The Liver Meeting 2019-Should I Do a Transplant Hepatology Fellowship?

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The video transcript provides an overview of the different pathways to becoming a hepatologist and the importance of getting additional training and certification in hepatology. There are two main pathways in the United States for certification: standard training (3 years of GI followed by 1 year of hepatology) and the pilot pathway (training in hepatology during GI fellowship). The speaker highlights the distinct expertise and competencies of a hepatologist compared to a gastroenterologist and discusses the benefits of certification, including demonstrating expertise, salary advantages, and leadership opportunities. The transcript also delves into practical aspects of applying for training, factors to consider in choosing a program (geography, mentorship, research interests), and the importance of training in a large transplant program. Lastly, it touches on the pilot pathway's success in certifying competent GI and hepatology specialists in 3 years and the upcoming approval of a dual pathway by ABIM and ACGME.

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Presenter: Oren K. Fix

Keywords

hepatologist

certification

training pathways

competencies

transplant program