OVERVIEW

Digestive Health Centre (DHC) Forum 2025 is organized by MCI Canada, Digestive Health Centre (DHC) and will be held from Nov 24 - 25, 2025 at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Theme: Uniting Minds, Transforming Digestive Health

Description:
The DHC Forum continues to evolve as British Columbia’s flagship event for professionals dedicated to advancing digestive health. Rooted in collaboration and driven by innovation, this year’s Forum brings together experts across disciplines to explore cutting-edge developments, challenge clinical norms, and spark conversations that move the field forward.

Building on last year’s inaugural edition, the Forum brings together the DHC’s six core pillars—therapeutic endoscopy, colon cancer screening, colorectal surgery, liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and nutrition—each represented in a dynamic program of workshops, plenaries, and case-based sessions. This integrated structure is designed to bridge knowledge and practice across specialties, reflecting the complexity of digestive health and the strength of a truly multidisciplinary approach. The program will include content for all GI, IBD, and Liver enthusiasts. Across all streams, there will be:

  • Workshops 
  • Small group discussions 
  • Video interactive sessions 
  • Hands-on training 
  • National and International Speakers 
  • Networking activities throughout the event 
  • Plenaries & Sessions for physicians, nurses and allied health professionals

As a participant, you are an essential part of this mission to advance research, refine clinical practices, and strengthen the digestive health community in Canada. You are part of a growing community of clinicians, researchers, and allied health professionals working together to improve outcomes and elevate care for patients.

We hope the Forum will challenge your thinking, broaden your network, and inspire new ideas. From thought-provoking discussions to practical takeaways, this Forum is designed not just to inform—but to inspire.

We look forward to sharing an engaging, impactful, and memorable few days with you in Vancouver.

Agenda:

Monday, November 24, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

IBD

Welcome and Plenary Session 1

GI

Plenary Session 1: GI Potpourri

Liver

Welcome and Plenary Session 1

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

General

Morning Break

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Liver

Workshop 1 - Hepatitis B/D: Is there a cure yet?

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

GI

Small Group Session 1

IBD

Panel: Challenging IBD Cases

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Liver

Workshop 2 - Liver disease in BC: Advocacy initiatives: what, who and how?

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

General

Industry Lunch Symposia

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

General

Networking

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

Liver

Plenary Session 2

GI

Plenary Session 2: UGI

IBD

Plenary Session 2: Co-plenary sessions: Medical and Surgical perspectives of pouch disease, perianal Crohn's and perioperative optimisation

2:15 PM - 2:45 PM

General

Afternoon Break

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Liver

Workshop 3 - Case discussion: viral hepatitis and steatosis

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

GI

Small Group Session 2

2:45 PM - 5:00 PM

IBD

Perioperative Optimisation

3:15 PM - 5:00 PM

Liver

Penary Session 3

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

GI

Plenary Session 3: HPB

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

General

Networking

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

IBD

Plenary Session 3

Liver

HCV Elimination Workshop

GI

Plenary Session 4: Colon Screening Program

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

General

Morning Break

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Liver

HCV Elimination workshop review and next-steps

GI

Small Group Session 3

IBD

Small Groups

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

General

Industry Lunch Symposia

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

General

Networking

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM

GI

Plenary Session 5: Colorectal

IBD

Small Groups - Complicated IPAA case- When is it Crohn's disease?

Liver

Metabolic dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) Workshop: A multidisciplinary approach

2:15 PM - 2:45 PM

General

Afternoon Break

2:45 PM - 4:30 PM

Liver

Plenary Session 4

IBD

Multidisciplinary tandem talks

GI

Small Group Session 4

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

General

Networking

 

Note:
"Please note that for the Canadian local event such as the DHCF Forum, we will not issue or send invitations to visitors to obtain a Canadian entry visa."

KEY DATES

Event Start Date
24 Nov, 2025
Event Start Date
Event End Date
25 Nov, 2025
Event End Date
Credits

Joint Accreditation Statement
This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and accredited by the Canadian Association for the Study of the Liver. Participants can claim up to a maximum of 12.75 study credits.

Through an agreement between the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert Royal College MOC credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Attendees who are specialist physicians may claim their credits directly online by visiting MAINPORT to record learning and outcomes.


 

  • 12.75 CME
  • TARGET AUDIENCE

    PhysicianNursingCliniciansResearchersNursesGastroenterologistsAllied Health ProfessionalsTrainees

    SPECIALITIES

    Gastroenterology

    CONFERENCE SUMMARY

    The Digestive Health Centre (DHC) Forum 2025 will be a pivotal event for professionals in gastrointestinal health. Scheduled for April 2025, this conference will feature expert-led sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities, focusing on the latest advancements in digestive health. Attendees can expect to explore cutting-edge research, innovative treatment options, and best practices for patient care. This forum is ideal for healthcare providers, researchers, and industry leaders looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in digestive health. Don’t miss the chance to connect with peers and shape the future of gastrointestinal medicine!

    SUGGESTED HOTELS

    CONFERENCE VENUE

    LocationFairmont Hotel Vancouver
    900 W Georgia Street

    CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

    Registration Modification and Cancellation
    For cancellations received prior to Tuesday, September 30, 2025, midnight EST, deposits will be refunded minus a 25% administrative charge. After this date, no refunds will be possible.

    A name change will be considered as a modification and will be charged 25 CAD.

    A handling fee of 25 CAD per registration will be charged for every registration modification received, including a name change.

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