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AGA Statement: Senate Bill Puts Patient Access to Health Care in Peril

June 27, 2017

Millions of Americans could lose health coverage if Congress passes the health-care reform bill introduced last week in the Senate.

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Mark Your Calendar: 2018 AGA Grants Cycle Announced

June 27, 2017

Learn more about how you can apply for the 14 grants that will award over $2 million in research funding.

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Deadline Extended to Submit to CMGH Organoids and Engineered Organ Systems Special Issue

June 27, 2017

Submit your original research by Aug. 15.

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Genetic Testing for GI Cancer Risk

June 27, 2017

Genetic testing has enormous potential for identifying patients at risk for specific cancers, but we must be honest about limitations.

News

Connecting the Dots Between Antibiotics, Diet and the Gut Microbiome

June 27, 2017

AGA expert Dr. Eugene Chang spoke to U.S. News & World Report about how antibiotics alter the gut microbiome and the role of diet in restoring gut health.

News

2017 AGA Measures Proposed to Continue in 2018 MIPS

June 26, 2017

Two AGA measures in other specialty measure sets have also been proposed for inclusion by CMS.

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Do More People Have Celiac Disease in the North vs the South?

June 26, 2017

Researchers report that a higher proportion of persons living at latitudes of 35° North or greater have celiac disease or avoid gluten. Read more on AGA Journals Blog.

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Watch IBD Program Highlights from DDW® 2017

June 26, 2017

The Immunology, Microbiology & Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Section highlights its favorite sessions from Chicago.

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2018 is a MACRA Transition Year with New Flexibilities

June 26, 2017

CMS proposed rule provides recommended updates and changes for MACRA in 2018.

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New WHO Report: More Work Needed to Diagnose, Treat Viral Hepatitis Worldwide

June 22, 2017

Just 20 percent of people with hepatitis C have been diagnosed, and only 7 percent have been treated.

News

IBD: Research Showing Yoga as Effective Complementary Tx

June 22, 2017

Yoga intervention could be an effective complementary treatment for inflammatory bowel disease.

CGH

Prophylaxis for Stress Ulcers With Proton Pump Inhibitors Is Not Associated With Increased Risk of Bloodstream Infections in the Intensive Care Unit

June 22, 2017

In a retrospective study of patients in the ICU, administration of PPIs to prevent bleeding was not associated with increased risk of BSI.

CGH

Risk of Rectal Cancer After Colectomy for Patients With Ulcerative Colitis: A National Cohort Study

June 22, 2017

We found that the risk for rectal cancer after colectomy in patients with UC is low, in relative and absolute terms, after reconstruction with an IPAA.

CGH

Gastrostomies Preserve But Do Not Increase Quality of Life for Patients and Caregivers

June 22, 2017

We performed a mixed-methods prospective study of the effects of gastrostomy feeding on HRQoL.

CGH

Temporal Trends in Initiation of Therapy With Tumor Necrosis Factor Antagonists for Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Population-based Analysis

June 22, 2017

Use of anti-TNF agents increased from 2001 through 2014, with a concomitant significant decrease in cumulative use of corticosteroids before anti-TNF therapy for patients with UC.

CGH

Urine Interleukin 18 and Lipocalin 2 Are Biomarkers of Acute Tubular Necrosis in Patients With Cirrhosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

June 22, 2017

We found that urine levels of IL18 and NGAL from patients with cirrhosis discriminate between those with ATN and other types of kidney impairments.

CGH

White Paper AGA: The Impact of Mental and Psychosocial Factors on the Care of Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

June 22, 2017

This white paper details psychosocial care that is integrated into IBD practices as well as innovative methods that provide remote patient management.

CGH

Mood and Anxiety Disorders Precede Development of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders in Patients but Not in the Population

June 22, 2017

We found 2-fold more patients to receive a diagnosis of a mood or anxiety disorder before an FGID.

News

GOP Unveils Health-Care Bill

June 22, 2017

Contact your members of Congress to ensure patients continue to have coverage and access to specialty care and preventative services.

CGH

Clinical Manifestations of Helicobacter pylori–Negative Gastritis

June 22, 2017

We found that H pylori–negative gastritis was present in approximately 18% of patients with gastritis.

CGH

Increasing Number of Passes Beyond 4 Does Not Increase Sensitivity of Detection of Pancreatic Malignancy by Endoscopic Ultrasound–Guided Fine-Needle Aspiration

June 22, 2017

We found 4 passes of EUS-FNA to be sufficient to detect malignant pancreatic masses; increasing the number of passes did not increase the sensitivity of detection.

CGH

Dysphagia Caused by Extrinsic Esophageal Compression From Mediastinal Lymphadenopathy in Patients With Sarcoidosis

June 22, 2017

This article highlights extrinsic esophageal compression as a possible mechanism behind dysphagia in sarcoidosis.

CGH

Hepatic Hydatid Cysts Causing Biliary Obstruction

June 22, 2017

In this case, the CT observed hepatic hydatid cysts and intrahepatic and extrahepatic dilatation with multiple intraductal calcified filling defects.

