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Digestive Disease Week® (DDW)

Digestive Disease Week® (DDW)

DDW is the most prestigious meeting in the world for GI professionals, providing you an unparalleled opportunity to delve into exciting new developments with leaders in gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery.

We look forward to seeing you at DDW 2025, from May 3-6, 2025, in San Diego, California or online!

Post-meeting resources

View the entire collection of videos on the DDW TV channel.

You can also find coverage of some of the most cutting-edge topics that were presented on the DDW News blog.

AGA events

All events take place at AGA Central (L Street Bridge) unless otherwise noted. Thanks to our meetup sponsors Genentech USA, Inc., Geneoscopy, Inc., Johnson & Johnson Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Salix Pharmaceuticals.

Key dates

OCT.

24

Abstract submission opens. Showcase your work at the GI field’s most prestigious platform and be part of conversations that move the field forward. 

DEC.

5

Abstract submission site closes at 9 p.m. EDT (UTC –5).

JAN.

15

Registration and housing open for AGA members. Receive reduced registration fees and your first choice of hotel by registering early.

JAN.

22

Registration and housing open for nonmembers.

FEB.

19

DDW Basic Science Travel Awards application deadline

FEB.

20

AGA travel awards application deadline

FEB.

26

DDW and AGA-ASGE Postgraduate Course early bird deadline

FEB.

26

Late-Breaking Abstract submission opens

MARCH

5

Late-Breaking Abstract submission closes

APRIL

30

Final day to save on DDW registration. After this date prices increase.

MAY

5

DDW Career Fair (3:30 -5:30 p.m.)

MAY

6

Meet ups in AGA Central (South Hall A, Level 3)

9:30 a.m. – GI Researchers
1 p.m. – Women of GI

MAY

6

Social Media Meet Up (6-7 p.m., Grand Ballroom)

This event is supported by Biocon Biologics.

MAY

7

Meet ups in AGA Central (South Hall A, Level 3)

10 a.m. – IBD specialists (established and aspiring!)
1 p.m. – GI Dietitians

MAY

7

AGA & DHPA Trainee and Early Career Networking Hour (2-3 p.m., DDW Trainee and Early Career Lounge)

MAY

8

Meet ups in AGA Central (South Hall A, Level 3)

11 a.m. – Trainees
1 p.m. – GI Opportunity Fund

Let your passion guide you to DDW.

In 2025, let's Be Gutsy together.

Join us in San Diego or online as we open ourselves to new ideas, new perspectives and new collaborations May 3-6. Learn what we have in store for you this year.

Hear from our #AGAGastroSquad

News

You choose how you want to attend

If you’re unable to attend in person in the district you can join us online with four channels of livestreamed sessions. See the differences and what’s included with each option.

Check out the categories and pricing for DDW 2025. View each description to see which category best fits your needs.

Need a visa to attend DDW? To help with longer than usual visa processing times, DDW has created an invitation letter generator to help expedite the process.

AGA scientific programming at DDW is developed by

AGA Institute Council

Learn, network and save!

Join AGA, or renew your membership, before Feb. 26, 2025, to receive special early bird member pricing for DDW and the AGA-ASGE Postgraduate Course. 

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