Understanding the Basics of IBD

Understanding Intestinal Ultrasound for IBD Watch this patient-focused webinar on intestinal ultrasound (IUS) for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Learn when IUS is used, how it compares to other monitoring tools, insurance and pediatric considerations, how to talk with your healthcare team, and where to find an IUS-certified gastroenterologist. The webinar also features an IBD patient sharing her experience with intestinal ultrasound and answers to frequently asked questions about this emerging tool in IBD care.

Beginner's Guide: Crohn's & Ulcerative Colitis Newly diagnosed with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis? Watch this educational webinar to learn the basics of IBD, including symptoms, diagnosis, monitoring, treatment options, nutrition, mental health, and practical strategies for living well with IBD. Designed for patients, families, and caregivers.

IBD Flares: Navigating emergencies and hospitalizations IBD flares can come on suddenly, and it is not always clear when symptoms require emergency care. In this virtual webinar, learn how to recognize red-flag symptoms, prepare an emergency plan with your healthcare team, and advocate for yourself in urgent care and hospital settings. We will also cover what happens during an ER visit or hospital stay for an IBD flare, common tests and treatments, and how to coordinate follow-up care once you are back home. Designed for people living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, this session offers practical guidance for patients and caregivers

Living with IBD as an Older Adult: What you need to know Learn how older adults living with IBD can manage Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis with expert guidance from Dr. Bharati Kochar of Mass General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Discover key challenges, treatment options, and wellness tips for aging with IBD from the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s My IBD Learning Program. In this session, Dr. Kocher explores the unique challenges faced by older adults living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Learn about the growing population of older adults with IBD, how aging impacts disease management, and the importance of personalized, age-friendly care.

Understanding Your Gut Webinar Individuals may experience gastrointestinal (GI) issues for a variety of reasons; therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention when symptoms arise. In this video, we provide an overview of GI symptoms and conditions and encourage patients to communicate both their GI and non-GI symptoms to their healthcare provider to support accurate evaluation and care.