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Training in bariatric and metabolic endoscopy.
Andrea Spota1, Giovanni Guglielmo Laracca2, Silvana Perretta3
1Scuola di Specializzazione in Chirurgia Generale, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milano, Italy.
Therapeutic Advances in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
|June 30, 2020
Summary
Bariatric endoscopy offers a vital alternative for obesity management. Training is shifting from apprenticeship to simulation-based methods, enhancing professional development in this evolving field.
Area of Science:
- Medical Endoscopy
- Bariatric Medicine
- Surgical Training
Background:
- Limited bariatric surgery penetration and pharmacological therapy outcomes necessitate alternative obesity treatments.
- Bariatric endoscopy is crucial for managing complications and weight regain post-surgery.
- The growing importance of endoscopy in obesity care demands specialized professional training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current bariatric endoscopy training methods.
- To analyze existing training programs and curricula.
- To explore future trends in bariatric endoscopy education.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of bariatric endoscopy training.
- Analysis of simulation-based training platforms (mechanical, ex vivo, in vivo, VR).
- Examination of dedicated bariatric core curricula.
Main Results:
- Apprenticeship is being replaced by simulation-based training.
- Various simulation platforms are available for bariatric endoscopy.
- Dedicated bariatric curricula are emerging.
Conclusions:
- Simulation-based training is the future of bariatric endoscopy education.
- Standardized curricula and advanced simulation tools are needed.
- Enhanced training will improve patient outcomes in obesity management.
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