American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)

The ACG Institute for Clinical Research & Education was founded in 1994 and is a center of innovation as well as a major source of funding for clinically oriented research and educational programming that benefits both clinicians and patients. The Institute and the ACG have granted more than $24.4 million to 667 investigators for research directly relating to the practice of clinical gastroenterology.

Mission:
Their mission is to enhance the ability of their members to provide world class care to patients with digestive disorders and advance the profession through excellence and innovation based upon the pillars of Patient Care, Education, Scientific Investigation, Advocacy and Practice Management.

Vision:
The ACG is the preeminent professional organization that champions the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of digestive disorders by facilitating delivery of the highest quality, compassionate, and evidence-based patient care.