American Gastroenterological Association - Advancing the Science and Practice of Gastroenterology

AGA Research Awards

Help address the most significant problem in gastroenterology. Your contributions play a vital role in increasing support to maintain an adequate level of physician scientists to further the gastroenterology research.

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Technology Summit

The conference is intended for GI physician inventors, clinical investigators, medical device companies and investors to learn about the issues one must consider when bringing new technologies to the market.

Make your presence known by becoming an official Technology Summit sponsor. Packages range from the exclusive Platinum Level to the budget friendly Bronze Level. Benefits include company name and logo placement and complimentary registrations.

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Academic Skills Workshop

The Academic Skills Workshop, offered in conjunction with the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD), offers training on how to build academic opportunities for junior faculty and senior fellows in gastroenterology and hepatology. This unique workshop is designed to help participants better understand the academic process and develop skills that will help them succeed in the highly competitive academic environment. Topics covered include writing and obtaining grants, delivering effective oral presentations, preparing manuscripts, and reviewing funding opportunities, all tailored to address scientific content in specific to the field. The workshop also offers one-on-one mentoring sessions with experienced faculty based on area of research and individual meetings with NIH funding representatives about proposed research projects. Learn more.

AGA Clinical Congress of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Reach a captive audience for your products and services at this exciting meeting for GI clinicians. The Exhibit Hall's close proximity to general sessions and various interactive activities generate steady Hall traffic resulting in quality interaction opportunities with physicians and other key decision makers.

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The AGA Practice Skills Workshop – Pathways to Success

The AGA Practice Skills Workshop – Pathways to Success – offers a workshop designed exclusively for fellows and young gastroenterologists to acquire the necessary skills and information necessary to help build a successful clinical practice career. At the workshop, which is held on Sunday following the Clinical Congress, participants will learn about reimbursement strategies, practice options, evaluating and negotiating job opportunities, compliance issues, and more. Learn more.

GI LEARN

GI LEARN (Lifelong Education and Research Network) serves as the delivery portal for all online educational activities developed by the AGA Institute. Through GI LEARN members can access course capture for the Clinical Congress as well as custom developed activities such as the Nutrition Toolkit Series. GI LEARN also enables members to develop customized personal learning portfolios and acquire CME credit for Point of Care (POC) clinical searches. Finally, as part of the AGA’s strong commitment to its fellow members, GI LEARN also features several specific applications to meet this constituency’s education and training needs: an online procedure log, journal club and compilation of current suggested readings in gastroenterology and hepatology. GI LEARN will offer prospective supporters an opportunity to reach AGA members throughout their professional life cycle. Learn more.

Investing in the Future programs

Diversity Program

The number of minority gastroenterologists’ remains very small and the Investing in the Future: Promoting Diversity in GI program is intended to encourage highly qualified minority internal medicine residents to consider careers in gastroenterology.  A number of past participants have matched in GI fellowships and remain in communication with AGA key leaders.  It is not only a rewarding experience for the participants, but more importantly this meeting provides a foundation for their successful career in GI.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program

The Investing in the Future programs are designed to provide travel scholarships and special programming to GI fellows interested in a career in IBD clinical research and special programming for internal medicine residents who are interested in pursuing a GI career.  These programs have been held in conjunction with DDW the past five years and remain very successful.  A number of past participants have matched in GI fellowships and others remain in communication with AGA key leaders.

Focused Clinical Updates

DDW’s Focused Clinical Update (FCU) sessions feature novel views on emerging research on important areas of GI such as IBD, IBS, GERD and GI cancers. Each session is moderated by a renowned expert who reviews all of the numerous abstracts on the topic to be presented at DDW, and selects approximately 10 abstracts to showcase and discuss with the audience, in a lecture synthesizing the most important new findings. This rich cross section of DDW content consistently draws a strong attendance.

