Digestive Disease Research Foundation
Our Mission
Founded in 2003, The Digestive Disease Research Foundation (DDRF) strives to advance the treatment and prevention of digestive diseases. We pair outstanding medical students with senior physician-scientists to conduct clinical research in medical practice settings. We seek to produce quality scientific research in the field of gastroenterology while encouraging the next generation of physicians to pursue careers as physician-scientists.
Our Impact
Research generated from DDRF’s support has lead to over 40 full length publications in the most prestigious journals in the field of gastroenterology, as well as presentations at nationally recognized conferences. Many of our past fellows have gone on to assume leadership positions in the field of gastroenterology and they continue to contribute to cutting-edge research. The skills that DDRF students acquire are helping them - and the field of gastroenterology - now and for years to come.
2+
Million Dollars Raised
Thanks to generous support from our community, this money has supported student researchers as well as academic studies at Mount Sinai Hospital, Columbia University Medical Center and Stanford University Medical Center.
30+
Full and Part time students sponsored
These students have gone on to be accepted and thrive at some of the most prestigious clinical programs in the country, where they are becoming tomorrow's leaders in gastroenterology and other medical sub-specialties.
50+
Full Length Manuscripts
DDRF students and mentors have already contributed immensely to the field of digestive disease literature with manuscripts published in nationally recognized journals.