\nNotes: more information\n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nRequest for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100. \n\nFor additional information please contact ASGE at (630) 573-0600 or via email at membership@asge.org\n\nASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\nDirections: ASGE has arranged a room block for this course at $109/night, based on availability, plus applicable tax at the Doubletree Suites By Hilton Hotel, at 2111 Butterfield Road in Downers Grove.. This rate is valid only if the reservation is made by August 15, 2014. Please call the hotel directly to reserve sleeping rooms at 630-971-2000 or 800-222-8733. A credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposed only.\n\nGround Transportation:\nRecommended transportation from O'Hare or Midway Airport:\nAmerican Taxi: (630) 920-9480\nThe primary target audiences for this course are endoscopist currently enrolled in the American Board of Internal Medicine's MOC program and are looking to obtain MOC Part 2 - Lifelong-Learning and Self-Assessment Points. Secondary audiences include other endoscopist wishing to benchmark their medical knowledge in endoscopy related topics against competence standards as determined by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Questions and topics discussed during this course will cover the following areas - Colorectal, Esophagus, and Small Intestine. \n\nUpon completion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:\n\"\tDiagnose general gastrointestinal related conditions and diseases against the American Board of Internal Medicine standards for competency. \n\"\tIdentify gastrointestinal diseases and conditions based on case vignettes and images. \n\"\tReflect on their clinical practice based on endoscopic images and discussion.\n

\nNotes: Business casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nRequest for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100.\n\nFor additional information please contact 630-573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\n\nASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\nDirections: HOTEL RESERVATIONS\n\nASGE has arranged a block of rooms at $169/night per single or double occupancy. \n\nPlease either book on-line or contact the hotel directly 702-869-7777 or 800-582-2996 to make reservations. Book your housing before August 26 to receive the group rate (based on availability)\nCourse Directors: Audrey M. Calderwood, MD and David H. Robbins, MD, FASGE\n\nASGE has developed this course to educate physician and non-physician unit staff on how to translate quality concepts into practice at their endoscopy unit. The content of the course is dynamic, addressing the fundamentals of quality and safe practice as well as emerging trends and evidence. Topics include: defining and measuring quality in endoscopy, recommendations for improving the quality in endoscopy units, a review of ASGE and CDC quality-related guidelines, and reprocessing. In addition to advancing their knowledge in endoscopy unit quality and safety, participants in this course will be prepared to apply for the ASGE Endoscopy Unit Recognition Program or renew their current participation.\n

\nNotes: more information\n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nRequest for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100. \n\nFor additional information please contact ASGE at (630)573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\n\nASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\nDirections: Please call the hotel directly to reserve sleeping rooms at 800-582-2996 or 702-869-7777. A discounted ASGE group rate of $169.00 single/double has been arranged and is guaranteed until August 26, 2014. After this date the discounted room rate is not guaranteed and rooms are based on availability. A credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposed only.\nASGEâs signature event is designed to provide a weekend of intensive, interactive education for endoscopy practitioners.\nThis yearâs focus will be on âReal Cases, Real Questions, Real Answers,â and is designed to use smaller group formats and case discussion to encourage meaningful dialogue on the actual questions facing endoscopists every day.\nAddressing âeverything endoscopy,â EndoFest features two full days of didactic, scientific and hands-on sessions on colonoscopy, stents, clipping, suturing, EMR, ESD, EUS, ERCP, imaging, emergencies, adverse events and more.\nEndoFest 2014 will include the following highlights:\n- More customized âAsk the Expertâ hands-on sessions allowing participants dedicated time on specific cutting-edge techniques with expert faculty members.\n- Extended Video Forum featuring the latest ultimate endoscopy videos.\n- Focus on real cases and practical information.\n- A new Friday afternoon format of unopposed didactic sessions on hot topics for all EndoFest attend\n

\nNotes: Business casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\nThis course is designed to highlight the state-of-the-art endoscopic management of patients with gastrointestinal diseases. This course is focused on a series of didactic lectures which will surround real-life cases and include video content to stimulate audience dialogue with world-renowned faculty experts. Topics to be covered include general practice and peri-procedure management, obscure GI bleeding, pancreaticobiliary disorders, colonoscopy, Barrettâs esophagus and endoscopic enigmas.\n
\nThis course is held in conjunction with the American College of Gastroenterology's Annual Scientific Meeting. Participants must register by faxing or emailing the registration form, or online at:

www.acgmeetings.org

\nCourse information can be found under the \"Educational Programs\" tab, then in the \"Optional Friday Courses\" section and is referred to as \"ASGE Endoscopy Course.\"\n