Coding Hotline

The AGA Coding and Billing Answer Line provides expert assistance to members and their staff by certified coders.  Each AGA members receives two free questions per month and additional questions can be purchased at a minimal fee.  The Answer Line can be accessed by a toll-free phone number, e-mail or fax and the response is guaranteed within two business days. Learn More.

Administrators Course at DDW®

This course provides practical strategies to practice managers/administrators in GI practices for improving efficiency, maximizing revenue, and preparing their practice for the ever-changing health care environment. Sessions are given by experts in their field including physicians, attorneys, certified coders, and experienced practice managers/administrators.

Quality and Practice Management Newsletter

This monthly e-newsletter provides the GI practice with timely information on any changes to reimbursement regulations and coding, as well as assistance in integrating quality and efficient practice management initiatives. Learn More.

GI Insights Satellite Radio Show and Podcasts

GI Insights has been a weekly series since the launch on May 19, 2008. There have been 67 original programs highlighting key areas in gastroenterology. These programs have aired over 550,000 times on XM 160. Each program airs for one week and is archived online. Sponsorships can be packaged into any number of weeks. Learn more.

Journal Podcasts

Podcasts feature expert commentary and topical discussion of articles from the latest issues of Gastroenterology and Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology in a convenient format for busy clinicians and scientists. More than 19,000 listeners accessed the podcasts in 2009, which are easily accessible and free via the AGA and journal sites, as well as iTunes. The sponsor is a key part of this important new media initiative and acknowledged wherever eyes or ears meet the podcasts: in each episode, on the Web site, and in all advertising.

No-Diet Obesity Solution for Kids book

A practical, responsible approach to childhood obesity focused on research-supported changes any family can make. Parents love this step-by-step guide that ends food power struggles and really works for kids. Can reprint for “Courtesy of…” cover credit.

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Master Your IBS book

IBS runs the lives of millions. Following in the steps of hundreds of study participants, readers can learn to take charge and decrease the effects of IBS symptoms through effective relaxation, awareness of trigger foods, and positive ways of thinking. No special diets, drugs, or equipment needed. .

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IBD Self-Management book

A Crohn’s and colitis expert empowers patients with the latest research on medications, surgeries, and flare prevention. Straight talk on nontraditional treatments, “healthy gut” diets, fistulas, cancer prevention, and more.

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Real Life with Celiac Disease book

More than 1 percent of the population has celiac disease but 90 percent don’t know it. Those with unexplained depression, infertility, bone degeneration, liver disease or trouble with balance may have undiagnosed celiac disease. Those already diagnosed will understand why they are still having symptoms, even though they’re eating gluten free; how to reverse malnutrition caused by untreated celiac disease; where to look for hidden gluten; which family members need to be tested for celiac disease; and much more. Clinicians, here’s the advice you need now to help the increasing number of patients coming to see you.

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AGA Institute/PAHCS Gastroenterology Coding Manual, Third Ed.

Published jointly from the AGA Center for GI Practice Management and Economics and PAHCS, this manual presents the essential elements of gastroenterology coding in a two-part, easy-to-use format designed for both the experienced coder and the novice.

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Going Into Practice Manual

The newly revised manual is designed to assist the GI physician in their last stage of training in choosing the practice environment that is the best fit for them.  For the physician who chooses to join a group or start a practice from scratch, the manual provides guidelines for making the right decision and instructions on what must be done to successfully start a practice.

EMR Field Guide for Gastroenterology

In this guide is the information GIs need to know about the essential clinical and functional elements of EMR systems that will meet the specialized needs of a gastroenterology practice. GIs will learn what to look for and how to sort through the options, plan your budget, develop workflows, identify interfaces, and evaluate templates, all with the goal of selecting and getting your EMR system up and running smoothly.

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Policies & Procedures for the GI Practice

Designed to assist solo and small-to-midsize GI practices, this resource provides guidance on developing and maintaining efficient, compliant, and customized written policies and procedures. Content included is modeled on successfully instituted policies and procedures from GI practices across the country.

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