and chronic pancreatitis
• Differentially diagnose various subepithelial mass lesions
• Demonstrate proper technique for EUS fine-needle aspiration (FNA) and core biopsy needle use
• Achieve technical proficiency in the use of lumen apposing stents for treatment of pseudocysts and walled-off necrosis
• Utilize EUS for evaluation and management of bile duct stones, tumors, and access
• Understand the technical aspects and clinical role of EUS-guided angiotherapy

Speakers

This course was directed by prominent experts in the field of gastroenterology and EUS, ensuring authoritative, evidence-based content to enhance clinical practice confidence.

• Douglas G. Adler, MD, FASGE
• John M. DeWitt, MD, FASGE

Target Audience

This course is intended for practicing gastroenterologists, endosonographers, and healthcare professionals involved in the use of endoscopic ultrasound for diagnosis and treatment in gastrointestinal and related disorders.

Why This Topic Matters

ASGE Masterclass From the Basics to Beyond with EUS (On-Demand) March 2020 addresses critical knowledge and skills in the specialty of gastroenterology, focusing on the growing applications of EUS. Maintaining proficiency with evolving EUS techniques is essential for clinicians managing complex gastrointestinal and pancreatic disorders.

MedHub Central offers this on-demand EUS education to support continued professional development and clinical expertise. This course provides relevant insights that strengthen practitioners’ ability to integrate EUS effectively into patient care.