Robert Bechara

Dr. Robert Bechara is an Associate Professor in the Division of Gastroenterology at Queen's University's School of Medicine. He specializes in advanced therapeutic endoscopy, with clinical interests in POEM, ESD, and ARMs. His research focuses on esophageal motility disorders, Achalasia, and endoscopic techniques.

Education:

• BS in Integrative Biology (Honors), University of Toronto Scarborough (2004)
• MD, University of Toronto (2008)
• FRCP in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, Queen's University (2013)

Research Interests:

• Gastroenterology and Radiology with emphasis on minimally invasive endoscopic therapies
• POEM for esophageal achalasia
• ESD for gastrointestinal neoplasms
• Anti-Reflux MucoSectomy (ARMs)
• Magnifying endoscopy applications

Professional Highlights:

• First Canadian to complete advanced therapeutic endoscopy training under Dr. Haruhiro Inoue in Tokyo
• Over 300 POEM procedures performed during training
• Co-author of multiple high-impact studies on POEM efficacy and technique