NTEC 2026 will be held In-Person at the Bellevue Hyatt Regency in Bellevue, WA and also as a Live Stream Conference. We also offer Enduring Materials access to earn CME at your own pace on demand!

Don't miss the largest endoscopy nurses conference in the U.S. hosting more than 1,000 attendees each year. This exciting event will provide a unique platform to network, learn, and share experiences with fellow professionals in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.


We are excited to welcome endoscopy nurses, techs, MAs, PAs, NPs, and other interested health care practitioners in=person and virtually across the country. Enjoy informative presentations, engaging panel discussions, and interactive workshops led by renowned experts in the field. 


Don't miss this chance to connect with like-minded professionals and build new relationships that will enhance your nursing career!

Check out the latest episode of ​High Fiber!


Listen to Episode 4 Now! You can listen directly from our website or search your favorite podcast service provider for High Fiber.


Parental Leave (and Pumpkin Spice) with Lauren Feld, M.D.


​​Join us for this important conversation regarding gender equity and parental leave in the field of gastroenterology with our guest Dr. Lauren Feld! Listen to the end for our favorite fall treats. Dr. Feld is a hepatology fellow at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. 

***Trigger warning: This conversation includes discussions on pregnancy, parenting and brief mention of pregnancy loss.


The Nursing & Tech Endoscopy Course Returns Saturday, January 31st!​​

​​​The 2025 "Meet the Professor" Evening Program Calendar


Session 1: May 8, 2025
UW Wade Volwiler Annual Event

Gary D. Wu, M.D.

​Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Lecture Title: ​"Relevance of the Gut Microbiome to Human Health and Disease”


Session 2: June 5, 2025
UW Annual Hepatology Event
Norah Terrault, M.D., MPH
Keck School of Medicine of USC


Session 3: September 25, 2025

Anna S. Lok, M.D.

University of Michigan School of Medicine

Lecture Title: “Update on Prevention and Management of Hepatitis B"


Session 4: October 23, 2025

Douglas K. Rex, M.D.

Indiana University Health

​Lecture Title: "Optimizing Quality in Colonoscopy"


Session 5: December 4, 2025 ~ Annual Holiday Mixer Event

Austin Chiang, M.D., MPH, FASGE

Thomas Jefferson University, Medtronic




Catch Up with the PNWGS!  Here's our latest Note from the President in case you've missed it in your inbox.  Here's our latest email too.

Please check back soon for updates to the Evening Program Schedule! 

Our mission is to expand knowledge through engaging and educational events that foster relationships in the field of gastroenterology in the greater Pacific Northwest.  

  • Attend our dinner series at a discounted price available to members only.
  • Members may also be considered for leadership opportunities that may be available on our Board of Directors.

It’s important to us to provide a quality educational experience to our members.  Contact us for many ways to become involved today.

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