Where Do We Go from Here: Transforming Teaching Endoscopy Knowledge Using the Expert Performance Approach

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Medical Education
• Endoscopic Training

Background:

• Traditional endoscopy education often focuses on theoretical knowledge.
• There is a need for practical, skill-based training in managing complex gastrointestinal conditions.
• Flat neoplasms and malignant polyps present unique management challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate a novel, skills-based endoscopy training workshop.
• To assess the impact of the workshop on gastroenterologists' knowledge and self-efficacy.
• To determine participant satisfaction and the relevance of the training.

Main Methods:

• A 5-hour international workshop was conducted at Digestive Disease Week 2025.
• The workshop utilized expert performance cognitive task analysis, case-based simulation, and interactive polling.
• A single-group pre-post design was employed to measure outcomes.

Main Results:

• Participant knowledge increased significantly from 67.9% to 84.0% (P<.001; d = 1.34).
• Self-efficacy improved in both recognition and performance domains.
• Participants reported high levels of satisfaction and perceived relevance.

Conclusions:

• The innovative training approach effectively enhanced gastroenterologists' skills.
• This workshop model supports scalable, evidence-based endoscopy education.
• The findings advocate for practical, simulation-based training in gastroenterology practice.