World Gastroenterology Organization (WGO) News and Events

World Congress of Gastroenterology, New Delhi: 30 September – 3 October 2026 On behalf of WGO and the Indian Society of Gastroenterology (ISG), we invite you to the World Congress of Gastroenterology (WCOG 2026)—a landmark event being held for the very first time in India, in the vibrant national capital, New Delhi. India has emerged as a significant contributor to global gastrointestinal research, with a growing focus on diseases highly relevant to both local and international populations. Premier medical institutions and research organizations in India have played pivotal roles in developing national and international guidelines, advancing epidemiological surveillance, and fostering translational research. Cohosted by WGO and the ISG, WCOG 2026 promises to be a unique convergence of minds from across the globe—gastroenterologists, hepatologists, pancreatologists, endoscopists, gastrointestinal surgeons, and dieticians, nurses, technologists and other healthcare professionals deeply invested in advancing care in our field. Our theme, “Transforming Gastrointestinal Health, Preserving Nature,” reflects not just a scientific pursuit but a commitment to the larger well-being of our planet. Expect a dynamic blend of cutting-edge research, meaningful discussions, and the kind of cross-disciplinary exchange that will shape the future of medicine. More information is available at https://wcog2026india.com/ WGO Welcomes New Governing Council Earlier this year, WGO announced their 2026 to 2027 Governing Council led by President, Professor Carolina Olano of Uruguay. A WGO volunteer for several years, Prof. Olano has served in various positions in the organization, including Secretary General, Scientific Program Committee Chair, WGO Academy Task Force Chair, and member of the IBS and Celiac Diseases Guidelines Task Forces. Prof. Olano is joined on the Executive Committee by the following individuals:Prof. Vivek Kaul (USA) – President-Elect. Prof. Geoffrey Metz (Australia) – Past President and Chair, Nominations Committee. Prof. Anita Afzali (USA) – Secretary General. Prof. Kaichun Wu (China) – Treasurer and Chair, Finance Committee. Prof. Dan Dumitrascu (Romania) – Director-at-Large. In addition to the new Executive Committee members are nine new committee chairs serving on the Governing Council. They are:Prof. Anahita Sadeghi (Iran) – Chair, Climate Change Committee. Prof. Kelly Burak (Canada) – Chair, Education Committee. Prof. Nazish Butt (Pakistan) – Chair, Endoscopy Committee. Prof. Alice Lee (Australia) – Chair, Hepatology Committee. Prof. Susana Lopes (Portugal) – Chair, IBD Committee. Prof. Tony Tham (Ireland) – Chair, Media and Community Engagement Committee. Prof. Wojciech Marlicz (Poland) – Chair, Train the Trainers Committee. Prof. Luis Carlos Sabbagh (Colombia) – Chair, Training Centers Committee. Prof. Georgiana-Emmanuela Gîlcă-Blanariu – Chair, Young GI Committee.