It is important that colonoscopy is performed by a trained operator and that operator reaches the standard set by the appropriate authorities on an ongoing basis.

Now more than ever it is appropriate to make sure your endoscopist meets these requirements.

A list of certified and re-certified endoscopists can be found here.

A recent document from the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare outlines the certification and recertification requirements for clinicians.

FACT SHEET Colonoscopy Certification and Recertification – Nov 2019.

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