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Women in GI Regional Workshop: Minneapolis

Course Title: Women in GI Regional Workshops Women in GI Regional Workshop: Minneapolis
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Overview

Jun 6, 2026
Minneapolis, MN

Join us in Minneapolis, MN, for our final Women in GI Regional Workshop. This day-long event is a unique opportunity to meet with other women to advance gender equity, develop leadership skills, and build meaningful mentorship connections across all career stages.  

Each regionally focused event empowers women in GI through practical skill-building, candid conversations, and community support.  

Together, we’ll break down barriers to representation and create pathways for inclusion, connection, and growth. 

Our course directors bring perspectives from across the care team, representing diverse voices and experiences. Their insights come from key leadership groups, including the Women’s Committee, AGA NPPA Task Force, young gastroenterologists/early career committee, the FORWARD Program, and the AGA Future Leaders initiative. 

Travel grants available

Maria A. Leo-Lieber Scholarship Award (pdf)

Event dates:

Registration

Learning objectives

  1. Advance gender equity and leadership development: Reflect on the evolution and impact of the Women in GI Regional Workshops as platforms for promoting gender equity, mentorship, and leadership development across diverse practice settings.
  2. Build relational networks and mentorship opportunities: In a safe, supportive environment, you can build meaningful professional relationships through structured mentorship and peer networking.
  3. Address barriers to representation and inclusion: Identify and address challenges related to leadership, representation, and access, with a focus on fostering inclusion and systemic change.
  4. Feel empowered through practical skills and career development: Learn actionable skills in areas such as financial planning, negotiation, trauma-informed care, and advocacy to support career advancement and personal growth.

Pricing

Price
Virtual: $25
Non-member: $50
Trainees/early career: $25
APPs, full GIs, and others: $50

Sponsorship

This series is supported by educational grants from Eli Lilly and Johnson & Johnson.

Agenda

All times are Eastern.

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10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

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11:00 - 12:00 midday

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12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

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10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Session Sub-title 2

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11:00 - 12:00 midday

Session Sub-title 3

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12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Course faculty

Co-Chair

Lilani Perera, MD

Director of the Crohn’s & Colitis Program, Boston Medical Center

Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, Boston University

Loren Rabinowitz, MD

Instructor in Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Instructor in Medicine and Attending Physician in the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Course Director

Shahnaz Sultan, MD, MHSc, AGAF

Shahnaz Sultan, MD, MHSc, AGAF

Professor of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition

University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Esther Connor, MD

Gastroenterologist

MNGI

Tedra Gray, MSN, APRN, ACNP-BC

Tedra Gray, MSN, APRN, ACNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner

Sinai Chicago

Nadia Huq, MD

Nadia Huq, MD

Gastroenterologist

Aurora Health Care

Resources

Agenda

Date and Time
Session
Friday, June 5
6:30-9 p.m.
Networking and Reception
Saturday, June 6
8-8:30 a.m.
Registration and Breakfast
8:30-8:40 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Remarks
8:40-10 a.m.
Leadership & Career Advancement
8:40-9 a.m.
Professional Development Strategies – Building leadership skills and career growth
9-9:20 a.m.
Negotiation Skills – Securing protected time, fair compensation, and leadership roles
9:20-9:40 a.m.
Navigating Career Challenges – Overcoming systemic obstacles and biases in academic and clinical environments
9:40-10 a.m.
Mentorship and Sponsorship – Building meaningful mentor-mentee relationships
10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Equity & Advocacy
10:30-10:50 a.m.
Gender Dynamics in Referrals and Networking – Addressing inequities and creating inclusive opportunities
10:50-11:10 a.m.
Finding Your Voice and Overcoming Barriers – Strategies for confidence and advocacy in professional settings
11:10-11:30 a.m.
Inclusion in GI – Promoting equitable practices and representation
11:30-11:50 a.m.
Interactive Networking Activities – Creating opportunities for connection and collaboration during the event
11:50-11:55 a.m.
Group Photo
11:55 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
Lunch and Networking
12:55-1:55 p.m.
Wellness & Work-Life Integration
12:55-1:15 p.m.
Work-Life Balance – Practical approaches for managing personal and professional responsibilities
1:15-1:35 p.m.
Wellness and Self-Care – Mental health, stress management, and resilience
1:35-1:55 p.m.
Generational Dynamics in the Workforce – Understanding and navigating differences across age groups
1:55-2 p.m.
Photo Contest & Closing Remarks