International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders
Jim Palmer Jim Palmer, former player for the Baltimore Orioles, can be called one of the greatest pitchers in the history of baseball. He is the only pitcher in Major League history to have pitched a World Series game in each of the three decades he played. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of […]
The application window has closed The International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) is pleased to announce that we are seeking applications for our 2025 research grant. The mission of IFFGD is patient oriented. Our goal is to fund high-quality research. Description One grant award of $40,000 in direct costs is available for innovative research related […]
Is surgery an option for you? Surgery is an alternative that is generally applied when long-term medical treatment is either ineffective or undesirable, or when certain complications of GERD are present. When considering surgery as a treatment for GERD a thorough review of all aspects of the procedure with a gastroenterologist (a physician who specializes […]
Background of IFFGD’s Travel Awards IFFGD first offered Travel Awards in 2023. To date, we have presented Awards to 36 young investigators from around the world. These Awards recognize the accomplishments of investigators who are engaged in significant research in the field of functional gastrointestinal (GI) disease. Our intent is to encourage the participation of […]
IFFGD, the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders, is a Public Charity designated under the U.S. IRS code 501(c)(3). We are a registered nonprofit education and research organization. Our Mission Our mission is to inform, assist, and support people affected by gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. IFFGD was founded in 1991 by one person struggling with the challenges imposed by […]
About Us IFFGD, the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders, is a Public Charity designated under the U.S. IRS code 501(c)(3). We are a registered nonprofit education and research organization. Our Mission Our mission is to inform, assist, and support people affected by gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. IFFGD was founded in 1991 by one person struggling with the challenges […]