Gary D. Wu, MD
Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania
Ferdinand G. Weisbrod Professor in Gastroenterology
“Relevance of the Gut Microbiome to
Human Health and Disease”
Check out the latest episode of High Fiber!
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Hyatt Olive 8, Downtown Seattle
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Parental Leave (and Pumpkin Spice) with Lauren Feld, M.D.
Join us for this important conversation regarding gender equity and parental leave in the field of gastroenterology with our guest Dr. Lauren Feld! Listen to the end for our favorite fall treats. Dr. Feld is a hepatology fellow at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA.
***Trigger warning: This conversation includes discussions on pregnancy, parenting and brief mention of pregnancy loss.
Join us for the first session of the 2025 "Meet the
Professor" Evening Program on Thursday, May 8th!
Don't Miss the 8th Biennial
State-of-the-Art in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Course!
The 2025 "Meet the Professor" Evening Program Calendar
Session 1: May 8, 2025
UW Wade Volwiler Annual Event
Gary D. Wu, M.D.
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Lecture Title: "Relevance of the Gut Microbiome to Human Health and Disease”
Session 2: June 5, 2025
UW Annual Hepatology Event
Norah Terrault, M.D., MPH
Keck School of Medicine of USC
Session 3: October 23, 2025
Douglas K. Rex, M.D.
Indiana University Health
Lecture Title: "Optimizing Quality in Colonoscopy"
Session 4: December 4, 2025 ~ Annual Holiday Mixer Event
Austin Chiang, M.D., MPH, FASGE
Attendees will learn from locally and nationally recognized experts in the field of endoscopy as they explore a variety of difficult clinical problems. Connect with gastroenterology healthcare providers from the Pacific Northwest region, including Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska, and Montana.
Designed for gastroenterologists, gastroenterology fellows, GI surgeons, and advanced practice providers and GI nurses, the course will gather over 250 attendees together in Downtown Seattle at Hyatt Olive 8.
Our unique Hands-On Workshops throughout the day will provide live practice, demonstrations, and feature the latest endoscopic products and devices.
This activity has been approved for 9 hours AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Earn up to 9 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine's (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program.
Catch Up with the PNWGS! Here's our latest Note from the President in case you've missed it in your inbox.
Please check back soon for updates to the Evening Program Schedule!
Our mission is to expand knowledge through engaging and educational events that foster relationships in the field of gastroenterology in the greater Pacific Northwest.
- Attend our dinner series at a discounted price available to members only.
- Members may also be considered for leadership opportunities that may be available on our Board of Directors.
It’s important to us to provide a quality educational experience to our members. Contact us for many ways to become involved today.