Jakarta — A recent study led by Rabbinu Rangga Pribadi and colleagues demonstrates that a mastery learning approach effectively enhances physicians’ skills in performing intestinal ultrasound (IUS), particularly in the management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Published in Acta Medica Indonesiana, the study involved 37 internists and gastroenterologists who participated in a two-day
Semarang — The Indonesian Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (PEGI), in collaboration with the Academy of Endoscopy (AoE), successfully conducted the Mastery Learning in Endoscopy Course: 3rd BEST Indonesia Camp from April 14–16, 2026, at Gumaya Tower Hotel, Semarang. This event marked the first BEST Camp held outside Jakarta and represents an ongoing
Mucosal visualization is a key factor in the success of esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). In daily practice, the presence of mucus, foam, and air bubbles often interferes with endoscopic views and may affect diagnostic accuracy, particularly for subtle lesions. A study by Dr. Fauzi Yusuf, Dr. Azzaki Abubakar, and Dr. Desi Maghfirah, published in
Endoscopy has become a cornerstone of modern gastroenterology, serving both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. As endoscopic procedures continue to grow in complexity, the need for structured and effective training systems has become increasingly important to ensure operator competence and patient safety. In the article “Theories of Educational Strategies for Endoscopy,” written by
Endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) for periampullary duodenal lesions is known to be technically challenging. Because of its close proximity to the papilla, this procedure carries a risk of post-procedural pancreatitis. Such complications may arise from mechanical trauma, thermal injury during dissection, or inadvertent obstruction of pancreatic duct outflow during mucosal defect closure.
Jakarta — The Indonesian Society for Digestive Endoscopy (ISDE), in collaboration with the Academy of Endoscopy (AoE), successfully organized the Mastery Learning in Endoscopy Course: 2nd Basic Endoscopy Skills Training (BEST) Indonesia Camp, held on 13–15 November 2025 at Hotel Borobudur Jakarta. This program marks the second implementation of the BEST Camp,
Bangkok, Thailand – Two representatives from the Indonesian Society for Digestive Endoscopy (ISDE), Dr. Fardah Akil (Makassar) and Dr. Saskia Aziza (Jakarta), joined the 3rd APSDE TAGE Advanced Course held on March 6-9, 2025, in Thailand. The event, organized by the Asian-Pacific Society for Digestive Endoscopy (A-PSDE) and the Thai Association for
Kanagawa, Japan – The Indonesian Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (PEGI) continues to demonstrate its commitment to enhancing the competencies of Indonesian medical professionals in the field of endoscopy. One of its representatives, Dr. M. Firhat Idrus, SpPD, K-GEH, participated in the Endoscopy Preceptorship Program held at Kanagawa Cancer Center, Japan, from January
The updated Asia-Pacific consensus statement on the role of endoscopic management in malignant hilar biliary obstruction has been published in the Endoscopy International Open (EIO) Journal, Vol. 12 Issue 09, on September 16, 2024. This guideline aims to provide the latest information regarding the management of Malignant Hilar Biliary Obstruction (MHBO), particularly
The case report research prepared by Supriono, MD, PhD, Amalia Nurul Hatinah, MD, Mochamad Fachrureza, MD, Syifa Mustika, MD, and Bogi Pratomo, MD, PhD have been published in the Acta Medica Indonesiana Journal vol. 55 No.2 (2023) with the title Rare Case: Unilateral Acute Primary Angle-closure Glaucoma After Colonoscopy in Malang, East
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