Gastroenterologist
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Physicians
Summary
Physician who diagnoses and treats diseases of the digestive system (esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, biliary tract, pancreas, etc.) and performs endoscopic examinations and procedures.
Description
Gastroenterologists target diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and hepatobiliary pancreas, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease, hepatitis, gallstones, and pancreatitis, for diagnosis and treatment. Performs upper and lower endoscopic examinations, biopsies, endoscopic mucosal resection/hemostasis, ERCP, and other examination and treatment procedures. Requires lifestyle guidance, pharmacotherapy, nutritional management, and multidisciplinary treatment in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Requires advanced specialized knowledge and skills, mental care for patients, and high judgment ability.
Future Outlook
With an aging society and increasing lifestyle-related diseases, demand for gastrointestinal diseases is increasing. Advances in endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic techniques are heightening the need for specialists. Introduction of AI-assisted endoscopy and telemedicine is progressing, and adaptation to new technologies and research will be required in the future.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Cautious and Attentive / Excellent Communication Skills / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Academic Society and Research Activities / Hospital Employment / On-Call Duty / Outpatient and Ward Care / Private Practice Physician
Career Path
Initial Resident Physician → General Internist → Gastroenterologist (Fellow/Resident) → Gastroenterology Specialist → Chief of Gastroenterology Department → Medical Researcher/University Faculty
Required Skills
Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary-Pancreatic Diseases / Emergency Response (Hemostasis Procedures) / Endoscopic Mucosal Resection / Endoscopy and Manipulation Skills / Interpretation of Clinical Test Values and Imaging Diagnoses
Recommended Skills
Clinical Research Design / Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography / Endoscopic Ultrasound / Nutritional Management Knowledge / Reading English Papers
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically assess pathological conditions and test results and determine diagnoses and treatment plans. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking subtle endoscopic findings or test data can have serious consequences. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately share information with patients and staff and perform explanations and consent acquisition. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To continuously acquire the latest knowledge and techniques and update treatment methods. |
| Problem Solving | Because rapid judgment and response are required for complex cases and emergency bleeding responses. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because calmness must be maintained even in tense situations such as emergency endoscopy or bleeding responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during examinations and treatments to improve safety management and treatment efficacy. |
Related Qualifications
- Board Certified Gastroenterologist (Japanese Society of Gastroenterology)
- Physician's License
- Specialist (Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society)
Aliases
- Gastroenterologist
- Gastrointestinal Physician
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