It's All About Your Experience
Wherever you want to go in digestive disease medicine, DDW can help get you there. Hear the latest research, advancements and best practices firsthand and learn alongside GI professionals at all levels to stay on the field’s cutting edge. A robust, self-curated program lets you take control of your curriculum. Choose from unique content formats and both formal and informal networking opportunities. DDW Tracks, including an Education and Training Track, allow you to further customize your experience and 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
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DDW is the best place to explore all areas of GI and hepatology as a resident. It’s one of the few places residents are allowed to hold endoscopes, and it’s here that I discovered my love for GI.
Abel Joseph, MD, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
DDW 2024 Session Highlights
Check out the list below to see a sampling of DDW sessions that will be held for trainees this year.
Additional details can be found in the online DDW Preliminary Program.
| Session Title | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
SSAT 39th Annual Residents and Research Conference (invitation only) | Sat, May 18 | 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m. |
Meet the Editors: How to Get Published in an AGA Journal | Sat, May 18 | 8–9:30 a.m. |
Endoscopy 101 (Fellows Course) | Sat, May 18 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. |
Resident and Fellows Jeopardy Quiz Bowl | Sat, May 18 | 4–5:30 p.m. |
Gastroenterology Women's Coalition (GWC) Women's Leadership Program: Building Your Network and Your Net Worth | Sun, May 19 | 8–9:30 a.m. |
Branding and Leadership: Building Your Reputation Early in Your Career | Sun, May 19 | 10–11:30 a.m. |
AGA Board Review Course | Sun, May 19 | 1:30–3:30 p.m. |
The Endoscopist of the Future: How to Get the Most Out of a GI Fellowship | Date TBA | Time TBA |
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. |
Introduction: Hepatology for the Nonhepatologist | Mon, May 20 | 8–9:30 a.m. |
Grow Your Network
Networking is an essential part of any medical meeting. As the go-to meeting for GI professionals, DDW delivers opportunities to connect with leading experts across every facet of the field. We’ve put together a calendar of networking events at the meeting. Check back for updates.
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 Leadership |
| 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. |
Attendee Guide
This guide will take you step by step through everything you need to know to make the most of your DDW experience.
It's All About Your Path
Watch this video to learn more about what you can expect out of this year’s meeting.
Scientific Sessions
DDW features around 425 original lecture sessions, presented in a variety of unique formats.
