ASGE at DDW. DDW 2026. Digestive Disease Week.

11th ABE Annual Course

May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

May 1, 2026 1:00 PM

*US Central Time

Course Directors:
Andrew C. Storm, MD
Rakesh Kalapala, MD, DNB, FASGE
Vivek Kumbhari, MBChB, PhD
Violeta Popov, MD, PhD

Location:
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL

Explore the cutting-edge world of Endoscopic Bariatric and Metabolic Therapies (EBMTs) in this engaging half-day workshop. Led by global experts, this program will guide you through the latest advancements in EBMTs and offer practical strategies for integrating these therapies into your practice. This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to be at the forefront of EBMT innovation by featuring interactive sessions, global insights, and real-world scenarios.

Complimentary access for ABE members.

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Registration for DDW 2026 will open on January 14, 2026 for ASGE and ABE Members and January 21, 2026, for all others.

Participants will be able to:

Review the latest advancements in endoscopic bariatric and metabolic therapies (EBMTs), including emerging technologies and techniques, and evaluate their clinical significance in the evolving landscape of obesity and metabolic diseases
Employ evidence-based strategies for patient selection, procedural planning, and outcome enhancement, bolstered by real-world case studies and global best practices
Integrate EBMTs into clinical and multidisciplinary care pathways, addressing operational, workflow, and adoption challenges that are essential to the sustainable expansion of programs
Examine international perspectives and innovations in EBMT delivery to gain insights into global trends, regulatory considerations, and forthcoming developments that impact the field
Enhance clinical decision-making and technical proficiency through interactive learning experiences, featuring expert-led discussions and practical scenarios designed to transform innovations into applicable skills