It's All About Your Impact

Take in the science. Take on the future. DDW is where you’ll discover how your colleagues are advancing GI care for the next generation of clinicians. Stay up to date with the latest advancements so you can teach at the leading edge. Access comprehensive clinical practice updates, explore perspectives on common challenges and earn your CME with high-quality sessions, in formats that fit your learning style. Customize your DDW experience using DDW Tracks, including an Education and Training Track, to filter sessions based on topical areas of interest.

Choose how you want to be part of DDW. Attend in person in Washington, D.C. or join us online.

What Your Colleagues are Saying About DDW

Probably my favorite DDW memory was the first time a postdoc from my laboratory gave a talk at DDW. It was just a great moment of pride for me seeing my trainee stepping up onto that international stage.

— Mark Frey, PhD, DDW attendee

My little corner of DDW examines the role of quality improvement and how trainees can be involved in that. It's something I look forward to participating in time and time again, and I use it as inspiration throughout the year to help me mentor trainees.

—Jason M. Brown, MD, DDW attendee

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I’ve been coming to DDW since I was a medical student. I remember that feeling of awe when I first came. It’s amazing how much knowledge and experience in our field is concentrated here, and that hasn’t changed over the years.

Sonya Reicher, MD, Harbor UCLA Medical Center

DDW 2024 Session Highlights

Check out the list below to see a sampling of DDW sessions that will be held for educators this year.

Additional details can be found in the online DDW Preliminary Program.

Session Title	Date	Time
Artificial Intelligence Workshop	Fri, May 17	1–5:30 p.m.
2024 AGA Guideline Highlights	Sun, May 19	10–11:30 a.m.
Resident & Fellow Education Committee & Giving Back Committee — GI Surgical Training Around the World: Sharing Experiences and Promoting Partnerships	Sun, May 19	4–5:30 p.m.
Training in Ergonomic Endoscopy: Creating and Maintaining a Workforce Built to Last	Mon, May 20	8–9:30 a.m.
Diversity Symposium: Diversity & Inclusion Liaison Committee: Practical Steps to Becoming a DEI-Focused GI Surgery Program	Mon, May 20	2–3 p.m.
Changing Practice in the Era of Artificial Intelligence	Mon, May 20	4–5:30 p.m.
Academy of Educators Plenary	Tues, May 21	8–9:30 a.m.
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Weight-Inclusive Care: From Teaching to Clinical Care	Tues, May 21	2–3:30 p.m.
Effecting Change: Applying Culture Change Strategies to Your Everyday Practice	Tues, May 21	2–3:30 p.m.