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Task Force Releases Updated Recommendations for Colorectal Cancer Screening

June 22, 2017

Colonoscopy and FIT tests are recommended as first line screening tests for average risk patients beginning at age 50.

CGH

Recurrent Ileal Subocclusion Related to Multiple Polyps and Misdiagnosed as Crohn’s Disease

June 22, 2017

A 46-year-old woman presented with subacute symptoms preceding intestinal obstruction.

CGH

Phytobezoar-Induced Small-Bowel Obstruction Successfully Diagnosed and Treated by Single-Balloon Enteroscopy

June 22, 2017

A 69-year-old man was admitted because of repeated vomiting, intermittent abdominal pain, and not passing gas for 4 days.

CGH

Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding Caused by Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangectasia

June 22, 2017

A 50-year-old Caucasian woman presented with hematemesis.

CGH

Cryptosporidium Pouchitis

June 22, 2017

A 43-year-old man was admitted after 8 days of diarrhea 10–15 times per day, left lower quadrant abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever.

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Your Guide to Innovation in GI

June 22, 2017

Keep up to date with the latest advances in GI by reading the 2017 AGA Tech Summit Report.

CGH

Tetrahydrocannabinol Does Not Reduce Pain in Patients With Chronic Abdominal Pain in a Phase 2 Placebo-controlled Study

June 22, 2017

We found no difference between THC and placebo tablets in reducing pain measures in patients with chronic abdominal pain.

News

Gastroenterology Selects Recipient of First Editorial Fellowship

June 21, 2017

Congrats to Dr. Eric Shah, who will embark on a one-year editorial fellowship with Gastroenterology.

Press Release

Task Force Presents New Ranking of Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests

June 20, 2017

Colonoscopy and FIT tests are recommended as first line screening tests for average risk patients beginning at age 50.

News

Watch Highlighted Microbiome Sessions from DDW® 2017

June 20, 2017

Highlights include how the gut cross-talks with the brain, cutting-edge research on the gut microbiome, diet-induced changes in gut microbiota and more.

News

MIPS Group Reporting: Registration Period Ends June 30

June 20, 2017

Determine whether your group needs to register to use the CMS Web Interface.

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Be Recognized for Your Dedication to the GI Field

June 20, 2017

AGA is accepting applications for fellowship until July 31. Apply today.

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UpToDate® is Your Resource for Evidence-Based Clinical Information

June 19, 2017

Gain access to the latest developments in the field, make more efficient diagnoses, earn CME and more.

News

Member Benefit Spotlight: GastroSlides

June 15, 2017

Free access to AGA's GastroSlides is now a member benefit.

Press Release

New Study: Unsaturated Fat Associated with Fatty Liver Disease

June 14, 2017

CMGH researchers report on the role of macronutrients in the development of metabolically unhealthy obesity.

On Demand

Advent of Biosimilar Products in US GI Practice

June 8, 2017

Advent of Biosimilar Products in US GI Practice

Press Release

Prebiotics Reduce Body Fat in Overweight Children

June 7, 2017

New Gastroenterology research finds prebiotics prevent obesity in children by altering the gut microbiome.

CGH

Spontaneous Expulsion per Rectum of Colonic Lipoma

June 7, 2017

A 62-year-old man presented with constipation and abdominal pain. Physical examination revealed marked abdominal distention.

On Demand

UpToDate®

June 5, 2017

Produced in cooperation with AGA, UpToDate® is a subscription-based clinical information resource available online, on CD-ROM and on handheld devices. Each month, a free topic is made available on the AGA website.

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Timely Use of Probiotics in Hospitalized Adults Prevents C difficile Infection: A Systematic Review

June 1, 2017

Dr. Nicole T Shen discusses her manuscript "Timely Use of Probiotics in Hospitalized Adults Prevents Clostridium difficile Infection: A Systematic Review With Meta-Regression Analysis," for the June 2017 issue of Gastroenterology. To view manuscript click here: http://bit.ly/2rl46Gk.

Gastroenterology

Timely Use of Probiotics in Hospitalized Adults Prevents Clostridium difficile Infection: A Systematic Review With Meta-Regression Analysis

June 1, 2017

We performed an updated systematic review to help guide clinical practice.

Gastroenterology

Patient Age, Sex, and Inflammatory Bowel Disease Phenotype Associate With Course of Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis

June 1, 2017

We aimed to estimate the risk of disease progression based on distinct clinical phenotypes in a large international cohort of patients with PSC.

Video

Association of Provider Specialty and Multi-disciplinary Care With HCC Treatment and Mortality

June 1, 2017

Drs. Marina Serper and David E. Kaplan discuss their manuscript "Association of Provider Specialty and Multi-disciplinary Care With Hepatocellular Carcinoma Treatment and Mortality," for the June 2017 issue of Gastroenterology. To view manuscript click here http://bit.ly/2qkpCc5.

Gastroenterology

Solute Carrier Family 39 Member 6 Gene Promotes Aggressiveness of Esophageal Carcinoma Cells by Increasing Intracellular Levels of Zinc, Activating Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinase Signaling, and Up-regulating Genes That Regulate Metastasis

June 1, 2017

We investigated the function of SLC39A6 and ways in which this variant affects tumor progression by studying ESCC samples and cell lines.

