23rd Annual IU Gastroenterology/Hepatology Update

23rd Annual IU Gastroenterology/Update will be a virtual course. Those who have pre-registered will receive a pre-conference communication 3-7 days prior to the course which will include the Zoom link.  Please check back later for an updated agenda.

Due to the COVID-19 restrictions this course was postponed from April 24, 2020.
All registrations for the April 24th date are transferred to the October date.

Designed for gastroenterologists, internists, family practice physicians, other primary care providers, and nurses, this course will examine new developments in gastroenterology and hepatology, specifically “breakthrough” research that has clinical relevance for today’s busy physicians and advanced providers.

Location and Parking
The symposium will be held at the Indiana History Center located at 450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis, Indiana. Limited free parking is available in the Center's parking lot; please enter from New York Street. Metered parking and other parking facilities are available through out the downtown area.

1. Recall the data supporting beginning colon cancer screening at age 45, and how best to choose among screening options (colonoscopy, FIT, and FIT-fecal DNA)
2. Recognize indications for genetic testing in inherited GI cancer syndromes, and be able to interpret information from multigene panel testing.
3. Identify and apply management strategies for colonic and extra-colonic cancers in polyposis syndromes and Lynch syndrome.
4. Define new post polypectomy surveillance recommendations.
5. Recall how to evaluate and monitor pancreatic cysts for development of pancreatic cancer.
6. Recognize how to interpret biopsies demonstrating gastric intestinal metaplasia, and how such patients should be followed.
7. Discuss the efficacy of various regiments for H. pylori infection, and how to follow up treated patients.
8. Describe newer testing strategies for esophageal motility disorders, including the use of advanced imaging systems and minimally invasive diagnostics medical devices, high resolution manometry, and pH and impedance monitoring.
9. Describe data that supports actual proven complications from chronic PPI therapy.
10. Explain recent recommendations for Barrett’s surveillance, including use of diagnostic platforms.
11. Identify new approaches to treatment of GERD, including endoscopic antireflux procedures and new surgical procedures.
12. Recall proper use and interpretation of gastric function testing in patients with suspected or known gastroparesis, and best treatments for the disorder.
13. List new treatments and management paradigms in liver disease.
14. Recognize best diagnostic evaluations in chronic diarrhea that should be completed before colonoscopy.
15. Discuss common mistakes and tips for better management in irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease.

Fee includes on-line conference materials and Zoom access link to meeting.

$75 physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers registering by September 11, 2020

$100 physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers registering after September 11, 2020

Free of charge: IU School of Medicine/ IU Health  faculty, nurses and PAs; IU School of Medicine residents and fellows. (Please pre-register before September 30, 2020.)

Register and pay online using MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover BEFORE October 5, 2020.
AFTER October 5, 2020 please register at the door.

Cancellation Policy:
A full refund will be given if the cancellation is made at least one month in advance and follows our internal review and approval process. A partial refund of 50% would be allowable if cancellation is made at least two weeks in advance. No refund would be available for cancellations made after that point unless cause of cancellation is due to unforeseen extenuating circumstances such as serious illness, hospitalization, death of a close relative, etc. for which documentation may be requested.

Refunds will be issued based on the method in which the payment had been made. It is the departments intent to process refunds within five (5) days of approving the customers request for such refund.

In support of improving patient care, Indiana University School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Nurses
Indiana University School of Medicine designates this activity for a maximum of 5.25 ANCC contact hours.  Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physicians
Indiana University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to 5.25 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.

For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations please contact the IUSM CME office at 317-274-0104 or [email protected]. One week advance notice will allow us to provide seamless access. Please ensure to specify the accommodations you need in order to participate.

Friday, October 9, 2020

Exhibit Opportunity available! 

Interested in being an exhibitor then click the REGISTER tab to complete the form and payment.

MUST REGISTER AND PAY BY SEPTEMBER 18, 2020.

Exhibitor Rates: Standard single table for one-day conference: $1750

VIRTUAL EXHIBIT AMENITIES and GUIDELINES
a. Exhibits will be assigned to Zoom room. Learners choose to attend Zoom exhibits

b. Exhibitor identification signage, such as a table top sign, table runner, or banner, provided by the exhibitor, is permitted during the Virtual Exhibit.

c. Permission for two representatives to exhibit the product/service. A third representative can be added for an additional fee in the amount of $500. For more than three representatives, additional exhibits should be purchased.

d. A single set of program materials per Exhibitor (not per representative), if program materials have been created and distributed to attendees. However, in no event will IUSM CME provide a list of program attendees in program materials given to Exhibitors.

e. Permission to attend the educational activity, subject to the conditions set forth below: 
Exhibitors must not wear clothing or badges featuring company logos, trademarks, slogans, or promotional language.

  Exhibitors must not have virtual backgrounds that include company logos, trademarks, slogans or promotional language.

  Exhibitors must not include company name, slogans or promotional language in their virtual meeting participant name.

f. Acknowledgment at the activity. Pursuant to ACCME SCS 6.4, such acknowledgement will not contain the logo of any individual Exhibitor. Rather, the course director (or other CME representative) will acknowledge the exhibitors and the availability of the exhibit space generally for attendees who choose to visit it.

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For questions or technical issues, please contact [email protected] or 317-274-0104.

IMPORTANT: Specific information regarding logistics will be distributed 5 - 7 days prior to the activity date with detailed contact information.