Be Together
Make your time away from the office and lab worthwhile by connecting with other gutsy professionals who can help you advance your work and improve patient outcomes.
Get reenergized by community.
Discover new partnerships for collaboration and build meaningful relationships at DDW 2025 — where you will find plenty of formal and informal opportunities to exchange ideas with professionals who understand what you do. Check back soon for a calendar of dedicated networking events.
- Poster Hall: Gain inspiration from your colleagues’ discoveries and hear directly from researchers on their work. Authors will be at their posters at a dedicated time each day to answer questions.
- Sessions: Some sessions offer dedicated Q&A time so you can dive deeper into the topic and connect with the experts.
- Exhibit Hall: Meet with trusted industry partners and discuss your specific needs.
Being at DDW supports younger students and early career professionals by connecting them with other attendees for advice and ideas. — Omar Tageldin, MD, Chief GI Fellow & DDW 2024 attendee
Calendar of Networking Opportunities
Download the DDW Mobile App to add to your schedule and view final locations.
Saturday, May 18, 2024
| 8 a.m. | DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
| Meet with other trainees and young GI attendees for fun activities. | |
| DDW Career and Recruitment Center | |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
| Find what you need to take the next step in your career. We’re partnering with Health eCareers to provide a central place to get advice and meet with potential employers. | |
| 1 p.m. | Meet-the-Experts: MASLD & MASH |
| 1-1:45 | |
| Held in the DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge, these sessions are an opportunity for early career attendees to get tips from those further along in their career. | |
| 3 p.m. | AGA Meetup: Advocacy Champions Supported by Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals |
| 3-4 p.m. | |
| If you signed a letter, wrote to your representative, retweeted a call to fix prior auth, donated to the AGA PAC – AGA wants to say thank you! Join us in AGA Central (L Street Bridge) for networking and refreshments. RSVP here. | |
| 5:30 p.m. | Nurses and Advanced Practice Provider Networking Reception Supported by Johnson & Johnson |
| 5:30-6:30 p.m. | |
| Meet up with other nurses and advanced practice providers at this networking reception. This will be the perfect place to connect with colleagues. |
Sunday, May 19, 2024
| 6:30 a.m. | DDW Breakfast Connections  |
| 6:30-7:45 a.m. | |
| These are scholarly, dynamic morning discussions in an informal, small-group atmosphere. Breakfast is included and space is limited. Please note these sessions require an additional fee (trainees receive a discounted rate). | |
| 8 a.m. | DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
| Meet with other trainees and young GI attendees for fun activities. | |
| DDW Career and Recruitment Center | |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
| Find what you need to take the next step in your career. We’re partnering with Health eCareers to provide a central place to get advice and meet with potential employers. | |
| 9:30 a.m. | DDW World IBD Day Breakfast Supported by Lilly USA |
| 9:30 a.m | |
| Join the IBD community at this special event in the Exhibit Hall to kick off World IBD Day. Purple awareness ribbons will be distributed to the first 3,000 attendees. | |
| 10 a.m. | Small Talk, Big Topics: Live Recording |
| 10-11 a.m. | |
| Mingle with fellow trainees and early career GIs during a live recording of AGA’s podcast: Small Talk, Big Topics. Will feature an interview with fellowship program director Dr. Janice Jou. Happening at AGA Central (L Street Bridge). | |
| 11 a.m. | AGA Meetup: NPPAs Supported by Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals |
| 11 a.m.-Noon | |
| Looking to connect with like-minded people at DDW? Nurse practitioners and physicians assistants: join us at AGA Central (L Street Bridge) to build your #AGAGastroSquad. RSVP here. | |
| 12:30 p.m. | DDW Meet-the-Professor Luncheons |
| 12:30-1:45 p.m. | |
| Participate in a scholarly, dynamic discussion in an informal, small-group atmosphere. A boxed lunch is included. Space is limited. Please note these sessions require an additional fee. | |
| 1 p.m. | Meet-the-Experts: AGA Leaders |
| 1-1:45 p.m. | |
| Held in the DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge, these sessions are an opportunity for early career attendees to get tips from those further along in their career. | |
| AGA Meetup: Dietitians Supported by Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals | |
| 1-2 p.m. | |
| Looking to connect with like-minded people at DDW? GI dietitians: join us at AGA Central (L Street Bridge) for informal networking. Co-sponsored by DIGID. RSVP here. | |
| 2 p.m. | AGA-DHPA Trainee and Early Career Networking Event |
| 2-3:30 p.m. | |
| The event provides a relaxed and fun environment for trainee and early career GIs to “break the ice” and network with each other and senior GIs. There will also be prizes. | |
