The American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: Gastroenterology Update for the Hepatologist
Nov
09
2025
Convention Center: Ballroom C, Level 3
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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.Journey Maps
Presentations
8:00 AM - 8:10 AM
Nov
09
2025
Washington, D.C.
Introduction
Ruben Hernaez, MD, MPH, PhD, Moderator
Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
8:10 AM - 8:22 AM
Nov
09
2025
Washington, D.C.
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
Washington, D.C.
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
Washington, D.C.
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
Washington, D.C.
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
Washington, D.C.
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
Washington, D.C.
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