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2017-18 AGA GI Resource Catalog

May 30, 2017

Whether it’s the latest in clinical education, cutting-edge science or navigating the future of medicine, AGA has you covered. Find resources to address all of your professional needs in the GI Resource Catalog.

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Press Release

AGA Plans Education About IBD & Pregnancy

May 18, 2017

UCB provides support, research and education of health-care professionals and patients surrounding the issue.

Press Release

Dr. Sheila Crowe Becomes President of AGA

May 9, 2017

Welcome to our new president! Dr. Crowe took the reins at the end of DDW®.

Press Release

Prestigious AGA Recognition Awards Presented to GI Leaders

May 8, 2017

AGA's highest honor is presented to Anil K. Rustgi, MD, AGAF.

Press Release

Compilation of Research Showcases Latest Advances in Obesity Treatment

May 3, 2017

Special issue of Gastroenterology provides state-of-the-art reviews covering key issues regarding the pathogenesis, pathophysiology and therapy of obesity.

Video

High Incidence of Celiac Disease in a Long-term Study of Adolescents With Susceptibility Genotypes

May 3, 2017

Dr. Edwin Liu discusses his manuscript "High Incidence of Celiac Disease in a Long-term Study of Adolescents With Susceptibility Genotypes." To view abstract click here http://bit.ly/2pHWEWY.

Video

Major Gastrointestinal Bleeding Often Is Caused by Occult Malignancy in Patients Receiving Warfarin or Dabigatran to Prevent Stroke and Systemic Embolism From Atrial Fibrillation

May 3, 2017

Dr. Kathryn F. Flack discusses her manuscript "Major Gastrointestinal Bleeding Often Is Caused by Occult Malignancy in Patients Receiving Warfarin or Dabigatran to Prevent Stroke and Systemic Embolism From Atrial Fibrillation" To view manuscript click here http://bit.ly/2px37nc.

Press Release

AGA Research Highlights at Digestive Disease Week® 2017

May 3, 2017

Guide for media attending DDW 2017.

Press Release

Introducing the 2017 Class of AGA Research Foundation Awardees

April 28, 2017

AGA is thrilled to recognize 52 promising investigators with research funding.

Press Release

AGA and Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Partner to Address Effective Patient-Provider Health Communication in the IBD Community

April 11, 2017

Program aims to address gaps in effective communication and shared decision-making.

Press Release

AGA Releases Best Practice Advice on Long-Term PPI Use

April 7, 2017

Health-care professionals should weigh the risks and benefits of use for common conditions

Information for Patients

Hepatitis (Other) 101: Alcoholic Hepatitis

March 31, 2017

Learn more about Alcoholic Hepatitis in this patient companion, based on the AGA Clinical Practice Update "Medical Management of Severe Alcoholic Hepatitis."

Information for Patients

Barrett's Esophagus 107: Low-Grade Dysplasia in Barrett's Esophagus

March 31, 2017

Learn more about Low-Grade Dysplasia in Barrett's Esophagus in this patient companion, based on the AGA Clinical Practice Update "Diagnosis and Management of Low-Grade Dysplasia in Barrett's Esophagus."

Information for Patients

IBD 114: Managing Crohn's Disease after Surgery

March 31, 2017

Learn more about Managing Crohn's Disease After Surgery, based on the AGA Clinical Guideline "Management of Crohn's Disease After Surgical Resection."

Information for Patients

GERD 107: Long-term Use of Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)

March 31, 2017

Learn more about PPIs for the treatment of GERD in this patient companion, based on the AGA Clinical Practice Update "The Risks and Benefits of Long-term Use of Proton Pump Inhibitors."

On Demand

AGA Member Benefit – Free Digital Pocket Guidelines

March 28, 2017

Pocket Guidelines

Press Release

The Gut Microbiota Decade: A Major Discovery That Will Shape the Future of Medical Practice

March 9, 2017

Leading experts will gather this weekend in Paris to review the major discoveries from the last ten years around gut microbiota.

Press Release

AGA and Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Announce Conference Partnership

March 9, 2017

Inaugural Crohn’s & Colitis Congress for health-care professionals and researchers to take place in Las Vegas in January 2018.

Video

Identification of the Best Direct-Acting Antiviral Regimen for Patients With Hepatitis C Virus Genotype 3 Infection: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis

March 1, 2017

Drs. Drenth and Berden discuss their manuscript "Identification of the Best Direct-Acting Antiviral Regimen for Patients With Hepatitis C Virus Genotype 3 Infection: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis." To view abstract click http://bit.ly/2m9bXGa.

Press Release

18 GIs to Watch: The Newest Class of AGA Future Leaders

Feb. 27, 2017

The 18 GIs selected to participate in the 2017-2018 program have the potential to make a significant impact on the specialty.

Press Release

AGA Releases Obesity Practice Guide

Feb. 27, 2017

Gastroenterologists should address obesity with their patients and provide early therapy.

