Procedures

Trainees will understand the appropriate indications, risks, and benefits of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Know how to determine placement of a pH probe by using an established formula and reviewing x-rays, and analyze pH probe results
Know how to interpret Breath Hydrogen tests
Know how to perform an anorectal manometry
Demonstrate proficiency in the following procedures:
rectal biopsy
percutaneous liver biopsy
straightforward diagnostic upper endoscopy, including endoscopy with pancreatic stimulation
Demonstrate the ability to perform the following with some assistance from the supervising Attending:
endoscopic foreign body removal
endoscopic variceal banding/sclerotherapy
endoscopic electrocautery to control bleeding
endoscopic dilatation of esophageal strictures
percutaneous gastrostomy tube placement
completion of a colonoscopy including intubation of the ileocecal valve
polypectomy
Recognize endoscopic abnormalities