Training in Bariatric and Metabolic Endoscopic Therapies.

Author: Pichamol JIRAPINYO ¹ ; Christopher C THOMPSON
Author Information

1. Division of Gastroenterology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA. cthompson@hms.harvard.edu
Publication Type:Review
Keywords: Endoscopic bariatric and metabolic therapies; EBMT; Bariatric; Metabolic; Training
MeSH: Bariatric Surgery; Drug Therapy; Endoscopy; Life Style
From:Clinical Endoscopy 2018;51(5):430-438
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:English
Abstract: Bariatric endoscopy is an emerging subspecialty for gastroenterologists encompassing a broad array of procedures including primary endoscopic bariatric and metabolic therapies and the treatment of complications of bariatric surgery. In addition, comprehensive understanding of lifestyle intervention and pharmacotherapy are essential to successful outcomes. This review summarizes goals and steps of training for this emerging field.