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JOIN US IN MARRAKECH THIS NOVEMBER! On behalf of the World Gastroenterology Organisation (WGO) and the Moroccan Society of Digestive Diseases (SMMAD), we invite you to join us and attend GASTRO 2024, an international meeting that will take place in Marrakech, Morocco, from November 7 to 9, 2024 at the Hotel du Golf. GASTRO 2024 promises to be the premier global event for medical professionals with an exceptional program that features renowned speakers and the latest in scientific practice, innovation, clinical research, pharmacology and technology—all enriched by attendees and representatives from countries through the world. The meeting will also include interactive sessions and networking opportunities, concurrent sessions, pro-con sessions, symposia, hands-on training, abstract presentations, and special sessions. The full Scientific Program can be viewed on the GASTRO 2024 website. All sessions will be presented in English; however, we will offer simultaneous translation from English to French. Nicknamed the “Pearl of the South” and known as “the Red City,” Marrakech is a captivating Moroccan city renowned for its bustling souks, historic palaces, and vibrant cultural scene. Marrakech has an exceptional climate all year round. As you explore this fascinating city, you will find a variety of transportation options suited for your needs, whether navigating the lively city center or exploring the picturesque surroundings. Throughout the meeting, attendees will have opportunities to experience the many historic sites in and around Marrakech. Getting to Marrakech is easy. The Marrakesh Menara Airport is the only airport in the city and is located only 20 minutes from the city center. Whether you are traveling from Latin America, Africa, Europe, or Asia, the Marrakesh Menara Airport is serviced by major airlines, making it a prime global destination. A few highlights of the comprehensive scientific program include: - Exceptional Plenary Lectures World Café Networking Opportunities Ultrasonography Training and Elastometry Hands-on Training Daily Clinical Case Presentations and Discussions Instructive Hands-on Endoscopy Workshops Peer-reviewed Oral and Poster Sessions A peek inside the scientific program topics: - Hot Topics on IBD Autoimmune Liver Diseases Coloproctology Small Bowel Hepatocellular Carcinoma Hot Topics in Endoscopy HBV Screening and Prevention Irritable Bowel Syndrome Liver MAFLD Endoscopy—Artificial Intelligence Gastric Disorders Celiac Disease Do not miss the following special sessions: - Women in GI Bedside Teaching and Active Learning in the Digital Age Simulation-based Training Digestive Health Challenges in the Developing World Environmental Change and Digestive Health Role of Social Media in GI Practice Resistances of H. pylori in Africa Registration is open and we invite everyone to participate in this premier international meeting, which will include a rich cultural and social program in the incredible and unforgettable destination of Marrakech. For complete details, please visit: https://www.wgosmmad2024.com.