This one-hour webinar will review the medical management option for short bowel syndrome (SBS). The discussion will include currently available medications as well as medications in the research pipeline. Speakers Dr. Dawn Adams and Dr. Ankita Sisselman will review patient cases to assist the learner in choosing the right medication for their SBS patient, managing any potential complications, and ensuring success and patient adherence.

Learning Objectives:

Review medication options currently available for patients with SBS
Discuss medications for SBS in the research pipeline
Outline the benefits of GLP2 analogues
Identify and manage side effects of GLP2 analogues
Describe the interdisciplinary team approach to successful incorporation of medications into SBS patient management

Faculty:

Dawn W. Adams, MD, MS, CNSC, Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Medical Director, Center for Human Nutrition, Medical Director, VUMC Option Care Infusion Collaborative practice

Ankita Sisselman, MD, Assistant Professor, Center for Human Nutrition, Director, Gastroenterology Fellowship Program, Vanderbilt University Medical Center

This non-accredited program is sponsored by

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