| 3 p.m. | AGA Meetup: IBD Specialists Supported by Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals |
| 3-4 p.m. | |
| Happy World IBD Day! AGA invites all IBD specialists, established and aspiring, to AGA Central (L Street Bridge) to build your #AGAGastroSquad. Don’t forget to wear your purple. RSVP here. | |
| 5:30 p.m. | DDW Diversity Reception Supported by Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A. |
| 5:30-6:30 p.m. | |
| Held immediately after the DDW Diversity Session, this reception will offer an opportunity to gather with other attendees and discuss relevant issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion. |
Monday, May 20, 2024
| 6:30 a.m. | DDW Breakfast Connections |
| 6:30-7:45 a.m. | |
| These are scholarly, dynamic morning discussions in an informal, small-group atmosphere. Breakfast is included and space is limited. Please note these sessions require an additional fee (trainees receive a discounted rate). | |
| 8 a.m. | DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
| Meet with other trainees and young GI attendees for fun activities. | |
| DDW Career and Recruitment Center | |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | |
| Find what you need to take the next step in your career. We’re partnering with Health eCareers to provide a central place to get advice and meet with potential employers. | |
| 11 a.m. | AGA Meetup: Trainees Supported by Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals |
| 11 a.m.-Noon | |
| Trainees – you’re invited to AGA Central (L Street Bridge) to connect with the AGA journal editors for informal networking and to learn best practices for your next submission. RSVP here. | |
| 12:30 p.m. | DDW Meet-the-Professor Luncheons |
| 12:30-1:45 p.m. | |
| Participate in a scholarly, dynamic discussion in an informal, small-group atmosphere. A boxed lunch is included. Space is limited. Please note these sessions require an additional fee. | |
| 1 p.m. | Meet-the-Experts: No Talk, Just Conversation! Bring Your Questions About GI Practice Settings and Job Search |
| 1-1:45 p.m. | |
| Held in the DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge, these sessions are an opportunity for early career attendees to get tips from those further along in their career. | |
| AGA Meetup: Psychologists Supported by Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals | |
| 1-2 p.m. | |
| Looking to connect with like-minded people at DDW? GI psychologists: join us at AGA Central (L Street Bridge) for informal networking. RSVP here. | |
| 3 p.m. | AGA Meetup: Clinicians Supported by Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals |
| 3-4 p.m. | |
| Looking to connect with like-minded people at DDW? GI clinicians: join us at AGA Central (L Street Bridge) for informal networking, plus a book giveaway with Dr. Austin Chiang. RSVP here. | |
| 3:30 p.m. | DDW Career Fair |
| 3:30-5:30 p.m. | |
| Hosted by Health eCareers, this is a great opportunity to connect with potential employers and get your CV reviewed. Register here. |
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
| 6:30 a.m. | DDW Breakfast Connections |
| 6:30-7:45 a.m. | |
| These are scholarly, dynamic morning discussions in an informal, small-group atmosphere. Breakfast is included and space is limited. Please note these sessions require an additional fee (trainees receive a discounted rate). | |
| 8 a.m. | DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge |
| 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | |
| Meet with other trainees and young GI attendees for fun activities. | |
| DDW Career and Recruitment Center | |
| 8 a.m.-4 p.m. | |
| Find what you need to take the next step in your career. We’re partnering with Health eCareers to provide a central place to get advice and meet with potential employers. | |
| 11 a.m. | AGA Meetup: Innovators Supported by Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals |
| 11 a.m.-Noon | |
| Do you have a product in the GI space, or are you an entrepreneur with plans for one? If so, stop by AGA Central (L Street Bridge) to mingle with the AGA Center for GI Innovation and Technology. RSVP here. | |
| 12:30 p.m. | DDW Meet-the-Professor Luncheons |
| 12:30-1:45 p.m. | |
| Participate in a scholarly, dynamic discussion in an informal, small-group atmosphere. A boxed lunch is included. Space is limited. Please note these sessions require an additional fee. | |
| 1 p.m. | Meet-the-Experts: Leadership Coaching and Surgical Coaching: Benefits for Trainees and Faculty |
| 1-1:45 p.m. | |
| Held in the DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge, these sessions are an opportunity for early career attendees to get tips from those further along in their career. |
Additional Networking Opportunities
Exhibit Hall
Meet with trusted industry partners and discuss your specific needs Sunday, May 4–Tuesday, May 6.
Scientific Sessions
DDW features around 425 original lecture sessions, presented in a variety of unique formats.
