The British Society of Gastroenterology is focused on the promotion of gastroenterology and hepatology. It has over three and a half thousand members drawn from the ranks of physicians, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, scientists, nurses, dietitians, and others interested in the field.
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First published on 29 Nov 2021
The BSG Annual Conference is one of the highlights of the Society’s year. It is a great opportunity to meet colleagues, network, conduct business, and get the most up-to-date research and professional knowledge. This year it was virtual as BSG […]
First published on 08 Nov 2021
Leigh Donnelly is the Training and Development Lead for Endoscopy at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. What attracted you to a career in gastroenterology/hepatology? It was really gastroenterology for me and endoscopy. My first job was to work in theatres […]
First published on 03 Nov 2021
Out of COVID comes strength. Time flies when you are enjoying yourself. It unfortunately follows that time also flies when you are overstretched, overworked, and sometimes deprived of any space to think. COVID has extracted a significant price for everyone on […]
As part of our continuing mission to support members’ wellbeing, our Wellbeing Resources area includes details of our new Member Assistance Programme providing self-help information and advice, professional counselling, and life management support services to BSG members.
Our recent ‘BSG Trainees Webinar: Wellbeing for Doctors & How to get Gastro Speciality Training Back on Track’ featured talks regarding wellbeing and mental health, and the opening presentation is available to watch here.
First published on 08 Nov 2021
Leigh Donnelly is the Training and Development Lead for Endoscopy at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. What attracted you to a career in gastroenterology/hepatology? It was really gastroenterology for me and endoscopy. My first job was to work in theatres […]
First published on 14 Oct 2021
Lindsey Kelsall is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Lead for Endoscopy Services at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay, as well as Secretary/Deputy Chair of the BSGNA. What attracted you to a career in gastroenterology/hepatology? It’s actually endoscopy that attracted […]
First published on 17 Sep 2021
Chris Healey is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and Chair of JAG Accreditation RCP London. What attracted you to a career in gastroenterology/hepatology? I came across some very interesting cases when I was a medical student. On my first surgical attachment in […]
The British Society of Gastroenterology is a registered charity and one of the largest medical gastroenterology and hepatology communities in the UK. A professional organisation, it is a voice for gastroenterology and hepatology in the UK, influencing health policy nationally.
It has over three thousand members drawn from the ranks of physicians, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, scientists, nurses, dieticians, physiologists and others interested in the field. It supports its members in providing the best care and outcomes for patients with gastrointestinal and liver disease, bringing them early awareness of changes in best practice and new research.
The British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) was founded in 1937 by Sir Arthur Hurst as a Gastroenterological Club with just 36 members. Sir Arthur Hurst became the first President. At that time, its objectives were described as “the advancement of gastroenterology and promotion of friendship amongst those who have a special interest in the disorders of the alimentary tract”.
From the early days, it maintained strong links with both International and other complementary societies, and over the decades these have merged with the BSG to create the more diverse society it is today.