\nNotes: If you experience any technical difficulties while registering online, contact the ASGE Customer Care Team at (630) 573-0600 or at info@asge.org.\n\nmore information\n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nCancellation Policy: Request for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100. \n\nAttendee substitutions are permitted with ASGE authorization. ASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\n\nFor additional information please contact ASGE at (630) 573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\nDirections: Course will be held at ASGE's IT&T center and the hotel available for lodging is the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel, 2111 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL Please call the hotel directly to reserve sleeping rooms at 630-971-2000 or Toll Free: 800-222-8733. A credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposes only.\nCourse Directors: Greg Ginsberg and Drew Schembre\n\nAn intensive, high energy course targeting industry partners in gastroenterology, this course is intended to provide an overview of basic GI anatomy,physiology as well as commonly encountered gastrointestinal diseases and their endoscopic findings through a lecture-based format. A hands-on experience will introduced both basic & advanced endoscopic techniques.
\nAttending this program will provide industry representatives with a framework for understanding GI physiology, pathology and endoscopy in order to have more engaging discussions with professionals(techs, nurses & physicians) working in gastroenterology-related fields.
\nThis is an opportunity for industry professionals to talk and work together in a hands-on environment alongside ASGE gastroenterologists in a small group setting. Those individuals who complete this course would be recognized with the ASGE \"Seal of Approval\".\n

\nNotes: Business casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\nThis course will enhance the working knowledge of practitioners in the endoscopic management of patients with liver disease. It will also cover fundamental issues related to the quality and safety of endoscopic practice in the patient with liver disease, including safe administration of sedation and safety as it relates to disease specific issues such as coagulopathy. Attendees can also expect state-of-the-art lectures on management and prevention of variceal hemorrhage, as well as talks on advanced endoscopic techniques.\n\nThis course is held in conjunction with the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and participants must register by faxing or emailing the registration form, or online at

www.aasld.org/livermeeting

\nCourse information can be found under the \"Ticketed Sessions\" tab, then in the Courses sections and is referred to as \"Endoscopy Course.\"\n

\nNotes: Business casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nRequest for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100.\n\nFor additional information please contact 630-573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\n\nASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\nDirections: HOTEL RESERVATIONS\n\nCourse will be held at ASGE's IT&T center and the hotel available for lodging is the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel, 2111 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL \n\nPlease call the hotel directly to reserve sleeping rooms at 630-971-2000\nor Toll Free: 800-222-8733. A discounted ASGE group rate of $109 per night, plus applicable tax, has been arranged at the Doubletree Hotel in Downers Grove. Book your housing before October 24 to receive the group rate (based on availability). A credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposes only. \n\nWe recommend reserving your room early due to limited availability and higher rates.\nThis course aims to teach endoscopists the latest advances in mucosal imaging with a specific emphasis on achieving high levels of accuracy for Barrett's esophagus, colon polyps, and inflammatory bowel disease recognition. This one and a half days course takes place Friday afternoon and all day Saturday - to allow time for live case demonstrations. Participants will take part in a combination of live video transmissions, transmission of recorded videos, transmission of live animal cases performed at the ASGE Institute for Training and Technology, didactic, and limited hands-on exposure. The course will specifically use currently validated image library sets for training in Barrett's esophagus and polyp interpretation.\n

