NASPGHAN

06/05/2026

NASPGHAN is proud to recognize June as . We support and acknowledge the contributions of our members in the + Community. Our society is committed to improving our diversity and providing equitable and inclusive programs and positions to all members.

Learn more: https://naspghan.org/recent-news/naspghan-recognizes-pride-month-2026/

NASPGHAN is proud to recognize June as PRIDE Month. We support and acknowledge the contributions of our members in the LGBTQIA+ Community. Our society is

06/04/2026

In the newest episode of the Bowel Sounds Podcast, Dr. Valeria Cohran discusses the advances in intestinal rehabilitation care for infants and children with short bowel syndrome, including changes in management, line care, and use of GLP-2 analogues that have led to decreases in intestinal failure-associated and transplantation.

Listen now: https://naspghan.buzzsprout.com/581062/episodes/19238591-valeria-cohran-transforming-care-for-children-with-intestinal-failure

06/03/2026

In a recent article for JPGN Reports, Chen, Gibson, and Squires discuss successful of vertically acquired in a child using direct-acting antiviral therapy administered via gastrojejunal tube.

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Hepatitis C virus (HCV) remains a significant global health burden, with vertical transmission being the primary route of infection in children. Direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) have transformed HCV t...

06/03/2026

Congratulations, NASPGHAN! 🎉

Abstract submissions have officially closed, and this year our community reached an extraordinary milestone: more than 1,000 abstracts submitted, breaking NASPGHAN’s all-time record.

This achievement reflects the strength and global reach of our society, with submissions from 24 countries worldwide and increases across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. We also celebrate the successful launch of Quality Improvement abstracts, with 30 submissions, and recognize APGNN and CPNP for their strong contributions.

These record numbers reflect the momentum, innovation, and collaborative spirit that define NASPGHAN.

Now, the next step is yours.

Join us in San Diego this October to experience this energy firsthand — where ideas spark collaboration and science translates into impact for the children and families we serve.

Register now and join us in San Diego!
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The Abstract Submission Site is Now Open! Click here to submit Application deadline is June 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

05/31/2026

Members of NASPGHAN can stay updated on guidelines and position statements by visiting our comprehensive center: https://naspghan.org/professional-resources/clinical-guidelines/

Clinical Guidelines and Position Statements

05/30/2026

The GI Kids website offers helpful and accessible information about common tests and procedures used to diagnose diseases of the intestinal system, , and pancreas.

Share with your and their families today: https://gikids.org/tests-procedures/

Pediatric gastroenterologists are specially trained to diagnose and treat diseases of a child’s intestinal system as well as diseases of the liver and

05/29/2026

Members of NASPGHAN can support gastroenterologists and their patients by advocating for policies, initiatives, and programs focused on education, prevention, treatment, and access to care.

Learn more on our Take Action webpage: https://naspghan.org/advocacy/take-action/

NASPGHAN is continually working to increase its national and state visibility through advocacy, but legislative and regulatory battles are fought from the

05/28/2026

To recognize Jewish American Heritage Month, we want to highlight Dr. Sarah Lusman, a member of NASPGHAN who has made a significant impact in our field.

Learn more about Dr. Lusman: https://naspghan.org/recent-news/jewish-american-heritage-month/

To recognize Jewish American Heritage Month, we want to highlight Dr. Sarah Lusman, a member of NASPGHAN who has made a significant impact in our field.

05/27/2026

In the May issue of the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Moran-Lev et al. describe the experience of managing children with ultra-short bowel syndrome (USBS) and assess outcomes.

Learn more: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jpn3.70390

05/26/2026

NASPGHAN 2026 offers more than one way for you and your team to take part. There is so much to explore!

As you look ahead to October, think about how you want to build your week in San Diego.

Start with the Annual Meeting, taking place Thursday through Saturday, and consider adding:

• One of our Wednesday Single Topic Symposiums
• Our Thursday Postgraduate Course

This year’s Single Topic options are:

• Pediatric Intestinal Failure in the Modern Era
• Advancing Pediatric Endoscopy: Bridging Gaps in Therapeutic Skills for Everyday Practice (held off-site at the Center for the Future of Surgery – UCSD in La Jolla, CA)

The Postgraduate Course offers a focused day of practical education across several key areas before the Annual Meeting gets underway.

Whether you join us for one program or create a fuller week of learning, NASPGHAN 2026 offers something for every stage of practice and every area of interest, including programming for dietitians and APRNs.

We can’t wait to see you in San Diego!
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