Auburn, WA—Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG) has announced its first GIG Virtual Learning Event of 2022: “Celiac Disease & NCGS: Today and into the Future with Dr. Stefano Guandalini,” to be held on Tuesday, January 18, at 8:00 p.m., open to all, with free registration. The event will cover topics of interest to those who have been diagnosed with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) or are looking to get tested.

Dr. Guandalini, professor emeritus, Founder and Director Emeritus of the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center, formerly the Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology at the University of Chicago, is among the top 5% of doctors in the U.S. since 2008 by Castle Connolly, an organization that researches and publishes an annual ranking. A press release on the topic adds that Dr. Guandalini has authored more than 200 publications in peer-reviewed journals and contributed more than 30 chapters to various gastroenterology books. His major research interests are in celiac disease and in the use of probiotics in children.

“We are eager to hear from Dr. Guandalini on this enlightening webinar,” said Jeanne Reid, Marketing Manager, GIG, in the press release. “His life’s work has been to find solutions for gluten intolerance and to help patients suffering from it. We look forward to the valuable knowledge he’ll provide to those attending that deal with celiac or NCGS, in particular what the future holds for potential treatments.”

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GIG Education Coordinator, Lola O’Rourke, RDN, will moderate the discussion, which will cover tips on the best ways to manage a gluten-related disorder, a review of the most up-to-date research on celiac disease and NCGS, the role of probiotics in a gluten-free regimen and, lastly, an insider’s glimpse into the future of research, diagnostics and treatments.

For more information or to register for the event,click here.