AORN Breakfast Symposium
Endo Staff Under Pressure: Understanding Colonoscopy-Related Ergonomic Hazards

Date: Monday, March 11, 2024

Time: 6:30am CT – 7:30am CT

Location: Music City Center, Room 103 A-C (Level 1)

Intended For:

  • Endoscopy Personnel
  • Directors of Perioperative/Surgery/Surgical Services
  • Perioperative/Surgery/Surgical Services Executives
  • Nurse/Staff/Safety Educators

Contact Hours: N/A

Start Your Day with Breakfast & New Insights

About the Presentation
Hazards are hiding in plain sight. Endoscopy personnel face unique ergonomic risks associated with duties related to colonoscopy. High rates of musculoskeletal injury and pain among endoscopy staff have prompted a re-evaluation of the status quo. Led by Dr. Marybeth Spanarkel, a gastroenterologist and ergonomic safety advocate whose own career was cut short by injury, this session will focus on common hazards faced by endoscopy staff, ways to assess your team’s risk, and to how identify and implement solutions to protect them. 
Meet the Speaker
Marybeth Spanarkel, MD FACG

Marybeth Spanarkel, MD FACG


Attendees have the chance to
win door prizes from AORN!
Sponsored by
Colowrap

Sorry, this event is full and we are no longer taking reservations.

However, you have another chance to attend!
Endo Staff Under Pressure: Understanding Colonoscopy-Related Ergonomic Hazards

Lunch & Learn | Booth 1753 in the Expo Hall

Monday, March 11 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm CT

You’ll enjoy a presentation and complimentary boxed lunch. Space is limited and is first come, first served.



Sponsored by
Colowrap

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