Gastroenterology SpRs - "Highlights from Gut" ambassador opportunity

The BSG is keen to strengthen its links with the journal, Gut. As part of this initiative, we hope to have a new section of our BSG newsletter every month dedicated to highlighting the best content in Gut that is relevant to all BSG members, be those interested in IBD, Hepatology, Endoscopy, HPB and Nutrition.

UEG Rising Star Awards 2026

The Rising Star Award recognises early career achievements and provides a durable platform for young researchers to further evolve their careers. The awardees are selected based on a track record of international quality research and developing scientific independence.

BSG Travelling Fellowship – AASLD and visit to the National Institute of Health in Baltimore

This fellowship aims to offer an opportunity for a trainee who has a strong interest in Hepatology to attend AASLD’s Liver Meeting in Washington DC, USA in November 2025 to see the latest research and clinical updates in Hepatology.

Congratulations to Dr Dina Mansour; the new BSG Deputy VP Hepatology

We are delighted to extend our congratulations to Dr Dina Mansour; the new BSG Deputy VP Hepatology.

Perceptions and impact of Alcohol Minimum Unit Pricing

Dr Ewan Forrest, BSG Alcohol Lead, and Dr Coral Hollywood, BSG VP Hepatology, discuss the perceptions and impact of Minimum Unit Pricing of alcohol in Scotland, and the benefits of introducing a similar approach in England.

Call for nominations – 24th ECCO IBD Intensive Course for Trainees

The annual IBD Intensive Course is a 1-day course which takes place prior to the ECCO Congress. This is an excellent educational opportunity and a prestigious event, with those who have been in the past rating this very highly.

NHS Approve Initial National Roll Out of GPwER Gastroenterology Programme

A programme to train GPs with extended roles (GPwERs) in gastroenterology has recently been approved by the NHS for a national roll out.

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.

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.

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.

New Impact Factors announced for BSG Journals

Gut, one of the world’s leading journals in gastroenterology, has once again cemented its position at the forefront of the specialty with a newly released Impact Factor of 25.8, as announced in the latest Journal Citation Reports (JCR) from Clarivate.

Spring 2025 BSG Elections Results

The spring 2025 BSG elections results are now in! Check out who your new elected members and representatives are.