Inaugural Event

2026 NP/PA Course

Real-world GI education designed for NPs & PAs.

Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 12:30–5:30 PM Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek
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Applications Due May 31, 2026

NP/PA Scholarship Opportunity

Limited Scholarships Available.

FGS is offering a limited number of NP/PA scholarships to support attendance at the 2026 Annual Meeting and NP/PA Course. Scholarship support may include meeting registration, travel assistance, and parking. Travel support is prioritized for attendees located outside a 25-mile radius of the conference venue.

About the Course

A Focused Afternoon, Built for NP/PAs in GI.

Join the Florida Gastroenterology Society for the 2026 NP/PA Course — a focused afternoon of practical gastroenterology and hepatology education designed specifically for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants. The program combines clinical updates, case-based discussions, career insight, and meaningful networking with experienced GI providers from across the field.

Whether you're new to GI or looking to deepen your clinical knowledge and professional network, this course is designed to deliver applicable takeaways you can bring directly into practice. — FGS Education Committee
NP/PA Course attendees
Sep. 19th
Saturday afternoon, 2026
5 hrs
Of focused clinical programming
7+
Clinical and professional topics
1
Networking reception to close

Who Should Attend

Designed for Practicing NP/PAs in GI.

The 2026 NP/PA Course is built for advanced practice providers working in gastroenterology and hepatology — whether you're early in your GI career or actively expanding your scope.

  • Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioners currently practicing or transitioning into GI.
  • Physician Assistants working in gastroenterology, hepatology, or related specialties.
  • NP/PA Students & Recent Graduates exploring GI as a career path.
  • NP/PAs Expanding Their Knowledge into gastroenterology or hepatology subspecialty care.
  • Providers Seeking Practical Learning through case-based discussion and NP/PA-focused content.
  • NP/PAs Building Their Network within the Florida GI community.

What to Expect

Clinical Updates, Case-Based Learning, and Career Insight.

Clinical Updates

  • Management of GERD / NERD
  • IBS management
  • Healthcare maintenance in IBD

Diagnostic Workups

  • Dysphagia functional work up
  • Elevated LFT case work up

Hepatology Focus

  • Non-invasive liver testing
  • Practical applications in NP/PA practice

Professional Development

  • Career growth discussions
  • Mentorship and peer connection
  • Evolving best practices in GI

Beyond the Sessions

Three More Reasons to Be in the Room.

  • Featured Lunch Discussion "The Road Less Linear: Real Stories of the Professional Journey" — a candid conversation with experienced GI NP/PAs on career growth, challenges, and lessons learned.
  • Interactive Q&A Case-based panel discussions throughout the afternoon. Bring the questions you can't ask in a lecture hall.
  • Networking Reception Close out the day connecting with NP/PAs, faculty, and industry partners across the GI community.

Why Attend

Take Home Applicable Practice Tools.

Practical, real-world content — built by NP/PAs, for NP/PAs — with the kind of peer access and mentorship that's hard to find anywhere else in Florida GI.

Practical Clinical Education

Real-world GI and hepatology content you can bring directly into your clinic on Monday morning.

Learn from Experienced Faculty

Direct access to seasoned NP/PA clinical leaders and gastroenterologists who shape the field today.

Build Your GI Network

Connect with peers, mentors, and industry partners across the Florida gastroenterology community.

Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort Resort & Spa

Accommodations

Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek

Address
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln
Orlando, FL 32821
Phone
(407) 597-3600
Group Rate
Starting at $235 / night, single or double occupancy plus 12.5% tax. A discounted daily resort fee will be added to the room rate.
Reservation Deadline
To ensure you receive the group rate, reservations must be made by August 11, 2026. Reference code HFGSA when booking.