At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Discuss a comprehensive literature review on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of internal hernias after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
2. Assess peroral plication of the esophagus as a treatment option for end-stage achalasia with sump formation
3. Review a randomized controlled trial on preperitoneal bupivacaine instillation in addition to TAP block for pain control in laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair
4. Analyze multicenter outcomes of a five-year trial of the safety and effectiveness of RefluxStop surgery in the treatment of acid reflux