Press Release

March Health News: It's Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Feb. 22, 2017

CRC is the 2nd leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., but it can be prevented through timely screening.

Guideline

Management of Crohn's Disease After Surgical Resection

Feb. 16, 2017

Management of Crohn's Disease After Surgical Resection

Guideline

Management of Acute Liver Failure

Feb. 16, 2017

Management of Acute Liver Failure

Information for Patients

IBD 110: Clostridium Difficile (C. Diff) in IBD Patients

Feb. 8, 2017

This patient guide will help patients with IBD diagnosed with C. diff better understand the treatment options that are available for them.

On Demand

The IBD Clinic: Continuity of Care in IBD — From Diagnosis to Management

Feb. 2, 2017

Enhance your current understanding of IBD patient care and address knowledge gaps using a series of case challenges with interactive questions.

Video

Isocaloric Diets High in Animal or Plant Protein Reduce Liver Fat and Inflammation in Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes

Feb. 1, 2017

Mariya Markova discusses her manuscript "Isocaloric Diets High in Animal or Plant Protein Reduce Liver Fat and Inflammation in Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes." To view abstract click here http://bit.ly/2kW41bM.

Guideline

Medical Management of Microscopic Colitis

Jan. 18, 2017

Medical Management of Microscopic Colitis

Press Release

PET Scans Can Inform and Improve Treatment for Patients With Esophageal Cancer

Jan. 17, 2017

Highlighted research from the 2017 Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium, co-sponsored by AGA.

Press Release

Physical Activity Linked to Longer Survival in Advanced Colorectal Cancer

Jan. 17, 2017

Highlighted research from the 2017 Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium, co-sponsored by AGA.

Press Release

Watch-and-Wait Approach for Rectal Cancer Appears an Option for More Patients

Jan. 17, 2017

Highlighted research from the 2017 Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium, co-sponsored by AGA.

On Demand

2017 AGA Postgraduate Course USB

Jan. 11, 2017

Look to the future of GI and step beyond basic learning by ordering the USB from the 2017 AGA Postgraduate Course: The Full Scope of GI Advances.

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On Demand

2017 AGA Postgraduate Course Combo Package

Jan. 11, 2017

Order the 2017 AGA Postgraduate Course USB/online session combo package and receive up to $65 off of the regular combined price.

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2017 AGA Postgraduate Course eSyllabus

Jan. 11, 2017

Order the eSyllabus from the 2017 AGA Postgraduate Course: The Full Scope of GI Advances and gain access to a multi-topic course taught by world-renowned leaders.

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Guideline

Management of Acute Diverticulitis

Jan. 6, 2017

Management of Acute Diverticulitis

Guideline

Management of Acute Diverticulitis

Jan. 6, 2017

Management of Acute Diverticulitis

On Demand

2017 AGA Postgraduate Course Online Sessions

Jan. 4, 2017

Order the on-demand online sessions from the 2017 AGA Postgraduate Course: The Full Scope of GI Advances to learn key treatment advances that you can immediately implement in your practice.

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Video

Similar Efficacy of Proton-Pump Inhibitors vs H2-Receptor Antagonists in Reducing Risk of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding or Ulcers in High-Risk Users of Low-Dose Aspirin

Jan. 2, 2017

Dr. Francis K. L. Chan discusses his manuscript "Similar Efficacy of Proton-Pump Inhibitors vs H2-Receptor Antagonists in Reducing Risk of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding or Ulcers in High-Risk Users of Low-Dose Aspirin." To view abstract click http://bit.ly/2ijVQVh.

Video

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Alters Gastric Physiology and Induces Loss of Body Weight in Obese Individuals

Jan. 2, 2017

Dr. Barham A. Dayyeh discusses his manuscript "Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Alters Gastric Physiology and Induces Loss of Body Weight in Obese Individuals." To view abstract click http://bit.ly/2hXJjUm. This video is also available on this channel in Arabic. Visit https://youtu.be/RAllrywObDk

Information for Patients

Obesity 105: Treatment Options

Dec. 22, 2016

Information for Patients

Obesity 104: Conditions Linked to Obesity

Dec. 22, 2016

Information for Patients

Obesity 102: Causes and Risk Factors

Dec. 22, 2016

Information for Patients

Obesity 103: Questions for Your Doctor

Dec. 22, 2016

Information for Patients

Obesity 101: What is Obesity?

Dec. 22, 2016

Information for Patients

Obesity 106: Physician Discussion Guide

Dec. 22, 2016

Book

AGA Institute Guidebook to ABIM Recertification: 2016 Update (PDF)

Dec. 7, 2016

ABIM guidebooks from the AGA Institute provide concise one- to two-page monographs linked to each of the questions in the corresponding ABIM Recertification Module.

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Press Release

AGA and The Dannon Company Recognize Microbiome Leader Dr. Gary Wu

Dec. 7, 2016

Dr. Wu received the 2017 AGA-Dannon Gut Microbiome in Health Award for his work studying the impact of diet on the human gut microbiome.

