
Endoscopy-Past, Present, and Future
The NYSGE at 50
- 1st Edition - December 1, 2024
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Editors: Jonathan Cohen, David Greenwald
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 1 3 1 8 - 9
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 1 3 1 9 - 6
Endoscopy-Past, Present, and Future: The NYSGE at 50 commemorates a significant milestone - the 50th Anniversary of NYSGE. In honor of this occasion, prominent voices within the So… Read more

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Request a sales quoteThe book's chapters take readers on a comprehensive journey through the evolution of gastroenterology and endoscopy. Opening with a historical overview, the first chapter delves into the visionary founding of NYSGE and its subsequent growth. Highlighting figures like Florence Lefcourt and Doris Barnie, the chapter underscores their pivotal roles in establishing the society. It traces the development of the nurses program, NYSGE courses, and global collaborations, offering a glimpse into transformative advancements on the horizon. Following chapters spotlight pivotal achievements, such as the trajectory of polypectomy from its inception to televideo mentoring, and more.
- Provides insights from globally acclaimed trailblazers in the field who delve into their roles in shaping GI endoscopy and gastroenterology's present state
- Includes seasoned experts' panoramic views of the prevailing trends and focal points within GI endoscopy practice
- Equips readers for the imminent era of transformative shifts in the GI field with immersion in firsthand accounts of its evolution up to this point
- Title of Book
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- List of contributors
- Foreword
- Introduction
- Chapter 1. NYSGE: a historical overview
- Abstract
- Chapter 2. Polypectomy: from landmark innovation to widespread resections to remote tele-video mentoring
- Abstract
- The colonoscope
- Colon polyp techniques through the years
- Colon polyp histopathology diagnosis, beyond white light
- Colonoscopy training
- Advancements in colon polyp detection
- Future of colonoscopy
- References
- Chapter 3. The national polyp study and the prevention of colorectal cancer
- Abstract
- Early challenges
- Technology arrives
- Polyps—search and destroy
- Enter the national polyp study (NPS)—“plastics and polyps”
- Polypectomy—what’s next? Introducing the advanced adenoma
- Colonoscopy comes of age
- Adenomas are the culprit
- New York Timeso front page news—colonoscopy saves lives
- National polyp study impact on guidelines and on gastroenterology, cancer prevention
- Family colorectal cancer risk of adenoma probands
- Challenges continue
- Replication of the national polyp study design in primary prevention and imaging studies
- Stool testing versus screening colonoscopy
- Prevention needs a screening test to be done
- Surveillance intensity—the downstream impact of polypectomy
- The holy grail
- Grant support
- Acknowledgment
- References
- Chapter 4. Gastrointestinal bleeding—better tools, better evidence, better technique
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 5. Bariatric endoscopy—from managing surgical complications to primary therapy
- Abstract
- The advent of endoscopic bariatric therapy: my ESG journey
- Navigating challenges to being endoscopic bariatric therapies
- A personal pause: the 5-hour OR session
- The ripple effect: word of mouth and global recognition
- Teaching and proctoring: a personal mission
- Lessons learned
- Integration of EBT and obesity medicine into training curricula
- The advent of telehealth and obesity management
- Where are we now and where are we headed?
- References
- Chapter 6. A gluten-free journey—perspectives on celiac disease
- Abstract
- References
- Chapter 7. Endoscopy of the small bowel
- Abstract
- References
- Chapter 8. The role of endoscopy in the detection of dysplasia in inflammatory bowel disease
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Disease activity assessment
- Future directions and personalized surveillance
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 9. Pioneers and progress in ERCP
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Early history of ERCP
- The origins of ERCP in New York—Jerry Waye and Mount Sinai
- David Zimmon and the Manhattan VA/Saint Vincent’s
- Jerry Siegel, Ramblin’ Man
- Dick McCray and St. Lukes
- Ira Jacobson and Cornell
- Peter Green and Columbia
- ERCP’s growth beyond the pioneers
- Further reading
- Chapter 10. Defining quality in endoscopy to drive better outcomes and reduce health disparities: “the C5 experience”
- Abstract
- The history of C5 and its mission to improve outcomes and reduce health disparities
- How can we use the C5 experience to tackle current and future challenges?
