Hands-on Seminar

Upper GI Tract Session (Session No. HO2, HO3, HO5)

This year’s upper GI hands-on session will
eature three specialized programs:
1. Gastric ESD
2. Sutuart
3. Closure Techniques

All three workshops will be conducted using the G-Master ex vivo model (Kotobuki Medical).

1. Gastric ESD Hands-on

Participants will have the opportunity to practice using a variety of ESD knives, including needle-type knives, scissor-type knives, and the IT-2 knife.

2. Sutuart Hands-on

This session will begin with a short lecture explaining the fundamentals of the Sutuart system, followed by practical hands-on training.

3. Closure Techniques Hands-on

This session will introduce a wide range of closure devices and techniques, including:
Clips: Mantis Clip, DAT Clip, LOCADO Clip, OTSC
Suturing methods: ROLM, Loop9, CLiPS, and more
A brief instructional lecture will precede the hands-on portion to ensure effective learning.

Participants may select one course per time slot, but are welcome to register for multiple sessions scheduled at different times.
Please note that due to limited availability, we may restrict multiple registrations if the number of applicants exceeds capacity.

This workshop will be led by a group of distinguished faculty members from Japan and abroad. We warmly invite you to join us and enhance your skills through this high-level training experience.

Lower GI Tract Sessions (Session No. HO1, HO4, HO6)

Join the Hands-on Training at the 1st JGES International Meeting!

Experience advanced endoscopic training with high-fidelity models and world-class instruction.

Our Lower GI Hands-on Sessions feature:
1) Colonoscopy Insertion Training using the advanced Mikoto simulator, designed for mastering navigation skills.

2) Colorectal ESD using a bovine rectum model, available at Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced levels:

・Basic: Practice ESD to develop fundamental scope control and device handling.
・Intermediate: Practice ESD with traction methods and clip-based closure.
・Advanced: Perform Underwater ESD and suturing closure with SutuArt.

Gain practical tips, real-time feedback, and personalized instruction from global leaders in endoscopy.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to refine your technique in a supportive, expert-led environment!

Pancreatobiliary Sessions (Session No. HO7, HO8)

Session HO7:
Cutting-Edge EUS Techniques

From Tissue Acquisition to Biliary Drainage and WON Management using Hot AXIOS (Olympus)
Hands-on training includes:
・EUS imaging and convex scope handling
・EUS-FNA
・EUS-guided biliary drainage (mainly EUS-HGS)
・EUS-guided drainage for WON using Hot AXIOS

Whether you're just starting out with EUS or looking to master advanced interventional techniques — this session is for you!

Session HO8:
Mastering Therapeutic ERCP

From Metal Stenting to Stone Extraction (Fujifilm)
Hands-on training includes:
Biliary cannulation
・Metal and plastic stent placement
・Stone extraction techniques
Learn essential tips and techniques for EST, stone extraction, and biliary stenting — all shared by experienced endoscopists.