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Young GI Societies in Europe: 2019 update
Henriette Heinrich1, Iago Rodríguez-Lago2,3, Radislav Nakov4
1Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Stadtspital Waid und Triemli, University of Zuerich, Zuerich, Switzerland.
United European Gastroenterology Journal
|March 28, 2020
Summary
The number of Young Gastroenterology Sections (YGISs) in Europe has doubled, but a lack of motivated young gastroenterologists, not funding, is now the main challenge for YGIS development.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Medical Education
- Professional Societies
Background:
- The Young Talent Group (YTG) aims to increase United European Gastroenterology (UEG) attractiveness to young gastroenterologists (GI).
- A 2017 survey identified the organization and needs of Young GI Sections (YGISs) across Europe.
- This aimed to highlight areas for YGIS development and improvement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the progress of YGISs over one year.
- To identify persistent hurdles in forming and running YGISs.
Main Methods:
- A web-based survey was conducted among Friends of the UEG YTG.
- 38 out of 42 Friends responded (91% response rate).
Main Results:
- The number of YGISs significantly increased from 12 in 2017 to 25 in 2019.
- Young gastroenterologists receive support but lack influence from national societies.
- Lack of dedicated and motivated fellows, rather than funding, is now the primary obstacle for YGIS formation.
Conclusions:
- YGIS development has markedly improved in the last two years.
- Underrepresentation in national society subcommittees remains a limitation.
- Addressing these limitations is crucial for involving young gastroenterologists in national societies and UEG, fostering research, education, quality care, and reducing health inequalities.
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