JULY 9–10, 2027
Alohilani Resort
Honolulu, Hawaii
We are pleased to announce the Inaugural ALOHA Conference: Clinical Congress of Gastroenterology & Hepatology in Hawaii! Join us July 9-10, 2027, in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii, for this premier educational event.
Over the course of this 1.5-day conference, attendees will receive focused, evidence-based updates highlighting the latest clinically relevant advances in the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal disorders and chronic liver disease. Internationally renowned gastroenterologists and hepatologists will share their expertise through engaging presentations, interactive discussions, and practical insights designed to enhance patient care.
We look forward to welcoming you to Hawaii for an exceptional educational experience that combines world-class faculty, cutting-edge clinical content, and meaningful opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the country.
Agenda
2:55 PM - 3:10 PM
Break & Visit Exhibits*
Session II: GI Cancers and AI in Endoscopy
3:10 PM - 3:30 PM
Colorectal Cancer Screening in 2027: Colonoscopy, Stool Tests, Blood Tests, and AI
John Carethers, MD
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM
GERD, Barrett's Esophagus, and H. pylori in 2027
3:50 PM - 4:10 PM
Role of ESD in Early Neoplasia Management
Mohammad Othman, MD
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM
Advances in AI in GI
Brennan Spiegel, MD
4:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Panel Disucssion / Q&A
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Lite Reception & Visit Exhibits*
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Industry-Sponsored Event*
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Reception
Friday, July 9, 2027
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Lunch, Registration, and Visit Exhibits*
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Industry-Sponsored Event*
12:15 PM -12:45 PM
Break & Visit Exhibits*
12:45 PM - 1:00 PM
Program Overview
Session I: Advances in Inflammatory and Immune Mediated Conditions of GI Tract
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
Advances in the Management of Ulcerative Colitis
Siddharth Singh, MD
1:20 PM - 1:40 PM
Advances in the Management of Crohns Disease
Scott Kuwada, MD
1:40 PM - 2:00 PM
Eosinophilic Esophagitis and Eosinophilic Disorders of GI Tract
Brennan Spiegel, MD
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
2:20 PM - 2:40 PM
Advances in Celiac Disease
2:40 PM - 2:55 PM
Panel Disucssion / Q&A
Saturday, July 10, 2027
7:15 AM - 8:00 AM
Industry-Sponsored Event*
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Break & Visit Exhibits*
Session III: Steatotic Liver Disease
8:30 AM - 8:50 AM
Mindfulness for Reducing Burn Out
Rohit Loomba, MD
8:50 AM - 9:10 AM
When, How, and Which Therapy to Use in MASH: Resmetirom and/or Semaglutide?
Meena Bansal, MD
9:10 AM - 9:30 AM
Role of FGF-21 and the Emerging Therapeutic Landscape
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
NIT Assessment of MASLD, MetALD, and ALD
Meena Bansal, MD
9:50 AM - 10:10 AM
Role of Lanifibranor, Dual and Triple Agonists in MASH
Veeral Ajmera, MD
10:10 AM - 10:25 AM
Panel Disucssion / Q&A
10:25 AM - 10:40 AM
Break & Visit Exhibits*
Session IV: Auto-immune and Genetic Conditions of the Liver
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Update on PBC and AIH
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Update of Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Veeral Ajmera, MD
11:20 AM - 11:40 AM
Update on Genetic Disorders of Cholestasis and Wilson’s Disease
James Hamilton, MD
11:40 AM - 11:55 AM
Panel Disucssion / Q&A
11:55 AM - 12:15 PM
Lunch and Visit Exhibits*
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Accredited Symposium
Session V: Cirrhosis and Complications
1:15 PM - 1:35 PM
Management of Hepatic Encephalopathy in 2027
Shravan Dave, MD
1:35 PM - 1:55 PM
HCC Screening and Surveillance in 2027
Veeral Ajmera, MD
1:55 PM - 2:15 PM
Management of Ascites and SBP in 2027
Nancy Reau, MD
2:15 PM - 2:35 PM
Emerging Role of AI in Hepatology
2:35 PM - 2:55 PM
Panel Disucssion / Q&A
2:55 PM - 3:10 PM
Break & Visit Exhibits*
Session VI: Viral Hepatitis and Advanced Liver Disease
3:10 PM - 3:30 PM
Current Management of HBV and Functional Cure
Naoky Tsai, MD
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM
Current Management of Delta Hepatitis
Nancy Reau, MD
3:50 PM - 4:10 PM
Emerging Management of AKI, CKD, and HRS in 2027
James Hamilton, MD
4:10 PM - 4:30 PM
New Advances in ACLF in 2027
Veeral Ajmera, MD
4:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Panel Discussion / Q&A
4:45 PM
Adjournment
*Non-accredited session.
Faculty To Be Announced
