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FSIE Intern Sarah McKay Presents at SAGES

9/11/2020

 
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FSIE Intern Sarah McKay was awarded a SAGES podium presentation for her work on long term outcomes after POEM. Sarah was an FSIE Summer intern in 2019 and stayed on with the research team to complete her ambitious project which is awaiting publication after a successful virtual presentation at this years annual meeting. Quite a feather in the cap of an already accomplished young woman! Sarah recently graduated magna cum laude from Oregon State University with a BS in Public Health. She currently works as a medical scribe at The Oregon Clinic as she prepares for medical school. Go Sarah!

Congratulations to our 2020 graduating fellows!

7/25/2020

 
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​Clinical research fellows have been an integral part of FSIE since our founding.  Typically, these fellows are sponsored by Providence Portland Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital, the Oregon Clinic or our industry partners. The 2019-2020 academic year blessed us with the great fortune of having 4 of our most outstanding fellows in the history of the program. These four surgeons remained the heart of FSIE activities demonstrating enthusiasm and dedication with ease and flexibility despite the unexpected events of 2020. They quickly adapted to weekly Zoom research meetings, journal clubs and clinical case conference. They masked up and kept the gears turning at the hospital. Despite these challenges, this group finished multiple manuscripts for publication, finished their programs and one (Dr Mueller) even completed her PhD! We are sad to see them go but excited to watch their careers blossom as they move on to their next adventure. They will always have a special place in our hearts as the Class of 2020!
 
Congratulations!
Dr. Brett Parker- Advanced GI-Foregut Surgical Fellow
Dr. Reid Fletcher-Advanced GI-Foregut Surgical Fellow
Dr. Ahmed Sharata- NOTES Clinical Research Fellow
Dr. Dolores Mueller- Foregut Research Fellow
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2019 Summer Intern Virtual Reunion

6/28/2020

 
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The gang got together this weekend for a virtual reunion! Although FSIE is sad to have had to cancel the summer internship this year, last year's interns remind us what a great program it is! Looking forward to the class of 2021! Thanks team! 

Congratulations Maria!

6/5/2020

 
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Former FSIE Intern Extraordinaire Maria Cassera graduated from OHSU School of Medicine and will be heading up to University of Washington for internal medicine residency where she will also continue to foster her research and education interests. She is a fast rising star in the medical field and we are so proud to be able to say "we knew her when". But don't take our word for it- check out her website at http://mariacassera.com. Maria is a remarkable human! Congrats! 

FSIE Supports SAGES FB Education During Pandemic

4/29/2020

 
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The annual SAGES meeting was postponed due to COVID-19 but the members carry on with several live educational seminars on Facebook. As ever devoted SAGES members, FSIE Board member Kevin Reavis along with former fellows Emily Speer (2015) and Ashwin Kurian (2013) supported the SAGES educational efforts by presenting during the live Alternatives to Nissen session this week to an enthusiastic audience. FSIE appreciates the dedication to education shown by SAGES during these times of virtual learning and social distancing. See you in Cleveland! 

FSIE Finally on IG!

4/11/2020

 
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One good thing about #stayhome is a chance to catch up on the long not urgent but wish you had time for to do list! Follow us @FSIEsurgery

​Stay Healthy!

FSIE Cancels Summer Programs

3/23/2020

 
Due to the COVID-19 crisis, FSIE will be cancelling all summer internships and programs including the Undergraduate and High School Internships. Hopefully there will be a POEM course in 2020 but will wait and see how the next few months go. Stay safe out there and virtually hug your health care professionals in your community. #stayhomeforus

IRCAD Silent Auction Item Redeemed by Former Fellows

3/6/2020

 
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​In 1994, IRCAD opened on the grounds of the University Hospital of Strasbourg, France. Since its creation, IRCAD has gained world renowned fame as a leading research and education institute. FSIE is grateful for our relationship with this prestigious institution. Each year founder and chief Prof. Jacques Marescaux generously donates two surgeon subscriptions for our annual silent auction at the FSIE Summer Celebration Fundraiser. This huge value is always a highly popular item! Last year’s lucky winners, former Foregut Fellows Dr Filippo Filicori and Dr Ahmed Zihni recently cashed in their IRCAD experience where they participated in hands-on courses (and a little karaoke we hear) and were hosted by FSIE President Dr Lee Swanstrom. Thank you IRCAD!
Find out more about IRCAD

FSIE In Maui!

