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2021 NES IFFGD 30th Anniversary Event – Pediatric Edition

2021 NES IFFGD 30th Anniversary Event: Virtual Pediatric Edition Watch The NES Pediatric Bonus Edition Here Full Agenda Event Press Release To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders, we hosted a very special virtual edition of the Norton Education Series (NES). The Nancy and Bill Norton Patient Education Series Event: […]

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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 […]

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2018 Award Recipients

In recognition of the importance of research in shaping the future of the treatment and care of chronic digestive disorders, IFFGD was pleased to honor four young investigators as recipients of the 2018 IFFGD Research Recognition Awards. The awards support and encourage the participation of clinicians and scientists in multidisciplinary efforts aimed at providing a better […]

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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. […]

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Disorders of the Small Bowel by Lucinda Harris, MD

Disorders of the Small Bowel Presented by Lucinda Harris, MS, MD Dr. Lucy Harris Watch presentation here Presentation Overview Motility Disorders of the Small Bowel What is the small bowel? To understand small-bowel motility disorders it is important to understand what the small intestine is and what it does.  The small bowel also known as […]

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Anal Fistulas

What is an anal fistula? A fistula is an abnormal connection or tunnel between two organs or two tissue surfaces. An anal fistula is known medically as “fistula-in-ano” and is sometimes also referred to as perianal fistula. Perianal refers to the area of the body surrounding the anus, and particularly the skin in that area. […]

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