September 6-7, 2014Williamsburg Lodge • Williamsburg, Virginia

American College of Gastroenterology

Course Directors:Andrew Y. Wang, MD, FACG, and Eileen Babb, BSN, RN, CGRN

Course Co-Directors:Jayant P. Talreja, MD and Nancy Schlossberg, BA, BSN, RN, CGRN

Williamsburg

2014ACG/VGS/ODSGNA Regional Postgraduate Course

10up to

CMEcredits!

Educational Agenda

The field of gastroenterology continues to experience an introduction of new and novel therapeutic options and diagnostic techniques affecting numerous areas of GI disease management and patient care. During the program, a number of gastroenterology and hepatology related topics will be explored including eosinophilic esophagitis, Barrett’s esophagus, postoperative Crohn’s disease, enteral feeding, serrated polpys and polyposis, colonoscopy complications, anorectal bleeding, fecal incontinence, sphincter of Oddi dysfunction, pancreatic cysts, surgical approach to malignant lesions of the liver, clotting disorders in liver disease, and an update on the treatment of HCV. Case-based discussions with fellows and panel discussions with expert faculty will occur allowing the participants to gain practical application of key learning points. This program is designed for gastroenterologists, primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and nurses interested in the latest information on diagnostic GI and state of the art treatment of these illnesses.

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the ACG, the Virginia Gastroenterological Society, and the Old Dominion Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates. The American College of Gastroenterology is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American College of Gastroenterology designates this live activity for a maximum of 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Each physician should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Nursing CreditsThis educational activity has been submitted to the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. for approval. The Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. is accredited as an approver of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Friday, September 5

4:00 pm-7:00 pm Course Registration/Exhibits Open

Saturday, September 6

6:30 am Registration and Continental Breakfast

7:45 am Welcoming Remarks and Introduction

8:00 am Virginia Commonwealth University Fellow Presentations Moderator: Mitchell L. Schubert, MD, FACG Illustrate difficult GI management issues using case presentations.

session 1 Upper GI8:30 am Eosinophilic Esophagitis Ikuo Hirano, MD, FACG Describe the diagnosis and management of EoE, including the approach to refractory disease.

8:55 am Barrett’s Esophagus – Who to Treat and How? Kenneth K. Wang, MD, FACG Discuss the current approach to treating Barrett’s esophagus including endoscopic therapies (EMR and ablation).

9:20 am Approach to Upper GI Bleeding Bryan Sauer, MD, MSc Apply an evidence-based approach to the management of upper GI bleeding.

9:45 am Panel Discussion

10:00 am Break

Program Description and Accreditation/CME

ACG/VGS/ODSGNA Regional Postgraduate Course Williamsburg Lodge, Williamsburg, VA

session 2 IBD and Nutrition

10:30 am Infectious and Malignancy Risks with Immunomodulator and Biologic Therapies Brian W. Behm, MD, MSc Discuss the risk of infection and malignancy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease who are treated with commonly used immunomodulators and biologic therapies.

10:55 am Management of Postoperative Crohn’s Disease Stephen J. Bickston, MD Describe the postoperative approach to the management of patients with Crohn’s disease and whether or not to treat with pharmacologic therapy.

11:20 am Approach to Enteral Feeding: NJ, PEG, PEJ or PEG-J John C. Fang, MD Select the appropriate tube for various clinical situations and other options for enteral feeding.

11:45 am Panel Discussion

12:00 noon 2014 VGS Keynote Lecture and Luncheon Recognizing Burnout and Finding the Path to Recovery Christina M. Surawicz, MD, MACG Describe definitions of burnout and discuss its contributing factors; identify ways to recognize, prevent and treat burnout.

12:40 pm Break

session 3 Lower GI

1:00 pm Serrated Polyps and Polyposis David A. Johnson, MD, MACG Discuss how to apply screening colonoscopy to spot serrated colorectal lesions and how to manage serrated polyps and/or polyposis in terms of resection and surveillance colonoscopy.

1:25 pm Prevention and Management of Colonoscopy Complications Field Willingham, MD, MPH Discuss situations and medical risk factors that might predispose patients to colonoscopy complications and identify what adverse events might be amenable to endoscopic therapy.

1:50 pm Update on Irritable Bowel Syndrome William D. Chey, MD, FACG Describe the current thinking behind diagnosing and treating forms of IBS.

2:15 pm Panel Discussion

10:30 am-1:00 pm NURSING PROGRAMClear and Present Dangers: Hot Topics in Infection Prevention in the Endoscopy Unit Discuss GI unit team approach to preventing infection in the endoscopy unit.10:30 am Top 5 Hot Topics Lawrence F. Muscarella, PhD11:15 am Nursing Approach to Top 5 Hot Topics Nancy Schlossberg, BA, BSN, RN, CGRN11:30 am MD Approach to Top 5 Hot Topics Pramod Malik, MD, FACG11:45 am Panel Discussion12:00 noon Solutions for Improving Infection Prevention in the Endoscopy Suite (Lecture and Luncheon) Lawrence F. Muscarella, PhD

2:30 pm Break

3:00 pm Anorectal Bleeding Shou Jiang Tang, MD Identify diseases that can predispose patients to anorectal bleeding and discuss possible management strategies.

