53rd Annual Course Vendor Programs

SGNA is excited to welcome a variety of organizations and their representatives to the stage to present on relevant topics for the practicing GI professional right now! The 53rd Annual Course Vendor Program schedule will be published on a rolling basis. Although they are free to attend, you must RSVP ahead of time.

If your organization is interested in hosting a vendor program, view the opportunity on our 2026 prospectus and contact us.

Saturday, May 16

The Face of Barrett’s Esophagus Is Changing: Leveraging Precision Molecular Risk Stratification in Clinical Management of Barrett’s Esophagus (Castle Biosciences)

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Location: Hanover F&G
Speaker: Jessica Keller, PA 

This session highlights the current challenges in managing patients with Barrett's esophagus (BE), and how TissueCypher testing can personalize care and help prevent progression to high-grade dysplasia or esophageal cancer.

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Saturday Night Live With Erbe:  E-D-U in the A-T-L; The future of Fire & Ice (Erbe)

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Location: Centennial 1 & 2
Speaker: Rhonda DelCampo, BSN RN CGRN, Austin Nielsen, BSN RN CGRN, and Bob Barkley

This fun and interactive educational offering is sure to jump start your SGNA experience. This “world famous” session will discuss basic principles and properties of electrosurgery, along with variables in the clinical circuit. Argon plasma coagulation history and technique will also be discussed.  The bridge between the use of electrosurgery, argon plasma coagulation and Cryo technology in both GI and the Pulmonary arena will be covered.

One (1.0) contact hour will be issued for each participant for the live presentation. Each attendee will also be given the opportunity to receive four (4.0) additional FREE contact hours upon completion of self study guides - Electrosurgery in GI Endoscopy and Argon Plasma Coagulation in Flexible Endoscopy

Heavy hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. Attendance will be limited to 150 people and seats fill up fast, so don’t delay. As a registered attendee, you need to be present and sign in at 5:00, at which time we will begin to allocate slots to those on the wait list.

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Sunday, May 17

Management of the Patient with Obesity (Boston Scientific)

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Location: Centennial 1 & 2
Speakers: Christopher G. Chapman, MD FASGE, and Sarah Kosinski, DNP APRN FNP-BC

Obesity is a global pandemic affecting about 40% of adults in the United States.  This disease is not curable, but it can be managed via medical, surgical and endoscopic therapy, in an attempt to achieve optimal outcomes of decreased co-morbidity and increased longevity. In this 1-hour CNE activity, the speaker will present information on aspects of obesity and various treatment options.  Participants will be able to advocate for the obese patient in the healthcare procedural environment, supporting surgical and endoscopic procedures with an emphasis upon promotion of patient safety. 

LEARNER OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this presentation, participants will be able to:

1. Identify three diseases associated with obesity.
2. Discuss two endoscopic procedural concerns for the obese patient.
3. Differentiate surgical and endoscopic treatment options for managing obesity.

CONTACT HOURS

Upon completion of the entire program, including any resulting Q&A, and submission of required documentation, participants will be granted 1 contact hour. No partial credit will be granted. 

ACCREDITATION

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 08747, the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Provider Number 50-574, the Florida Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 50-574 and the Georgia Board of Nursing, Provider Number 50-574.

According to the criteria of the American Board of Certification for Gastroenterology Nurses (ABCGN), 1 hour(s) earned in this activity are considered GI-specific for the purpose of recertification by contact hours through the ABCGN.

This activity may be acceptable as Category 2 CME by NCCPA and the state medical board, as the topic relates to medicine, patient care and the role of the PA in endoscopy.

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GI Safety Series - Improving Patient Safety in the GI Suite (Stryker)

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Location: Hanover CDE
Speaker: Carol K. Stevens, RN BSN CGRN

This presentation highlights strategies to improve safety and efficiency in GI procedures, including effective fluid waste management and infection prevention. 

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Welcome to a New Era in Endoscopy (Olympus)

12:15 PM - 1:45 PM | Location: Hanover F & G
Speaker: Andrea Gritt

Join Olympus America for a hot lunch and informative session exploring updated colorectal screening guidelines and Olympus’ latest endoscopy platform, featuring AI-enabled imaging and advanced scope technology designed to enhance lesion detection. 

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Monday, May 18

Hot Topics in Flexible Endoscope Reprocessing: Clinical Practices that Impact Endoscope Safety (Healthmark, a Getinge Company)

6:45 AM - 7:45 AM | Location: Hanover CDE
Speaker: Dyan Darga

During this 1-hour program, educators will examine emerging risks in endoscopy reprocessing, including biofilm formation, endoscope damage, and residue buildup. Breakfast will be provided.

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Hemostasis Made Simple: Practical Tools for Fast, Confident Bleeding Control (Olympus)

6:45 AM - 7:45 AM | Location: Hanover F & G
Speaker: Dr. Yana Cavanagh, MD DABOM

Join Olympus America for a hot breakfast and explore common GI bleeding scenarios and the hemostasis tools that support efficient, confident patient care. We’ll discuss real-world considerations for selecting a hemostatic powder versus a clip solution, and how to approach identifying and managing bleeding sources to support effective intervention.

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