Video

Combination of Mass Cytometry and Imaging Analysis Reveals Origin, Location, and Functional Repopulation of Liver Myeloid Cells in Mice

Nov. 24, 2016

Dr. Gustavo B. Menezes discusses his manuscript "Combination of Mass Cytometry and Imaging Analysis Reveals Origin, Location, and Functional Repopulation of Liver Myeloid Cells in Mice." To view abstract click http://bit.ly/2gssMab.

Video

Y90 Radioembolization Significantly Prolongs Time to Progression Compared With Chemoembolization in Patients With Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Nov. 24, 2016

Dr. Riad Salem discusses his manuscript "Y90 Radioembolization Significantly Prolongs Time to Progression Compared With Chemoembolization in Patients With Hepatocellular Carcinoma." To view abstract click http://bit.ly/2gRHzP7.

Video

Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis

Oct. 19, 2016

Andrea Gossard, APRN, CNP, 2016 co-course director of Principles of GI, delivers an overview talk on what you need to know about primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC).

Video

Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)

Oct. 19, 2016

Lawrence S. Kim, MD, FACG, AGAF, 2016 co-course director of Principles of GI, provides a fundamental presentation on endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) and its uses in clinical practice.

Information for Patients

IBD 109: Pregnancy and IBD

Oct. 14, 2016

Video

ADAR-Mediated RNA Editing Predicts Progression and Prognosis of Gastric Cancer

Sept. 29, 2016

Drs. Patrick Tan and Leilei Chan discuss their manuscript "ADAR-Mediated RNA Editing Predicts Progression and Prognosis of Gastric Cancer." To view abstract http://bit.ly/2ddLilu.

On Demand

Evidence-Based Treatment for Patients with HCV: Developing Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Experts

Sept. 23, 2016

This interactive e-publication explores clinical evidence and guideline recommendations for the management of patients with chronic hepatitis C virus, including the efficacy, safety, and limitations of currently available therapies.

On Demand

Compliance and Keeping Out of Trouble

Sept. 15, 2016

Dr. Glenn Littenberg presents on compliance for practicing GIs at the 2016 AGA Regional Practice Skills Workshops.

On Demand

Interpreting and Negotiating Employment and Compensation Contracts

Sept. 15, 2016

Attorney Scott Roman discusses employment negotiation and compensation at the 2016 AGA Regional Practice Workshops.

On Demand

Private Practice, Group Practice and Industry

Sept. 15, 2016

Dr. Thomas Yen presents on life in private and group practices during the 2016 AGA Regional Practice Skills Workshops.

On Demand

Finding and Preparing for Interviews

Sept. 15, 2016

Dr. C. Richard Boland discusses how to prepare for interviews and get the job you want at the 2016 AGA Regional Practice Skills Workshops.

On Demand

First, Know Thyself: A Self-Assessment Program on Management of IBD

Sept. 15, 2016

Test your current knowledge of IBD care through a series of multiple choice questions that include case vignettes.

On Demand

Health-Care Reform: The Future is You

Sept. 15, 2016

Dr. Glenn Littenberg discusses the latest updates in health-care reform and how they may impacts GIs during the 2016 AGA Regional Practice Skills Workshops.

On Demand

Kaiser Health-Care System

Sept. 15, 2016

Dr. Heather Patton presents an overview of working in private health system during the 2016 AGA Regional Practice Skills Workshops.

On Demand

OIC Part 1: Recommendations on Initiating Prescription Therapies for Opioid-Induced Constipation

Aug. 31, 2016

This webinar will discuss an optimal symptom-based method for assessing opioid-induced constipation in clinical practice and a threshold of symptom severity to prompt consideration of prescription therapy.

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On Demand

OIC Part 2: Recommendations on Initiating Prescription Therapies for Opioid-Induced Constipation

Aug. 31, 2016

This webinar will discuss an optimal symptom-based method for assessing opioid-induced constipation in clinical practice and a threshold of symptom severity to prompt consideration of prescription therapy.

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Mucosal Healing Is Associated With Improved Long-term Outcomes of Patients With Ulcerative Colitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Aug. 23, 2016

Dr. Shailja Shah discusses her manuscript "Mucosal Healing Is Associated With Improved Long-term Outcomes of Patients With Ulcerative Colitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis" To view abstract http://bit.ly/2beNC8N.

On Demand

Capacity Building in Hepatitis C: Treating Special Populations

Aug. 19, 2016

Keep current with insight from experts on recent developments in the treatment of special populations with hepatitis C, including clinical data regarding the efficacy, safety and limitations of currently available therapies.

On Demand

Capacity Building in Hepatitis C: Choosing and Optimizing Treatment

Aug. 19, 2016

Keep current with insight from experts on recent developments in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C, including how cirrhosis impacts treatment decisions for patients.

On Demand

IBS-D Treatment: Incorporating Effective Strategies in a New Era

Aug. 16, 2016

This e-publication provides clinical evidence and expert insight to help clinicians better diagnose patients with IBS-D and incorporate the use of new agents into clinical practice.

Video

Avoidance of Fiber Is Associated With Greater Risk of Crohn’s Disease Flare in a 6-Month Period

Aug. 1, 2016

Dr. Carol S. Brotherton discusses her manuscript "Avoidance of Fiber Is Associated With Greater Risk of Crohn’s Disease Flare in a 6-Month Period." To view abstract http://bit.ly/2aiXIHR.

