As grant submission deadlines draw closer, visit LearnOnLine to get answers to your most frequently asked questions, and learn how to apply for one of the numerous NASPGHAN Foundation grants available in 2024! Join the co-chairs of the NASPGHAN Grants Subcommittee of the Research Committee for an informative session on “how to apply” to the
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In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, NASPGHAN would like to pay tribute to the remarkable life and legacy of Dr. Emanuel Lebenthal, a pioneering figure in pediatric gastroenterology whose clinical and investigative work has touched the lives of countless children worldwide. As memorialized on the NASPGHAN Timeline, Dr. Lebenthal was the founding editor of
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In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Temara Hajjat talk to Dr. Jason Silverman about how social media can be used in pediatric gastroenterology for patient care, research, medical education, and professional development. Dr. Silverman is an Associate Professor in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition at Stollery Children's Hospital, where he is
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To recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, NASPGHAN would like to highlight Dr. Maria Mascarenhas, a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Nutrition and Integrative Medicine expert. Maria was born in Bangalore, India. After finishing medical school at St John’s Medical College, Bangalore, India, she moved to the US for a pediatric internship at Downstate Medical Center
read more In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Jennifer Lee talk to Dr. Michael Wilsey about the evaluation and management of esophageal strictures in children, including congenital strictures and those arising from eosinophilic esophagitis and caustic ingestions. Dr. Wilsey is an advanced endoscopist at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL and is
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Emerging Trends in Pediatric Esophageal Dysphagia There are multiple causes for esophageal dysphagia in children – some are congenital while others are acquired – and addressing swallowing issues in pediatric patients requires a comprehensive approach. It is vital for providers to understand the clinical presentations associated with these conditions. Join Emerging Trends in Pediatric Esophageal Dysphagia to
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NASPGHAN is proud to recognize April as Arab American Heritage Month and acknowledge the contributions of all our members with Arab heritage, regardless of nationality.
read more In this episode, Temara Hajjat and Jenn Lee interview Dr. Matthew Giefer and Dr. Brad Pasternak. Drs. Giefer and Pasternak share their experience advocating for the approval of medications for their patients. The discussion also covers the challenges involved in medication approval, how to approach your local and state representatives, and lobbying in Washington, D.C.
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The abstract submission site is now open on ! Click here for more information. Application Deadline is: June 6, 2024, 11:59 PM Eastern Time Abstract announcements will go out late July/early August
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To recognize Arab American Heritage Month, NASPGHAN would like to highlight Dr. Maisam Abu-El-Haija.
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The Association of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Nurses
Help & Hope for Children with Digestive Disorders
Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition
JPGN Reports