2025 Frontiers in Gastroenterology: Conference for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals

Saturday, March 22, 2025, 7:00 AM - 4:35 PM PST, Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City, Universal City, CA


Elevate your nursing practice with our exclusive educational program, designed to benefit professionals across all specialties. Whether you are in GI nursing or in other fields, this is your opportunity to connect with peers, broaden your expertise, and expand your professional network in a dynamic, collaborative setting. The 2025 conference will explore cutting-edge topics such as advancements in pancreatic cancer management, pediatric gastroenterology, GERD, bariatric endoscopy, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Attendees will also learn about the role of artificial intelligence, new diagnostic tools for motility disorders, pediatric IBD care,  insights from the 2024 DDW, GLP-1 in GI endoscopy, and more. This seminar will keep practitioners at the forefront of GI nursing. Take this opportunity to enhance your expertise, stay at the forefront of the latest advancements, and forge lasting professional connections. Register now to secure your spot and unlock a world of knowledge and growth for your nursing career.

1. Identify and apply the latest diagnostic tools and management strategies for early detection and treatment of pancreatic cancer to improve patient outcomes.
2. Differentiate the unique physiological and anatomical considerations in pediatric gastroenterology and implement tailored treatment strategies for pediatric patients.
3. Evaluate and integrate the latest innovations in the treatment of GERD and Barrett’s esophagus to enhance patient care and reduce disease progression.
4. Assess the effectiveness of bariatric endoscopy and other minimally invasive treatments for obesity and metabolic syndrome, and apply these techniques to appropriate patient populations.
5. Implement recent advances in the management of hepatocellular carcinoma to optimize treatment outcomes and prolong patient survival.
6. Integrate artificial intelligence technologies into clinical practice to enhance diagnostic accuracy and procedural outcomes in gastroenterology.
7. Utilize advanced diagnostic tools like manometry to accurately diagnose and effectively treat gastrointestinal motility disorders.
8. Apply the latest evidence-based strategies in the care of pediatric patients with IBD to improve disease management and quality of life.
9. Analyze key findings from the 2024 DDW conference and incorporate them into clinical practice to stay current with the latest advancements in gastroenterology.
10. Examine the impact of drug intoxication on donor selection and transplantation outcomes, and develop strategies to optimize donor utilization.
11. Evaluate the challenges and considerations of luminal stenting in GI endoscopy or apply learnings from case studies to improve endoscopic decision-making and patient care.
12. Develop safe and effective anesthesia strategies for GI endoscopy in patients using GLP-1 agonists, addressing potential challenges and impacts on patient care.
13. Discuss current regulatory, accreditation, and legal opinions on patient transportation issues post-endoscopy procedures.

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In-Person Fees
Healthcare Professionals (Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, PA, and others): $200
GI Lab Associates (GI Technician, Surgical Technician, CNA): $130

Onsite Fees:
Healthcare Professionals (Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, PA, and others): $225
GI Lab Associates (GI Technician, Surgical Technician, CNA): $155

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Refund Policy:
All cancellations must be submitted in writing and refunds will be subject to an administrative charge. To view the policy, click here. Please e-mail cancellation request to [email protected]. If you do not receive confirmation of your cancellation via e-mail, please call (310) 423-5548. 

In support of improving patient care, Cedars-Sinai is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

CREDIT REPORTING TO ACCREDITING BODIES AND BOARDS:

To ensure the Cedars-Sinai CME Office is able to accurately report your CE, MOC points and other credit types when offered, you must do the following before earning the credits/points:

• Log into your account in the CME Portal: https://cedars.cloud-cme.com/
• Select MyCME, then Profile. Then update your profile with your birth month and day, and as appropriate complete the MOC, Credentials and/or State License sections. Please be sure to click Submit when complete. Points/other credit types will not be awarded retrospectively.

DESIGNATION OF CREDIT:

AMA for Physicians: Cedars-Sinai designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AMA Attendance for Non-Physicians: Attendance credit will be provided to other health care professionals upon the fulfillment of attendance requirements. Participants should ensure in advance that their credentialing or licensing organization accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

ANCC Credit for Nurses: This activity is approved for 7.00 ANCC contact hours.

California Board of Registered Nurses: Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 664, for 7.00 contact hours.

American Board of Certification for Gastroenterology Nurses: According to the criteria of the American Board of Certification for Gastroenterology Nurses (ABCGN), the approved hours in this activity are considered GI Specific for the purpose of recertification by contact hours through the ABCGN. (G.I. Specific Category Approved: 1, Hours Approved: 7.0)

Interprofessional Continuing Education: This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team and learners will receive 7.00 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit(s) for learning and change.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ (MD, DO) (7.00 hours), ANCC (7.00 hours), California Board of Registered Nursing (7.00 hours), IPCE (7.00 hours), Non-Physician AMA Attendance (7.00 hours)

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We have secured a special discounted rate for our attendees at the Hilton Universal Hotel.
Details will be provided in your registration confirmation.
Availability is limited. Be sure to book soon to secure your room!

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Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Cedars-Sinai adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Saturday, March 22, 2025