Saturday, November 8, 2025
7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Bethesda Marriott
5151 Pooks Hill Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
Target Audience
+ Specialties: Gastroenterology, Otolaryngology, Radiology, Surgery, Thoracic Surgery
+ Professions: Non-Physician, Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician, Physician Assistant, Student
Overview
This interdisciplinary live conference will bring together a distinguished faculty of experts to discuss the clinical management and research of patients with esophageal disorders. Attendees will gain insights into identifying the pathophysiology associated with esophageal conditions, as well as guidance on appropriate testing, indications for medical therapy, and available endoscopic and surgical treatment options. Additionally, the conference will highlight the current standards of care and innovative treatment approaches for esophageal disorders being implemented at MedStar Health.
Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:
- Describe the pathophysiology of refractory GERD and recognize the role of GERD in pulmonary disease.
- Explore the indications for surgical and endoscopic interventions for GERD.
- Identify the clinical features, diagnostic, and therapeutic approaches for Achalasia.
- Diagnose and manage Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE) and review current treatment guidelines for EOE.
- Implement screening modalities for Barrett’s Esophagus and discuss the indications and limitations of different diagnostic approaches.
- Apply the current standards for endoscopic surveillance and treatment of Barrett’s Esophagus, including the role of ablative therapies.
- Review the surgical treatment options for advanced Barrett's Esophagus and esophageal carcinoma and discuss the challenges in the management of these patients.
- Examine the medical and surgical management strategies for Gastroparesis, including the use of pharmacologic, dietary and surgical interventions.
Registration
Thru September 15
Physician: $100
Resident or Fellow: $0
Physician Assistant: $75
Nurse Practitioner: $75
Nurse: $75
Allied Health Professional: $75
Medical Student: $0
Industry Professional: $150
Regular: September 2 - September 20
Physician: $150
Resident or Fellow: $0
Physician Assistant: $100
Nurse Practitioner: $100
Nurse: $100
Allied Health Professional : $100
Medical Student: $0
Industry Professional: $200
Please contact MedStarCPE@MedStar.net or (833) 731-1273 for registration assistance.
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