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¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï at DDW. DDW 2026. Digestive Disease Week.

11th ABE Annual Course

May 1, 2026, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

*US Central Time

Course Directors:
Andrew C. Storm, MD
Eduardo G. Hourneaux de Moura, MD, PhD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï
Rakesh Kalapala, MD, DNB, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï
Vivek Kumbhari, MBChB, PhD
Violeta Popov, MD, PhD

Location:
Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL

Explore the cutting-edge world of Endoscopic Bariatric and Metabolic Therapies (EBMTs) in this engaging half-day workshop. Led by global experts, this program will guide you through the latest advancements in EBMTs and offer practical strategies for integrating these therapies into your practice. This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to be at the forefront of EBMT innovation by featuring interactive sessions, global insights, and real-world scenarios. 

Complimentary access for ABE members.

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Participants will be able to:

  • Review the latest advancements in endoscopic bariatric and metabolic therapies (EBMTs), including emerging technologies and techniques, and evaluate their clinical significance in the evolving landscape of obesity and metabolic diseases
  • Employ evidence-based strategies for patient selection, procedural planning, and outcome enhancement, bolstered by real-world case studies and global best practices
  • Integrate EBMTs into clinical and multidisciplinary care pathways, addressing operational, workflow, and adoption challenges that are essential to the sustainable expansion of programs
  • Examine international perspectives and innovations in EBMT delivery to gain insights into global trends, regulatory considerations, and forthcoming developments that impact the field
  • Enhance clinical decision-making and technical proficiency through interactive learning experiences, featuring expert-led discussions and practical scenarios designed to transform innovations into applicable skills

Course Directors

Andrew C. Storm, MD

Mayo Clinic

Rochester, MN

Eduardo G. Hourneaux de Moura, MD, PhD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Eduardo G. Hourneaux de Moura, MD, PhD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

University of Sao Paulo Medical School

São Paulo, BRAZIL

Rakesh Kalapala, MD, DNB, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Rakesh Kalapala, MD, DNB, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Asian Institute of Gastroenterology

Hyderbad, INDIA

Vivek Kumbhari, MBChB, PhD

Mayo Clinic

Jacksonville, FL

Violeta Popov, MD, PhD

New York University Medical Center

New York, NY

Faculty

Ahmed Dirweesh, MD

Ahmed Dirweesh, MD

University of Minnesota Medical Center

Minneapolis, MN

Ian M. Greenberg, MD

Ian M. Greenberg, MD

Dallas Methodist Hospital

Dallas, TX

Mayada Ismail, MD

Temple University Hospital

Philadelphia, PA

Thomas R. McCarty, MD, MPH

Houston Methodist Gastroenterology

Houston, TX

Marianna T. Papademetriou, MD

Washington, D.C. VA Medical Center

Washington, D.C.

Raj Shah, MD

Raj Shah, MD

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Columbus, OH

Steve Siegal, MD

Steve Siegal, MD

General Surgery Institute

Fort Meyers, FL

Michael Ujiki, MD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

North Shore University Health System

Evanston, IL

May 1, 2026

Print Agenda

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

EBMT and Management of Metabolic Disorders

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Session: Future of Endoscopic Gastric Remodeling

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

EBMT in Practice: Case Presentations and Discussion

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

A Year in Review: Emerging Devices and Notable Publications

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