Wherever you are based in the world, BSG International Membership connects you with the UK’s leading professional community in gastroenterology and hepatology.

Whether you are a consultant, trainee, nurse, Clinical Endoscopist, allied health professional, scientist or researcher, membership gives you opportunities to learn, connect, share expertise and participate in the wider BSG community.

Access authoritative clinical information and research, join education and events online, connect with colleagues who share your specialist interests – and take advantage of opportunities to attend BSG LIVE in the UK.

Join BSG as an International Member

Why become an International Member?

Be part of an international professional network

BSG gives you opportunities to network, learn and share ideas with peers and people with common specialist interests regionally, nationally and internationally.

Through BSG's specialist sections, education, events and wider professional community, you can build connections with people working in your particular field and exchange knowledge and experience across different healthcare systems.

Access leading journals wherever you are

International Membership includes digital access to a range of leading gastroenterology publications:

Gut – free online and flipping-book access

Frontline Gastroenterology – free online and flipping-book access

BMJ Open Gastroenterology – free online access

Gut Science – free online access

Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics (AP&T) – free online access

Education and Training
You don't need to be in the UK to benefit from BSG education. International Members can access a growing programme of webinars, podcasts and online educational content, providing opportunities to hear from experts, explore current clinical issues and learn alongside colleagues from around the world.

Many BSG events also offer online attendance or access to digital content, making it easier to participate without travelling to the UK.

Explore BSG events

Join us at BSG LIVE – online or in person

BSG LIVE is our flagship annual meeting, bringing together the gastroenterology and hepatology community for several days of education, research, discussion and networking.

International Members can participate virtually or join us in person in the UK, providing access to a broad programme covering clinical practice, research, innovation and developments across the specialty.

Eligible International Members can apply for travel bursaries to support attendance at BSG LIVE, helping towards the costs associated with travelling to the UK for the conference.

Access grants, bursaries and awards

BSG membership can open the door to opportunities to develop your work and career.

Depending on the individual scheme and eligibility criteria, International Members may be able to apply for BSG grants, bursaries, fellowships and awards, supporting activities such as education, research, professional development, collaboration and travel.

We regularly promote opportunities to our members, helping you identify funding and awards relevant to your career stage and professional interests.