The American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: Gastroenterology Update for the Hepatologist

Description

Planned in partnership with the American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, this update provides the hepatology specialist with guidance on the management of common gastrointestinal challenges when caring for patients with decompensated cirrhosis. Presenters review the latest evidence in the management of complex liver diseases including key challenges in endohepatology; management of large polyps; dual therapy in primary prophylaxis of variceal bleeding; and preoperative management of the patient with MASLD-induced cirrhosis. 

Presentations

8:00 AM - 8:10 AM
Nov 09 2025
San Diego, CA

Introduction

Ruben Hernaez, MD, MPH, PhD, Moderator
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
8:10 AM - 8:22 AM
Nov 09 2025
San Diego, CA

Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Liver Biopsy: Best Practices and Where Are We in Comparison to Percutaneous or Transjugular Liver Biopsy

Harshit S Khara, MD, FACG, FASGE, Presenter
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
8:22 AM - 8:34 AM
Nov 09 2025
San Diego, CA

Large Polyps in the Colon : The Safety of Polypectomies in Decompensated Cirrhosis

Mohamed Othman, Presenter
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
8:34 AM - 8:46 AM
Nov 09 2025
San Diego, CA

Updates in Esophageal Varices: Use of Dual Therapy With Carvedilol and Band Ligation for Primary Prophylaxis of Esophageal Bleeding

Juan G Abraldes, MD, Presenter
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
8:46 AM - 8:58 AM
Nov 09 2025
San Diego, CA

Endobariatrics as a Bridge to Liver Transplant in Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: The Surgical Perspective

Julie Heimbach, MD, FAASLD, Presenter
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
8:58 AM - 9:10 AM
Nov 09 2025
San Diego, CA

Endobariatrics as a Bridge to Liver Transplant in Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: The Endoscopic Perspective

Raj Shah, Presenter
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
9:10 AM - 9:30 AM
Nov 09 2025
San Diego, CA

Q&A Panel

Sagarika Satyavada, MD, Moderator
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension

Objectives

  • Describe the latest updates in gastroenterology diseases and care that may be encountered in the hepatology clinic.
  • Review clinical indications for collaboration with interventional gastroenterologists to optimize care for patients with liver disease.
Chair

Ruben Hernaez, MD, MPH, PhD

Baylor College of Medicine
Chair

Sagarika Satyavada, MD

Baylor Scott & White - Waxahachie