About ASGE

Advancing GI Endoscopy

The global leader of advancement in the field of GI endoscopy since 1941, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy upholds the highest standards for gastrointestinal endoscopic practice and fosters research to encourage continuous innovation. It empowers members with the latest information, state-of-the art education and unparalleled resources to advance professional and patient care goals. With more than 17,000 members worldwide, ASGE provides a diverse, inclusive and engaged community to foster sharing, learning, advocacy and growth in GI endoscopy.

Mission

The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy is the global leader in advancing digestive care through education, advocacy and promotion of excellence and innovation in endoscopy.

Core Values

Excellence

Professionalism

Innovation

Inclusivity

Strategic Plan

ASGE recently launched its new Five Year Strategic Plan to guide the organization forward in advancing GI endoscopy for its members and for patients. Read more about the strategic priorities in 2025.

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Newsroom

Nov 04

CMS Finalizes Payment Policies for 2026

Despite conversion factor increase, practice expense changes and misguided ‘efficiency’ adjustments may harm GI patients
Oct 17

Downcoding of E/M: What GI Physicians Need to Know

Downcoding occurs when a payer automatically reduces a submitted claim to a lower E/M level, often via automated edits and without chart review, resulting in underpayment.
Oct 06

Modernized Scheduling for VA Community Care Appointments

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is implementing a faster way to schedule Veteran community care appointments with a new program called External Provider Scheduling (EPS).

ASGE Key Facts

Founded in 1941
Dedicated to advancing patient care and digestive health
Promotes excellence and innovation in gastrointestinal endoscopy
More than 17,000 members worldwide
Provides the highest standards for endoscopic training and practice
Foremost resource for endoscopic education
Recognizes distinguished contributions to endoscopy
Fosters endoscopic research

About ASGE Members

ASGE physicians have highly specialized training in endoscopic procedures of the digestive tract, including upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). ASGE is the only medical society that requires documentation of specific training in GI endoscopic procedures

Corporate Partners

ASGE is grateful for the support of its Corporate Partners for their support and contributions in helping to advance GI endoscopy. View list of our dedicated supporters.