Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates - SGNA

04/23/2026

What’s next for EUS? Dr. Vanessa Shami is giving you a sneak peek.

Get a preview of “EUS-Guided Procedures: Recent Developments and Emerging Horizons” and explore the latest techniques, clinical applications, safety considerations and emerging tech shaping the future of GI care.

This is just a taste of what’s ahead at the SGNA 53rd Annual Course in Atlanta, May 17-19.

See what’s coming, then experience it live.
Register today: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Registration

SGNA is a professional organization of nurses and associates dedicated to the safe and effective practice of gastroenterology and endoscopy nursing.

04/22/2026

Big ideas. Real solutions. No extra cost.

SGNA's 53rd Annual Course is bringing vendor programs that go beyond the booth with expert-led sessions on today’s most relevant GI topics, from Barrett’s esophagus and obesity care to AI in endoscopy, patient safety and reprocessing best practices.

Free to attend, but space is limited. RSVP early and plan your schedule.

Explore the lineup and save your seat: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Schedule/Vendor-Programs

04/21/2026

National Volunteer Week, April 19–25, is our moment to recognize the driving force behind SGNA, and that’s you.

You show up. You share your expertise. You raise your hand when something needs to get done. And you make a lasting impact on GI professionals across every stage of their careers.

To our current, past and future volunteers, thank you for the conversations you lead, the support you give and the time you dedicate. It all matters more than you know.

We see it. We appreciate it. And we’re grateful you’re part of this community. 💙

04/17/2026

Education. Empathy. Impact.

That’s the power of GI nursing during Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month. From answering tough questions to easing uncertainty, you help patients feel seen, supported and equipped to manage life with IBS.

Your expertise turns information into understanding and care into confidence. Keep leading the way.

Explore and share trusted resources: https://aboutibs.org/living-with-ibs/ibs-awareness-month/

04/16/2026

Your smartest CGRN prep starts here.

Join SGNA’s CGRN Exam Essentials Virtual Course for a full day of focused review across key GI and endoscopy topics plus practical test taking strategies to help you feel confident on exam day. Earn up to 8.0 contact hours while you prepare with purpose.

Save your spot: https://www.sgna.org/Events/CGRN-Exam-Essentials

04/15/2026

What’s next for colonoscopy and are you ready for it?

Join Keith L. Obstein, MD, MPH, FASGE, FACG, AGAF, for a preview of his general session, “Predicting the Future of Colonoscopy: Where We’ve Been, Where We Are, and Where We’re Going!”

From the evolution of colonoscopy to today’s cutting edge technologies and what’s coming next, this is your sneak peek into the future of GI.

Watch the preview then experience it live at SGNA’s 53rd Annual Course in Atlanta, May 17–19: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Registration

04/14/2026

Fresh insights. Real-world impact.

The latest issue of Gastroenterology Nursing (March/April 2026) is here, bringing forward research and perspectives designed to strengthen patient care across GI settings.

Inside this issue:
• New approaches to colorectal cancer recovery and self-efficacy
• Current treatment strategies for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
• Patient transitions after acute pancreatitis
• Sleep apnea risks in endoscopy settings
• Innovations in bowel prep education and family resilience

SGNA members receive complimentary access: https://journals.lww.com/gastroenterologynursing/pages/currenttoc.aspx

Not a member? Join SGNA to unlock the full issue and more: https://www.sgna.org/Membership/Become-a-Member

04/10/2026

We’re thrilled to be part of HSPA 2026! Join us in Baltimore from April 25-28, 2026, for a chance to connect with sterile processing professionals from around the globe. Visit us at our booth to learn more about SGNA.

Register now: www.myHSPA.org/2026conference

04/09/2026

What if your endoscopy team could learn, adapt and excel in real time?

In this speaker preview, Karla Toms, BSN RN CGRN, shares how a hybrid staff nurse and clinical educator model is reshaping mentorship, strengthening clinical outcomes and bringing learning directly to the bedside.

Watch the preview, then join us at the SGNA 53rd Annual Course in Atlanta, May 17–19, to experience it live.

Register now and be part of the future of GI nursing education: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Registration

04/08/2026

Lock in your stay, without overpaying.

SGNA has secured a discounted room block at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta for the SGNA 53rd Annual Course, with rates at $229 per nigh (plus applicable taxes and fees).

Rooms are limited and the special rate is only available through Friday, April 17. Book early, stay close and make the most of your time in Atlanta.

Reserve your room now: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Travel/Hotel

03/27/2026

Final stretch. Last chance to enter. Plus, early-bird pricing expires at midnight tonight!

Congrats to our day four winner: Julia Steward 👏

🎁 Today’s Prize:
Complimentary registration for the 2026 Virtual Symposium. Keep the learning going all year long.

Register today for your final shot: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Registration

⏳ Today, Friday, March 27, is your last chance to secure the lowest registration price offered. Book today before prices go up tomorrow.

03/26/2026

Day four is here and the prizes keep getting better.

Congrats to our day three winner: Pennie M. Cerka-Yonge👏

🎁 Today’s Prize:
Complimentary registration for next year’s SGNA 54th Annual Course

Enter to win while claiming early-bird rates: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Registration

🏨 Reminder: Book your discounted hotel accommodations!
Rooms at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta are going fast. Lock in the $229 rate by Friday, April 17.

Book Today: https://www.sgna.org/Events/Annual-Course/Travel/Hotel