World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO)

Non-profit OrganizationsWisconsin, United States11-50 Employees

The World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO) is a non-profit federation that coordinates global activities in gastroenterology and hepatology. It represents more than 50,000 professionals, including gastroenterologists, hepatologists and GI surgeons, through over 100 member societies, individual members and regional associations, with a focus on advancing standards in training and education for digestive health worldwide. The organization aims to raise public and professional awareness of gastrointestinal and liver disorders, provide independent, high-quality educational opportunities, and foster international collaboration in education, training and research to improve patient care. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, WGO was formed in 1935 and incorporated in 1958, and it operates alongside the WGO Foundation, which supports its educational programs and activities. A recent development includes the publication of updated guidelines on probiotics and prebiotics in 2023, reflecting its role in guiding clinical practice globally.

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