Video

Rectal Indomethacin Reduces Pancreatitis in High- and Low-Risk Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography

Aug. 1, 2016

Dr. Nikhil R. Thiruvengadam discusses his manuscript "Rectal Indomethacin Reduces Pancreatitis in High- and Low-Risk Patients Undergoing Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography."

Video

Risks of Bleeding Recurrence and Cardiovascular Events With Continued Aspirin Use After Lower Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage

Aug. 1, 2016

Dr. Francis K.L. Chan discusses his manuscript "Risks of Bleeding Recurrence and Cardiovascular Events With Continued Aspirin Use After Lower Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage."

Video

Ethnic Variations in Duodenal Villous Atrophy Consistent With Celiac Disease in the United States

Aug. 1, 2016

Dr. Anna Krigel discusses her manuscript "Ethnic Variations in Duodenal Villous Atrophy Consistent With Celiac Disease in the United States." To view abstract http://bit.ly/2ahm5Jp.

Video

Association Between Circulating Levels of C-Reactive Protein and Interleukin-6 and Risk of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

July 19, 2016

Dr. Paul J. Lochhead discusses his manuscript "Association Between Circulating Levels of C-Reactive Protein and Interleukin-6 and Risk of Inflammatory Bowel Disease." To view abstract http://bit.ly/25jS5hH.

Video

No Association Between CEL - HYB Hybrid Allele and Chronic Pancreatitis in Asian Populations

July 19, 2016

Dr. Zhuan Liao discusses his manuscript "No Association Between CEL–HYB Hybrid Allele and Chronic Pancreatitis in Asian Populations."

Information for Patients

Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) 101: What is Hepatitis C? (Spanish)

July 12, 2016

Information for Patients

Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) 102: Symptoms (Spanish)

July 12, 2016

Information for Patients

Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) 103: Getting Tested (Spanish)

July 12, 2016

Information for Patients

Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) 104: Treatment (Spanish)

July 12, 2016

Information for Patients

All Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) (Spanish)

July 12, 2016

Information for Patients

IBD 102: What is Crohn's Disease? (Spanish)

July 12, 2016

Information for Patients

IBD 101: What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease? (Spanish)

July 12, 2016

Information for Patients

Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) 105: Living with HCV (Spanish)

July 12, 2016

Book

2016 Postgraduate Course eSyllabus

Feb. 29, 2016

Order the online syllabus from the 2016 AGA Postgraduate Course and have access to a comprehensive outline of course sessions, teaching you critical updates for 2016.

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2016 Postgraduate Course Syllabus (Book)

Feb. 22, 2016

Order the printed syllabus from the 2016 AGA Postgraduate Course: Cognitive and Technical Skills for the Gastroenterologist and learn about the newest advances that will help you make confident decisions for your patients.

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Guideline

Endoscopic Biopsies

Oct. 19, 2015

American Gastroenterological Association Institute Guideline on the Role of Upper Gastrointestinal Biopsy to Evaluate Dyspepsia in the Adult Patient in the Absence of Visible Mucosal Lesions

Guideline

Diagnosis and Management of Lynch Syndrome

Oct. 19, 2015

Lynch Syndrome is caused by a genetic mutation that increases a person’s risk for certain cancers. One in every 440 Americans has Lynch Syndrome, but the majority of these people have not been diagnosed. A doctor can estimate a person’s risk of having Lynch Syndrome based on their family history of cancer. A blood test can confirm the diagnosis. To prevent colorectal cancer, people with Lynch Syndrome should undergo a colonoscopy every 1-2 years, starting in their twenties. They may also consider taking aspirin every day.

Book

2014 AGA Clinical Congress eSyllabus

June 24, 2015

Get practical information that will help enhance your clinical decision-making skills and overall delivery of patient care.

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Guideline

Pancreatic Cysts

May 29, 2015

Pancreatic Cysts

Guideline

Managing CRC Risk in IBD Patients

April 16, 2015

Colorectal Neoplasia in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Diagnosis and Management

Book

Going into Practice: A Guide for the GI Physician - PDF

April 10, 2015

An excellent resource to help you navigate the pros and cons of different practice environments.

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Book

IBD Self-Management: The AGA Guide to Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis (2nd Ed.)

April 10, 2015

Help your patients better manage their condition. In "IBD Self-Management," they will learn how to cope with flares, get the nutrition they need and understand their medications and surgical options.

Book

Master Your IBS: An 8-Week Program to Control the Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

April 10, 2015

This publication provides readers with strategies on how to reduce the severity and frequency of IBS symptoms, without special diets, drugs or equipment.

Book

2015 Spring Postgraduate Course Syllabus (Book)

April 10, 2015

Order the printed syllabus from the 2015 postgraduate course, Evidence That Will Change Your Practice: New Advances for Common Clinical Problems, and learn critical data that will change your understanding of disease and your clinical practice.

