Learning Objectives
- Interpret advanced endoscopic imaging to identify recurrent adenoma after an initial colon EMR (application)
- Recognize the various methods available to endoscopically manage recurrent adenoma after an initial colon EMR (knowledge)
- Demonstrate advanced techniques for colon EMR complication management (application)
- Compare and contrast clinical scenarios when patients should undergo EMR vs. when patients should be referred for ESD or surgery (analysis)
Course Requirements
- Prior to the hands-on, skills-training component, enrollees will be required to complete pre-work
- You should plan a minimum of 8 hours to complete the pre-course work
- Access to pre-work will be granted closer to event start date
- You will have up to 30 days prior to the course to complete the required pre-work
Course Directors
Adam W. Templeton, MD, FASGE
Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine; Advanced and Therapeutic Endoscopy; Digestive Health Center
University of Washington
Seattle, Washington
Kevin A Waschke, MD, CM, FRCPC, CAGF, FASGE
Professor of Medicine (clinical), Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Medicine; President, Canadian Association of Gastroenterology (CAG)
McGill University Health Center
Montreal QC, Canada
Faculty
Neil Gupta, MD, MPH, FASGE
Loyola University Health System
Maywood, IL
Aziz Aadam, MD
Northwestern University
Chicago, IL
Anoop Prabhu, MD, FASGE
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Buffalo, NY
Stacie Vela, MD, FASGE
Phoenix VA Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
Mohammad Bilal, MD
Minneapolis VA Medical Center
Minneapolis, MN
Jason Samarasena, MD
University of California Irvine
Orange, CA
Shawn Shah, MD
Dallas VA Medical Center
Dallas, TX
Lionel D'Souza, MD
Stony Brook University Hospital
Stony Brook, NY
Mark Benson, MD
University of Wisconsin Medical Foundation Inc.
Madison, WI
Alaa Rostom, MD, MSc, FRCPC
University of Ottawa
Ontario, CANADA
June 24, 2023
6:15 AM - 6:45 AM
Shuttle from Marriott Suites to ASGE IT&T
Pickup shuttle in Marriott main lobby
6:30 AM - 7:00 AM
REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST & EXHIBITS
7:05 AM - 7:30 AM
Proper Triage for Your Skill Level
- Understanding what’s “easy” vs. “difficult” colon EMR
- How do I know if I’m doing well enough
- When should I be referring to ESD or surgery
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Image Recognition Refresher
9:20 AM - 10:20 AM
Complication Management: Complications in the Middle of the Resection
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Managing Difficult Path Results – HGD/IMC
11:20 AM - 11:45 AM
Question and Answer with Panelists
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hands-on Training in the Bio-Skills Lab
Please proceed through the RESTROOMS to access the lab. You may use the lockers to store your belongings. Attendees will be provided disposable gowns and gloves in the lab. No food or beverages are allowed in lab.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
RECEPTION WITH THE FACULTY
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
Shuttle Drop-off: ASGE IT&T to Marriott Suites Hotel Main Lobby
(ROTATION)
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Potential Sponsored Dinner
June 25, 2023
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
GROUP A & B
7:00 – 8:00 am: Group A Skills Assessment in Bio-skills Lab
8:00 – 9:00 am: Group B Skills Assessment in Bio-skills Lab
7:45 AM - 9:45 AM
GROUPS C, D & E
Clinical Scenarios for Your Advanced EMR Toolbox (Group C, D & E)
- Poorly lifting polyp (index)
- Large, Non-granular lesion that’s hard to grab (index)
- Polyp at a difficult location (IC valve, AO, flexure, diverticulum) (index)
- Fibrotic polyp (Tattoo placed within the polyp) (index)
- Recurrent adenoma after initial EMR (follow-up)
*Each clinical scenario will cover the following:
- Preparation (patient, lab)
- Tools
- Technique (cold snare, underwater, avulsion)
9:15 AM - 12:15 PM
GROUPS C, D & E
9:15 – 10:15 am: Group C Skills Assessment in Bio-skills Lab
10:15 – 11:15 am: Group D Skills Assessment in Bio-skills Lab
11:15 – 12:15 pm: Group E Skills Assessment in Bio-skills Lab (if needed)
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
GROUPS A & B
10:00 – 11:15 am Clinical Scenarios for Your Advanced EMR Toolbox (Group A & B)
- Poorly lifting polyp (index)
- Large, Non-granular lesion that’s hard to grab (index)
- Polyp at a difficult location (IC valve, AO, flexure, diverticulum) (index)
- Fibrotic polyp (Tattoo placed within the polyp) (index)
- Recurrent adenoma after initial EMR (follow-up)
*Each clinical scenario will cover the following:
- Preparation (patient, lab)
- Tools
- Technique (cold snare, underwater, avulsion)
12:30 PM - 12:30 PM
Adjourn
Cognitive Post-Assessment
Your course participation is not complete until you have taken the online Cognitive Assessment with a score of 80% or better. Attendees are strongly encouraged to bring their tablets or laptops to complete the test on day two of the program. Seating and wireless internet will be available to access the test. You will have 30 days after the course to complete the Cognitive Assessment, if not taken within this time frame you will not receive the Certificate of Completion for the STAR Lower EMR program. You will gain access to the Cognitive Assessment after completing all pre-requisite online course components and attend the course on Sunday.
STAR Lower EMR 201 Course Enrollment Criteria
The enrollment criteria described below is intended to give potential participants an idea of the basic skill levels expected of program participants and the skills that are needed to successfully perform lower EMR. Enrollees should:
- Have completed graduate medical education training and are in independent practice (physicians currently enrolled in an advanced endoscopy fellowship program may attend, but only with a letter of support from their program director)
- Have passed the STAR Lower EMR 101 Course OR are currently performing colon EMR in their practice
| Registration Fees | In-Person | Virtual |
| ASGE Member Physician | $3,300 | $1,000 |
| Non-Member Physician | $3,900 | $1,600 |
| ASGE Non-Physician Member (Nurse/Assistant) | $80 | $80 |
| Non-Physician Non-Member (Nurse/Assistant) | $120 | $120 |
An on-demand recording of this event in GI Leap is included with your registration and will be available within four weeks of the event date.
Registration Options
- Click here to register online
- Call 630.573.0600 Monday through Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm CT to register by phone
- If you would like to submit a check, please make it payable to ASGE and mail to:
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
P.O. Box 809055, Chicago, IL 60680-9055
Attention: ASGE STAR Advanced Lower EMR 201
View ASGE’s Policies and Procedures for information on Cancellation & Refunds.
Hotel Accommodations
In-person participants who require lodging are encouraged to book a room at:
Chicago Marriott Suites Downers Grove
1500 Opus Place, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: 630-852-1500
Group Rate: $121.00++ per night
Hotel Cut-Off Date: Friday, June 2, 2023
Book your room now
Continuing Medical Education
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. ASGE
designates this other blended learning educational activity for a maximum of 23 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in
the activity.
ABIM Maintenance of Certification
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the participant to earn up to 23 Medical Knowledge and Practice Assessment MOC points in the American Board of
Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant
completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.
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