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Brian C. Jacobson, MD, MPH, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Massachusetts General Hospital Gastroenterology
Boston, MA

“While the Distinguished Service Award recognizes an individual’s contributions to the ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï and its members…[every accomplishment] represents a team effort involving so many wonderful colleagues and ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï staff…Everything we’ve achieved together ultimately improves healthcare delivery for our patients…[this award is] an incredible reminder of why we do what we do as members of this exceptional Society.”

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Joseph J. Vicari, MD, MBA, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Longboat Key, FL

"I am honored to receive The Distinguished Service Award. My work at ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï, and the relationships made at ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï, have been a source of great professional and personal happiness. Thank you ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï, for allowing me to be part of the ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï family."

Victoria Gomez, MD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï, D-ABOM

Mayo Clinic Florida
Jacksonville, FL

“I am profoundly honored to be recipient of this wonderful award and recognition…[my path] has been shaped by mentorship and positive experiences…I took advantage of opportunities to grow as a student, clinician and person…[I remain] committed to medical education and training so that all persons can have the opportunity to practice the art of medicine.”

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Sravanthi Parasa, MD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Swedish Gastroenterology - First Hill
Seattle, WA

“I am deeply honored to receive the ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï Distinguished Educator Award and view it as both a privilege and a responsibility…AI is rapidly transforming gastroenterology…[this award reflects] the collective work of an extraordinary community and reinforces my commitment to education, evidence, and patient-centered care.”

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Douglas K. Pleskow, MD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Digestive Disease Center
Boston, MA

“I am deeply honored to receive the 2026 ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï Distinguished Endoscopic Research Mentoring Award…[mentorship] has been at the heart of my professional life…[the most lasting impact] is through the people we mentor…[this honor] reinforces my commitment to the next generation of endoscopic investigators and educators.”

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Mohammad A. Al-Haddad, MD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

IU Health Gastroenterology & Hepatology At University Hospital
Indianapolis, IN

Linda S. Lee, MD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, MA

“Being recognized as a Master Endoscopist by the ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï is truly an incredible honor…[this recognition] reflects an ongoing journey shaped by mentorship and teamwork…[it reminds me] that mastery is an ongoing process of learning, reflection, and growth…[any recognition I receive] is a reflection of extraordinary teamwork…[above all] I am indebted to our patients.”

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John R. Saltzman, MD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, MA

"It is a tremendous honor to become a Master of the ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï. I am intrinsically motivated to improve patient care by advancing our understanding of how to better manage GI diseases through research and to share this knowledge through writing and teaching. I have found that the more I give, the more I gain, both professionally and personally, through the many incredible people I have been fortunate to work with throughout my career and the patients I have had the privilege of treating."

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Eduardo G. Hourneaux De Moura, MD, PhD, F¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit - University of Sao Paulo Medical School
São Paulo, BRAZIL

“It is with immense joy and gratitude that I receive the prestigious ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï International Service Award…[this recognition] represents years of dedication to excellence and innovation…[it inspires] me to continue contributing to the advancement of endoscopy on a global scale…[this honor] renews my enthusiasm to strive for excellence.”

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Taisuke Fujita

FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation
Lexington, MA

“To me, this distinguished award is not only about past achievements Fujifilm has made…[it is] an expression of expectation for Fujifilm’s continued contributions to the market…[we partner] with endoscopists and industry leaders…[and] look forward to a future where noninvasive procedures become the standard of care…[Fujifilm] will be leading the way in endoscopic imaging innovation.”

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Michael V. Sivak, Jr., MD, M¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï

Morgantown, WV

“My association with the ¶¶Òô´ó¹Ï began with a letter in January 1981…[the Society] subsumed a major portion of my professional career…[it remains] a modern, vibrant organization…[I am] immensely proud to have been part of this endeavor…[I am] overwhelmed by the honor signified by the President’s Award.”

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