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ForwardAdvanced Cholecystectomy and Biliary Tract Stones 2027
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Course Directors: Irving A. Jorge, M.D., Megan H. Nelson, M.D., and Devendra C. Joshi, M.B.B.S., M.D.
January 15 - 16, 2027 - Mayo Clinic Franke Education Center - Phoenix, Arizona
This course will review current approaches to biliary disease management, including diagnostic imaging, endoscopic and interventional therapies, and laparoscopic and robotic common bile duct exploration. Participants will learn evidence-based strategies for managing complex biliary conditions, preventing complications, improving patient outcomes, and developing successful biliary surgery programs.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $875 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $700 |
Target Audience
This course is designed for physicians, residents, fellows, scientists, researchers and PhDs.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Interpret imaging and diagnostic studies used in the evaluation and management of biliary disease.
- Compare surgical, endoscopic, and interventional treatment options for cholecystitis, choledocholithiasis, and complex biliary disorders.
- Apply evidence-based techniques for laparoscopic and robotic common bile duct exploration, including the use of intraoperative imaging and advanced biliary instrumentation.
- Recognize and manage complications of biliary surgery while employing strategies to preserve bile duct integrity in challenging cases.
- Develop management approaches for special patient populations and patients with gallbladder polyps or incidental gallbladder cancer.
- Evaluate the clinical and operational considerations for implementing and sustaining a comprehensive biliary surgery program.
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.
Advanced Cholecystectomy and Biliary Tract Stones 2027 | ||
Mayo Clinic Phoenix, Arizona | ||
Franke Education Center & Waugh Auditorium | ||
Day 1 | Friday, January 15, 2027 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Continental Breakfast, and Exhibits | |
7:45 AM | Welcome and Introductions | |
Session I: Biliary Imaging Moderator: Motoyo Yano, M.D., Ph.D. | ||
8:00 AM | Pre-Operative Biliary Ultrasound HIDA Scans Maitray D. Patel, M.D. | |
8:10 AM | CT Scan in Cholecystitis | |
8:40 AM | Biliary Tract MRCP Motoyo Yano, M.D., Ph.D. | |
9:00 AM | Introduction to Fluoroscopy and Cholangiograms Matthew B. Bloom, M.D. | |
9:20 AM | Intraoperative Ultrasound Steven P. Bowers, M.D. | |
9:40 AM | Panel Discussion and Q&A Session Faculty | |
10:00 AM | AM Break & Exhibits | |
Session II: Multi-Disciplinary Approach to The Complex Patient Moderator: TBC | ||
10:30 AM | Role of ERCP in Complex Biliary Stone Management and Endoscopic Alternatives in the Non-Surgical Patients TBC | |
10:50 AM | Cholecystostomy Tubes Management and IR Options for Non-Surgical Patients Alex Wallace, M.D. | |
11:10 AM | Cholecystitis in Cirrhotics Blanca C. Lizaola-Mayo, M.D. | |
11:40 AM | TBC TBC | |
11:50 AM | Panel Discussion and Q&A Session Presenters | |
12:10 PM | Lunch & Exhibits | |
12:10 PM | Optional Product Theater: Company 1 (no CME credit) Location: | |
Session III: CBDE Moderator: Devendra C. Joshi, M.B.B.S., M.D. | ||
1:10 PM | Step-up Approach to CBDE TBC | |
1:35 PM | Balloons and Wires - Then, When and Hows TBC | |
1:50 PM | Choledochoscopy - Then, When and Hows TBC | |
2:10 PM | Comolications TBC | |
2:30 PM | Panel Discussion and Q&A Session Faculty | |
2:50 PM | Recap | |
3:10 PM | Adjourn | |
