title: Training and Assessment in Pediatric Endoscopy.
abstract: A key aspect of pediatric gastroenterology practice is the ability to perform endoscopy procedures safely, effectively, and efficiently. Similar to adult endoscopy, performance of pediatric endoscopy requires the acquisition of related technical, cognitive, and integrative competencies to effectively diagnose and manage gastrointestinal disorders in children. However, the distinctive requirements of pediatric patients and their families and the differential spectrum of disease highlight the need for a pediatric-specific training curriculum and assessment framework to ensure endoscopic procedures are performed safely and successfully in children. This review outlines the current state of evidence as it pertains to pediatric endoscopy training and assessment.
authors.affiliation: Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Department of Paediatrics, The Learning Institute, The Research Institute, The Wilson Centre, Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, 555 University Avenue, Room 8409, Black Wing, Toronto, Ontario M5G 1X8, Canada. Electronic address: catharine.walsh@utoronto.ca.
authors.forename: Catharine M
authors.initials: CM
authors.lastname: Walsh
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D002983:Clinical Competence; D003479:Curriculum / Q000592:standards*; D004521:Educational Measurement / Q000592:standards*; D016099:Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / Q000193:education* / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D010372:Pediatrics / Q000193:education* / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards
keywords: Assessment; Clinical competence; Education, medical, graduate/standards; Educational measurement; Endoscopy, gastrointestinal/education; Endoscopy, gastrointestinal/standards; Endoscopy, pediatric; Patient simulation