Baby Shark Tank
Do you have an idea for a medical device that could change the field? Showcase your healthcare innovation at the NASPGHAN Annual Meeting. Applications due June 1st. Details here!
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30,000 Foot View of GI Issues in Children with Neuro Developmental Disorders
April 30, 2025 8PM ET Diagnosing and treating children with neurodevelopmental disorders – including autism, cerebral palsy, and other genetic conditions – presents a unique set of challenges for gastrointestinal disorders. These children often experience a higher prevalence of GI issues which can exacerbate their behavioral and sensory sensitivities. The overlap between GI symptoms and
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Developing Educators and Expert Presenters
We’re excited to bring back the DEEP Program for Year Two! Do you want to be a better presenter? Do you have an upcoming speaking engagement? Designed to develop a cohort of expert educators who will have the opportunity to improve their presentation skills and feel more confident in their ability to be considered for
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2025 Annual Meeting – Abstract Site Now Open!
The Abstract Submission Site is Now Open! Deadline to Submit will be June 1, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Click here to submit Dear NASPGHAN Members, We are excited to invite you to submit abstracts for consideration for presentation at the 2025 Annual Meeting. As you know, research plays a vital role in advancing
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Writing the Best Manuscript Possible (how to not drive reviewers crazy)
LIVE Webinar April 16, 2025 8PM ET The underlying premise of a publication-worthy manuscript (and the research supporting it) is that it provides insight to the readers regarding a clinically or biologically relevant question. This webinar aims to offer suggestions to fellow and junior faculty as to how to write the best manuscript possible. Our
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SToP VTE: STANDARDIZED TOOL FOR PROPHYLAXIS VTE
Children and adolescents hospitalized with active inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at increased risk for venous thromboembolism (VTE), which can have significant impacts on patient outcomes. This evidence-based course was created to educate healthcare providers about this risk and serve as a toolkit to guide development and implementation of standardized procedures for VTE risk screening
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World Obesity Day, March 4 – FISPGHAN Statement
On World Obesity Day, FISPGHAN reaffirms its commitment to tackling childhood obesity as a critical public health challenge affecting millions worldwide. Obesity is not just an individual concern but a global crisis requiring urgent prevention strategies. The Growing Burden of Childhood Obesity Over 37 million children under five are overweight and obese, and 160 million
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Crohn’s Disease: Culinary Medicine
Crohn’s Disease: Culinary Medicine March 19, 2025 8PM ET The latest installment of our Culinary Medicine series brings you Crohn’s Disease and the Crohn’s Disease Exclusion Diet (CDED). The first segment of the live webinar will offer a medical presentation by a physician who will discuss nutrition therapies for inflammatory bowel disease, focusing mainly on
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Grant Writing
April 2, 2025 * 8pm ET Join the co-chairs of the NASPGHAN Grants Subcommittee of the Research Committee for an informative session on “how to apply” to the wide variety of NASPGHAN Foundation grants available for all career levels and a variety of topic interests. Grants range from young investigator and midcareer awards to clinical
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NASPGHAN Celebrates Black History Month 2025
In honor of Black History month, NASPGHAN Celebrates Dr. Conrad Cole MD, MPH, MSc Dr. Conrad Cole, a leader in the field of pediatric gastroenterology, is the Director of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Florida, College of Medicine. As a Black physician, Dr. Cole exemplifies the dedication and
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