In March 2025, the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) awarded 16 Travel Awards of up to $2,000 to support young investigators who have a record of research interest and accomplishment in neurogastroenterology and, especially, in the basic mechanisms or clinical aspects of functional gastrointestinal (GI) and motility disorders. These awards are intended to encourage the participation of clinicians […]
IFFGD is committed to improving the lives of those affected by digestive diseases. Your support helps us continue vital research, advocate for better healthcare policies, and provide resources to patients and their families. By contributing, you are helping us build a stronger community and a brighter future for digestive health. We invite you to take […]
IFFGD’s 2022 Education and Advocacy Event IFFGD’s 2022 Virtual Education and Advocacy Event is a free event to educate the community about access to healthcare and treatment and how to best advocate for yourself in the medical field. The virtual education program is designed to help you learn more about how to receive the health […]
News Article
The International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) Acknowledges December as Constipation Awareness Month MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Dec. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Constipation affects millions of individuals worldwide, yet it remains one of the least discussed health concerns. Those affected often report that their symptoms extend beyond the physical discomfort. Constipation can interfere with daily activities and prevent […]
Personal Story
Kristi’s Personal Story: Gastroparesis I had chronic gastroparesis for 22 years, been on every pharmaceutical drug which gave me side effects, been into hospital multiple times for stomach dilation and botox injected internally into my stomach which was not covered by health insurance. I was nauseous 24/7, would change my clothes up to 10 times […]
Personal Story
Anonymous Personal Story: I no longer feel like I am the only one. I have IBS. My mother and grandmother also have/had it. Thankfully, I do not suffer with pain (God bless you who do), mine is extreme urgency out of nowhere. I have about a 5-minute window from the time I get the feeling. […]
Personal Story
Roberto’s Personal Story: “IBS can be triggered by stress but IBS “attacks” also give us stress” At first, I tought I had a simple stomach infection after 5 days passed I went to the gastroenterologist and he gave me a course of antibiotics, anti-parasite, Pepto and some expensive probioatics. After the course was completed I […]