GI Summer School

General Information

It is a tradition of ESPGHAN to organise a Gastroenterologoy school every year. After a very successful event organised in Slovenia last January, we invite colleagues to join us for another very exciting school in the beautiful Naples, Italy.

The course on major pediatric gastroenterology disorders aims to provide an updated and structured overview of the most relevant conditions affecting the digestive system during childhood and adolescence. Its purpose is to explore the most common clinical presentations, ranging from functional disorders to chronic and inflammatory diseases, while offering practical tools for early recognition, diagnostic assessment, and therapeutic management, with a strong focus on clinical practice.
The school is focusing on Trainees and Young Investigators, however Young GI specialists wanting to join the network of future GI leaders are also very welcome.

The course language is English.

This course is part of the 2026 Education Partner Programme.

Application & Fees

Application will open in March 2026.
Participation fees:
ESPGHAN Members: EUR 110.00
Non-Members: EUR 150.00

Kindly use the online application form on this page. Applications submitted by email cannot be accepted. If you experience any issues with the tool, please contact us at office@espghan. Candidates will be selected based on their CV and an abstract that may be selected for presentation during the course. Abstracts may have been submitted to other public meetings previously.

Please do not make travel arrangements before receipt of a formal confirmation of acceptance from the ESPGHAN Office. The number of participants is limited and a selection will be made by ESPGHAN after the deadline. Priority will be given to ESPGHAN Members.
ESPGHAN Members may attend two courses per year while non-members may attend one course before becoming members of the society. 

Delegates are expected to attend the full course and arrange their travel according to the course schedule. Travel refund is contingent on full course attendance.

Abstract Submission Guidelines:
Language : English
Abstract word count : maximum 400
Title length: inclusive in total word count
Tables : maximum 2
Figure maximum 1
Details of authors: presenters name to be included and underlined
Number of coauthors : no restriction
Who can present : no restriction; any of the co-authors can present but should be registered for the school and have paid the registration fee. Presenters should have a medical / allied health professional background.
What can be submitted: case report or original work
Trial design abstract may be considered at the discretion of the abstract selection committee
Presentation: oral; Authors will be notified about selection.

PROGRAMME

Cost Coverage

ESPGHAN will arrange and cover the following for registered delegates: 

• Accommodation up to 3 nights (organised by ESPGHAN)
• Pre-arranged dinners and social programme  
• Travel refund up to EUR 200.00*
• Catering throughout the course   
• Course Material

* reimbursment is contingent to attendance of the full course.

Disclaimer

Please be aware that ESPGHAN will be taking photos and/or videos at this event. By registering and attending this Masterclass you acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions. Please contact office@espghan.org if you have any questions or concerns

CONTACT

If you have any questions, please contact the ESPGHAN Office for details.
Phone: +41 (0)22 9000 401
Email: office@espghan.org

Application

Application will open in March 2026.