Presentation of the AGA William Beaumont Prize in Gastroenterology to Hashem B. El-Serag, MD, MPH

It is an honor to write this piece celebrating Dr Hashem El-Serag as recipient of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) William Beaumont Prize in Gastroenterology (Photo 1). Established in 1976, this prize honors a senior investigator who has made a major contribution that has significantly advanced the care of patients with digestive diseases through clinical or translational research. This year, Hashem joins a cadre of 21 highly accomplished scientists who have received this award since its inception.

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Giugno 2024

AGA Clinical Practice Guideline on Endoscopic Eradication Therapy of Barrett’s Esophagus and Related Neoplasia

Barrett’s esophagus (BE) is the precursor to esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC). Endoscopic eradication therapy (EET) can be effective in eradicating BE and related neoplasia and has greater risk of harms and resource use than surveillance endoscopy. This clinical practice guideline aims to inform clinicians and patients by providing evidence-based practice recommendations for the use of EET in BE and related neoplasia.

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Maggio 2024