ABE/ASGE position statement on training and privileges for primary endoscopic bariatric therapies.

The Association for Bariatric Endoscopy (ABE), a division of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), was established to provide state-of- the-art education and practice support to endoscopists who have an interest in endoscopic bariatric management, with an emphasis on ensuring high-quality healthcare for patients with obesity. This document outlines the fundamental principles for effective training to provide comprehensive care, acquisition of the requisite endoscopic skills, and ensuring that quality care is provided as endoscopic bariatric procedures are integrated into practice.