Support the next generation of diverse pediatric GI leaders! NASPGHAN Foundation’s Teaching for an Inclusive Tomorrow (TFIT) Scholarship Program encourages talented pediatric residents and medical students from a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to explore careers in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition. Applications for the 2026 TFiT program are now open through July
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Applications are now open for the 2026 DEEP Program: Developing Educators and Expert Presenters. Now in its third year, the interactive program has helped more than 40 NASPGHAN members strengthen their presentation skills, build confidence as educators and prepare for future speaking opportunities. The program includes virtual instruction, small-group presentation practice and expert feedback. Participation
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Children and adolescents hospitalized with active inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at increased risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE), a serious complication that can significantly impact patient outcomes. SToP VTE: Standardized Tool for Prophylaxis VTE is an evidence-based educational course designed to help healthcare providers implement standardized VTE risk assessment and prophylaxis protocols at their institutions.
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July 29 8PM ET Join NASPGHAN’s Neurogastroenterology and Motility Committee for an expert-led webinar focused on the evaluation and management of post-surgical patients with Hirschsprung disease. This 60-minute session will explore long-term post-surgical complications, including fecal incontinence, obstructive symptoms, constipation, Hirschsprung-associated enterocolitis, and postoperative anatomical complications associated with various surgical techniques. Through three focused presentations
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⏰ 7 days left until the July 1 deadline. If you’ve started your NASPGHAN Foundation grant application, now is the time to finish it. Don’t miss this opportunity to secure funding for your research and career development. Apply today: https://naspghan.org/research/naspghan-foundation-grants-2/
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The North American Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN) is pleased to announce the joint guidelines with The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) and the American Society of Transplantation (AST)
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To recognize PRIDE Month, we highlight a member of NASPGHAN who is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community.
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June 12 is International Button Battery Awareness Day, a global effort to raise awareness about the serious dangers of button battery ingestion in children. Each year, more than 3,500 children suffer serious injuries from button battery ingestion around the world. These small batteries, found in many everyday household items, can cause life-threatening damage within hours
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NASPGHAN is proud to recognize June as PRIDE Month. We support and acknowledge the contributions of our members in the LGBTQIA+ Community. Our society is committed to improving our diversity and providing equitable and inclusive programs and positions to all members. LGBTQIA+ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, and the ‘+’ represents
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing clinical and academic work. Join NASPGHAN on Tuesday, June 16, for Practical Applications of Generative AI in Pediatric GI, a live webinar designed to help pediatric GI providers use AI tools effectively, responsibly and practically. This session will introduce generative AI and Large Language Models, including tools such as ChatGPT,
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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