Friday Courses

Receive in-depth updates on the latest in GI and hepatology, endoscopy, and practice management when you attend one or more of the optional Friday courses. Seven courses are offered: five half-day courses, the GI Pathophysiology Course, the What’s New in GI Pharmacology Course, the Practice Management Summit, the ACG Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Summit, and the Women’s Initiative for Success & Empowerment in Gastroenterology Leadership Course; one evening course, the Guide to the Guidelines Course; and one full-day course, the ASGE/ACG Endoscopy Course.

ACG Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Summit

Friday, October 9, 2026 | 1:30 pm – 6:00 pm, Central Time (CT)

Course Directors: Sarah M. Enslin, PA-C, MS, Amy L. Stewart, FNP-C, and Dayna S. Early, MD, FACG

ACG’s APP Leadership Summit is a half-day course dedicated to the professional development and leadership growth of APPs in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. The summit is designed to empower APPs to lead effectively within their clinical practices, institutions, and professional organizations – fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, innovation, and sustainability in GI care delivery.

Through practical frameworks, real-world examples, and perspectives from physician and APP leaders across diverse practice models, participants will gain actionable tools to expand their leadership impact and align their career growth with evolving workforce and practice needs.

Course Objectives:

At the conclusion of this Leadership Summit, APPs will be able to:

  1. Apply leadership, communication and negotiation strategies to effectively influence clinical operations, professional relationships and organizational decision-making within gastroenterology practice settings.
  2. Evaluate practice models, performance metrics, and leadership pathways in academic and community gastroenterology practices to align individual career goals with sustainable, high-impact, professionally fulfilling roles.
  3. Leverage professional development tools, including mentorship, sponsorship, performance metrics and digital presence, to enhance credibility, advance career growth, and expand leadership influence as an APP.

Target Audience:

The course is intended for APPs in Gastroenterology and Hepatology who are interested in leadership growth and professional development. The content is relevant to APPs practicing in both academic medical centers and community/private practice, including those in early, mid and established career stages.

Friday, October 9, 2026 | All events are offered in Central Time (CT).
1:30 pm Welcome and Introductions
Sarah M. Enslin, PA-C, MS, and Amy L. Stewart, FNP-C
1:40 pm Inside a GI Practice: Financial, Operational, and Workforce Fundamentals for APP Leaders
David J. Hass, MD, FACG
Describe key financial, operational, and productivity drivers that influence GI practice sustainability. Identify opportunities for APP leaders to contribute to practice-level decision-making.
2:00 pm How to Run an Effective Meeting
Sarah M. Enslin, PA-C, MS
Apply practical strategies to plan, structure, and lead effective meetings. Utilize techniques to promote engagement, accountability, and decision-making.
2:20 pm Recognizing and Articulating Your Value as an APP
Monica R. Nandwani, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, NEA-BC
Identify clinical, operational, and non-clinical components of APP value. Understand and apply negotiation frameworks to advocate for compensation, resources, and role expansion.
2:40 pm Q & A / Panel Discussion
3:00 pm Break
3:20 pm Embracing Career Mentorship and Sponsorship
Amy L. Stewart, FNP-C
Explain strategies for cultivating and integrating effective mentor and sponsor relationships into career planning and leadership pathways.
3:40 pm Strategic Use of Social Media for Professional Growth
Tauseef Ali, MD, FACG
Describe how social media can be leveraged to build professional presence and leadership, as well as support education, advocacy, and professional networking.
4:00 pm Performance Evaluations: Defining and Measuring Success
Jessica E. Crimaldi, NP-C
Discuss use of metrics and goal setting in performance evaluations, and how clinical, operational, and professional development can serve as measures of success.
4:20 pm Q & A / Panel Discussion
4:40 pm Break
4:50 pm Panel Discussion - Advancing APP Leadership: Perspectives From Physician Leaders
David J. Hass, MD, FACG, and Tauseef Ali, MD, FACG

The focus areas for the panel are:

  • The role of physician champions in APP leadership development
  • Building trust, collaboration, and shared leadership models
  • Integrating APP leaders into operational and strategic decision-making
5:20 pm Panel Discussion - Lessons From APP Leaders Across Diverse Practice Settings
Monica R. Nandwani, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, NEA-BC; Catherine O. Brady, PA; Christie L. Morrison, NP; Kristin Marcous, PA-C

The focus areas for the panel are:

  • Leadership pathways in academic, community, and hybrid practices
  • Navigating challenges and opportunities across career stages
  • Practical lessons learned and advice for emerging APP leaders
5:50 pm Closing Remarks
Sarah M. Enslin, PA-C, MS, and Amy L. Stewart, FNP-C
6:00 pm Course Adjourns & APP Reception