Dear Esteemed Participants and Distinguished Guests,

A heartfelt welcome to the Philippine Digestive Health Week – Joint Annual Convention (PDHW-JAC) 2024!

We are delighted to announce that every detail for this year’s All-in-One Convention has been meticulously arranged ensuring a meaningful experience for all the participants.

The historic convergence of PSDE Endoscopy Con and HSP Philippine Liver Meeting with PDHW-JAC 2024 promises an unparalleled experience for all attendees, set within the illustrious halls of the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel.

What sets PDHW-JAC 2024 apart is its distinctive identity as a truly joint and tripartite event, where three societies, the Philippine Society of Gastroenterology, Philippine Society of Digestive Endoscopy, and Hepatology Society of the Philippines, collaborate and join forces to create an extraordinary event.

Our conference theme, “Fostering Unity in Gastroenterology: An Integrated Approach in Improving Digestive Health,” embodies our commitment to a collaborative approach that not only fosters exchange of knowledge but also ensures an exceptional and enriching experience for each participant.

Mark your calendars for PDHW-JAC on March 13-16, 2024 as we eagerly anticipate your presence during these four groundbreaking days of learning, networking, and camaraderie. We are thrilled about the opportunity to bring together clinicians, researchers, experts from diverse backgrounds and industry partners.

PDHW-JAC 2024 is more than a convention; it is a celebration of unity, knowledge, and progress in the field of digestive health.

We look forward to your participation, making PDHW-JAC 2024 a resounding success and a milestone in our collective pursuit of advancing digestive health.

With warm regards,

Ian Homer Y. Cua, MD, FPCP, FPSG, FPSDE

Overall Chair
PDHW JAC 2024

Dear Esteemed Colleagues,

We are delighted to extend a warm invitation to all of you to participate in the upcoming 2024 Philippine Digestive Health Week – Joint Annual Convention. This year’s theme, “Fostering Unity in Gastroenterology: An Integrated Approach in Improving Digestive Health,” highlights our collective commitment to advancing digestive health through collaboration and integration. This is truly an exceptional event. For the first time ever, the three (3) major conferences are merged into one. A culmination of a united effort to provide a learning rich, cohesive program that would benefit ALL of us.

Join us for a dynamic exchange of knowledge, upgrade your skills in digestive endoscopy, and participate in collaborative discussions that will contribute to the enhancement of gastroenterological practice in our country today. Your participation and insights will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping the future of digestive health.

Let us celebrate this remarkable milestone. Together, we can make significant strides in improving digestive health and making a positive impact on the well-being of our patients.

We eagerly anticipate your participation and look forward to a successful and enlightening convention.

Sincerely,

Ruter M. Maralit, MD, FPCP, FPSG, FPSDE

Overall Chair
EndoscopyCon Philippines 2024

It is with great pleasure that we extend this invitation to the upcoming Joint Annual Convention of the Philippine Society of Gastroenterology, the Philippine Society of Digestive Endoscopy and the Hepatology Society of the Philippines, themed “Fostering Unity in Gastroenterology: An Integrated Approach in Improving Digestive Health.” Set to be a pivotal event in our field, this meeting promises to deliver insightful discussions and collaborative endeavors aimed at advancing digestive health practices.

I personally invite you to attend the 1st day of this 4-day convention as we celebrate The Philippine Liver Meeting. This whole day dedicated to the study of the liver has been prepared by The Hepatology Society of the Philippines, and the Scientific Committee. They have diligently prepared to deliver the most enriching experience for Filipino gastroenterologists and hepatologists. Our collective efforts have been dedicated to curating a program that encapsulates the latest scientific knowledge, innovative research findings, and practical clinical insights.

Through dynamic discussions, interactive sessions, and engaging presentations, we aim to foster unity and collaboration within the gastroenterology community, promoting an integrated approach towards enhancing patient care and outcomes.

Join us as we embark on this journey towards excellence in digestive health. Together, let us forge new pathways, share valuable insights with friends and colleagues, and strengthen our commitment to advancing the practice of Gastroenterology and Hepatology in the Philippines.

See you at The Philippine Liver Meeting and the Joint Annual Convention!

Angelo B. Lozada, MD, FPCP, FPSG, FPSDE

Overall Chair
Philippine Liver Meeting 2024