AGA-AASLD Academic Skills Workshop
Overview
The AGA-AASLD Academic Skills Workshop is a premier, mentorship-driven experience for U.S.-based fellows and early career gastroenterologists.
Designed for those pursuing — or considering — a career in academic medicine, this program supports participants at every stage of the decision-making process. This is your opportunity to gain guidance, build connections, and confidently take the next step in your career.
Apply by Sept. 28, 2026, to be considered for the next cohort! To apply, log in with your existing AGA account. If you don't have one, create a free account first, then complete the application. This opportunity is only open to active AGA and AASLD members. While you may submit your application before renewing or rejoining AGA, accepted applicants must have an active membership if accepted for the next cohort.
Apply nowWhat you need to apply
- Current CV or biosketch in PDF format.
- Personal statement describing research interests and how the Academic Skills Workshop will advance your career (500 words or less).
- Research proposal with background, specific aims, and methods in one page or less in PDF format.
- Letter of recommendation from your program director or section chief in PDF format.
Your AGA member advantage
AGA membership connects fellows and early career GIs with career-building resources, mentorship opportunities, and focused updates — including access to programs like the AGA-AASLD Academic Skills Workshop. Explore benefits and join today!
Sponsoring societies
Contact
For program-related questions, please email the AGA Education Department. Contact AGA Member Relations for AGA membership questions or AASLD Membership for AASLD membership questions.
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.
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.
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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
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12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Course faculty
Course Faculty
Arthur Beyder, MD, PhD, AGAF
Mayo Clinic
Elliot Tapper, MD
University of Michigan
Mary Rinella, MD, FAASLD
University of Chicago
Rhonda Souza, MD, FASGE, AGAF
Baylor University Medical Center
Kim Barrett, PhD
UC Davis School of Medicine
Marina Serper, MD, MS
University of Pennsylvania
Nick Shaheen, MD, MPH
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Diana Cummings, PhD
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Bryson Katona, MD, PhD
University of Pennsylvania
Daniella Ladner, MD, MPH
Northwestern University
Gyongyi Szabo, MD, PhD
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Hashem El-Serag, MD, MPH
Baylor College of Medicine
Michael Lucey, MD, FAASLD
University of Wisconsin
Fernando Velayos, MD, MPH
Kaiser Permanente Northern California
Eugene Chang, MD
University of Chicago
Byron Cryer, MD, AGAF
Baylor University Medical Center
Resources
- Membership in AGA or AASLD is required.
- You must be a second or third-year fellow, or junior faculty member (defined as within four years of starting your first faculty appointment). First year fellows are not eligible to apply.
- If you’ve applied before but were not selected — and still meet the eligibility criteria — you’re invited to reapply and be considered again. Previous attendees are not permitted to reapply.
- If accepted, you are expected to attend the workshop March 5–7, 2027, in Chicago, Illinois. Accommodations will be covered, and participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel expenses.
- Applicants will be notified of acceptance on Nov. 18, 2026.