From the AGW Chair and the President of GESA

Despite the distance, we are confident that AGW26 will attract a large and engaged audience, drawn by a program that is both

distinctive and highly relevant to contemporary gastroenterology and hepatology practice.

The theme for this year’s meeting — AGW26: Integration, Innovation & Collaboration — reflects our commitment to support cross disciplinary integration of knowledge, recognising that today’s most challenging gastrointestinal and liver problems are complex,

nuanced, and best addressed through shared understanding across subspecialties, professions and sectors.

The scientific program will bring together clinicians, scientists, educators and industry partners to explore how innovation — in

therapeutics, devices, diagnostics and models of care — can be translated into meaningful improvements in patient outcomes.

Collaboration sits at the heart of this approach, and AGW provides a unique national platform where these conversations can

occur at scale.

AGW26 will feature several major highlights, including:

• The return of Live Endoscopy, offering practical, real-world insights into advanced endoscopic techniques
• A comprehensive Postgraduate Course, supporting both trainees and established clinicians in core and emerging areas
• A single-topic Liver Cancer Meeting, reflecting the growing complexity and rapid evolution of hepatocellular carcinoma management
• Protected Poster networking sessions supported by hospitality and close to the industry footprint.

Importantly, the program has been deliberately structured to ensure relevance for both private practice and academic specialists, with themed sessions that address everyday clinical challenges alongside cutting-edge research and innovation.

We value the partnership of our sponsors and recognise the critical role industry plays in advancing education, research and

patient care. We look forward to working closely with you to ensure AGW26 is a dynamic, impactful and rewarding meeting for

all involved.

Miriam Levy

Chair, AGW Scientific Program Committee

Alex Thompson

President, Gastroenterological Society of Australia