Flexible Endoscopy Committee
Leena Khaitan, MD MPH FACS

Committee Mission
The mission of the Flexible Endoscopy Committee is to examine training methods and promote safe use of endoscopic therapies for obesity treatment.
An Interview With The Chair
What about this committee’s mission is the most important to you?
“The most important aspect of our committee’s mission is providing education and resources to our membership to stay up to date in a rapidly evolving field.”
How has being part of this committee benefitted you professionally or even personally?
“It has been amazing working closely with others interested in this space and building lifelong friendships with a motivated group.”
What of this committee’s accomplishments are you most proud of?
“I am incredibly proud of how we have been able to keep BESAFE active and up to date as well as making sure training and testing are carried out effectively.”
Final Thoughts on the Flexible Endoscopy Committee?
“The Flexible Endoscopy Committee is striving to embrace and promote all endoscopic interventions in bariatrics and promote BESAFE so these techniques can be used safely.”