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Overview

Advanced Fellowship in Gastroenterology & Endoscopy

SIAG offers advanced fellowship opportunities for gastroenterologists who have completed their specialist training (FCPS or equivalent). These fellowships are designed to develop specialist expertise in research and advanced endoscopy.

Program Structure

The Advanced Fellowship Program is a total of 3 years, which includes:

  • 1 year of Research Fellowship focused on endoscopy related research projects.
  • 2 years of Advanced Clinical Fellowship providing comprehensive exposure to advanced endoscopic procedures.

Fellows are expected to perform diagnostic flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, and OGD independently while participating in cutting edge research projects under the supervision of endoscopy consultants. Fellows completing the research fellowship are eligible to transition into the Advanced Clinical Fellowship.

Program Highlights

Key Features

Advanced Endoscopic Techniques

Exposure to ERCP, EUS, double balloon enteroscopy, POEM, ESG, and advanced procedures for patients with IBD, polyposis, and hereditary cancers.

Research Publications

Participation in research with a goal of publishing manuscripts during the research fellowship.

Teaching & Academic Activities

Opportunities to contribute to training courses, develop educational materials, and support academic activities. Mandatory attendance at weekly educational sessions, journal clubs, and conferences.

Clinical Rotations

Participation in endoscopy and gastroenterology on-call rota with support for endoscopy list coverage as needed.

Who Can Apply

Eligibility Criteria

  • Completed gastroenterology fellowship (FCPS or equivalent).
  • Ability to perform core endoscopic procedures independently.
  • Commitment to clinical, research, and educational duties.

Your Role

Clinical & Research Responsibilities

  • Design, coordinate, and execute multiple research projects related to endoscopy.
  • Minimum of 2 clinical sessions per week during research fellowship.
  • Independently evaluate patients, collect and analyze data, and present findings.
  • Contribute to research publications.

What You Will Learn

Procedures and Skills Covered

  • Diagnostic and therapeutic upper GI endoscopy
  • Colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy
  • ERCP and EUS-FNA/FNB
  • Cholangioscopy
  • Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and ablation
  • Endoluminal stenting
  • Management of strictures and fistulas
  • Double balloon enteroscopy
  • POEM and ESG
  • Pancreatic interventions

Learning Environment

Educational & Academic Opportunities

  • Tumor Board conferences
  • GI radiology and cytopathology sessions
  • Research Conference
  • Advanced Endoscopy Team sessions
  • Development of teaching skills and mentorship opportunities
  • Exposure to interpretation of laboratory, imaging, and endoscopic data

Your Growth

Evaluation & Progress

  • Direct observation and feedback from faculty during procedures, rounds, and clinics
  • Monthly verbal evaluations
  • Quarterly written assessments
  • Data tracking of performed procedures
  • Structured progression based on achievement of competencies

Note: Applications will be reviewed, and selection will be made on a competitive basis according to available positions, considering academic qualifications, clinical experience, research potential, and interview performance.

Start Your Journey

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