\nNotes: More Information

\n\nTo maximize the interactive experience, participation is limited to the first 30 registrants.\n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nHOTEL RESERVATIONS
\n\nASGE has arranged a block of rooms at $109/night per single or double occupancy. At the Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel located at 2111 Butterfield Road Downers Grove, IL 60515
\n\nPlease either book on-line or contact the hotel directly 630-971-2000 or 800-222-8733 to make reservations. Book your housing before November 14 to receive the group rate (based on availability). \n\n\nDirections: Cancellation Policy: Request for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100. \n\nAttendee substitutions are permitted with ASGE authorization. ASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\n\nASGE has arranged a room block for this course at $109 per night, plus applicable tax, at the DoubleTree Suites bu Hilton Hotel & Conference Center Chicago-Downers Grove 2111 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove. Book your housing before November 14 to receive the group rate (based on availability). Please call the hotel directly to reserve sleeping rooms at 630-971-2000 or Toll Free: 800-222-8733. A credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposes only.\nThis course is your key to discovering answers to the most challenging cases in management issues in endoscopy. Join your fellow distinguished colleagues for a collaborative weekend learning from the masters in endoscopy and being exposed to new developments and trends. Since you are a seasoned endoscopists, you will also learn from the discussion of each of your experience in the subjects presented. Get into the minds of how the leading endoscopic authorities think through difficult cases and understand their decision making process.
\n\nThis is your opportunity to partake in didactic lecture from thought leaders on the advances of endoscopic procedures plus get the \"crÃ¨me de la crÃ¨me\" of hands-on training in a highly personalized, collegial environment.
\n\nBroaden your scope by delving into topics such as:\nRFA/Cryo Ablation\nClosure of perforations\nERCP\nPolypectomy\nBarrett's Esophagus\nHemorrhoid Treatment\n

\nNotes: more information\n\nASGE is offering a series of three courses at the ASGE Institute for Training and Technology December 11-14, 2014 designed to give your practice a clear advantage in 2015 1) GI Practice Management 101; 2) Improving Quality and Safety in Your Endoscopy Unit, 3) 2015 Gastroenterology Coding Update - Attend one or attend them all!\n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nCancellation Policy: Request for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100. \n\nAttendee substitutions are permitted with ASGE authorization. ASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\n\nFor additional information please contact ASGE at 630-573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\nDirections: HOTEL RESERVATIONS

\n\nASGE has arranged a block of rooms at $109/night per single or double occupancy. At the Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel located at 2111 Butterfield Road Downers Grove, IL 60515

\n\nPlease either book on-line or contact the hotel directly 630-971-2000 or 800-222-8733 to make reservations. Book your housing before November 20 to receive the group rate (based on availability).\n\nA credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposes only.\nGI Practice Management 101, a new ASGE course offering, will provide your office management staff with the essentials needed to effectively and efficiently manage your GI unit. This one-day course designed and presented by GI practice mangers at the top of their field, will serve as an introduction to GI endoscopy practice management best practices. Course session will cover issues which include: techniques to \"right-size\" your endoscopy office, managing and staffing the GI practice and evaluating cost centers and profit centers. This course is perfect for those propelled into office management, new to practice management or new to the GI practice management.\n

\nNotes: more information\n\nASGE is offering a series of three courses at the ASGE Institute for Training and Technology December 11-14, 2014 designed to give your practice a clear advantage in 2015 1) GI Practice Management 101; 2) Improving Quality and Safety in Your Endoscopy Unit, 3) 2015 Gastroenterology Coding Update - Attend one or attend them all!\n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nRequest for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100.\n\nFor additional information please contact 630-573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\n\nASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\nDirections: HOTEL RESERVATIONS

\n\nASGE has arranged a block of rooms at $109/night per single or double occupancy. At the Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel located at 2111 Butterfield Road Downers Grove, IL 60515

\n\nPlease either book on-line or contact the hotel directly 630-971-2000 or 800-222-8733 to make reservations. Book your housing before November 20 to receive the group rate (based on availability).\nCourse Directors: Audrey M. Calderwood, MD and David H. Robbins, MD, FASGE\n\nASGE has developed this course to educate physician and non-physician unit staff on how to translate quality concepts into practice at their endoscopy unit. The content of the course is dynamic, addressing the fundamentals of quality and safe practice as well as emerging trends and evidence. Topics include: defining and measuring quality in endoscopy, recommendations for improving the quality in endoscopy units, a review of ASGE and CDC quality-related guidelines, and reprocessing. In addition to advancing their knowledge in endoscopy unit quality and safety, participants in this course will be prepared to apply for the ASGE Endoscopy Unit Recognition Program or renew their current participation.\n

\nNotes: more information\n\nASGE is offering a series of three courses at the ASGE Institute for Training and Technology December 11-14, 2014 designed to give your practice a clear advantage in 2015 1) GI Practice Management 101; 2) Improving Quality and Safety in Your Endoscopy Unit, 3) 2015 Gastroenterology Coding Update - Attend one or attend them all!\n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nCancellation Policy: Request for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100. \n\nAttendee substitutions are permitted with ASGE authorization. ASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\n\nFor additional information please contact ASGE at 630-573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\nDirections: HOTEL RESERVATIONS

