@ibdesis

Patient Advocacy arm of 501c3 charitable organization SAIA @saia_gi | Dedicated to uniting & empowering #SouthAsians living with #IBD

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We're honored to once again be part of @amergastroassn's Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C.! 📣 Representing SAIA Leadership are @p_deepakibdmd, @ownyourcrohns, & @nayantaracoelho, alongside Patient Volunteers Ian Goldstein & Max Chaudhary. We’re proud to be part of the change! ✨ #AGAAdvocacy
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Check this out!!
Calling patients, caregivers & clinicians in Asia and Europe 📢📢 We are so proud to share that our very own Bincy Abraham’s BESTSELLING book, Success in Medicine is now available for purchase 📚 To learn more about how to purchase her book, watch this video: youtu.be/Bbd5ruo5mz8 Buy your copy at a special discounted price of 99c / 98 INR / 0.74 pence (GBP) today! The discounted price is available only for a limited period so don’t miss out on it!
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We’re so thrilled to welcome Dr. @nayantaracoelho as SAIA’s new Treasurer as we continue to grow & expand! 🎉 Read more about Dr. Coelho-Prabhu here: saia-gi.org/saias-leadership…
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Calling all patients & clinicians in the NJ/NY/PA vicinity 📢 @crohnscolitisfn & SAIA are now accepting applications for the New Jersey Multidisciplinary Advisory Committee for a #clinicaltrials education program for #SouthAsian & underserved communities living with #IBD: surveymonkey.com/r/MCBKRKD Apply today and be part of creating a more informed, inclusive, and empowered IBD community 💥
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We’re so excited to announce the speakers joining us for SAIA’s 5-Year Anniversary Reception at #ACG2026 in Nashville, TN! 🥳 🗓️ Sunday, October 11th ⏰ 7:00 PM CT 📍 NMAAM Register for FREE today! saibda.memberclicks.net/saia…
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Happy Ganesh Chaturti to all who celebrate!
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Join us in celebrating the upcoming release of Dr. Bincy Abraham's new book, 'Success in Medicine: A Story of Pain, Purpose, Perseverance, and the Hidden Cost of Achievement'. 📚🎉 Register now for the virtual book launch event on Sept 17 @ 7:30 PM ET: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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For our first recipe in our new Gut Masala Series, we bring Ta’ameya (Egyptian Falafel) from Basmah's recipe books to yours! Check it out: saia-gi.org/taameya-egyptian… This recipe was reviewed by Shehnaz Bashir, RD 🙏🏽 We hope that these recipes help patients explore new food!
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#OstomyDay2026 is just one month away 10/3/26! Discover ways to make an impact now through a state proclamation or getting an #ostomy5k t-shirt before the Deadline. Learn more about how to make a difference. ostomy.org/ostomy-awareness-…
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We’re celebrating some BIG milestones at SAIA! 🙌🏽🎉 25K subscribers on YouTube AND 6K followers on Instagram! ✨ A huge thank you to everyone for sharing their voices, experiences & expertise with us, and to our community, for continuing to engage and grow alongside us.❤️
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Something exciting is cooking at SAIA… introducing Gut Masala: Navigating Cultural Diets with Chronic GI Conditions! 🌶️✨ We’re so excited to bring you cultural recipes shared with love by patients & their loved ones from around the world. 🌍🍽️ Stay tuned for more soon! 🫶🏽
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📣 SAIA’s 5-Year Anniversary Reception at #ACG2026 is almost here! 🎉 Join us Sunday, Oct 11 at 7PM CT at NMAAM in Nashville! We’re so excited to celebrate at a space that celebrates culture, heritage & music! 🎶✨ Scan the QR to register or click here: saibda.memberclicks.net/saia…
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What role can supplements play in chronic GI Conditions? 💊 Dr. @cparikhmd shares her perspective on supplements & the role they can play in chronic conditions. 🩺🌿 Missed our webinar? 🎥 Watch the full session here: saia-gi.org/whole-person-cen…
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August is #Gastroparesis Awareness Month 💚 When I was first diagnosed in June ‘19, I wondered how I would manage GP on top of #IBD #IBS & an #ostomy. I grieved about not being able to work, travel & eat my favorite ethnic foods. Read my GP journey: ownyourcrohns.com/my-gastrop…
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Onam Ashamsakal from all of us at @southasianibd @ibdesis @IbdClub! To all who celebrate, we wish you and your loved ones a joyous Onam! 💮 May the colour and lights of Onam fill your homes with happiness, health and prosperity🙏🪔
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Happy Onam to all who celebrate!!
Onam Ashamsakal from all of us at @southasianibd @ibdesis @IbdClub! To all who celebrate, we wish you and your loved ones a joyous Onam! 💮 May the colour and lights of Onam fill your homes with happiness, health and prosperity🙏🪔
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Hoping for the best on the #biosimilar after 11 years on the branded version 👌🏽🙏🏽
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Do you or your child live with #IBD? 📣 SAIA is partnering with ASGE and IBUS and we are inviting folks with IBD to take part in a FREE Intestinal Ultrasound (#IUS) Workshop to help shape the future of IBD care. 🗓️ Nov 6–7th, 2026 📍 ASGE Endoscopy, Downers Grove, IL Interested? Scan the QR or email [email protected] to sign up!
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Pursuing higher education with a GI condition is possible with the right support! 💜 In our latest Gastro Gyan episode, @c_shori_ is joined by @sckimibdmd to share practical tips on health, self-advocacy, and accessing accommodations. 🎓✨ Watch here: saia-gi.org/pursuing-higher-…
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📣 SAIA’s 5-year anniversary reception at #ACG2026 is upon us! Sunday, October 11th at 7pm CT in Nashville, TN 💃🏽 REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN today! Register here: saibda.memberclicks.net/saia… Don't forget to wear your cultural garb and your dancing shoes 👠 This is one event you won't want to miss! Can't wait to see you there! 💙🙌🏽
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