Crohn’s & Colitis Australia’s primary purpose is to provide support services, advice and encouragement to people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Whilst CCA doesn’t cure the illness it can remove some of the burden for people living with IBD and their families. Learn more about CCA’s mission
The Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA) is the peak membership organisation for Australian healthcare professionals and researchers working in the fields of gastroenterology and hepatology. As a society GESA sets, promotes and continuously improves the standards of clinical practice in gastroenterology and hepatology throughout Australia. GESA works closely with its members ensuing the highest standards are set when it comes to patient care. Learn more about GESA’s mission
National organisation for gastroenterological nurses
Based in: Melbourne, Australia
Organization Type:
Health Professional BodyEducational Organisation
Features:
Educational ResourcesClinical GuidelinesProfessional Development
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The Gastroenterological Nurses College of Australasia (GENCA) is the peak professional body that sets the gold standard for gastroenterological nursing. GENCA has has been the national voice for gastroenterology and endoscopy nursing practice since its formation in 1978. Learn more about GENCA’s mission
The Gutsy Group Foundation is a not for profit organisation dedicated to raising funds for medical and scientific research into the cause, prevention, management and cure of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
The Foundation was established in 1999 and The Gutsy Group Inc., an incorporated association, is the trustee of the Foundation. Learn more about The Gutsy Group’s mission
Nutritional care of Australian patients living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Based in: Australia
Organization Type:
Health Professional BodyEducational OrganisationHealthcare Professional Directory
Features:
Educational Resources
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DECCAN is a network of dietitians actively working with Australia’s Inflammatory Bowel Disease community, collaborating to improve patient care and outcomes
Learn more about DECCAN
Collaborative research across Australia and New Zealand
Based in: Australia & New Zealand
Organization Type:
Medical Research OrganisationResearch Institute
Features:
Research ProgramsClinical TrialsResearch Collaboration
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The Australia and New Zealand Inflammatory Bowel Disease Consortium (ANZIBDC) is a collaborative network of clinicians, scientists, and industry partners dedicated to advancing IBD research across Australia and New Zealand. The consortium facilitates multi-center clinical trials, data sharing, and research initiatives to improve outcomes for IBD patients in both countries.
Online community for Australian IBD patients
Based in: Australia
Organization Type:
Patient Support Group
Features:
Evidence basedActively moderated
Details:
A Facebook group for Australian and New Zealand people to share and support each other regarding having and living with Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis and other IBD’s. This is an evidence informed group.
Online community for Australian IBD patients
Based in: Australia
Organization Type:
Patient Support Group
Features:
Details:
This group is open to anyone and everyone who wants to talk about, share and raise awareness of their own or people that they know and the struggles with Crohns/Colitis….share your experiences, share your thoughts .. let others know that they are not alone.
Global Resources
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