Advanced Practice Providers in Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Elevating Excellence, Leadership, and Visibility for APPs

 

The NCSCG Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Committee unites nurse practitioners and physician assistants dedicated to advancing excellence, leadership, and visibility in gastroenterology and hepatology. Through education, mentorship, and collaboration, the committee strengthens professional growth and fosters a connected community of APPs across Northern California.

 

About the APP Committee

The Northern California Society of Clinical Gastroenterology (NCSCG) proudly launched the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Committee to strengthen the role of APPs in gastroenterology and hepatology. As the first APP Committee within NCSCG, we are laying the foundation for a stronger, more connected professional community.

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Our Mission

• Elevate clinical excellence and leadership among APPs.

• Create opportunities for networking, mentorship, and education.

• Increase visibility and recognition of APP contributions within the GI community.

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Key Initiatives

• APP Travel Award Scholarship – Supporting APP participation in conferences and professional development opportunities.

• APP Registry (in development) – A resource to connect APPs across Northern California and foster collaboration.

• Social Media Presence (coming soon) – Launching official LinkedIn and Facebook accounts to share updates and highlight APP achievements.

• Dedicated APP Webpage – A central hub for APP initiatives, resources, and events.

• APP Educational Series (in development) – Offering tailored learning opportunities for APPs in gastroenterology and hepatology.

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Links to Professional Development Opportunities

• AGA Principles of GI for the NP and PA Course – https://gastro.org/aga-leadership/initiatives-and-programs/nurse-practitioner-and-physician-assistant-resource-center/

• ACG Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Summit – https://acgmeetings.gi.org/app-leadership-summit/

• AASLD Emerging Liver Advanced Practice Provider (ELAPP) Program – https://www.aasldfoundation.org/ELAPP

• GUILD NP & PA Application Award – https://www.gi.org/research-and-awards/guild-award/

• American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society (ANMS) Annual Meeting – https://motilitysociety.org/

• American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) – https://www.asge.org/home

• GHAPP – Gastroenterology & Hepatology Advanced Practice Providers – https://www.ghapp.org/

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Member Highlights

Spotlight Features – Meet our APP leaders, scholarship recipients, and members making an impact.

Awards & Recognition – Honoring contributions to clinical excellence, education, and patient care.​​