Bethesda, MD (May 30, 2025) — Digestive Disease Week® (DDW), the largest international gathering of physicians, researchers and academics in gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery, has been ranked as one of the fastest-growing trade shows in the U.S. by the Trade Show Executive (TSE).

DDW was named the Fastest 50 by total attendance and the Next 50 by exhibiting companies. These honors recognize the fastest-growing U.S. trade shows based on growth in three key metrics: net square feet of exhibition space, number of exhibiting companies and total attendees. The event was recognized at TSE’s Fastest 50 Awards & Summit, held April 30-May 2.

Quick facts about DDW, the premier event for digestive health professionals:

• Hosts more than 13,000 attendees from across the globe.
• Features nearly 6,000 abstracts and more than 1,000 invited talks on the latest advances in GI research, medicine, and technology.
• Showcases the latest innovations from more than 300 industry supporters.

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DDW Media Contact: Annie Mehl, Communications and Media Relations Manager, [email protected], 301-327-0013