Top Gastroenterology Books

This updated, authoritative guide to the clinical management of digestive and liver diseases offers comprehensive, high-yield coverage of gastroenterology and hepatology, including the latest therapeutic advances. Written by expert Harvard faculty from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, the book presents content in a concise, easy-to-retain format. It features over 90 color images, “Essentials of Diagnosis” bullet points, and updated references. Topics range from acute abdominal pain to specialized areas like liver transplantation, IBD, bariatric surgery, and oncology-related GI toxicities. Its practical organization and focus on evidence-based treatments make it ideal for clinicians managing both common and complex GI conditions.

Print length ‏ : ‎ 704 pages

Gastroenterology Clinical Focus (Updated 3rd Edition, April 2025) is a concise, clinically oriented review book covering key topics in gastroenterology and hepatology, including IBD. Designed for GI trainees, practicing gastroenterologists, advanced practice providers, and residents, it emphasizes up-to-date management strategies, recent advancements, and high-yield board review content. The book features easy-to-read bulleted text, tables, figures, and illustrations, with “Guideline Highlights” and “Study Highlights” for quick access to current clinical guidelines and pivotal studies. Embedded QR codes provide instant access to over 30 endoscopic teaching videos. Ideal for board prep and daily clinical practice.

Print length ‏ : ‎ 388 pages

Acing the GI Board Exam: The Ultimate Crunch-Time Resource, Second Edition is a high-yield, time-efficient study guide designed for gastroenterology and hepatology trainees preparing for board exams, recertification, or clinical rotations. This updated edition includes 41 new board-style vignettes with color images, insights on the MOC exam, and relevance to residency training. Key features include:

  • Succinct, high-yield answers emphasizing clinical pearls and “board buzzwords”

  • A dedicated section on critical “threshold values” often tested

  • A rapid-fire self-test with 200 one-liners for last-minute prep

  • Focused, practical content curated by Dr. Brennan Spiegel for effective, high-impact studying

Ideal for crunch-time review, this book delivers essential content in a format that balances depth with brevity.

Print length ‏ : ‎ 280 pages

The Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review, 6th Edition is a comprehensive, clinically focused resource designed for physicians, trainees, and healthcare professionals involved in GI and liver care. Edited by a new team of Mayo Clinic experts, this edition emphasizes practical clinical knowledge to improve patient management. It includes case-based presentations, board-style questions with explanations, and expanded use of figures and tables. New chapters cover post–Roux-en-Y complications and endoscopy exam prep. Each chapter features key facts and definitions, making it ideal for board review and clinical practice.

Print length ‏ : ‎ 496 pages

Sleisenger & Fordtran’s Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease, 11th Edition is a comprehensive, authoritative two-volume reference that has served as a cornerstone in GI and hepatology for nearly 50 years. Written by global experts, it covers the latest techniques, treatments, and technologies across the full spectrum of GI disorders. This edition includes expanded content on hepatitis B/C, H. pylori, colorectal cancer screening, IBD therapies, and more. It features over 1,100 illustrations, clinical algorithms, and a consistent format for easy reference. The included eBook offers monthly updates and access to 20+ procedural videos for enhanced learning.

Print length ‏ : ‎ 2488 pages