We had the privilege to nominate and now celebrate M. Bishr Omary as the 2024 recipient of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Julius M. Friedenwald Medal, named after AGA’s 8th president. Bishr’s nomination was seconded by 11 co-signatories who are luminaries in our digestive health field as one measure of his standing in, and contributions to, our specialty. This recognition highlights his impactful and inspirational contributions to the AGA, and to our field on so many levels, including his track record in academic and research accomplishments; leadership; mentorship; championing of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives; and efforts in planetary digestive health and sustainability.
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