3:25 pm Interventions in Fecal Incontinence Elisa R. Trowbridge, MD Evaluate common causes of fecal incontinence and what medical and surgical interventions are available, including sacral nerve stimulation.

3:50 pm Panel Discussion

4:00 pm Meet and Greet for Faculty and Attendees

5:00 pm Adjourn

Sunday, September 76:30 am Breakfast/Registration

6:30 am Optional Event – Gutrunners™ Race (separate fee required)

7:00 am VGS/ODSGNA Board Meetings

8:00 am University of Virginia Fellow Presentations Moderator: Patrick G. Northup, MD, MHS Illustrate difficult GI management issues using case presentations.

session 4 Biliary and Pancreatic Diseases8:30 am Approach to Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction Gregory A. Cote, MD, MS Discuss the diagnosis and management of biliary and pancreatic SOD.

8:55 am Management of Pancreas Cysts Vanessa M. Shami, MD Discuss the diagnosis and management of pancreas cysts, particularly in light of recently updated consensus recommendations for the management of IPMNs.

9:20 am Treatment of Cholangiocarcinoma Todd H. Baron, MD Differentiate medical, endoscopic and surgical treatments of cholangiocarcinoma.

9:45 am Panel Discussion

10:00 am Break

session 5 Liver10:30 am Surgical Approach to Malignant Lesions of the Liver Victor Zaydfudim, MD, MPH Identify which malignant liver lesions may be amenable to surgical cure or palliation (including HCC, liver metastases from colorectal cancer, and carcinoid tumors).

10:55 am Approach to Clotting Disorders in Liver Disease Patrick G. Northup, MD, MHS Discuss the management of portal vein clots in cirrhotic patients and interpret abnormal coagulation labs as it relates to endoscopic procedures and interventions.

11:20 am Update on the Treatment of HCV K. Rajender Reddy, MD, FACG Outline new therapies for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C infection.

11:45 am Panel Discussion

12:00 noon Course Adjourns

Accommodations and Registration Information

AccommodationsRooms are available at the Williamsburg Lodge and at the Woodlands Hotel and Suites. Reservations for both hotels can be made by calling 1-800-261-9530 (mention booking code 19675 for special group rates), or online by going to https://resweb.passkey.com/go/19675. Special group rates at the Williamsburg Lodge are $232 for a Deluxe Room and $190 for a Superior Room. The special group rate at the Woodlands Hotel and Suites is $142 for a Standard Room. An additional $2 per day occupancy tax will apply to either hotel. Reservations must be made by August 22, 2014. Requests for reservations after this date will be on a space available basis only.

All reservations must be accompanied by a first night’s room deposit for room and tax (10%). Individual deposits are refundable, provided notice of cancellation is received by the hotel at least three (3) days prior to arrival. Reservations may be charged to Discover, VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Diner’s Club. Credit card deposits are charged at the time the reservation is made. The Williamsburg Lodge is located at 310 South England Street and is directly adjacent to the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Area. The Woodlands Hotel and Suites is conveniently located at the Visitor Center for Colonial Williamsburg at 105 Visitor Center Drive. Please note that there is no shuttle service between the Woodlands Hotel and the Williamsburg Lodge.

RegistrationThe registration fee includes a course syllabus and some meals. All registrants must pay the full registration fee; one-day registration or other partial registration is not available. Full refund of registration fees will be given, less a $25 administrative fee, if written notice of cancellation is received by ACG no later than August 22, 2014. No refunds will be given after this date. Attendees may register by submitting the enclosed registration form with payment in U.S. funds to the College headquarters by fax at 301-263-9025, by mail to ACG, 6400 Goldsboro Road, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20817, or online at gi.org/education-and-meetings/regional-meetings. Registration opens Friday, September 5 (4:00 pm-7:00 pm), and the course begins on Saturday morning, September 6.

More InformationFor more information about the meeting, call ACG at 301-263-9000. For more information about the Williamsburg Lodge or Colonial Williamsburg, visit www.history.org.

Americans with Disabilities Act: Attendees of this ACG Regional Postgraduate Course who need additional reasonable accommodations or who have special needs, including dietary needs, should contact the ACG office at 301-263-9000 no later than August 22, 2014.

