Dr. William Chey Takes Office as ACG President for 2025-2026

Dr. William D. Chey, a prominent figure in gastroenterology, has been elected as the 2025–2026 President of the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), a national organization representing over 20,000 clinicians and specialists in digestive diseases. Dr. Chey, who is currently the H. Marvin Pollard Professor of Gastroenterology at the University of Michigan, officially began his term during the College’s Annual Scientific Meeting and Postgraduate Course held in Phoenix, AZ this week.

In his new role, Dr. Chey will lead the ACG’s Board of Trustees, overseeing initiatives that align with the organization’s mission to enhance the quality of care in gastroenterology. His responsibilities will include directing programs focused on continuing medical education, national and state medical affairs, health policy, and clinical research. Dr. Chey’s clinical interests lie primarily in the diagnosis and treatment of gut-brain interaction disorders and H. pylori infection.

Dr. Chey has made significant contributions to the field of gastroenterology, having authored over 500 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and clinical practice guidelines. His dedication to education is evident through his mentorship of more than 70 students, residents, and fellows, many of whom have ascended to leadership roles within the discipline.

Leadership and Contributions to Gastroenterology

Before his presidency, Dr. Chey held various leadership roles within national and international societies. He served as a Council member of the American Neurogastroenterology & Motility Society and currently sits on the Board of Directors of the Rome Foundation, as well as serving as Vice President of the International Foundation of GI Disorders. His long-standing commitment to the ACG began in 1993, and he joined the ACG Board of Trustees in 2010. In 2025, Dr. Chey was honored with the title of Master of the ACG (MACG).

Dr. Chey has previously served as co-Editor-in-Chief of both The American Journal of Gastroenterology and Clinical & Translational Gastroenterology. His expertise was recognized through his involvement with the Editorial Board of the Rome IV and Rome V manuscripts, which are critical in defining functional gastrointestinal disorders.

His accolades include the opportunity to deliver prestigious lectures at ACG’s Annual Scientific Meetings, such as the David Sun Memorial Lecture in 2015 and the J. Edward Berk Distinguished Lecture in 2020. In the same year, he received the ACG Berk-Fise Award for his contributions to the field.

A Vision for the Future

Upon accepting his presidency, Dr. Chey expressed his gratitude, stating, “I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to serve as President of the ACG. It is indeed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to give back to an organization that has given so much to me, both professionally and personally.”

The American College of Gastroenterology, founded in 1932, aims to support healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality, personalized care for digestive health. With a global membership exceeding 20,000 from 86 countries, the ACG focuses on advancing patient care, education, research, and advocacy to enhance members’ professional development and clinician wellbeing.

For more information on the American College of Gastroenterology and its initiatives, visit www.gi.org.