American Foregut Society

American Foregut Society The AFS mission: To help guide both the diagnosis and management of Foregut disease through collaboration between Gastroenterologists and Foregut Surgeons.

⏳ Only 2 weeks left to submit your scientific abstract for the 2026 AFS Annual Meeting!Share your latest research, clini...
04/17/2026

⏳ Only 2 weeks left to submit your scientific abstract for the 2026 AFS Annual Meeting!

Share your latest research, clinical innovations, and insights with leaders in foregut surgery and gastroenterology. Selected individuals will have the opportunity to speak at the upcoming meeting and contribute to advancing the field.

📅 Submission Deadline: May 1, 2026
📍 2026 AFS Annual Meeting: Washington D.C. | Sept. 24-26, 2026

Don't miss your chance to showcase your work, connect with colleagues, and help shape the future of foregut care.
🔗 https://zurl.co/ybDuL

It's Foregut Friday! Each Friday, we will be sharing topics and cases for discussion and debate about trending and impor...
04/17/2026

It's Foregut Friday! Each Friday, we will be sharing topics and cases for discussion and debate about trending and important Foregut issues on DocMatter.

This month's topic: Achalasia

Head on over to the AFS DocMatter Community and join the conversation! https://zurl.co/ForegutFridays

We're accepting nominations for the 2026 AFS Awards! Nominate someone you know who's demonstrated excellence and innovat...
04/16/2026

We're accepting nominations for the 2026 AFS Awards! Nominate someone you know who's demonstrated excellence and innovation within the foregut care space.

🏆 Categories include:
• Distinguished Service Award
• Early Career Award
• Excellence in Community Practice Award
• International Clinician Award
• Lifetime Achievement Award (Highest honor AFS bestows)
• Outstanding Trainee Award

Visit our website for more information and submit your nominations by July 1: https://zurl.co/AusNe

📢 This is not a drill - registration for the 2026 AFS Annual Meeting is OPEN! Join us as we travel to Washington, D.C., ...
04/15/2026

📢 This is not a drill - registration for the 2026 AFS Annual Meeting is OPEN!

Join us as we travel to Washington, D.C., from September 24-26 for this year's meeting. We can't wait to hear from an incredible list of industry experts, connect with everyone, and learn about the latest trends within the foregut care space.

Last year we gathered with over 600 foregut peers, make sure you are there this year! Secure your spot today: https://www.americanforegutsociety.org/2026-annual-meeting

Join colleagues and friends from the foregut community for an informal evening of networking during Digestive Disease We...
04/14/2026

Join colleagues and friends from the foregut community for an informal evening of networking during Digestive Disease Week. Connect with fellow clinicians, researchers, and industry partners while enjoying drinks and great conversation overlooking the Chicago skyline.

📅 Sunday, May 3, 2026 | ⏱️ 5:30 - 7:30 PM
📍VU Rooftop | Chicago, IL

This event is hosted by the American Foregut Society (AFS) in partnership with Castle Biosciences. We look forward to seeing you!

🔗 ddw.org

💰 Get your application in for the AFS 2026 Research Grant! Receive up to $10,000 in funding for your clinical research p...
04/14/2026

💰 Get your application in for the AFS 2026 Research Grant! Receive up to $10,000 in funding for your clinical research project.

We're also excited to offer the Motility and pH Testing Equipment Grant in collaboration with Laborie!

Applications for both are due by July 1.
View eligibility criteria here 🔗 https://zurl.co/Pz3yT

In case you missed it - each Friday, we will be sharing topics and cases for discussion and debate about trending and im...
04/13/2026

In case you missed it - each Friday, we will be sharing topics and cases for discussion and debate about trending and important Foregut issues on DocMatter.

This month's topic: Achalasia

Last week, we discussed a case with a patient with no significant past medical history or surgical history who presented with progressive dysphagia to solids and liquids for the last 9 months. HRM confirmed an Achalasia Type 2.

Head on over to the AFS DocMatter Community and join the conversation!
https://zurl.co/ZCnIE

Check out the AFS Journal article "Endoscopy and Antireflux Surgery: A Technical Review of Pre- and Postoperative Evalua...
04/13/2026

Check out the AFS Journal article "Endoscopy and Antireflux Surgery: A Technical Review of Pre- and Postoperative Evaluation and Recognizing Patterns of Failure" by Colin P. Dunn, Sven E. Eriksson, Blair A. Jobe, & Shahin Ayazi.

Read it here: https://zurl.co/BaLvn.

Don't miss your opportunity to share industry knowledge with your peers! Submit your scientific abstract for the 2026 AF...
04/10/2026

Don't miss your opportunity to share industry knowledge with your peers! Submit your scientific abstract for the 2026 AFS Annual Meeting by May 1 for your opportunity to be a speaker.

Submit your abstract here: https://zurl.co/oYDKo

Check out the latest episode of the AFS All Fore Guts Podcast: The Power of Advanced Practice Providers in Foregut Care!...
04/09/2026

Check out the latest episode of the AFS All Fore Guts Podcast: The Power of Advanced Practice Providers in Foregut Care! Hear from Jessica Keller, PA-C, Kristina Skarbinski, NP, Gal Levy, MD, Kim Howard, PA-C, Vicki Howard, PA-C, and Kate Hanley, PA-C.

This episode features leaders in gastroenterology and foregut surgery coming together to explore the role of advanced practice providers.

🎧 Listen to it here: https://zurl.co/DT16z

Registration will open soon for the 2026 AFS Annual Meeting! We can't wait to explore Washington, D.C. from September 24...
04/08/2026

Registration will open soon for the 2026 AFS Annual Meeting! We can't wait to explore Washington, D.C. from September 24-26 - will we see you there?

Stay tuned for registration! Details can be found here: https://zurl.co/DG8Ma

🌍 Today is World Health Day!At the AFS, we recognize the importance of digestive health as a key part of overall well-be...
04/07/2026

🌍 Today is World Health Day!

At the AFS, we recognize the importance of digestive health as a key part of overall well-being. Conditions affecting the esophagus and stomach impact millions of people worldwide. We remain committed to advancing research, education, and collaboration within the foregut care space.

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The American Foregut Society

Is to help guide both the diagnosis and management of Foregut disease through collaboration between Gastroenterologists and Foregut Surgeons. To foster research that will culminate in the development of benchmarks for excellence while also establishing specialty specific training programs that will ultimately translate into the improved care, safety and value for patients with Foregut diseases.

Our Vision

Is to advocate personalized treatment strategies for patients with foregut disease through a collaborative partnership across disciplines.