- References
- Chapter 11. Making waves with sound—the evolution of endoscopic ultrasonography
- Abstract
- Introduction of endoscopic ultrasonography into the United States and New York (Charles J. Lightdale, MD)
- Early experience
- Endoscopic ultrasonography users group
- Endoscopic ultrasonography images of the gut wall
- The GF-UM3
- Endoscopic ultrasonography in oncology
- Progress in radial endoscopic ultrasonography
- Curved linear array endoscopic ultrasonography
- Peter D. Stevens, MD
- American Endosonography Club
- Endoscopic ultrasonography 2002 in New York
- The introduction of curved linear array instruments in the 1990s provided the ability to obtain tissue for diagnosis and opened the field of therapeutic endoscopic ultrasonography (Frank Gress, MD)
- Further reading
- Chapter 12. Barrett’s esophagus: paradigm shift from esophagectomy to endoscopic therapy for early neoplasia
- Abstract
- Introduction
- The esophagus: early experience
- Barrett’s esophagus and esophageal cancer
- Advanced esophageal cancer: lasers and stents
- Photodynamic therapy for malignant strictures
- Photodynamic therapy for Barrett’s with early neoplasia
- Better pathology, improved endoscopes
- Endoscopic mucosal resection
- Multiband endoscopic mucosal resection
- Radiofrequency ablation for flat Barrett’s
- Endoscopic eradication therapy
- Low-grade dysplasia and nondysplastic Barrett’s esophagus
- Cryo-ablation
- Hybrid argon plasma coagulation
- Endoscopic submucosal dissection
- The endoscopy team and the NYSGE
- Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 13. Delving deeper: the evolution and next frontiers in third space endoscopy
- Abstract
- Introduction
- A culture of innovation in New York
- The annual live course
- Late nights in the animal lab
- The role of industry
- The role of Long Island Live
- The first peroral endoscopic myotomy outside of Japan
- New York is a medical community
- Final thoughts
- Further reading
- Chapter 14. Training in endoscopy—NYSGE as incubator for innovation
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Setting the stage: training in the early decades
- Where are we headed?
- References
- Chapter 15. Live from New York! Evolution of endoscopy procedure live broadcasting
- Abstract
- Getting started with live endoscopy
- Optimizing the CME: what to include and what to broadcast
- Reinforcing best practices in live endoscopy
- Technical challenges to a successful broadcast
- The secret sauce: Advance Concepts
- Lasting memories and the camaraderie of faculty
- And now for the shout outs: truly a team effort
- Current and future challenges: existing limitations of live endoscopy and how might they be addressed?
- Conclusion
- Reference
- Chapter 16. NYSGE at 50: the political side—bringing endoscopy to the forefront
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Chapter 17. Infectious diseases in endoscopy: changing bugs with changing times
- Abstract
- New York gastroenterologists battle HIV and Clostridioides difficile
- Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
- Clostridioides difficile infection
- Endoscope infections, NYSGE perspective
- COVID-19 hits New York
- Chapter 18. Women in gastroenterology: leading the way
- Abstract
- References
- Chapter 19. Evolution of gastroenterology practice: medicare reform, payment systems, and changing landscape
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Medical reform and payment systems
- Colon cancer screening age reduction
- Conclusion
- Further reading
- Appendix A. A family affair
- Appendix B. NYSGE Presidents 1974–2024
- Appendix C. National Professional Leadership Roles by NYSGE Members
- Index
- Edition: 1
- Published: December 1, 2024
- Imprint: Academic Press
- No. of pages: 368
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN: 9780443313189
- eBook ISBN: 9780443313196
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Jonathan Cohen
Dr. Jonathan Cohen is a Clinical Professor of Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. He is currently the Treasurer- elect of the ASGE and has served as past chair of the ASGE Quality and Training Committees. Dr. Cohen is a partner in Vanguard Gastroenterology and served as President of the NYSGE in 2004. His clinical practice combines general gastroenterology and advanced endoscopy. His areas of interest include advanced imaging, quality indicators in endoscopy, simulator use in training, and clinical interests include bariatric endoscopy, mucosal resection and ablation, and ERCP. Dr. Cohen is the editor of the textbooks “Comprehensive Atlas of High-Resolution Endoscopy and Narrowband Imaging” and “Successful Training in Endoscopy.” He directs the international Program for Endoscopic Teachers [PET] for the WEO. Over the past 25 years, he has written and lectured widely, and served as faculty or course director for numerous endoscopy courses worldwide.
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David Greenwald
Dr. David Greenwald is currently the Director of Clinical Gastroenterology and Endoscopy at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. Previously, he was the Fellowship Program Director in Gastroenterology at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine for nearly two decades and was an Associate Division Director of the Division of Gastroenterology at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York. He is also a Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He just completed a term as one of the Medical Directors of the Advanced Endoscopy Center. Dr. Greenwald graduated with a BA degree from Wesleyan University, and attended the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where he earned an MD. He did a residency in Internal Medicine followed by a Gastroenterology Fellowship, both at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York.