American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)

Make sure your patients can complete their colonoscopy prep like a pro with our new #BottomsUp resources. Check out our checklist + help your patients on the journey to a clear and accurate exam: bottomsup.gastro.org.

The Academy of Educators Medical Education Scholarship and Journal Club Group is a quarterly meeting offered by the Academy of Educators. The group aims to grow gastroenterology and hepatology education research by promoting professional development and collaboration through a community of practice for current and future gastroenterology and hepatology education scholars. The group meets quarterly to network and engage in a discussion related to GI medical education research. The topics and speakers for the winter meeting include: Journal club section: Presenter: Irene Perez, MD, MS GI fellow PGY6 University of Colorado Topic: Development of a Culinary Medicine Curriculum to Support Nutrition Knowledge for Gastroenterology Fellows and Faculty Work in progress section: Presenter: Shaina Sekhri, MD GI Fellow, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Research, NYU Grossmann School of Medicine Topic: Medical Education Certificate Program for GI Fellows Register: https://ow.ly/KMYA50TZCUQ You can also plan to join us again at 8 p.m. for the plenary to discuss discuss mentoring skills for supporting early career gastroenterologists. Register: https://ow.ly/rJ3050TZEay

AGA has released a new clinical practice update on potassium-competitive acid blockers (P-CABs). Thanks to Drs. Amit Patel, Loren Laine, Paul Moayyedi and Justin Wu for detailed guidance on when to use P-CABs vs. PPIs for the treatment of GERD, H. pylori, and peptic ulcer disease. Read more here: https://ow.ly/wjO850TXyjR

Time is running out to apply for AGA’s Research Scholar Awards by the Dec. 4 deadline. Don’t miss out on $300,000 over three years in financial support to protect your time for GI research and help you establish your career 🚀. Apply today! AGA Research Scholar Awards (5 awards)  AGA-Bern Schwartz Family Fund Research Scholar Award in Pancreatic Cancer (1 award) Complete award details, including sample applications and tips for applying are found here: https://ow.ly/ToZ950TG473

Did you know November is 𝘊. 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧 Awareness Month? This infection from bacterium that can grow in the intestines can cause bad GI symptoms. We have resources to help you with patient education and in practice: https://ow.ly/a11J50TY8Av.

Ready to learn the newest developments about the microbiome's role in health and disease? Attend the 2025 Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit, March 15-16, 2025, in Washington, D.C.. to get the latest research! Registration is now open. Explore the programming: https://lnkd.in/eYFqJ_VT.

We’re calling on the FDA to retain access to conventional fecal microbiota transplantation. Not doing so would be a step backwards for treating patients with C. diff. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Vj0U50TXwBK.

New multi-society guidance: Most patients can continue to safely take glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists as prescribed before undergoing elective surgery and GI endoscopies ➡️ https://ow.ly/r54q50TVN0U This new guidance provides clarity across GIs, surgeons, and anesthesiologists. AGA developed this guidance in partnership with: American Society For Metabolic And Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, INC., THE International Society of Perioperative Care of Patients with Obesity (ISPCOP) Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)

Last call! Applications for AGA committees and course director positions are due Nov. 1 — don't forget to submit your application. This is an ideal opportunity for anyone in GI who is... ▪️ A visionary thinker ▪️ Passionate about making a positive impact on GI ▪️ Looking to gain leadership experience Get started on your leadership journey: https://ow.ly/zWg550TVwhV.

🌟 Join the AGA Future Leaders Program - Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence! 🌟 Looking to elevate your career in GI or use your expertise to advise GI’s future leaders? The AGA Future Leaders Program is accepting applications for its 2025-2027 cohort. Mentees: ⚡Match with a leading expert based on areas of interest. ⚡Get training and experience to address current and future challenges. ⚡More than 90% of alumni who go on to serve in leadership positions. ⚡Network with top professionals and peers within your cohort and among more than 70 alumni. Mentors: ⚡Share your subject matter expertise. ⚡Continue the strong legacy of AGA leadership. ⚡ Mentor the next generation of leaders in the field. 📅 Application Deadline: Nov. 4 🔗Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/6OHB50TO0BJ Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a legacy of strong leadership, excellence and innovation.