Fellows

Education Corner March 2025

Mark your calendars for education designed for trainees at every stage of fellowship hosted at the ASGE Institute for Training and Technology facility in Downers Grove, IL and/or participate virtually.
Incorporating an Innovation and Device Development Curriculum during Gastroenterology Training

Gastroenterology, and particularly gastrointestinal endoscopy, is a field shaped by physician innovators.
Can’t-Miss Events at DDW 2025

Get ready for DDW 2025 with our guide to the can't-miss events that highlight groundbreaking research, hands-on learning opportunities, and essential networking moments for the GI community.
Prophylaxis and Management of Acute Pancreatitis: Recent Research

luid Resuscitation in Acute PancreatitisA multicenter randomized controlled trial conducted by Enrique de-Madaria et al. evaluated the effects of aggressive versus moderate fluid resuscitation on the risk of developing moderate to severe pancreatitis.
The PD's Digest: Anonymous Answers, Expert Advice

How much can we expand our procedural scope during our general GI fellowship, short of doing an advanced endoscopy fellowship?
Thriving Through Transitions: Navigating Wellness as a GI Fellow and New Attending

We have officially entered Winter which means another season of deadlines and busy training schedules; all while navigating the holidays and somehow maintaining our sanity.
Trainees in Committee Service

Meet the ASGE trainee members contributing to committee service—emerging leaders dedicated to advancing GI endoscopy through active involvement and professional growth.
Education Corner January 2025

Registration has opened for the 2025 Golden Scope Competition! This fun competition engages teams of first and second year fellows from around the world, culminating in live, Jeopardy-style finals at the ASGE IT&T.
Launching Your Research Journey: Discovering Passion, Building Skills and Embracing Collaboration

Starting a research career can be both exciting and daunting. I was inspired to pursue research when I encountered techniques and people that were addressing healthcare inequities through engineering and public health.
Follow Your Heart

There is a special place in my heart for people in need of nutritional support and GI care. This realization struck me when on rounds with Dr. Stephen McClave as a nutrition fellow visiting a children’s home in Kentucky.
Five Keys to Thriving in GI Fellowship: Advice from the Frontlines

Fellowship is tough, but you're ready. Prioritize time management, self-care, and ergonomics early on. Remember, GI is your focus, but internal medicine remains essential—treat the whole patient, not just the GI issue.
“What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self While Navigating GI Fellowship?”

Members of the ASGE Membership Engagement Committee reflect on their journeys and share thoughtful advice they wish they could give their younger selves—offering wisdom, encouragement, and lessons learned along the way.
Journey of a GI Fellow: From Training to Teaching

GI fellowship is a time of learning, and preparing for independent practice. Fellows should set clear goals, find mentors, and seek leadership and teaching roles. Each experience is unique, but all should build a foundation of knowledge and humanism.
When the Specialist Wants to Subspecialize: Things to Consider for the New Fellow

You have matched into one of the most coveted specialties of internal medicine. Long gone will be admission orders and discharge summaries that may have haunted you during your residency years.
Perspectives: Academic vs. Private Practice

Choosing between private practice and academic medicine after gastroenterology fellowship depends on many factors including career goals, interests, and priorities.