Apply for a BSG grant to support the costs of Specialty Training

The BSG is pleased to announce a new grant for 2025 to support members with some of the costs of specialty training. This is open to all members who sat the European Specialty Examination in Gastroenterology and Hepatology in 2022, 2023, 2024 or 2025.

A new collection of genomics educational resources for gastroenterologists and hepatologists is now available

NHS England’s Genomics Education Programme has added a new collection for GeNotes (genomic notes for clinicians) focused on gastro-hepatology.

BSG Carbon Footprinting Report

This report provides a comprehensive overview of the carbon emissions generated by our organisation in 2023.

Vacancy: Member of the ESE Gastroenterology & Hepatology European Specialty Examining Board

The British Society of Gastroenterology, the European Board of Gastroenterology & Hepatology and the Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK are seeking to appoint a member of the ESE Gastroenterology & Hepatology Examining Board.

Safety Alert: pH Capsule Monitoring

There have been recent cases of retained pH capsules, which have resulted in serious patient harm.

In Memoriam: Dr Colin Rodgers

It is with great sadness that the Society has learned of the death of Dr Colin Rodgers.

Barbers' Company Award for Trainees in Gastroenterology 2023 - Dr Theresa Hydes - Successful Candidate Report

The Barbers’ Company Award for Trainees in Gastroenterology was introduced in 2021, and has been established by the Barber’s Company in memory of Sir Francis Avery Jones, past Master of the Barbers’ Company and past President of the BSG.

BSG International: Colon Cancer Screening Awareness

The BSG International Section is proud to raise awareness about colorectal cancer through a multilingual video featuring our members from around the world. Early detection saves lives—let’s spread the message far and wide!

Applications open for BSG Deputy Chair Education

Applications are now open for the role of BSG Deputy Chair Education from June 2025.

Applications open for BSG Workforce Lead (2025-2028) – 3 year appointment

Applications are now open for the role of BSG Workforce Lead from June 2025.

Applications open for BSG Deputy Chair International

Applications are now open for the role of BSG Deputy Chair International from June 2025.

BSG Dame Parveen Kumar Award for Education and Training 2024 - Dr Vinay Sehgal

Congratulations to Dr Vinay Sehgal; successful recipient of the BSG Dame Parveen Kumar for Education and Training Award 2024