Cedars-Sinai International Endoscopy Symposium

The Cedars-Sinai International Endoscopy Symposium will be held in cooperation with multiple major endoscopy centers in North America, Europe and Asia. For the 25^th year, this signature course will offer an intensive and comprehensive review of pancreatic and biliary endoscopy for the benefit of gastroenterologists, gastroenterology fellows and gastroenterology nurses and technicians. This year’s program will feature focused educational tracks as well as an optional Thursday-only program in advanced luminal endoscopy and a Friday-morning optional radiation safety in digital fluoroscopy. The program will include invited expert faculty who will perform multiple live EUS and ERCP procedures to demonstrate techniques and technology for the benefit of participants watching the live feed in the Cedars-Sinai auditorium.

To reinforce skills and obtain more personalized educational content, attendees may participate in hands-on workshops designed for GI Fellows and GI nurses. The optional radiation safety course will provide attendees with 4 credit hours needed for renewal of their California Fluoroscopy Supervisor’s license. In addition to the live procedure video feeds, symposium faculty will present the latest and most relevant information on pancreatic and biliary endoscopy using a variety of traditional formats, including lectures, panel discussions, case review, and Q&A. Balanced viewpoints, special techniques, and practical clinical approaches will be highlighted throughout the program.

This year’s special symposium features:

• Eleven hours of ERCP procedure demonstrations, telecast live from Cedars-Sinai

• Radiation safety course that satisfies new California requirements for earning 4 of 10 CE credits every two years to support the safe and effective clinical uses of fluoroscopy

• Over twenty clinically coherent and carefully chosen didactic topics

• Current literature review, including significant findings pertaining to ERCP and EUS

• Ample time for questions and discussion throughout the program with colleagues and faculty

• Case conference to apply technical skill to challenging clinical scenarios

• GI Fellows and Nurses workshops and lectures

• Optional advanced luminal endoscopy program on Thursday

Our renowned international faculty will bring their unique knowledge and excitement to share with you on January 25-28, 2018!

1. Identify areas in patient management where pancreatic and biliary quality indicators should be utilized and determine which evidence-based ERCP and EUS patient safety measures should be implemented
2. Identify the latest updates in the diagnosis and management of patients with pancreaticobiliary diseases
3. Describe the proper indications and use of new ERCP-related technologies and techniques
4. Identify methods to detect and assess tumors and cysts of the pancreas and biliary tract and select the most appropriate endoscopic and treatment modality
5. Enhance knowledge of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of digestive diseases for which endoscopic procedures are indicated and evaluate techniques and technologies currently utilized in the field
6. Explore training, research, and career opportunities for interventional fellows with colleagues and expert faculty
7. Discuss current and emerging diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in GI endoscopy and their application in GI nursing
8. Discuss methods to improve ERCP and EUS scope cleanliness to prevent infection outbreaks
9. Apply best practices to minimize patient radiation dose during fluoroscopy and avoid the chance of skin injury during extended fluoroscopic procedures

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED !!

Received after 1/5/2018
Physician Options:
Full Conference PLUS Friday Morning Radiation Safety program:        $880.00
Full Conference (EXCLUDES Friday Morning Radiation Safety program):        $795.00
THURSDAY ONLY:    $125.00

Non-physician Options:
Full Conference:        $575.00
THURSDAY ONLY:    $125.00

Resident/Fellow Options:
Full Conference:        $575.00
THURSDAY ONLY:    $125.00

To Pay by Check:

Complete the online registration, continue to the payment section and select “I will separately be mailing a check for my registration.”

Mail payment (with checks made payable to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center) to:

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Office of Continuing Medical Education
Attn: Registrations
8797 Beverly Boulevard, #250
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Check must be received two weeks before the course.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to cancel or reschedule programs due to circumstances beyond its control, or close registration when programs are oversubscribed. Registrants are advised against purchasing non-refundable airline tickets until they receive confirmation from the CSMC Office of CME. Cedars-Sinai is not responsible for penalties incurred as a result of cancelled transportation fees. Written requests for cancellation must be sent to [email protected] and should be received by Friday, January 12, 2018. A partial refund, less a $100 handling fee, will be issued following the meeting. After January 12, 2018, no refunds will be given.

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.


Credit Designation Statement
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 35.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Sofitel Los Angeles
8555 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-278-5444

CSMC has arranged for a block of rooms at the Sofitel Los Angeles, at special conference rates:

ROOM TYPE ROOM RATE/NIGHT
Superior King $279 + Tax
Superior Double $299 + Tax
Luxury King $299 + Tax

The room block and special rates are available until Thursday, January 11, 2018, at which time the conference rate can no longer be guaranteed. There are instances where the room block sells out prior to the cut-off date, so please register for the conference and make your hotel reservations early.

To make reservations, please call 310-278-5444. Be sure to tell the reservation agent that you are attending the Pancreatic and Biliary Endoscopy Symposium in order to guarantee the special rate. All reservations must be guaranteed and accompanied by a first night’s room deposit, or guaranteed with a major credit card

Commercial Support is pending. 

This year, we have limited the number of vendors to ensure maximum visibility to those that choose to participate. Online registration is now open and will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to limited spaces, please register early to ensure maximum visibility of your investment.

Online Registration

Please note that registration is a 2 step process.

Part 1: Registration

Click here to register as an exhibitor

Part 2: Payment

To be completed after Part 1

In order to complete Part 2 of your exhibit registration and ensure your exhibit space is reserved, please access the below link to provide payment information. You will need to create an account in the CME portal and proceed to process payment to finalize your exhibit registration.

Click here to login and pay

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum Sponsor: $6,500 (One space available)

•Premiere booth location, next to registration desk in atrium
•Additional space allocated near table for large equipment/displays Note: Further equipment shipment information will be provided several weeks before the symposium. 
•One large (1) eight-foot table (8’ x 3’) for all four days of the conference 
•Complimentary registration for five (5)
•Top billing on posters thanking our exhibitors


Gold Sponsor: $5,000 (Three spaces available)

•Prime booth location in atrium
•Additional space allocated near table for large equipment/displays Note: Further equipment shipment information will be provided several weeks before the symposium. 
•One (1) eight-foot table (8’ x 1 1/2’) for all four days of the conference
•Complimentary registration for three (3)
•Second billing on posters thanking our exhibitors 


Silver Sponsor: $4,000 (Ten spaces available)

•Optimal booth location for tabletop vendor – in room across from the auditorium Note: Table-top exhibits only; extra space around the table will not allocated for equipment/special displays. 
•One (1) six-foot table (6’ x 3’) for all four days of the conference
•Complimentary registration for two (2)
•Third billing on posters thanking our exhibitors