Course Directors

ANDREW Y. WANG, MD, FACGAssociate Professor of Medicine, Co-Medical Director of Endoscopy, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA

EilEEN BABB, BSN, RN, CGRNClinical Coordinator, Endoscopy Department, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Chesapeake, VA

Course Co-Directors

JAYANT P. TAlREJA, MDGastrointestinal Specialists Inc., Richmond, VA

NANCY SChloSSBERG, BA, BSN, RN, CGRNClinical Coordinator, Endoscopy Services, Bon Secours Health Center at Harbour View, Suffolk, VA

Faculty

ToDD h. BARoN, MDProfessor of Medicine, Director of Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC

BRiAN W. BEhM, MD, MSCAssociate Professor of Medicine, Director, Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA

STEPhEN J. BiCkSToN, MDDirector, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Associate Chair, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Professor of Internal Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA

WilliAM D. ChEY, MD, FACGProfessor, Internal Medicine, Director, GI Physiology Laboratory, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor, MI

GREGoRY A. CoTE, MD, MSAssociate Professor of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC

JohN C. FANG, MDClinical Director and Professor of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Utah Hospital and Huntsman Cancer Institute, Salt Lake City, UT

ikuo hiRANo, MD, FACGProfessor of Medicine, Director of the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship Program, Division of Gastroenterology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL

DAviD A. JohNSoN, MD, MACGProfessor of Medicine and Chief of Gastroenterology, Eastern Virginia School of Medicine, Norfolk, VA

PRAMoD MAlik, MD, FACGGastroenterology Associates of Tidewater, Chesapeake, VA

lAWRENCE F. MuSCAREllA, PhDPresident, LFM Healthcare Solutions, LLC, Colmar, PA

PATRiCk G. NoRThuP, MD, MhSAssociate Professor of Medicine, Director, Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship Program, Medical Director of Liver Transplantation, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA

k. RAJENDER REDDY, MD, FACGProfessor of Medicine, Director of Hepatology, Medical Director of Liver Transplantation, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

BRYAN G. SAuER, MD, MSCAssistant Professor of Medicine, Co-Medical Director of Endoscopy, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA

MiTChEll l. SChuBERT, MD, FACGProfessor of Medicine, Chief of Gastroenterology, Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, VA

vANESSA M. ShAMi, MD Associate Professor of Medicine, Director of Endoscopic Ultrasound, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA

ChRiSTiNA M. SuRAWiCz, MD, MACGProfessor of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, University of Washington School of Medicine, Assistant Dean for Faculty Development, Harborview Medical Center, Seattle WA

Shou JiANG TANG, MDAssociate Professor of Medicine, Interim Chief and Fellowship Program Director, Division of Digestive Diseases, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS

EliSA R. TRoWBRiDGE, MDAssistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Medicine, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA

kENNETh k. WANG, MD, FACGProfessor of Medicine, Director of the Advanced Endoscopy Group, Co-Director of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Program, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, MN

FiElD WilliNGhAM, MD, MPhAssistant Professor of Medicine, Director of Endoscopy, Division of Digestive Diseases, Emory University Healthcare, Atlanta, GA

viCToR zAYDFuDiM, MD, MPhAssistant Professor of Surgery, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA

Faculty for ACG/VGS/ODSGNA Regional Postgraduate Course, September 6-7, 2014

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Discover the latest developments in GI and Hepatology while exploring America’s past in historic Colonial Williamsburg.

Learn the latest clinical updates, incorporate the newest findings into practice, and learn practical tips from experts at the ACG/VGS/ODSGNA Regional Postgraduate Course, September 6 and 7, at the Williamsburg Lodge in Williamsburg, Virginia. Sessions to be offered over the day and a half program include: Upper GI, IBD and Nutrition, Lower GI, Biliary and Pancreatic Diseases, and Liver. Saturday morning features a special Nurses Breakout Session, Hot Topics in Infection Prevention. A special presentation will also be offered on Saturday during lunch, Recognizing Burnout and Finding the Path to Recovery. Fellows from University of Virginia and Virginia Commonwealth University will also present cases that illustrate difficult GI management issues.

Visitors to Williamsburg, Virginia will find plenty of things to do and see. Just steps from the Williamsburg Lodge is Colonial Williamsburg. Step back in time and explore our Nation’s early history. Colonial Williamsburg features more than 500 restored and reconstructed building set on over 300 acres. As a guest of the Lodge, you will enjoy discounts on admission passes to Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area, preferred reservations for dining at Colonial Williamsburg taverns and restaurants, tee times at the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club, and more than 40 shops within walking distance.

Learn more about what there is to do and see in the Williamsburg area at www.history.org.

ACG/VGS/ODSGNA Regional Postgraduate CourseSeptember 6-7, 2014Williamsburg Lodge, Williamsburg, Virginia

This Regional Postgraduate Course is jointly sponsored by the American College of Gastroenterology, the Virginia Gastroenterological Society, and the Old Dominion Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates.

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Williamsburg Lodge Williamsburg, VirginiaSeptember 6–7, 2014

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