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2021 Gastroparesis Awareness Month: Putting the Patient First

International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) raises awareness for Gastroparesis Awareness Month to bring the patient story and perspective to life For Immediate Release Media Contact: media@iffgd.org MOUNT PLEASANT, SC (July 1, 2021) — In recent studies, gastroparesis, a chronic gastrointestinal (GI) disorder, affects approximately five million people in the United States. Gastroparesis Awareness Month, established […]

Clinical Corner – FAQs

Do you have a question about digestive health? Clinical Corner provides answers from digestive health professionals to frequently asked questions. If you or a family member is struggling with chronic or recurring gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms, you probably know how challenging it can be to find reliable treatment information. Clinical Corner provides answers from digestive health […]

Disorder

Difficult to Interpret Intestinal Symptoms

Disorders involving the function of the digestive system, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic constipation (CC), or Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS) are diagnosed by a careful discussion between the patient and healthcare provider, a physical examination, and with selected testing. Accurate diagnosis depends upon how accurately the individual describes their intestinal symptoms, and how […]

DDH Chat

“Teaming Up” for Gastroparesis Patients

IFFGD talks to G-PACT President, Carissa Haston, about the origin of the organization and what “Teaming Up,” the theme for Gastroparesis Awareness Month 2018, means to her. Managing the day-to-day with a chronic gastrointestinal (GI) motility disorder like gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (CIPO), or colonic inertia takes more than just the treatments you’re prescribed — […]

2019 Award Recipients

Recognizing the critical role of research in advancing the understanding and care of chronic gastrointestinal (GI) illnesses in adults and children, IFFGD was pleased to present its 2019 Research Recognition Awards to three young investigators at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2019 in San Diego, California. First established in 2003, these awards are intended to recognize […]

2013 Award Recipients

On April 12, 2013 IFFGD presented eight investigators with our 2013 Research Awards in recognition of their contributions to scientific and clinical advancements in the area of functional gastrointestinal (GI) and motility disorders. The awards support and encourage the participation of clinicians and scientists in multidisciplinary efforts aimed at providing a better understanding of these […]

Testimony

FISCAL YEAR 2007

On May 19, 2006, Nancy J. Norton, President and Founder of IFFGD presented the following testimony regarding Fiscal Year 2007 Funding for Functional Gastrointestinal and Motility Disorders Research before both the U.S. Senate and U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittees on Labor, Health & Human Services, Education and Related Agencies: Mr. Chairman and members of the Subcommittee, […]

Report from Bruce D. Naliboff, PhD: Symptom Based Psychology for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders

By: Bruce D. Naliboff, PhD David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA Dr. Naliboff is the recipient of the 2007 IFFGD Research Award for Senior Investigator – Clinical Science. Dr. Naliboff is an innovator in human experimental studies of pain mechanisms, including his current work on visceral sensitivity in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). […]

Report From Miguel Saps, MD: Functional Abdominal Pain in Children and Adolescents

Miguel Saps, MDUniversity of Miami Hospital, Miami, FL Dr. Saps is the recipient of the 2009 IFFGD Research Award for Junior Investigator, Pediatrics. Dr. Saps is an innovative researcher who has done much to increase understanding of the prevalence and impact of functional GI disorders among children, as well as how to help children with […]

2007 Award Recipients

These IFFGD research awards were given to active investigators who have a record of research interest in basic mechanisms or clinical aspects of functional gastrointestinal and motility disorders. The awards are intended to encourage the participation of clinicians and scientists in multidisciplinary efforts aimed at advancing the understanding of gastrointestinal disorders in adults and in […]

Art of GI – Inspiration from the Heart of Patients

Art of GI is inspiring art work created by talented artists to communicate the challenge of living with a chronic illness

2009 IFFGD Research Award Recipients

These IFFGD research awards are given to active investigators who have a record of research interest in basic mechanisms or clinical aspects of functional gastrointestinal and motility disorders. The awards are intended to encourage the participation of clinicians and scientists in multidisciplinary efforts aimed at advancing the understanding of gastrointestinal disorders in adults and in children. […]