Professor Neeraj Bhala awarded the Bisset Hawkins Medal
We are delighted to extend our congratulations to BSG member Professor Neeraj Bhala on receiving the prestigious Bisset Hawkins Medal from the Royal College of Physicians!
Prof Neeraj Bhala is a Professor of Gastroenterology and Head of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the University of Melbourne Medical School, as well as a Consultant Physician & Gastroenterologist at Royal Melbourne Hospital.
This triennial award recognises outstanding contributions to public health and sanitary science. The honour reflects his commitment to reducing preventable gastrointestinal and liver disease. As the first Indian-origin foreign gold medallist, and now based at the University and Royal Melbourne Hospital, Prof Bhala hopes this recognition will help inspire the next generation of population health research-active clinicians.
Congratulations to our new Mentoring Lead, Dr Noor Jawad
We are delighted to welcome our new BSG Mentoring Lead, Dr Noor Jawad.
A career as a clinical academic in gastroenterology by Prof Alexander Ford
We’re delighted to share that Prof Alexander Ford, one of the most respected figures in gastroenterology for his prolific academic output and publishing record, has written an insightful new piece for Frontline Gastroenterology: “Reflecting on a career as a clinical academic in gastroenterology.”
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We are introducing member voting for the next BSG President-Elect
The BSG introducing an important change to the way we select our future President. From 2026, members will have the opportunity to vote for the President-Elect as part of a new pilot election process designed to increase transparency, strengthen governance, and enhance member engagement.