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Gastrointestinal Disorders

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Find information about symptoms, treatments, and more on a wide number of Gastrointestinal Disorders:

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IFFGD's Current Surveys

GERD Survey

This survey was developed to help us gain a deeper understanding of what patients experience living with GERD — not just in terms of symptoms, but how it affects day-to-day life, quality of care, and long-term well-being. By sharing your experience, you can help shape better treatments, more patient-centered care, and improved outcomes for others navigating this condition.

*Approximate time to take this survey is 13 minutes

2025 GERD AWARENESS WEEK: Let's Talk GERD

Join Us for the 26th Annual GERD Awareness Week – November 23–29, 2025
#LetsTalkGERD | #GERDAwarenessWeek

Each year on or around the week of Thanksgiving, IFFGD shines a light on one of the most common—and often misunderstood—digestive disorders: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).

This year, we invite you to join us as we focus on what it’s really like to live with GERD—the daily challenges, the physical and emotional toll, and the resilience of those who face it every single day.

How to GET INVOLVED:

The International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD), in collaboration with Harvard Medical School, presents a complimentary edition of the Norton Education Series (NES): “Overview of GI Symptoms.” This program is designed to empower patients with the knowledge and tools they need to manage their health effectively.

This program is divided into 4 sessions

  • Session 1: Upper GI Symptoms
  • Session 2: Mid GI Symptoms
  • Session 3: Lower GI Symptoms
  • Session 4: Alarm Symptoms

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Our research

IFFGD funds research that helps to shape science and scientific advancement, and improve quality of life for people affected by chronic digestive disorders.
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