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Day 2 | Saturday, January 16, 2027 | |
7:15 AM | Breakfast & Exhibits | |
7:55 AM | Announcements | |
Session IV: Finance Moderator: TBC | ||
8:00 AM | Evidence Behind CBDE, Building Your Program and Value Analysis TBC | |
8:20 AM | Presenting Your Case Simulation: Shark Tank with the C-suite! | |
8:30 AM | Shark Tank Debrief and Securing Support from the C-suite | |
9:00 AM | TBC TBC | |
9:20 AM | Q&A Session Presenters | |
9:40 AM | Panel Discussion and Q&A Session Faculty | |
10:00 AM | AM Break and Exhibits | |
Session V: Safe Chole Moderator: Irving A. Jorge, M.D. | ||
10:30 AM | Preserving the Bile Duct in Challenging Gallbladders | |
10:50 AM | Evaluation and Management of Gallbladder Polyps and Incidental Cancer During Cholecystectomy | |
11:10 AM | Robotic IOC, CBDE, US TBC | |
11:30 AM | TBC TBC | |
11:50 AM | Panel Discussion and Q&A Session Presenters | |
12:10 PM | Lunch and Exhibits | |
12:10 PM | Optional Product Theater: Company 2 (no CME credit) Location: | |
Session VI: Simulation Sessions Moderator: | ||
1:10 PM | Choledocoscopy 1 Faculty: Megan H. Nelson, M.D., Pei-Wen Lim, M.D., Devendra Chandra Joshi, M.B.B.S., M.D., Irving A. Jorge, M.D., Zhi Ven Fong, M.D., Dr.PH., Pete F. Johnston, M.D., Steven P. Bowers, M.D., Maggie E. Bosley, M.D., and Matthew B. Bloom, M.D. | |
1:35 PM | Choledocoscopy 2 Faculty: Megan H. Nelson, M.D., Pei-Wen Lim, M.D., Devendra Chandra Joshi, M.B.B.S., M.D., Irving A. Jorge, M.D., Zhi Ven Fong, M.D., Dr.PH., Pete F. Johnston, M.D., Steven P. Bowers, M.D., Maggie E. Bosley, M.D., and Matthew B. Bloom, M.D. | |
2:00 PM | Choledocoscopy 3 Faculty: Megan H. Nelson, M.D., Pei-Wen Lim, M.D., Devendra Chandra Joshi, M.B.B.S., M.D., Irving A. Jorge, M.D., Zhi Ven Fong, M.D., Dr.PH., Pete F. Johnston, M.D., Steven P. Bowers, M.D., Maggie E. Bosley, M.D., and Matthew B. Bloom, M.D. | |
2:25 PM | TBC TBC | |
2:50 PM | Wires and Balloons Faculty: Megan H. Nelson, M.D., Pei-Wen Lim, M.D., Devendra Chandra Joshi, M.B.B.S., M.D., Irving A. Jorge, M.D., Zhi Ven Fong, M.D., Dr.PH., Pete F. Johnston, M.D., Steven P. Bowers, M.D., Maggie E. Bosley, M.D., and Matthew B. Bloom, M.D. | |
3:15 PM | Robotic 1 Faculty: Megan H. Nelson, M.D., Pei-Wen Lim, M.D., Devendra Chandra Joshi, M.B.B.S., M.D., Irving A. Jorge, M.D., Zhi Ven Fong, M.D., Dr.PH., Pete F. Johnston, M.D., Steven P. Bowers, M.D., Maggie E. Bosley, M.D., and Matthew B. Bloom, M.D. | |
3:40 PM | Ultrasound 1 Faculty: Megan H. Nelson, M.D., Pei-Wen Lim, M.D., Devendra Chandra Joshi, M.B.B.S., M.D., Irving A. Jorge, M.D., Zhi Ven Fong, M.D., Dr.PH., Pete F. Johnston, M.D., Steven P. Bowers, M.D., Maggie E. Bosley, M.D., and Matthew B. Bloom, M.D. | |
4:05 PM | Session Debrief Session Faculty | |
4:20 PM | Adjourn | |
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
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Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science 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 Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day Attended: | Credits: |
|---|---|
| Friday | 5.50 |
| Saturday | 6.50 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 12.00 Attendance
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $875 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $700 |
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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.
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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.
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