Guideline

Lynch Syndrome

March 26, 2015

Guidelines on Genetic Evaluation and Management of Lynch Syndrome: A Consensus Statement by the US Multi-Society Task Force on Colorectal Cancer

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A Challenging Case of Progressive Enteritis

March 12, 2015

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A Rare Cause of Neonatal Obstructive Jaundice

March 12, 2015

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A 14-Year-Old Boy With a Painful Abdominal Mass

March 12, 2015

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A Problem Within

March 12, 2015

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A Rare Cause of Intermittent Epigastric Pain and Melena in a 38-Year-Old Man

March 12, 2015

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A Rare Case of Chronic Diarrhea

March 12, 2015

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Got Milk? An Unusual Cause of Abdominal Pain

March 12, 2015

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An Unusual Incidental Finding in a Patient With Colon Perforation

March 12, 2015

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A Sinister Cause of Hematemesis

March 12, 2015

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An Unusual Case of Nausea and Vomiting

March 12, 2015

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Gastroenterology Podcast January 2015: A Review of Gut–Liver Axis in Alcoholic Liver Disease

Feb. 13, 2015

Audio

CGH Podcast January 2015: Gastrointestinal Bleeding After Implantation of Ventricular Assist Devices

Feb. 13, 2015

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Multifocal Pancreatic Tumors in a Young Woman

Jan. 26, 2015

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Abdominal Pain and Ileocolitis in a 51-Year-Old Woman

Jan. 26, 2015

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Multiple Masses in the Colon of a Patient With Ulcerative Colitis

Jan. 26, 2015

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Recurring Rare Liver Tumor Presenting With Hypoglycemia

Jan. 26, 2015

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Two Wrongs, One Right

Jan. 26, 2015

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What Are These Yellow Deposits in the Duodenum?

Jan. 26, 2015

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An Unexpected Cause of Intestinal Obstruction in an Uncommon Site

Jan. 26, 2015

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A Symptomatic Anorectal Polyp

Jan. 26, 2015

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To Band or Not to Band…

Jan. 26, 2015

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Melena and Hyperammonemic Seizures in a Turner Syndrome Patient

Jan. 26, 2015

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Gastroenterology Podcast December 2014: Clinical Management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Dec. 31, 2014

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CGH Podcast November 2014: Mesalamine Dosage and Fecal Calprotectin in Patients With Quiescent Ulcerative Colitis

Nov. 26, 2014

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Gastroenterology Podcast November 2014: Comparing Fecal Immunochemical Tests and Colonoscopy in Familial Colorectal Cancer Screening

Nov. 26, 2014

Guideline

Hepatitis B Reactivation

Oct. 31, 2014

Hepatitis B Reactivation During Immunosuppressive Drug Therapy

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Gastroenterology Podcast October 2014: Risk of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding from Combinations of Drugs

Oct. 15, 2014

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CGH Podcast October 2014: How Gastroenterologists Can Demonstrate Value

Oct. 15, 2014

Book

The No-Diet Obesity Solution for Kids

Sept. 17, 2014

The No-Diet Obesity Solution for Kids provides the parents of your overweight and obese pediatric patients with practical advice, stories, and examples from other families and children.

Book

Real Life with Celiac Disease: Troubleshooting and Thriving Gluten Free

Sept. 17, 2014

Experts from around the world, including the Celiac Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, share their knowledge of celiac disease in more than 50 case-based chapters.

Guideline

Pharmacological Management of IBS

Sept. 14, 2014

American Gastroenterological Association Institute Guideline on the Pharmacological Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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Gastroenterology Podcast September 2014: Vedolizumab for Crohn’s Patients After TNF Therapy Has Failed

Sept. 3, 2014

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CGH Podcast September 2014: Restarting Infliximab in IBD Patients with Prior Loss of Response

Sept. 3, 2014

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Gastroenterology Podcast August 2014: Factors That Could Affect Colorectal Cancer Screening Strategies

Aug. 1, 2014

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CGH Podcast August 2014: Evolution of Hepatitis C Virus Treatment

Aug. 1, 2014

Guideline

Management of Lynch Syndrome

July 12, 2014

Guideline

Bowel Cleansing for Colonoscopy

July 2, 2014

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CGH Podcast July 2014: Management of Dyslipidemia as a Cardiovascular Risk Factor in NAFLD Patients

July 1, 2014

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Gastroenterology Podcast July 2014: Adverse Outcomes Associated with Drug-Induced Liver Injury

July 1, 2014

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CGH Podcast June 2014: PPIs and NSAID–Related Lower Gastrointestinal Adverse Events

June 10, 2014

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Gastroenterology Podcast June 2014: Managing Celiac Disease Beyond a Gluten-Free Diet

May 30, 2014

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Gastroenterology Podcast May 2014: Impact of the Hepatopulmonary Syndrome MELD Exception Policy on Outcomes of Patients After Liver Transplantation

May 1, 2014

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CGH Podcast May 2014: History, Genetics, and Strategies for Cancer Prevention in Lynch Syndrome

May 1, 2014

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CGH Podcast April 2014: Prevalence of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in the U.S.

