This course offers a thorough overview of hepatology and gastroenterology from the perspective of passing exams. It is intended for candidates getting ready for both original certification and recertification maintenance, as well as for clinical practitioners seeking an intensive, fast-paced review of the subject.

You will be able to learn in-depth information about both uncommon but “classic” clinical vignettes that are examined on board-style exams, as well as gastrointestinal disorders that are frequently seen in practice. In addition, the boards assess the knowledge of doctors regarding the most recent developments in gastroenterology and hepatology as well as current guidelines.

We have put together this intense refresher course, which brings together exceptional educators from Cleveland Clinic and other top schools, to help you reach the high standards needed to pass the boards.

Who Needs to Be Present
For individuals wanting a thorough review of gastroenterology and hepatology as well as those getting ready for certification and maintenance of recertification exams, this course is perfect for doctors, APPs, and fellows.

Objectives
Attendees will be able to do the following:

Explain the fundamentals of GI medicine that you need know in order to be ready for the GI practitioner certification or recertification exam.
Give a summary of the most recent developments in the fields of liver disease and gastroenterology.
Provide an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the pancreas, liver, small and large bowels, esophagus, stomach, and duodenum, among other GI system organs.
Program:
First Session: GI Board Tips and Tricks for Liver IDr. Scott Gabbard
Interpreting Liver Test ResultsDr. William D. Carey
Hepatitis A and B virusesDr. Naim Alkhouri
Drug-Related Liver DamagePhysician Carlos Romero-Marrero
Variceal hemorrhage with Portal HypertensionDr. William D. Carey
Carcinoma HepatocellularMD Binu John
There are two types of fatty liver disease: alcohol-associated and nonalcoholic.Dr. Naim Alkhouri
Features of Portal Hypertension That Are Not VascularDr. William D. Carey
Session 2: GI Boards Liver II High Yield Liver QuestionsMD Binu John
Liver Metabolic DisordersDoctor Christina C. Lindenmeyer
Inflammatory HepatitisPhysician Carlos Romero-Marrero
Both primary biliary and primary sclerosing cholangitisDoctor Christina C. Lindenmeyer
Hepatitis C, D, and E virusDr. Naim Alkhouri
Liver Illness and GestationPhysician Carlos Romero-Marrero
Liver transplantationDoctor Christina C. Lindenmeyer
Session 3: Anatomy and Physiology of the Pancreas and Biliary SystemTyler Stevens, M.D.
Pancreatitis AcuteDr. Timothy B. Gardner
Pancreatic Cystic NeoplasmsTyler Stevens, M.D.
Prolonged PancreatitisDr. Timothy B. Gardner
Questions about the Biliary and PancreasTyler Stevens, M.D.
Disease of the Biliary TractDr. Prabhleen Chahal
EUS and ERCPDr. Prabhleen Chahal
Keynote Address: All the Information You Need to Understand NETsGI Cancer Michelle Kang Kim, MD, PhDDr. Michelle Kang Kim, Ph.D.
Session 4: Foregut Motility Disorders of the Esophagus and StomachDr. Scott Gabbard
Esophagus: Structure and Disorders of MotilityDr. Scott Gabbard
Barrett’s esophagus, GERD, and reflux disease of the esophagusDr. Scott Gabbard
Session 5: Vascular Disorders, Pathology, and Endoscopy
Pathology of the GastrointestinesMD, MBA Daniela Allende
Histopathology of the LiverMD, MBA Daniela Allende
Non-Variceal Bleeding in the StomachFrederick Zuccaro Jr.
Vascular Conditions in the GI SystemFrederick Zuccaro Jr.
Endoscopy of the digestive systemFrederick Zuccaro Jr.
Session 6: Clinical Overview of Disease Board Review and Update 2022 for Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Small IntestineJessica Philpott, MD, PhD: Positioning and Therapeutics for IBDClinical Cases of Regueiro-MKirby, Philpott, and Reguerio
Food for the 2022 GI BoardsKirby, Donald F., M.D.
Disease of the Small Bowel Mucosa 2022Kirby, Donald F., M.D.
Session 7: Colon Hereditary Colorectal Cancer Syndromes Dr. Joseph Anderson
Update on Colorectal Cancer ScreeningDr. Joseph Anderson
Diarrhea in the Clinic and BoardsJessica Phan, M.D., Ph.D.
Collitis Not Associated with IBDDr. Jessica Philpott, PhD, has an IBS diagnosis.Dr. Scott Gabbard
Pelvic floor disorders, constipation, and women’s healthDr. Scott Gabbard
Radiologic-Endoscopic Correlation in Session 8
Pancreas and Biliary Tract: Radiologic-Endoscopic CorrelationDr. Perry J. Pickhardt
Gastrointestinal Tract: Congruence of Radiologic and Endoscopic Images