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Course Director: Cadman L. Leggett, M.D.
Course Co-Directors: Jennifer L. Horsle-Silva, M.D., Karthik Ravi, M.D., and Herbert C. Wolfsen, M.D.
December 5 - 6, 2025 - ASU Health Futures Center - Phoenix, Arizona
Esophageal disease is a rapidly developing medical area marked by significant advances in diagnosis, therapy and identification of new diseases. This CME course takes a comprehensive approach to explore these exciting advancements, including high-resolution manometry and impedance monitoring; new techniques in endoscopic detection and treatment of Barrett’s esophagus; and insights into new diseases such as eosinophilic esophagitis.
Friday Afternoon Live Endoscopy Cases: Participants will take part in interactive case discussions designed around high yield learning objectives and will observe live endoscopy cases highlighting the latest diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.
Includes Saturday Morning Concurrent Sessions:
- Hands-on workshop for interpretation and performance of motility studies, new endoscopic imaging techniques and endoscopic mucosal resection and ablation (Available for Live In-person Attendees Only)
- Special Advanced Practice Provider Interactive Session - Best Practices and Challenging Cases (Live & Livestream)
Target Audience
This course is designed for practicing gastroenterologists, fellows and residents in gastroenterology. Thoracic surgeons, otolaryngologists and pulmonologists, as well as other healthcare professionals with an interest in esophageal diseases may benefit from this program.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Describe a multidisciplinary, systematic approach to the evaluation of dysphagia.
- Distinguish functional esophageal disorders from gastroesophageal reflux disease.
- Describe how to counsel patients effectively when choosing between endoscopic and minimally invasive surgical therapies for esophageal disorders.
- Classify esophageal motility disorders using high-resolution esophageal manometry and esophageal impedance planimetry.
- Apply comprehensive management strategies for patients with eosinophilic esophagitis.
- Recognize best practices in the management of patients with Barrett’s esophagus.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Residence Inn Phoenix Desert View at Mayo Clinic
5665 East Mayo Boulevard
Phoenix, Arizona 85054
Phone: (888) 236-2427 or (480) 563-1500
Online Reservations Link
Conveniently located on the Mayo Clinic Hospital campus, the Residence Inn Phoenix Desert View at Mayo Clinic offers spacious suites, complimentary hot buffet breakfast, high-speed internet access, fitness facilities, swimming pool, and a business center.
A block of studio suites at a special group rate of $159 (USD), single or double occupancy, per night, plus applicable state/local taxes, is available. Parking is $14 per vehicle, plus tax per day. Group rates apply two days prior to and after the course dates, based upon space and rate availability. The hotel is located 1.0 mile, or three minutes, from the ASU Health Futures Center.
Make your reservation before the room block is filled or the cut-off date of November 4, 2025. Reservations received after this date will be accepted on a rate and space available basis. When making your reservation, identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Clinic Esophageal Course.
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Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains
16770 North Perimeter Drive
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Phone: (800) 288-6127 or (480) 502-3836
Online Reservations
A block of standard deluxe rooms at a special group rate of $206 (USD), per night for single or double occupancy, $226 for triple and $256 for quadruple occupancy, plus applicable state/local taxes is available. Group rates apply three days prior to and after the course dates, based upon space and rate availability. The resort is located 4.7 miles, or nine minutes, from the ASU Health Futures Center.
Make your reservation before the room block is filled or the cut-off date of November 6, 2025. Reservations received after this date will be accepted on a space and rate available basis. When making your reservation, identify yourself as a participant of the Mayo Clinic Esophageal Diseases Course. To avoid one night’s room/tax charge, reservations must be canceled at least 72 hours prior to scheduled arrival.
Destination fee is $30.00 per room, per day, plus tax and includes the following services and amenities:
- Daily Enhanced High-Speed Internet Access in guest rooms
- Daily $15 Food and Beverage Credit (Valid at AGAVE Restaurant, In Room Dining or the Market).
- Daily two (2) Hour Bike Rentals for up to two (2) Bikes (beach cruisers with basket, helmets, locks).
- Two (2) tickets for one (1) experience at Musical Instrument Museum - 7 miles from hotel.
- Complimentary shuttle to local attractions within a five (5) mile radius.
- Amenities are subject to change.
Hotel Parking Fees:
- Self-parking: $20 per vehicle, per day, plus tax
- Valet Parking: $30 per vehicle, per day, plus tax
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Travel
Nearby Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) - 25 miles or approximately 28 minutes to ASU Health Futures Center.
Recreation / Leisure Activities
Click here for recreation or leisure activities in the area.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this this live activity for a maximum of 15.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
AAPA Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 15.50 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 15.50 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Friday | 7.50 |
| Saturday | 8.00 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 15.50 AAPA Category 1
- 15.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 15.50 ANCC
- 15.50 Attendance
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