29th Annual Medical and Surgical Approaches to GI Disorders - Kiawah Island - 2026

Monday, July 13, 2026, 7:00 AM - Friday, July 17, 2026, 1:05 PM, Kiawah Island - Turtle Point Clubhouse, 1 Turtle Point Ln, Kiawah Island, SC

2026 Registration Pricing: 

• Physicians (Early Registration Before July 1^st) - $795.00

• Physicians (Registration on July 1^st or Afterward) - $945.00

• Non-Physicians (Early Registration Before July 1^st) - $695.00

• Non-Physicians (Registration on July 1^st or Afterward) - $845.00

• 2 Days or Less (Early Registration Before July 1^st) - $445.00

• 2 Days or Less (Registration on July 1^st or Afterward) - $545.00

• Exhibitor/Vendor Representative – FREE (2 per company with paid sponsorship) – $0.00

 

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (25.00 hours), ABIM MOC Part 2 (25.00 hours), Non-Physician Credit For Attending An AMA PRA Category 1 Event (25.00 hours)

Conference is designed for gastroenterologists, surgeons, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nutritionists, and other health care professionals who treat GI disorders

1. Summarize recent clinical trial data and guideline updates on the medical and surgical management of inflammatory bowel disease and other GI disorders.
2. Differentiate patient scenarios in which endosurgical techniques, conventional surgery, or medical therapy alone are most appropriate.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of current endoscopic and minimally invasive surgical techniques used in GI disease management.
4. Apply evidence-based criteria to determine optimal timing for surgical referral in IBD and other GI conditions.
5. Integrate multidisciplinary strategies to improve coordination of care and optimize patient outcomes.

Cancellation Policy

The Medical College of Georgia reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 
The Medical College of Georgia is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

29th Annual Medical and Surgical Approaches to GI Disorders - 2026 will be held at the Kiawah Island Golf Resort in the Turtle Point Golf Course Clubhouse, 2nd floor. Various accommodations have been reserved for conference attendees.

One Bedroom Scenic Villa - $280.00 per night
Two Bedroom Scenic Villa - $425.00 per night
Three Bedroom Scenic Villa - $540.00 per night

Airport Transportation:
To schedule your reservation for transportation, please call 843-768-2790.  Rental cars are also available at the Charleston airport.  Contact your preferred provider directly.

Kiawah Island Golf Resort will confirm your reservation directly to you when your deposit is received. If the type of accommodation you request is unavailable, the most appropriate lodging available will be reserved for you. Your deposit must be received within five (5) days. All rates are subject to 13% tax (subject to change) and villa rates include a 9% daily resort fee. Cancellations must be received fourteen (14) days prior to arrival date for refund of deposit.

The Medical College of Georgia’s Office for Continuing Medical Education adheres to ACCME Criteria, Standards and Policies regarding industry support of continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and their commercial relationships will be made prior to the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

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Exhibitor/Sponsorship process:

ALL EXHIBITORS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE AN EXHIBITORS CONTRACT. This contract will be sent via DocuSign from the CME Office.

The CME Office does not collect Exhibitor Fees. ***All monies for exhibitors/sponsorships are handled through the Hosting Department.

If you would like to have access to session presentations and/or claim CME credit, please register under the REGISTRATION tab above as: Exhibitor/Vendor Representative - FREE (2 per company with paid reserved space). A CloudCME account is required to register for this conference to receive CME credits and/or view presentations.

 

Please reach out to Helen Smith at [email protected] for more information regarding sponsorships