Undergraduates

#GoForGastro

Welcome to the BSG Undergraduates page where you can find out more about gastroenterology and hepatology as a career, how to get involved in the Society whilst at medical school, relevant events and resources, and details on how you can become a member of the BSG. If you are considering a career in gastroenterology, you are in the right place! Medical students who are interested in Gastroenterology are welcome to join the Society free of charge. Membership will provide access to educational events, bursaries, speaker suggestions, networking opportunities and lots more.


BSG Undergraduate Membership

Medical students who are interested in Gastroenterology are welcomed to join the Society free of charge.   

Membership will provide access to educational events as well as other relevant information on our specialism. Membership will also allow medical students to apply for bursaries to attend the BSG Annual meeting, as well as covering up to £500 of travel expenses to attend.    

The BSG will be able to assist with speakers for your university events, judges for essay prizes, networking, and opportunities to assist on research projects and audits.    

Conditions 

  • Applications will require proof of study (image of your student ID) from your current university and will be reviewed by the BSG Membership Secretary
  • During your time at medical school, your membership will have to be renewed annually on 31st July  
  • When you finish at medical school, you can continue to be a taster member of the BSG at a cost of £24 a year  

How to apply?

  1. Fill out the registration form below with your details and make sure to submit an image of your student ID.
  2. Once you click "submit" on the form below, you will be directed to the Undergraduate Membership page. From here, add 1x membership and "purchase" it for free by following the checkout and filling in your details.
  3. Once you have completed the purchase process you will be sent confirmation of your membership and a Welcome Email.


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Undergraduate Membership
Click the button below to register for a BSG Undergraduate membership.


Awards and Bursaries

We offer a range of bursaries for travel to attend BSG LIVE, as well as elective placements. We support medical students wanting to do placements abroad in the gastroenterology and hepatology fields. The elective bursaries run in the autumn of every year, you can read some of our elective placement success stories below. The travel bursaries cover the cost of attending our annual BSG LIVE conference and are initiated around April time.

Undergraduate News

IBD News
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June 24, 2025

BSG Inflammatory Bowel Disease Guideline 2025

Our newly updated guideline for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is now available, providing a comprehensive road map for evidence-based, expert management of both Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Awards
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June 23, 2025

BSG Lifetime Achievement Award presented to Professor Emad El-Omar

The British Society of Gastroenterology has awarded a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award to Professor Emad El-Omar, recognising his extraordinary contributions to the field of gastroenterology, his exemplary leadership, and his unwavering commitment to mentoring and education.

News Area
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June 19, 2025

Sheffield consultant wins international award for irritable bowel syndrome work

Dr Imran Aziz, honorary consultant gastroenterologist at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and senior clinical lecturer at the University of Sheffield, was presented with the Rome Foundation Academic Fellowship in recognition of his exceptional scientific research and clinical impact in gastroenterology services.


What the 2024 Undergraduates thought of BSG LIVE‘24

General

“Attending the conference was immensely beneficial as it allowed me to immerse myself in the latest advancements and research in gastroenterology.” – CJ

“The exposure to cutting-edge research, expert opinions, and networking opportunities has been invaluable.” – GG

“….provided a deep dive into the latest advancements and issues in gastroenterology. The hands-on sessions, expert interactions, and comprehensive learning ….also ignited a passion for pursuing a career in this dynamic field.” – IA

“…it gave insight into what a career of an academic gastroenterologist involves as well as the diverse expertise of researchers in the field.”- IG

“…the conference was very thought-provoking, and it exceeded my expectations”- MM

Masterclasses

“I really enjoyed the opportunity to try out a Beginner’s Session at the EndoVillage. I gained a deeper appreciation for the manual dexterity required for endoscopy and just how easy the Consultants make it look!” – FM

“The conference not only broadened my knowledge but also reignited my passion for the field of gastroenterology…. allowed me to appreciate the different perspectives of healthcare that are on offer. From that of clinicians, to salesmen, and to technicians showing of the latest kit.” – GG

The insights into GI bleeding management and the latest advancements in medications for ulcerative colitis and IBD will enhance my understanding and ability to contribute meaningfully during patient care discussions and decision-making processes.” – IA

Networking

“Attending the conference was immensely beneficial as it allowed me to immerse myself in the latest advancements and research in gastroenterology.” – CJ

“The exposure to cutting-edge research, expert opinions, and networking opportunities has been invaluable.” – GG

“….provided a deep dive into the latest advancements and issues in gastroenterology. The hands-on sessions, expert interactions, and comprehensive learning ….also ignited a passion for pursuing a career in this dynamic field.” – IA

“…it gave insight into what a career of an academic gastroenterologist involves as well as the diverse expertise of researchers in the field.”- IG

“…the conference was very thought-provoking, and it exceeded my expectations”- MM

BSG Podcasts

Podcasts
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September 25, 2024

BSG Mentoring podcast - featuring Phedra and Vikki

Featuring our Mentoring Lead Dr Fran Moroni chatting with Phedra Dodds, SW Endoscopy Training Academy Nurse Lead, and Vikki Garrett, Nurse Consultant about their experience of mentoring.

Podcasts
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September 24, 2024

Trainees Podcast - SEASON 3

Episode 1: Getting a training number - portfolio and application

Podcasts
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October 24, 2023

Follow your gut - a SWiG Podcast

In this podcast, Dr Basavaraju will be reflecting on his interesting career journey from Bangalore to Aberdeen; his achievements, and importantly, the challenges overcome.

Useful Resources


Gastroenterology Curriculum 2022 Education Evening Webinar

This webinar was recorded on 6th July 2022 and formed an introduction to the new Gastroenterology and Hepatology Training Curriculum.


Check out the latest Web Education

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June 30, 2025

BSG Endoscopy Question Time: ERCP

This webinar was recorded on 18th June 2025

Gut Highlights
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June 18, 2025

BSG Gut Highlights June 2025

BSG Gut highlights for June 2025

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Masterclass summaries
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June 16, 2025

Masterclass: Optimising the monitoring strategies in IBD: why, who and how

Symptoms in inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) do not correlate well with objective measures of disease activity.

Meet our Members

Meet Ian Beales

Meet Ian Beales

Ian is a Clinical Associate Professor in Gastrointestinal Physiology and Pharmacology at Norwich Medica School, University of East Anglia

Meet Stephanie Poo

Meet Stephanie Poo

Dr. Stephanie Poo is a Gastroenterology specialist trainee based in North West London

Meet Gaurav Nigam

Meet Gaurav Nigam

Dr Gaurav Nigam is a gastroenterology trainee in the Thames Valley (Oxford) deanery.

Meet Maya Thrasher

Meet Maya Thrasher

Maya Thrasher is an IMT at North Middlesex Hospital, London. She trained at Newcastle University and has subsequently worked in London, Liverpool and Mel

Meet Amrita Sethi

Meet Amrita Sethi

Prof Amrita Sethi is an inspiring Advanced Endoscopist at Columbia University Medical Centre.

Meet Natalia Zarate-Lopez

Meet Natalia Zarate-Lopez

Dr Zarate-Lopez is currently the GI physiology Unit lead at University College of London Hospital