Endoscopy training in a three-year curriculum.

Endoscopic training has become an increasingly important part of training in gastroenterology in recent years. As plans are developed to require 3 years of training in gastroenterology for board eligibility, the outline of a 3-year curriculum is proposed that would incorporate both "basic" training and "advanced" training (where offered) in endoscopy as integral components of a flexible plan designed to suit the needs and capabilities of both trainees and programs.