2/15/2020

 
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​The 35th annual "Medical and Surgical Aspects of Esophageal & Foregut Disorders: Pathophysiology and Treatment" course was held this past week in the Island of Maui in Hawaii led by FSIE Innovations Team member and Program Director Dr Steven DeMeester.  The whole team was able to come soak up the knowledge and the sun (and a little rain) thanks to Dr Reavis who covered the service at home in PDX.  Fellows Dr Fletcher, Dr Reid and Dr Sharata all had the opportunity to present at the early risers sessions. Great job everyone! There was of course plenty of time for exploring and making connections despite Dr DeMeester’s very enthusiastic agenda (Steve- let’s stop by 12:30 next year!!) A great time was had by all!

​How many days until next year’s trip? 

​ALOHA!
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Cleveland Rocks!! Get Ready for Sages April 1-4 2020

12/17/2019

 
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR PRESENTERS
See tentative SAGES schedule below. Annual Swanstrom Fellow Party TBD
APRIL 1, 2020
 
Masters Foregut: Paraesophageal Hernia
Talk Title: Pre-recorded `Live` Surgery: Nissen Fundoplication
Presenter Christy Dunst
04/01/2020, 9:00:00 AM - 12:00:00 PM Room: Exhibit Hall B
 
Masters Foregut: Paraesophageal Hernia
Talk Title: Relaxing Incisions - How I Do It
Speaker Steve DeMeester
04/01/2020, 9:00:00 AM - 12:00:00 PM Room: Exhibit Hall B

SAGES AWARD Luncheon
Dr Brett Parker to receive the IRCAD Visiting Fellowship Award
12:00pm – 1:30pm
Huntington Convention Center, Cleveland OH
 
SS17 Foregut Endoscopy
Moderator Lee Swanstrom
4/1/202 14:30-15:30
 
Abstract Accepted: Can We Identify Patients Appropriate for Same Day Discharge After Laparoscopic Fundoplication?
Presenter: Brett C Parker, MD
Program Number: Program number will be assigned after your acceptance.
Session Name: Poster Session (Non CME)
Session Date: Wednesday, April 01, 2020 - Saturday, April 04, 2020
Session Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
 
April 2, 2020
 
Oh No It Slipped Again: Tips and Tricks to Managing Primary and Recurrent Hiatal Hernias
Talk Title: Chair
Session Chair Christy Dunst
04/02/2020, 7:30:00 AM - 9:00:00 AM Room: Grand Ballroom A
 
Oh No It Slipped Again: Tips and Tricks to Managing Primary and Recurrent Hiatal Hernias
Talk Title: Do It Right the First Time: Reducing Axial and Radial Tension
Speaker Steve DeMeester
04/02/2020, 7:30:00 AM - 9:00:00 AM Room: Grand Ballroom A
 
Esophageal Cancer: Updates in MIS and Endoluminal Management
Talk Title: Management of Stage T1b Esophageal Cancer: Current Role for Endoscopic Eradication Therapy vs Surgical Resection
Speaker Steve DeMeester
04/02/2020, 4:00:00 PM - 5:30:00 PM Room: Exhibit Hall B
 
Evolving Techniques in Revisional Bariatric Surgery
Title: The Endoscopic Weight Loss Procedure Failed - Can I Do a Definitive Surgical Procedure?
Speaker Kevin Reavis
04/02/2020 7:30-9:00 am
 
Video Accepted: Technique for Jejunojejunostomy
Presenter: Derek Dirks, MD
Program Number: Program number will be assigned after your acceptance.
Session Name: Video Loop Day 2
Session Date: Thursday, April 02, 2020
Session Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
 
April 3, 2020
 
"Mesh Should be Used Routinely During PEH Repair." This would be part of The Great Foregut Debate on 4/3 from 1:30 PM - 4 PM.
Great Foregut Debate
Talk Title: Management of Stage T1b Esophageal Cancer: Current Role for Endoscopic Eradication Therapy vs Surgical Resection
Speaker Steve DeMeester
04/02/2020, 4:00:00 PM - 5:30:00 PM Room: Exhibit Hall B

