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American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
The ACG
is a professional organization of gastroenterologists. Their website provides patient
and physician information on various gastrointestinal disorders
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American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
The AGA is an international organization
dedicated to the study of gastrointestinal and liver disease. Their website is an
excellent patient and physician resource for digestive disease.
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American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)
The ASGE is an organization of physicians
who are experts in gastrointestinal endoscopy. They are committed to education regarding
endoscopic procedures and the assurance of the quality of endoscopy. Their website
is an excellent source of information on endoscopic procedures.
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American Society for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD)
The ASSLD is dedicated to the study
of liver disease. The liver is not directly evaluated by endoscopy but liver disease
can cause many problems which are treated endoscopically. Therefore, gastroenterologists
are trained in the treatment of liver disease.
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National Digestive Disease Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC)
An information dissemination service
of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).
The NIDDK is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This is an excellent
source of information and further links.
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Barrett's Esophagus Information
This website, sponsored by the drug
company, Astra-Zeneca, offers a wealth of information on GERD and Barrett's esophagus.
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Celiac Disease Foundation
The Celiac Disease Foundation provides support, information
and assistance to people affected by celiac sprue and related conditions.
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Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of
America is dedicated to the study and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease. This
is an excellent source of information.
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National Heartburn Alliance
The National Heartburn Alliance provides
a community of support for heartburn sufferers by providing education about the
causes and effects of heartburn, as well as solutions that offer them relief and
improved quality of life.
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International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD)
IFFGD addresses the issues surrounding
life with gastrointestinal function and motility disorders. They also work to increase
awareness of these disorders. Check out the patient information on gastroesophogeal
reflux, irritable bowel syndrome and other GI disorders.
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WebMD Digestive Disorders Health Center
WebMD provides valuable health information, tools for managing your health, and support to those who seek information.
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