April 1, 2014

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Gastroenterology Podcast April 2014: Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor Monotherapy vs Combination Therapy for Inflammatory Bowel Disease

April 1, 2014

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Gastroenterology Podcast March 2014: Telaprevir Twice Daily Is Noninferior to Telaprevir Every 8 Hours for Chronic Hepatitis C

March 21, 2014

Guideline

Barrett's Esophagus

March 5, 2014

Barrett's Esophagus

Guideline

Colonoscopy After Cancer Resection

March 5, 2014

Colonoscopy Surveillance After Cancer Resection

Guideline

Acute Pancreatitis

March 4, 2014

Acute Pancreatitis

Guideline

Constipation

March 4, 2014

American Gastroenterological Association Medical Position Statement on Constipation

Guideline

Managing CRC Risk in IBD Patients

March 4, 2014

Colorectal Neoplasia in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Diagnosis and Management

Guideline

Drug Therapy for Crohn’s

March 4, 2014

Inflammatory Crohn’s Disease: Thiopurines, Methotrexate and Anti-TNF-Alpha Biologic Drugs for Induction and Maintenance of Remission

AGA Statement: Senate Bill Puts Patient Access to Health Care in Peril

Your Guide to Innovation in GI

Recommendations for CRC Screening

MIPS Group Reporting: Registration Ends June 30

AGA Statement: Senate Bill Puts Patient Access to Health Care in Peril

Your Guide to Innovation in GI

Recommendations for CRC Screening

MIPS Group Reporting: Registration Ends June 30

News

AGA Statement: Senate Bill Puts Patient Access to Health Care in Peril

June 27, 2017

Mark Your Calendar: 2018 AGA Grants Cycle Announced

June 27, 2017

Deadline Extended to Submit to CMGH Organoids and Engineered Organ Systems Special Issue

June 27, 2017

Genetic Testing for GI Cancer Risk

June 27, 2017

Connecting the Dots Between Antibiotics, Diet and the Gut Microbiome

June 27, 2017

2017 AGA Measures Proposed to Continue in 2018 MIPS

June 26, 2017

Do More People Have Celiac Disease in the North vs the South?

June 26, 2017

Watch IBD Program Highlights from DDW® 2017

June 26, 2017

2018 is a MACRA Transition Year with New Flexibilities

June 26, 2017

New WHO Report: More Work Needed to Diagnose, Treat Viral Hepatitis Worldwide

June 22, 2017

IBD: Research Showing Yoga as Effective Complementary Tx

June 22, 2017

Prophylaxis for Stress Ulcers With Proton Pump Inhibitors Is Not Associated With Increased Risk of Bloodstream Infections in the Intensive Care Unit

June 22, 2017

Risk of Rectal Cancer After Colectomy for Patients With Ulcerative Colitis: A National Cohort Study

June 22, 2017

Gastrostomies Preserve But Do Not Increase Quality of Life for Patients and Caregivers

June 22, 2017

Temporal Trends in Initiation of Therapy With Tumor Necrosis Factor Antagonists for Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Population-based Analysis

June 22, 2017

Urine Interleukin 18 and Lipocalin 2 Are Biomarkers of Acute Tubular Necrosis in Patients With Cirrhosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

June 22, 2017

White Paper AGA: The Impact of Mental and Psychosocial Factors on the Care of Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

June 22, 2017

Mood and Anxiety Disorders Precede Development of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders in Patients but Not in the Population

June 22, 2017

GOP Unveils Health-Care Bill

June 22, 2017

Clinical Manifestations of Helicobacter pylori–Negative Gastritis

June 22, 2017

Increasing Number of Passes Beyond 4 Does Not Increase Sensitivity of Detection of Pancreatic Malignancy by Endoscopic Ultrasound–Guided Fine-Needle Aspiration

June 22, 2017

Dysphagia Caused by Extrinsic Esophageal Compression From Mediastinal Lymphadenopathy in Patients With Sarcoidosis

June 22, 2017

Hepatic Hydatid Cysts Causing Biliary Obstruction

June 22, 2017

Task Force Releases Updated Recommendations for Colorectal Cancer Screening

June 22, 2017

Recurrent Ileal Subocclusion Related to Multiple Polyps and Misdiagnosed as Crohn’s Disease

June 22, 2017

Phytobezoar-Induced Small-Bowel Obstruction Successfully Diagnosed and Treated by Single-Balloon Enteroscopy

June 22, 2017

Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding Caused by Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangectasia

June 22, 2017

Cryptosporidium Pouchitis

June 22, 2017

Your Guide to Innovation in GI

June 22, 2017

Tetrahydrocannabinol Does Not Reduce Pain in Patients With Chronic Abdominal Pain in a Phase 2 Placebo-controlled Study

June 22, 2017

Gastroenterology Selects Recipient of First Editorial Fellowship

June 21, 2017

Task Force Presents New Ranking of Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests

June 20, 2017

Watch Highlighted Microbiome Sessions from DDW® 2017

June 20, 2017

MIPS Group Reporting: Registration Period Ends June 30

June 20, 2017

Be Recognized for Your Dedication to the GI Field

June 20, 2017

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