American Gastroenterological Association

The American Gastroenterological Association is the trusted voice of the GI community. Founded in 1897, the AGA has grown to include more than 16,000 members from around the globe who are involved in all aspects of the science, practice and advancement of gastroenterology.

The AGA, a 501(c6) organization, administers all membership and publicpolicy activities, while the AGA Institute, a 501(c3) organization, runs the organization’s practice, research and educational programs.

On a monthly basis, the AGA Institute publishes two highly respected journals, Gastroenterology and Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

The organization's annual meeting is Digestive Disease Week®, which is held each May and is the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery.

The AGA Research Foundation provides digestive disease research grants on behalf of the AGA Institute.