Description
The World Endoscopy Organization (WEO) actively collaborates with healthcare entities in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region to advance endoscopic practices and improve gastrointestinal healthcare. Through partnerships with medical institutions, professional societies, and practitioners, WEO fosters knowledge exchange, facilitates training programs, and supports research initiatives. These collaborations aim to enhance endoscopic skills, promote standardized practices, and contribute to the overall improvement of digestive health services in the GCC countries. The shared commitment to advancing endoscopy underscores WEO's dedication to fostering global collaborations for the benefit of patients and healthcare professionals in the field.
Summary Listen
- Dr. Kander Doo, co-chair of the World Endoscopy Organization (WEO) Outreach committee, presented the organization's mission to be the world leader in endoscopic education, promoting high standards and quality. The WEO serves as an umbrella organization encompassing various regional endoscopy societies across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Collaborative relationships exist with prominent societies like ASGE, offering services like education, guidelines, and conferences.
- The WEO Outreach committee focuses on providing services tailored to local requests, which can range from basic endoscopy training to building comprehensive GI units. Training involves doctors, nurses, and techs, covering both in-person sessions and telementoring. The organization is also exploring virtual reality and augmented virtual reality training and facilitates rotations in hepatology, IBD, and motility disorders. Emphasis is placed on maintaining standards of care after training through follow-ups.
- Research is a significant component, with multiple ongoing projects worldwide. The WEO can provide statistical support and other resources. Sandy Thompson's database is offered to centers in Africa, with published manuscripts in the Lancet GI. Conferences are supported, including potential joint symposia at DDW. Local conferences can use the WEO logo under certain conditions.
- WEO offers a Center of Excellence certification to well-established centers capable of training others. WEO assists in establishing connections between institutions and individuals, facilitating collaborations and opportunities. Dr. Hannah Brera shared her experience in Rwanda as a program director for a GI fellowship program, emphasizing the impact of collaborations with Dr. Doo and WEO.
- Dr. Mahmud Omar, co-chair of the WEO Outreach Committee in the Middle East, discussed activities in the region, including establishing a representative committee and accrediting training centers. There are plans to establish an ambassador program to send experts to poorly served areas. Research is a priority, with opportunities to join existing research groups. Individual membership in WEO is encouraged.
- Dr. Janan presented innovations in ERCP and EUS, focusing on axio stenting for pancreatic fluid collections and gallbladder drainage. Technical and clinical outcomes, controversies, and timing of stent removal were discussed. Other applications of axio stenting, such as gastrostomy and addressing complications like candy cane syndrome, were explored. Colangioscopy/pancreatoscopy and RFA treatment were also discussed.
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About the Speakers
Kulwinder Dua
Professor in the Department of Medicine and Pediatric (Gastroenterology) and professor in the School of Graduate Studies at the Medical College of Wisconsin
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