Gastroparesis Patient Association for Cures and Treatments (G-PACT)

The Gastroparesis Patient Association for Cures and Treatments (G-PACT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2001 to support individuals living with digestive tract paralysis, including gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, and colonic inertia. G-PACT provides a comprehensive suite of resources, including educational materials, virtual patient support groups, and opportunities for advocacy. The organization facilitates connection and self-expression among patients, caregivers, and medical professionals, aiming to improve quality of life, raise awareness, and foster research funding for these often underdiagnosed and misunderstood conditions. By maintaining a medical advisory board and patient advisory council, G-PACT ensures that its services are informed by both clinical expertise and lived patient experiences, operating across the United States and internationally.

This work is vital for patients navigating the complex healthcare systems associated with rare digestive dysmotility disorders, where reliable information and community support are often scarce. G-PACT addresses these challenges by offering free-of-charge resources, hosting annual conferences, and producing educational media like the Surviving Out of Spite podcast. By empowering patients to share their stories and providing practical tools for daily management, the organization bridges the gap between unmet patient needs and clinical care. Recent milestones, such as the appointment of its first compensated executive leader, reflect the organization's sustained growth and long-term commitment to advancing awareness and support for its community on a national and global scale.