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  • Fellowship in Gastroenterology Practice

    Designed by Skillversity


    Course Overview

    The Fellowship in Gastroenterology Practice is a comprehensive clinical training program designed for medical professionals who wish to strengthen their expertise in diagnosing and managing common gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders.

    The program emphasizes liver disorder management, GERD and peptic ulcer disease treatment, gastrointestinal emergencies, and basic endoscopy exposure. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with case-based discussions and practical demonstrations to enhance clinical confidence in GI practice.


    Eligibility Criteria

    • MBBS and above (MD, DNB, or equivalent qualifications preferred)

    • Medical professionals interested in gastroenterology and internal medicine

    • Practicing clinicians seeking structured GI practice training


    Course Duration

    12 Months (1 Year) – Comprehensive Clinical Training

    Includes:

    • Clinical case discussions

    • Endoscopy observation exposure

    • GI emergency management workshops

    • Practical demonstrations


    Course Content – Module Breakdown


    Module 1: Gastrointestinal Anatomy & Physiology

    • Anatomy of the GI tract

    • Digestive physiology

    • Liver and pancreatic functions

    • Gut motility basics

    • Absorption mechanisms


    Module 2: Liver Disorders Management

    • Approach to abnormal liver function tests

    • Fatty liver disease (NAFLD/NASH)

    • Viral hepatitis basics

    • Alcohol-related liver disease

    • Cirrhosis and its complications

    • Ascites management


    Module 3: GERD & Peptic Ulcer Disease

    • Pathophysiology of GERD

    • Clinical evaluation and red flag signs

    • Lifestyle and pharmacological management

    • H. pylori infection management

    • Complications of peptic ulcer disease


    Module 4: Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

    • Dyspepsia evaluation

    • Gastritis management

    • Barrett’s esophagus overview

    • Upper GI bleeding basics

    • Indications for endoscopy


    Module 5: Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

    • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

    • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) basics

    • Acute and chronic diarrhea

    • Constipation management

    • Colorectal cancer screening principles


    Module 6: GI Emergencies

    • Acute GI bleeding

    • Acute pancreatitis

    • Acute liver failure basics

    • Intestinal obstruction

    • Perforation and peritonitis recognition

    • Emergency stabilization protocols


    Module 7: Pancreatic & Biliary Disorders

    • Gallstone disease

    • Cholecystitis basics

    • Obstructive jaundice

    • Pancreatitis management

    • ERCP overview


    Module 8: Basic Endoscopy Exposure

    • Indications for upper GI endoscopy

    • Colonoscopy overview

    • Patient preparation protocols

    • Instrument handling basics

    • Infection control in endoscopy units

    • Observation of live procedures


    Module 9: GI Imaging & Diagnostics

    • Interpretation of LFTs

    • Ultrasound in hepatobiliary disease

    • CT abdomen basics

    • Tumor markers overview

    • Biopsy interpretation basics


    Module 10: Nutrition in GI Disorders

    • Nutritional assessment

    • Enteral vs parenteral nutrition

    • Diet in liver disease

    • Diet in GERD & peptic ulcer disease

    • Malabsorption management


    Module 11: Preventive Gastroenterology

    • Screening for colorectal cancer

    • Vaccination in liver disease

    • Alcohol counseling

    • Lifestyle modification strategies

    • Long-term follow-up protocols


    Module 12: Practical Training & Case-Based Learning

    • Liver disease case discussions

    • GERD & ulcer management simulations

    • GI emergency drills

    • Endoscopy unit observation

    • Logbook maintenance

    • Final assessment and viva


    Hands-On Training & Clinical Exposure

    • Case-based liver disorder discussions

    • GI emergency simulation sessions

    • Endoscopy observation postings

    • Diagnostic interpretation workshops

    • Clinical decision-making exercises


    Certification & Career Opportunities

    Upon successful completion, participants will receive:

    Skillversity Fellowship in Gastroenterology Practice

    Career opportunities include:

    • Gastroenterology Clinics

    • Multispecialty Hospitals

    • Liver Care Centers

    • Endoscopy Units

    • Independent GI Practice


    Why Choose Skillversity?

    • Structured, practice-oriented curriculum

    • Focus on common and emergency GI conditions

    • Basic endoscopy exposure

    • Case-based clinical learning

    • Training aligned with modern gastroenterology practice