Transforming gastroenterology care at MedStar Georgetown
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, we’re redefining the future of gastroenterology. Our commitment goes beyond treating patients—we’re building a foundation for innovation, education, and compassionate care. And to realize this vision, we need your support.
Launching a new era—together
Our current facilities, while built on decades of excellence, are no longer equipped to meet the demands of a growing patient population or support the latest advancements in GI care. With your help, we will create a modern, expanded GI center that:
- Accommodates more procedures and clinic visits
- Enhances patient comfort and privacy
- Enables cutting-edge research and training
- Supports advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies
This isn't just a building—it's a commitment to transforming lives.
Expanding GI practice, access, and care
Enhanced patient experience
- Larger, more welcoming waiting areas
- Convenient ground-floor access with improved parking and drop-off
- Thoughtfully designed spaces that promote healing and comfort
Advanced technology and life-saving innovation
- Additional procedure suites and dedicated rooms
- AI-powered detection software for improved diagnostics
- Real-time data collection and analysis to elevate care outcomes
- Expanded use of leading-edge technologies like endoscopic ultrasound and CyberKnife
Education and training for tomorrow’s leaders
- Support for our nationally recognized fellowship program
- Modern facilities to attract and retain top clinical talent
- Mentorship and career development for early-career gastroenterologists
Groundbreaking research
- Expansion of clinical trials and peer-reviewed studies
- Growth of the High-Risk GI Cancer Registry
- Collaboration with leading research institutions and foundations
- Focus on cancer prevention, including inherited conditions like Lynch syndrome
Shaping the future
You can help build a GI center that continues to reflect the excellence of our care. Your generosity will help us save lives, train future leaders, and push the boundaries of medical innovation.
Let’s launch a new era of GI care—one that’s more compassionate, more advanced, and more accessible than ever before.
For more information, please contact Emily Riffle Messner, CFRE, Vice President and Chief Philanthropy Officer at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, at 202-444-2239 or via email at emily.r.messner@medstar.net.