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Chicago, IL | May 1-5, 2026
As a sponsoring society of Digestive Disease Week® (DDW), ASGE is pleased to offer a rich selection of sessions and events for attendees in Chicago. The schedule features a wide mix of educational and networking experiences that will deepen your knowledge and strengthen your connections in gastrointestinal endoscopy.
ASGE Members receive priority access to DDW 2026 registration and housing beginning January 14, 2026, including reduced member rates and first choice of hotel accommodations.
Sign up for these workshops when you register to attend DDW through their website.
Friday, May 1 | 12:00-5:15 PM
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming gastroenterology, making AI literacy essential for safe, efficient clinical practice. This course provides a practical foundation in how AI works, with hands-on training in generative AI and prompt engineering to support research, clinical workflows, and responsible use.
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Friday, May 1 | 1:00-5:00 PM
This course will utilize state-of-the-art lectures and illustrative, high-yield cases to describe the latest medical, endoscopic, and surgical options for weight and metabolic disease management. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions to the expert panels after each segment.
The ASGE Train the Endoscopic Trainer Workshop is a practical session designed for those who are interested in developing or enhancing their teaching skills as endoscopy educators. Led by expert faculty, this workshop aims to improve your endoscopic teaching skills.
The ASGE Learning Center is your go-to destination for all things GI endoscopy. Explore industry demos, hands-on training, expert theater sessions, and the latest resources, all in one place. It is well worth the walk.
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Join us for an inspiring evening at the ASGE Crystal Awards as we honor leaders and innovators in GI endoscopy. Celebrate the individuals whose dedication and achievements continue to elevate the field.
It was great to connect with my mentee, Dr. Merve Gurakar, as part of the ASGE Beyond the Scope Mentorship Program Meet & Greet! #DDW2025 #BeGutsy @ASGEendoscopy #Mentorship – Mohammad Fahad Ali, MD, FASGE @MohammadfahadA
It was great to connect with my mentee, Dr. Merve Gurakar, as part of the ASGE Beyond the Scope Mentorship Program Meet & Greet! #DDW2025 #BeGutsy @ASGEendoscopy #Mentorship
Outstanding demo by ASGE AI scholars @JamilSamaanMD and team on using generative AI to improve access and utilization to expert curated medical lectures! @ASGEendoscopy #DDW2025 @CedarsSinaiMed @UCSFMedicine @MGH_GI – Kavya Reddy, MD @KReddyMD
Outstanding demo by ASGE AI scholars @JamilSamaanMD and team on using generative AI to improve access and utilization to expert curated medical lectures! @ASGEendoscopy #DDW2025 @CedarsSinaiMed @UCSFMedicine @MGH_GI
DDW 2025 was truly special! Honored to deliver a talk at the ASGE/ESD SIG symposium, moderate sessions on therapeutic EUS & SGEI, and join the CTG editorial board meeting. Grateful to reconnect with mentors, colleagues & friends. #DDW2025 #ASGE #ESD #Gratitude – Sonmoon Mohapatra, MD @Sonmoon20
DDW 2025 was truly special! Honored to deliver a talk at the ASGE/ESD SIG symposium, moderate sessions on therapeutic EUS & SGEI, and join the CTG editorial board meeting. Grateful to reconnect with mentors, colleagues & friends. #DDW2025 #ASGE #ESD #Gratitude
Hear from experts from around the globe at ASGE's Clinical Sessions and International Symposia at DDW. This is your chance to hear about groundbreaking research and cutting-edge advancements in gastroenterology, particularly endoscopy.
Explore where gastrointestinal endoscopy is headed with ASGE President Amitabh Chak, MD, MASGE, and a distinguished panel of experts. This session features forward-looking lectures, emerging research, and the year’s top ASGE abstracts, offering a comprehensive look at the innovations shaping tomorrow’s clinical practice.
ASGE is selecting standout endoscopic videos for this highlighted DDW 2026 session. Category winners will receive ASGE’s Best-of-the-Best Awards, with an overall winner earning the VideoGIE Mel Schapiro Award. The top Distinguished Educational Video Award video will also be shown.
A DDW favorite, this unique session features countries competing for the title of best endoscopic video. Presenters take the stage in their national attire, creating a festive environment as they share outstanding video cases. Join the excitement and support your preferred team during this interactive and memorable event.
Congratulations to Huzaifa Sial, MSc, and Moaz Sial, MD, winners of the first-ever EndoEdison Award ! They received $5,000 at the recently concluded FIESTA and will represent ASGE in Shark Tank at DDW 2026.
Huzaifa Sial, MSc
Helpcare AI
Oakland, CA
Moaz Sial, MD
Cedar Valley Digestive Health Center
Cedar Falls, IA
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