Participants will be able to:
- Assess one’s baseline knowledge pre-test questions, completing self-directed modules and assigned article reading in ASGE’s GI Leap prior to attending the in-person course
- Demonstrate the use of appropriate accessories for both polyp retrieval and management of complications with specific focus on the following (application): Lesion Recognition; Submucosal Injection Techniques; Piecemeal and Snare Resection; Polyp Retrieval; Polypectomy Site Treatment; Tattooing; Perforation and Adverse Event Management; Team Communication Skills
- Select appropriate surveillance intervals based on current guideline
- Appropriately select and demonstrate the use of various snares, cautery and injection/lifting technique in the endoscopic mucosal resection of “large, complex or high-risk” colonic polyps ( e.g., > 20 mm, difficult location, with depression or significant nodularity)
Course Requirements
Prior to the skills-training component, enrollees will be required to complete several online components in sequence:
- Baseline Assessment: This test will provide you with an initial assessment of your knowledge
- Literature: Read and review guidelines, technology reviews and key articles
- Instructional Videos: View instructional videos from the ASGE Endoscopic Learning Library (ELL)
- Interval Assessment: Following the online instructional components, you will retake the baseline assessment. After completing the assessment, you will receive automatic feedback and references
Participants will earn CME credit at the completion of the online curriculum.
The baseline assessment is used to measure your baseline knowledge in this topic area. The assessment should take no longer than 30 minutes to complete. After completing the baseline assessment, you’ll have access to many pre-course materials including guidelines, articles and videos. Please watch all videos and complete the interval assessment prior to your arrival. You’ll earn CME & MOC credits for reviewing all this online material and completing all assessments.
Cognitive Post-Assessment
Your course participation is not complete until you have taken the online cognitive assessment with a score of 80% or better. You will have 30 days after the course to complete the cognitive assessment, if not taken within this time frame you may not receive the Certificate of Completion for the STAR Suturing program. You will gain access to the cognitive assessment after completing all pre-requisite online course components.
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Transportation from Westin Hotel to ASGE Facility
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Course Directors’ Welcome and Introductions
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Hands-on Training Skills Baseline Assessment
5:30 PM -
Meeting Adjourned and Transportation to the Hotel for Attendees
6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
Shuttle from Westin Hotel to ASGE Facility
Please note that these are the only shuttle transfer times. If you are unable to access the designated shuttle time, you will be responsible for your transfer to the ASGE IT&T.
6:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Registration, Breakfast and Exhibits
7:30 AM - 7:45 AM
Welcome and Introduction
Kevin A. Waschke, MD, CM, FRCPC, FASGE and Cynthia M. Yoshida, MD
8:50 AM - 9:15 AM
Review of Competencies of EMR Skills Assessment
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Break and Rotate to 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.
9:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Pre-Skill Video Assessment
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Group Photo, Lunch Break and Exhibits
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Group Video Expert Debrief
Kevin A. Waschke, MD, CM, FRCPC, FASGE and Cynthia M. Yoshida, MD
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Hands-on Training Part 1 of 3
4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Break, Exhibits and Rotate Back to Lab
4:20 PM - 5:50 PM
Hands-on Training Part 2 of 3
5:50 PM - 6:30 PM
Reception with Faculty and Exhibits
6:30 PM -
Shuttle Service Back to Hotel for Attendees
7:30 PM -
Shuttle Service Back to Hotel for Faculty
6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
Shuttle from Westin Hotel to ASGE Facility
If you are checking out of the hotel on this day, it is recommended that you bring your luggage with you on the shuttle – ASGE will have luggage storage available onsite and you can arrange for taxi transportation to the airport.
7:45 AM - 9:15 AM
Hands-on Training Part 3 of 3 Bio Skills Lab
Skill Assessment Times by Groups
- 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM: Group 1
- 11:15 AM – 12:30 PM: Group 2
- 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM: Group 3
Live Presentation
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Indication and Lesion Recognition
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Polypectomy Prevention/Treatment of AEs
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Optimizing Your EMR Technique – What Does The Future Hold?
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Quality Metrics and Reimbursements
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Interesting Case Presentations
All Faculty
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Last Opportunity for Questions and Answers
Registration Fees
| Attendee Type | Registration Rate |
|---|
| ASGE Member | $3,300 |
| Non-Member | $3,900 |
| Trainee Member | $1,650 |
| Non-Member Trainee | $2,250 |
| Assistant with Physician Member | $200 |
| Assistant with Physician Non-Member | $400 |
Registration Options
- 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: STAR Fundamental Lower EMR
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Hotel Accommodations
The Westin Chicago Lombard
70 Yorktown Center
Lombard, IL 60148
Phone: 630-719-8000
Group Rate: $143 per night *plus taxes*
Hotel Cut-Off Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
Book Your Room Now
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ASGE CME Statement
The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. ASGE designates this Other activity (blended learning) 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.
Maintenance of Certification
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the participants to earn up to 23 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC points. If you are interested in claiming these points, please follow the prompts after passing the Cognitive Assessment with a score of 80% or higher and completing the online evaluation.
You will be prompted to enter your ABIM ID number and your date of birth (MM/DD) this information will be shared on the ACCME PARS system and automatically sent to ABIM on your behalf. Please allow up to 48 hours to appear on your ABIM profile.
ASGE Outcome-Based Education Level:
ASGE STAR Lower EMR 2026 is designed to meet ASGE’s Outcome Level 3b “Learning- procedural knowledge: includes pre and post-tests, case-based assessments” on an anticipated outcome-based education (OBE) scale. ASGE’s OBE means starting with a clear picture of what is important for participants to gain from the educational activity to be able to do following participation, then organizing the program, instruction, and objectives to make sure the anticipated educational delivery ultimately.
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