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 […]
Watch Now A special thanks to all who joined us for this event! IFFGD’S Advocacy Event Details IFFGD’s 2024 Education and Advocacy Event was held April 14-15, 2024. This complimentary event was designed to educate the community about access to healthcare and treatment. We aimed to guide individuals on how to best advocate for themselves […]
In February 2024, the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) awarded its first preceptorship grant of $5,000 to an early career physician with an interest in the clinical aspects of functional gastrointestinal (GI) and motility disorders. The grant is for a four-week visit to a medical center with expertise in these disorders. We are pleased […]
Personal Story
Carol’s Personal Story: “I’ve had massive stress in my life over the past few years and my IBS has become a battle.” I’m 59 and I’ve probably had IBS since I was a child. It’s just something I’ve always lived with. Stomach pain, bloating, nausea. It comes and goes but gets worse if I’m facing […]
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