Gastroenterological Society of Australia

The Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA) is the peak body for the discipline of gastroenterology and hepatology in Australia and sets, promotes and continuously improves the standards of practice, training and research in gastroenterology and hepatology in Australia. This is achieved through leadership in gastroenterology and hepatology, supporting and improving best practice in care, advocacy for our members and the community, and engagement with our members to support their professional life.

Objectives
GESA aims to:

• Promote the advancement of knowledge, and maintain standards, in the practice of gastroenterology, hepatology and pancreatology.
• Promote and foster research in basic and clinical science in these areas
• Provide guidelines to relevant professional associations and colleges and to governments, on the training of clinicians and the practice of gastroenterology in Australia.

Research
Foster basic and clinical research programs through research grants, scholarships, fellowships and awards and through assistance with collaborative study, design and data collection of multi-center clinical trials, statistical aspects and reporting.

Education
GESA promotes the education of healthcare professionals and consumers in a variety of ways including its annual Scientific Meeting, Australian Gastroenterology Week (AGW) and by supporting the credentialing of endoscopists.

Regulatory Advice
GESA advises Government, Professional Associations and other relevant bodies on regulatory matters relating to gastroenterology.