How much independent scope time will I get in the Basic GI Endoscopy program?

In a batch of 6, each trainee gets individual scope time daily on real patients. Over a 3-day program, trainees typically complete 8-12 independent upper GI scopes.

Who teaches the GI Endoscopy program?

Dr. Nitin Gupta (DM Gastroenterology, 22 years, Gold Medalist) and Dr. Tarun Kumar (DM Gastroenterology, ERCP & EUS specialist) lead all endoscopy programs at Solace.

What qualifications are needed for GI Endoscopy training?

MD Medicine, DM Gastroenterology residents, DNB physicians and practicing gastroenterologists are eligible. MS Surgery graduates interested in endoscopy are also welcome.

Endoscopy

Basic Upper & Lower GI Endoscopy

3 Day Intensive · Foundation training in upper and lower GI endoscopy, covering scope handling through to independent diagnostic procedures.

Overview

Foundation training in upper and lower GI endoscopy, covering scope handling through to independent diagnostic procedures.

Eligibility

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Open to MD (General Medicine), DM/DNB (Gastroenterology) qualified doctors and final-year residents. Basic programmes require no prior endoscopy experience; advanced therapeutic tracks require documented basic endoscopy caseload.

Day-wise curriculum

Day 1

Scope handling & simulator practice

Endoscope orientation, navigation drills on simulators.

Day 2

Observed live procedures

Shadowing faculty during diagnostic upper and lower GI cases.

Day 3

Supervised hands-on cases

Performing supervised steps in live endoscopy cases.

Certification

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On completion, trainees receive a Solace Training Academy certificate of participation, signed by the pillar director, naming the programme, dates, and hours of hands-on exposure completed.

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