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The American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE): Founded in 1941, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing patient care and digestive health by promoting excellence in endoscopy. With more than 11,000 members worldwide, ASGE promotes the highest standards for endoscopic
training and practice, fosters research, recognizes distinguished contributions to the field of endoscopy, and is the foremost
resource for endoscopic education. In addition, ASGE serves the public by providing accurate, credible information on
endoscopic procedures and safety in endoscopy. (Link: http://www.asge.org/)
American Gastroenterological Association (AGA): The American Gastroenterological Association is the trusted voice of the GI
community. Founded in 1897, the AGA has grown to include 17,000 members from around the globe who are involved in all aspects
of the science, practice and advancement of gastroenterology. The AGA Institute administers the practice, research and educational
programs of the organization. (Link: http://www.gastro.org/wmspage.cfm?parm1=2)
The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG): The mission of the American College of Gastroenterology shall be to advance
the medical treatment and scientific study of gastrointestinal disorders. The College will strive to serve the evolving needs of physicians
in the delivery of high quality scientific, humanistic, clinical, ethical, and cost-effective health care to gastroenterology patients.
(Link: http://www.acg.gi.org/)
International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD): The International Foundation for Functional
Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) is a Public Charity designated under the U.S. IRS code 501(c)(3). They are a nonprofit education
and research organization dedicated to informing, assisting, and supporting people affected by gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. IFFGD
was founded in 1991 by one person struggling with the challenges imposed by a chronic GI disorder. They work with patients, families,
physicians, nurses, practitioners, investigators, regulators, employers, and others to improve digestive health in the adults and children.
(Link: http://www.iffgd.org/)
United Ostomy Associations of America Inc. (UOAA): UOAA is a national network for bowel and urinary diversion support groups
in the United States. Its goal is to provide a nonprofit association that will serve to unify and strengthen its member support groups,
which are organized for the benefit of people who have, or will have intestinal or urinary diversions and their caregivers.
(Link: http://www.uoaa.org/)
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC): The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse
(NDDIC) is an information dissemination service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).
The NIDDK is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
NDDIC was established in 1980 to increase knowledge and understanding about digestive diseases among people with these conditions
and their families, health care professionals, and the general public. To carry out this mission, NDDIC works closely with a coordinating
panel of representatives from Federal agencies, voluntary organizations on the national level, and professional groups to identify and
respond to informational needs about digestive diseases. (Link: http://www.digestive.niddk.nih.gov/)
American Liver Foundation: Their mission is to facilitate, advocate and promote education, support and research for the prevention,
treatment and cure of liver disease. (Link: http://www.liverfoundation.org/)
HCV Advocate sponsored by the Hepatitis C Support Project (HCSP): The Hepatitis C Support Project is a registered non-profit
organization founded in 1997 by Alan Franciscus and other HCV positive individuals to address the lack of education, support, and
services available at that time for the HCV population. HCSP's mission is to provide unbiased information, support, and advocacy to all
communities affected by HCV and HIV/HCV coinfection, including medical providers. (Link: http://www.hcvadvocate.org/)
Hepatitis Foundation International (HFI): The Hepatitis Foundation International is dedicated to the eradication of viral hepatitis, a
disease affecting over 500 million people around the world. They seek to raise awareness of this enormous worldwide problem and to
motivate people to support this important – and winnable – battle. (Link: http://www.hepatitisfoundation.org/)
American Cancer Society: The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization
dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer,
through research, education, advocacy, and service. (Link: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp)
Celiac Sprue Association (CSA): The Celiac Sprue Association® remains the largest non-profit celiac support group in
America, with over 125 chapters and resource units across the country, and over 9,000 members worldwide. A dedicated force
of volunteer officers and committee members serve as the organization's strong backbone, affectionately calling themselves,
"Celiacs Helping Celiacs." (Link: http://www.csaceliacs.org/)
Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA): The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America is a non-profit, volunteer-driven
organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. (Link: http://www.ccfa.org/) |
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