Membership
The Association of West Indian Gastroenterologists (AWIG) values the diverse contributions of its members and associate members. Both categories are vital to the organization’s mission to advance the field of gastrointestinal care through education, collaboration, and professional development.
Members are typically physician specialists engaged in higher-level gastrointestinal care, either directly or indirectly. They enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, including voting rights, directory access, and exclusive invitations to members-only events. Membership is designed for those deeply involved in specialized gastrointestinal practices, providing them with significant opportunities for professional growth and networking within the field.
Associate Members include GPs, GI Fellows, GI Nurses, and other allied healthcare professionals involved in gastroenterology care. They include clinical managers and non-physician academic colleagues. Associate members enjoy reduced rates for events and conferences, early bird pricing, and access to Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities.
Membership Policies
The Association of West Indian Gastroenterologists (AWIG) welcomes members from diverse backgrounds. Individuals who would value participating in the organization’s mission to advance the field of gastrointestinal care through education, collaboration, and professional development are welcome. There are two categories of membership. Both require sponsorship by a current active member.
Regular Membership (annual fee $300 USD): are typically physician specialists engaged in higher-level gastrointestinal care, either directly or indirectly. They enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, including full voting rights, directory access, and exclusive invitations to members-only events. Membership is designed for those deeply involved in specialized gastrointestinal practices, providing them with significant opportunities for professional growth and networking within the field.
Associate Membership (annual fee $200 USD): General practitioners, GI Fellows, GI nurses and assistants, and other allied healthcare professionals, including clinical managers and academic colleagues. Associate members enjoy reduced rates for events and conferences, early bird pricing, and access to Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities.
Membership Code of Conduct
Members are expected to abide by the highest standards of professional conduct and to uphold the principles of professionalism, integrity, and ethical behaviour in their interactions within AWIG and the broader medical community.