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ForwardRequired to Select One: Saturday Morning Concurrent Sessions, 7:25 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. - Live (in-person)
Course Director: Cadman L. Leggett, M.D.
Course Co-Directors: Jennifer L. Horsley-Silva, M.D., Karthik Ravi, M.D., and Herbert C. Wolfsen, M.D.
Saturday, December 5, 2026 - Arizona
This interactive course delivers practical, up‑to‑date insights into rapidly advancing esophageal care. Engaging case‑based sessions, hands‑on opportunities, dynamic faculty guidance, and real‑time discussion highlight key developments in diagnostics and endoscopic therapy for immediate clinical application.
Includes Saturday Morning Concurrent Sessions:
- Hands-on workshop for Endoscopic Mucosal Resection, Cryotherapy, Techniques of Endoscopic Closure Devices, Techniques of Esophageal Stent Placement, Radiofrequency Ablation, Esophageal Laboratory Testing. (Available for Live In-person Attendees Only)
- Special Advanced Practice Provider Session - Updates in the Diagnosis & Management of Esophageal Disorders (Live & Livestream)
Target Audience
This course is designed for practicing gastroenterologists, fellows and residents in gastroenterology. Thoracic surgeons, otolaryngologists and pulmonologists, as well as other healthcare professionals with an interest in esophageal diseases may benefit from this program.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe long term management strategies for eosinophilic esophagitis, including approaches to remission and maintenance therapy.
- Differentiate gastroesophageal reflux from other esophageal and functional disorders using an evidence based framework.
- Summarize emerging therapies and current evidence relevant to the management of gastroesophageal reflux.
- Appraise emerging technologies for Barrett’s esophagus screening and risk stratification.
- Identify key technical principles involved in endoscopic eradication therapy for Barrett’s esophagus.
- Interpret high resolution manometry and impedance planimetry findings to guide evaluation of esophageal motility disorders.
- Evaluate indications, technical considerations, and outcomes associated with POEM for achalasia and obstructive motility disorders.
- Review technical principles of endoscopic submucosal dissection and submucosal tunneling techniques in the management of esophageal neoplasia.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Lodging
Rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests for discounted rates starting at $249/night. In order to receive the special rates, reservations must be made before November 10, 2026, or before the room block fills. Room reservations after are based on space and rate availability. Please identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Clinic Esophageal course to receive the special rates. Additional taxes will apply.
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Daily Resort Fee ($35):
The daily resort fee of $35 per room per night for all attendees staying at the resort includes the following:
- Overnight self-parking
- Gratuities for bellman, pool attendants, on property shuttle drivers
- Daily newspaper upon request
- Two bottled waters in guestroom
- Guest room high speed internet
- Access to the Boulders Spa, including fitness classes
Travel
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant. Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development is not responsible for expenses incurred by an individual who is not confirmed and for whom space is not available at the meeting. Costs incurred by the registration such as airline or hotel fees are the responsibility of the registrant.
Course Director: Cadman L. Leggett, M.D.
Course Co-Directors: Jennifer L. Horsley-Silva, M.D., Karthik Ravi, M.D., and Herbert C. Wolfsen, M.D.
Credit will be given at the Live (in-person) session
Before registering, please update your profile.
To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled.
The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.
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