Module IV Gastroenterology: The Crossroads of Health

February 25, 2022 to February 27, 2022
This module focuses on comprehensive metabolic, functional, and nutritional approaches to gastrointestinal disorders. Findings indicate that 70 percent of the immune system is located in the GI tract, which is why the role of optimal gut function is critical for proper immune system regulation. Many other neurotransmitters and nutrients are also produced in the gut such as serotonin and melatonin. Many disorders have a link to GI tract and microbiome. This module explores the latest scientific advances in various common gut disorders such SIBO, IBD, eosinophilic esophagitis, MCAS, GERD, liver disorders and many more. Come learn the latest research and a system’s biology approach and new tools to help your patients with these common disorders.

Target Audience

This course is designed for physicians (internal medicine, family medicine, endocrinologists, general medicine, and OB-GYN), pharmacists, physician assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals interested in learning about the advancements of preventative and anti-aging medicine.

Learning Objectives

  • Review the various functions of the GI tract as they relate to barrier, motility, and immune function
  • Analyze the importance of the gastrointestinal tract in relation to autoimmunity
  • Identify how biomes communicate
  • Discuss IBD and other immune disorders of the GI tract
  • Review the data on link between post-infectious IBS and SIBO
  • Review causes and treatment to small intestinal fungal overgrowth
  • Evaluate the role of diet and antibiotics in the management of gastrointestinal dysfunction
  • Discuss the benefits of pre- and probiotics, pre- and probiotic foods and fermented foods
  • Discuss the importance of microbial diversity in the gut
  • Recall common gastrointestinal and immune system complaints through the DIG-IN acronym
  • Review advanced laboratory testing options for mal-absorption, intestinal permeability, and nutritional assessment
  • Explain the Gut/Brain/Microbiome connection
  • Discuss natural interventions for GERD/GORD
  • Review the exocrine function with bile acids, digestive enzymes, and sterolbiome

Additional Information

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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 24.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 24.00 Completion
Course opens: 
02/25/2022
Course expires: 
12/31/2024
Event starts: 
02/25/2022 - 7:30am EST
Event ends: 
02/27/2022 - 5:30pm EST
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This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 24.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 24.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • 24.00 Completion
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