Beginner
GI Anatomy & Physiology
Comprehensive GI anatomy and physiology for dietitians covering oral cavity and swallowing, esophagus and stomach, small intestine, colon and microbiome, liver and biliary system, pancreas, neural and hormonal control, macronutrient and micronutrient absorption, fluid and electrolyte balance, GI immunity, and clinical integration of anatomical knowledge into evidence-based medical nutrition therapy.
12
Lessons
10
Hours
12
CME
39
Questions
Learning Objectives
Describe oral digestion and swallowing
Explain esophageal and gastric physiology
Map small intestine absorption sites
Describe colonic function and microbiome
Detail hepatobiliary physiology
Explain pancreatic exocrine and endocrine functions
Outline neural and hormonal GI control
Trace macronutrient digestion pathways
Detail micronutrient absorption
Manage fluid and electrolyte balance
Describe GI immune function
Integrate anatomy into MNT practice