SAGES -- The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons

11/10/2025

Less than a month left to submit an application for Shark Tank 2026! https://www.sages2026.org/shark-tank-2026/

11/07/2025

Register today, and be part of an innovative surgical meeting where you'll engage with industry leaders on advancements in surgical technology and practice! https://cvent.me/ky4r3Y

11/06/2025

Deadline to apply for general and robotic research grants is tomorrow November 7 at 11:59 pm PT. Learn more and apply: https://www.sages.org/research/research-grants/

11/04/2025

Two articles on IRCAD North America which formed a strategic partnership with SAGES in August. https://businessnc.com/magic-starting-to-happen-at-ircad-in-charlotte/ https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/29/ircad-pearl-surgical-training-institute-atrium

11/03/2025

In case you missed it, SAGES added a record 924 members in 2025. There's still time to reach 1000!

10/31/2025

Hiatal hernias: more than just reflux. Dr. Carlos Galvani discusses pathophysiology, risk factors (aging, obesity, straining), clinical presentation, and management from asymptomatic cases to surgical intervention.

A concise overview for providers.

10/31/2025

The FLS written test has been translated into Spanish and we are still seeking colleagues interested in taking the test to validate the exam. To participate, please purchase a $25 test voucher at surgicalfundamentals.org and complete the exam online. Contact christelle@sages.org with questions.

10/30/2025

Fluorescence-Guided Surgery Course for Fellows in November

2025 Course Dates:  November 7 & 8 Registration has Closed for this Course Location:  Center for the Future of Surgery/UC San Diego, San Diego, CA Course Chairs: Ryan Broderick, MD & Nova Szoka, MD The course features significant focus on advanced laparoscopic techniques, including dissection and ...

10/28/2025

Hiatal hernias: more than just reflux. Dr. Carlos Galvani discusses pathophysiology, risk factors (aging, obesity, straining), clinical presentation, and management—from asymptomatic cases to surgical intervention.

A concise overview for providers.

10/28/2025

SAGES is building a collection of Grand Rounds slide presentations that members can download and deliver at local meetings, hospital grand rounds, or use for medical education. visit the Collaborative Grand Rounds page https://www.sages.org/community-practice-grand-rounds/ to download and personalize.

10/27/2025

The SAGES 2025 Education and Innovation Center has extended its application deadline!
October 31, 2025 - Stations requiring industry-sponsored equipment/supplies
November 30, 2025 - Stations providing their own specialized equipment
https://www.sages2026.org/sages-2026-education-and-innovation-center-station-application/

10/24/2025

A few takes from last week's Flexible Endoscopy Course for Fellows at the University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. A special thanks to our chairs Drs. Eleanor Fung and Jeffrey Marks, faculty, fellows and industry partners for making this year's course such a success!