At the UPMC IBD Center, we understand that living with inflammatory bowel disease can be difficult. Most of the time, people cannot tell that you are sick. Even among your close family and friends, it can be difficult to talk about your experiences.
That's why, at UPMC, we host patient support groups in partnership with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. The informal, non-medical setting of the support group provides you with a perfect opportunity to:
- Ask questions about IBD
- Hear about other patients’ experiences with IBD
- Learn about your illness from IBD experts
Learn more about the benefits of support groups for patients with IBD.
For more information about upcoming support group meetings, visit the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation support groups page.