Crohn's & Colitis Foundation - Alabama/NW Florida Chapter

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation - Alabama/NW Florida Chapter Our Mission: To cure Crohn's Disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.

Visit us at www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org 2023 Chapter Board of Trustees:
Dr. Dan Chu
Damian Doggett
Taylor Graham
John Grizzle
Michele Hill, MD
Marsha Maines
Linda Newman
Dr. Kirk Russ
Mark Scruggs

Join us for an IBD Pro CME webinar—Advancing IBD Care: Diagnosis, Management, and Communication—on Wednesday, September ...
08/20/2026

Join us for an IBD Pro CME webinar—Advancing IBD Care: Diagnosis, Management, and Communication—on Wednesday, September 23 at 6 p.m. CT. Our program will focus on practical, evidence-based approaches to IBD diagnosis and management across diverse communities, including patient-centered communication techniques that recognize varying levels of health literacy among people living with Crohn’s or colitis.

Jointly provided by RMEI Medical Education, LLC and the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. Supported through a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Earn CME, ANCC, and ACPE Credit(s), available exclusively to live attendees.

Register now: https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/events/advancing-ibd-care-diagnosis-mgmt-communication

08/17/2026

Clinical trials are a meaningful way for people living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis to access promising new treatments and diagnostic approaches while helping to improve options and care for the entire IBD community.

Hear from Gastroenterologist Dr. Serre-Yu Wong of the Icahn School of Medicine about why it's important for IBD patients to consider participating in clinical studies.

To learn more about the many ways you can contribute to research and to find available studies, visit the Clinical Trails Community: https://bit.ly/3BELm9E

Ready for an outdoorsy weekend? In just under 6-weeks, you can join our friends in Chattanooga, TN for a four-man team f...
08/16/2026

Ready for an outdoorsy weekend? In just under 6-weeks, you can join our friends in Chattanooga, TN for a four-man team friendly golf scramble benefitting the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation + Tennessee Take Steps! "Chip in for a Cure" by signing up a team today!

We'd love to see you on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Brainerd Golf Course for our 9 a.m. shotgun start. Join or Create a Team, or step-up as a Sponsor.

Curious about opportunities to support? E-mail Kira Gilbert ([email protected])

08/16/2026

Living with IBD? Riya from our National Council of College Leaders has a hack that changes everything: plan ahead. From doctor's appointments to medication and insurance — earlier is always better. Watch her tips 👆

If you are an adult with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease (CD) who has tried another therapy for Crohn’s disease that ...
08/15/2026

If you are an adult with moderate to severe Crohn’s disease (CD) who has tried another therapy for Crohn’s disease that didn’t work or is no longer working, you may be eligible for the GARNET study evaluating the efficacy and safety of using MORF-057 in treating CD.

Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/4eonECA

Life with IBD looks different in your 20s and 30s. Whether you're navigating college, starting a career, building relati...
08/15/2026

Life with IBD looks different in your 20s and 30s. Whether you're navigating college, starting a career, building relationships, or balancing work and family, our Young Adult Virtual Support Groups offer a welcoming space to connect with others who understand.

Share your experiences, talk about the challenges and successes of living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, and build meaningful connections with peers who get it.

Explore our Young Adult Virtual Support Groups and find the one that's right for you: https://bit.ly/4z3ygiG

Healthcare professionals are invited to this CME-accredited webinar focused on evidence-based approaches to diagnosing a...
08/14/2026

Healthcare professionals are invited to this CME-accredited webinar focused on evidence-based approaches to diagnosing and managing Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis across diverse patient populations.

Explore current clinical guidelines, navigating referral pathways to IBD specialists, addressing barriers to care, and more.

📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
⌚ 6–7 p.m. CT

Jointly provided by RMEI Medical Education, LLC and the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation.

Supported through a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Earn CME, ANCC, and ACPE Credit(s), available exclusively to live attendees.

Register today:
https://bit.ly/3TSaZQM

With the new school year upon us, we want to send best wishes to all of our families for a fantastic year! Don't forget ...
08/13/2026

With the new school year upon us, we want to send best wishes to all of our families for a fantastic year! Don't forget to review our "Taking IBD to School" resource kit for any questions! https://bit.ly/3yImO1w

08/12/2026

Health insurance can be confusing—especially when you're navigating a chronic illness like IBD. In this video, members of the Foundation's National Council of College Leaders (NCCL) break down the basics so you can feel more confident managing your IBD care.

They explain deductibles and copays, show you how to find your insurance information, what in-network care is, and how to prepare for the future.

Have questions about insurance? Drop them in the comments below.

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