About Gastroenterological Emergencies: Immediate Interventions:
Introducing CME4Life’s Gastroenterological Emergencies: Immediate Interventions—Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management Masterclass!
In Gastroenterological Emergencies: Immediate Interventions, Michael Caplan, MMSc, PA-C, brings his extensive experience to deliver expert-level insights on diagnosing and managing GI emergencies. This comprehensive course covers a range of critical gastrointestinal disorders, from abdominal wall hernias and esophageal diseases to life-threatening conditions like GI bleeds and bowel obstructions.
Michael Caplan, founder of an online emergency medicine fellowship, guides you through the diagnostic process for common conditions such as viral hepatitis, Crohn’s disease, and pancreatitis. You’ll learn to manage complications of liver failure and cirrhosis, including spontaneous bacterial peritonitis and hepatic encephalopathy, while mastering treatment protocols for diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, and IBS.
Key Learning Highlights:
- Hernias and Esophageal Disorders: Gain a thorough understanding of hernias, GERD, esophagitis, and esophageal injuries from presentation to treatment.
- Liver Disease: Master management strategies for cirrhosis, liver failure, and complications such as hepatorenal syndrome.
- Pancreatitis: Diagnose and treat acute and chronic pancreatitis, including recognition and management of critical complications.
- GI Bleeding: Differentiate between upper and lower GI bleeding, with a focus on diagnostic approach and ED treatment.
- Bowel Obstructions: Distinguish mechanical obstructions from ileus and develop expertise in their management.
Earn CME credits while enhancing your ability to handle both common and rare GI emergencies in your clinical practice.
Bonus: Includes up to $3,000 in Apple or Amazon gift cards with course purchase.
AAPA Credit Value
This activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Physician Associates Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 3 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid from 12/4/2025 to 12/3/2026. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. AAPA reference number: CME-2014714.

What clinicians say
This is my second time using CME4Life to prepare for the PANRE. The materials and information have always been accurate and concise. As a PA for over a decade, I keep coming back.
John from CME4Life has such a unique teaching style — he makes complex concepts easy to understand, memorable, and actually engaging. Instead of just lecturing, he connects the dots.
The precision book and videos associated with this course were an immense help for me in preparing for and passing the PANCE. It was my third time taking it — and this time I passed.
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