Video Accepted: Paraesophageal Hernia Repair with Truncal Vagotomy and Hill Gastroplasty Status Post Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass
Presenter: Derek Dirks, MD
Program Number: Program number will be assigned after your acceptance.
Session Name: Exhibit Hall Theater Session IV
Session Date: Friday, April 03, 2020
Session Time: 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
 
Video Accepted: It’s Huuuge! Trans-gastric Resection of Giant GIST
Presenter: Brett C Parker, MD
Program Number: Program number will be assigned after your acceptance.
Session Name: Masterpiece Theater
Session Date: Friday, April 03, 2020
Session Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
 
Video Accepted: Large Paraesophageal Hernia and Gastric Bypass
Presenter: Derek Dirks, MD
Program Number: Program number will be assigned after your acceptance.
Session Name: Video Loop Day 3
Session Date: Friday, April 03, 2020
Session Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Video Accepted: Endoscopic Submucosal Resection of a Symptomatic Esophageal Leiomyoma in No Man’s Land
Presenter: Reid Fletcher, MD
Program Number: Program number will be assigned after your acceptance.
Session Name: Exhibit Hall Theater Session III
Session Date: Friday, April 03, 2020
Session Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
 
April 4, 2020
 
Abstract Accepted: POEM PERSISTS! A SIX YEAR OUTCOME STUDY OF 100 PATIENTS
Presenter: Sarah C McKay, BS
Program Number: Program number will be assigned after your acceptance.
Session Name: Best Papers II
Session Date: Saturday, April 04, 2020
Session Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Abstract Accepted: Safety and Efficacy of LINX Dilation for Dysphagia
Presenter: Reid Fletcher, MD
Program Number: Program number will be assigned after your acceptance.
Session Name: Foregut Complications
Session Date: Saturday, April 04, 2020
Session Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM



International Scholar Dr Vishal Gupta spends time with FSIE in PDX

11/22/2019

 
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​FSIE was proud to host the American College of Surgeons 2019 International Guest Scholarship recipient Dr Vishal Gupta. Dr Gupta focuses on GI and HPB malignancies at the King George Medical University in Lucknow, India. His department is one of the very few in India that was established exclusively for the surgical management of GI Disorders. Dr Gupta spent two weeks with FSIE surgeons, observing cases, new technology, participating in complex foregut case conference and research meetings. It was our pleasure to meet our colleague, now friend, from India.  Thank you for coming, Dr Gupta!

FSIE Board goes to Tacorea

10/28/2019

 
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Lee Swanstrom, Christy Dunst and Kevin Reavis had a quick FSIE meeting at Tacorea while attending the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress meeting in San Francisco. Highly recommend! 
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Fall POEM Course

10/25/2019

 
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Special thanks to the FSIE team and sponsors for putting on another great course! Twelve participants learned POEM through an intensive hands-on lab and didactic day Thursday followed by live surgeries by Dr Kevin Reavis on Friday. The group also enjoyed a nice dinner at Altabira rooftop restaurant. A special thanks to John Day from ERBE who gave an excellent guest lecture about electrosurgery in the submucosal space. 

FSIE Launches youtube channel

10/20/2019

 
FSIE has moved all videos from the site to youtube to make it easier for people to view (the site was slow!) Check it out and subscribe! 
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FSIE Welcomes International Post-graduate Research Fellow, Dr Dolores Müller

10/6/2019

 
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Dr Dolores Müller is currently a surgical resident at the University of Cologne with extensive background in esophageal pathophysiology under the expert tutelage of Dr Hans Fuchs. She has presented her research at the German Society of Surgery and at SAGES among others. As a promising rising foregut star, she has been awarded a travel research scholarship through Restech to continue her work investigating laryngopharyngeal reflux and its impact on patient health. She will be spending 1-2 years in Portland as our FSIE post-graduate research fellow collaborating on various projects and observing operative techniques. FSIE is thrilled to have her as part of our research team! 
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