World Congress of Gastroenterology (WCOG)

About the World Congress of Gastroenterology

The first World Congress of Gastroenterology (WCGO) was held in Washington, DC, USA in 1958. The purpose of the WCOG is to:

• Disseminate and exchange clinical, practical, and scientific knowledge and information.
• Educate gastroenterologists and hepatologists, as well as physicians and other allied health professional in related disciplines, from around the world.
• Provide opportunities for networking among professionals for the exchange of experience and ideas.

Since its founding, the World Congress of Gastroenterology has established itself as one of the leading scientific events in the field through its groundbreaking research shared in an international forum. 

The WCOG now meets annually, creating new opportunities to partner with our member societies and destinations around the world. View the congress history here.

World Congress of Gastroenterology 2026

The next WCOG will take place from 30 September – 3 October 2026 in New Delhi, India in partnership with the Indian Society of Gastroenterology. Registration is now open on the official WCOG 2026 website.
 

Hosting a World Congress of Gastroenterology

Please note that applications to host a World Congress will only be considered from WGO Member Societies. Final ratification of the venue of a World Congress is made by the WGO Governing Council, and shared with the WGO General Assembly.

For further information about the World Congress of Gastroenterology, please contact the WGO Secretariat at info@worldgastroenterology.org.