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Tips for the Budding Esophagologist
Felice Schnoll-Sussman1, Philip O Katz2
1Weill-Cornell Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Jay Monahan Center for Gastrointestinal Health, New York City, NY, USA. phk9009@med.cornell.edu.
Current Gastroenterology Reports
|December 9, 2019
Summary
This review offers guidance for gastroenterologists interested in esophagology. It covers developing skills in diagnosing and treating esophageal diseases, including tips for aspiring esophagologists.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophagology
Background:
- Gastroenterology is evolving with emerging subspecialties.
- Esophagology is a growing area of interest within gastroenterology.
- Advances in medical therapy, diagnostics, and endoscopic treatments drive this expansion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of esophagology.
- To guide clinicians in developing expertise in esophageal disease diagnosis and treatment.
- To offer practical tips for practitioners entering the field of esophagology.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on competency criteria for esophageal diagnostics.
- Detailed discussion of skill development in esophagology.
- Inclusion of practical advice for new specialists.
Main Results:
- Existing literature provides competency criteria for esophageal manometry.
- This article synthesizes options for skill acquisition in esophageal disease management.
- Specific "tips for the budding esophagologist" are presented.
Conclusions:
- Esophagology represents a significant and expanding superspecialty within gastroenterology.
- Developing expertise in esophagology requires a multifaceted approach to training and skill development.
- This review serves as a valuable resource for gastroenterologists seeking to advance their practice in esophageal medicine.
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