\n\nASGE has arranged a block of rooms at $109/night per single or double occupancy. At the Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel located at 2111 Butterfield Road Downers Grove, IL 60515

\n\nPlease either book on-line or contact the hotel directly 630-971-2000 or 800-222-8733 to make reservations. Book your housing before November 20 to receive the group rate (based on availability).\n\nA credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposes only.\nCourse Directors: Glenn D. Littenberg, MD, Southern California Gastroenterology Associates, Pasadena, CA; and Kathleen Mueller, RN, CPC, CCS-P, CMSCS, PCS, CCC, AskMueller Consulting, LLC

\nThere will be a numerous coding updates for lower endoscopy codes in 2015 on the details of Medical Coding, Payer Contracting, Practice Management, Endoscopy Billing and other topics and issues related to GI physician practice management. Ensure that you are coding correctly and getting reimbursed accurately by attending the 2015 Gastroenterology Coding Update course. This course is designed to help endoscopists and their team enhance their ability to manage their practices through accurate billing, coding, contracting, and revenue cycle management.\n

\nNotes: If you experience any technical difficulties while registering online, contact the ASGE Customer Care Team at (630) 573-0600 or at info@asge.org.\n\nmore information\n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nCancellation Policy: Request for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $100. \n\nAttendee substitutions are permitted with ASGE authorization. ASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\n\nFor additional information please contact ASGE at 630-573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\nDirections: Course will be held at ASGE's IT&T center and the hotel available for lodging is the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel, 2111 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL \n\nPlease call the hotel directly to reserve sleeping rooms at 630-971-2000\nor Toll Free: 800-222-8733. A discounted ASGE group rate of $109 per night, plus applicable tax, has been arranged at the Doubletree Hotel in Downers Grove. The discounted rate is good through 9 January 2015, and is based on availability. A credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposes only.\nThe EMR STAR Certificate Program will include two modules: 1) Lower GI and 2) Upper GI. Physicians may choose to pursue a Certificate of Completion in the Lower GI module only, or sign up for both modules at the same time to receive a discount. Successful completion of both the cognitive and skills assessment components of the Lower GI module is a prerequisite for participation in the Upper GI module. \nThe EMR program is designed to specifically teach core knowledge and motor skills in lower / upper EMR through case-based video sessions and intensive, standardized hands-on training. Immediately following the live components, all participants will complete a post-test, as well as a one-on-one assessment of a standardized checklist of skills. The Certificate of Completion will be awarded to those participants who meet the passing standard for both post-test and the assessment components.
Enrollees will be invited to bring one tech or nurse to train with them for no additional fee.\n

\nNotes: Physicians may choose to add on the POEM component for an additional fee. There is a maximum capacity of 24 for the POEM session on Sunday, March 1st. \n\nBusiness casual attire is appropriate for all functions.\n\nCancellation Policy: Request for refunds must be requested in writing, no later than two weeks prior to the course. Refunds are subject to an administrative fee of $150. \n\nAttendee substitutions are permitted with ASGE authorization. ASGE has the right to cancel a program at any time at its discretion.\n\nFor additional information please contact ASGE at (630) 573-0600 or via email at education@asge.org\nDirections: Course will be held at ASGE's IT&T center and the hotel available for lodging is the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel, 2111 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, IL \n\nPlease call the hotel directly to reserve sleeping rooms at 630-971-2000\nor Toll Free: 800-222-8733. A discounted ASGE group rate of $109 per night, plus applicable tax, has been arranged at the Doubletree Hotel in Downers Grove. The discounted rate is good through 9 January 2015, and is based on availability. A credit card is required to reserve a sleeping room and will be used for guarantee purposes only.\nThe American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) and the Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society (JGES) invite you to participate in this one-of-a kind immersion course in endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) taught by highly experienced experts in the technique, including the largest team of outstanding Asian Masters in ESD ever assembled in this country. This two-day course has been developed to provide a comprehensive experience in ESD that will take the advanced practice endoscopist from theory to the hands-on practice of ESD in ex vivo and animate models, discussing and demonstrating the fine points of the technique.\n\nAn exclusive add-on opportunity will provide up to 24 participants, with two participants per hands-on station using animate models to perform the POEM procedure on Sunday, March 1st. Additional fee apply.\n