Partner with SAGES to Advance Innovation, Education & Surgical Excellence
Discover how your support can help shape the future of minimally invasive surgery while maximizing your visibility with the global surgical community.
Why Partner with SAGES
Engage with a global network of surgical leaders
For more information about SAGES Members, see the 2025 Member Demographics and Fall 2025 Statistics and Trends Report.
The SAGES Mission
The mission of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons is to: innovate, educate, and collaborate to improve patient care
Learn more about SAGES here.
Areas of Support
SAGES Annual Meeting
The premier global event in minimally invasive surgery, offering unmatched visibility and access to leading Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
March 25-28, 2026
Tampa Convention Center
Tampa, FL
For more information, please visit www.sages2026.org.
To see demographics from the 2025 SAGES Annual Meeting, click here.
Industry-hosted education is an opportunity for your company to present directly to SAGES attendees in a reserved session room. Symposia will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. All topics must be approved by SAGES program chairs.
See a full list of opportunities and guidelines here.
Info about hands-on courses coming soon!
For more information on the Annual Meeting opportunities, please visit www.sages2026.org or contact Paula Claborn at [email protected].
Year-round opportunities
SAGES offers a wide range of innovative educational programs — both CME-accredited and non-CME — designed to advance surgical excellence and improve patient care. From hands-on skills courses and webinars to resident and fellow-specific training, and cutting-edge initiatives like FUSE and Opioid Reduction, these programs reach a diverse audience of surgeons.
Organizations like yours can play a vital role in supporting SAGES initiatives through compliant educational grants and sponsorships. Your support helps expand access, foster innovation, and deliver high-impact learning opportunities throughout the year.
Expanding Surgical Education Worldwide
Go Global brings SAGES’ expertise in minimally invasive surgery and surgical education to international audiences. Through workshops, visiting professorships, and collaborative training initiatives, the program helps elevate surgical standards globally. Opportunities for support include educational grants, in-kind support, and sponsorships. For more information on how to get involved and help make a positive impact on this program, contact Sara Rossi Statis, SAGES Development Manager, at [email protected].
Building the Next Generation of Surgeons
SAGES offers a free webinar series through RAFT (Resident and Fellow Training). This webinar series is developed specifically for residents and features expert SAGES faculty panelists. Topics vary, and each didactic webinar offers learners opportunities to chat with the experts. SAGES offers a robust opportunity for sponsorship of each webinar, giving supporters maximum exposure. Learn more about RAFT Webinar Sponsorship Opportunities here or contact Sara Rossi Statis, SAGES Development Manager, at [email protected].
Improving Patient Safety Through Energy Education
FUSE (Fundamental Use of Surgical Energy) is a unique program that educates surgeons and perioperative staff on the safe use of surgical energy devices. By improving knowledge and practice, FUSE helps reduce complications and enhances patient outcomes. For more information on how to get involved and help make a positive impact on this program, contact Sara Rossi Statis, SAGES Development Manager, at [email protected].
Preventing Bile Duct Injuries and Improving Outcomes
Safe Chole provides surgeons with evidence-based training and decision-making tools to minimize the risk of bile duct injury during gallbladder surgery. By standardizing best practices, this program directly improves patient safety. For more information how how to support this program and make an impact, contact Sara Rossi Statis, SAGES Development Manager, at [email protected].
SAGES is developing new education and resources continuously. Looking to reach a specific audience? Book a meeting with us to discuss opportunities not listed.
