SHORT BOWEL SYNDROME FOUNDATION

Empowering Others to Live Fuller Lives

Education, support, and advocacy for patients, caregivers, and clinicians navigating Short Bowel Syndrome and intestinal failure

Founded in 2010 by Andrew “Andy” Jablonski in Lincoln, Nebraska, the Short Bowel Syndrome Foundation provides education, support, and resources so patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers never have to navigate this journey alone.

Find your path
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Patients & Caregivers

Learn about SBS, find peer support, download guides, and access adult and family resources.

Living with SBS →

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Clinicians

Education, research library, IRP centers, referral tools, and clinician inquiry form.

For healthcare professionals →

Contact & register
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Contact Us

Questions, partnerships, media, or general inquiries.

Message us →

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Register with SBSF

Join the community list so we can share updates and understand who uses SBSF resources.

Register →

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Support Group Access

Request access to SBSF’s private peer support groups for adults, families, mental health, and international members. Groups are moderated by unpaid volunteer administrators. Entry questions and group rules are required.

Request Access →

Key resources
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Educational Hub

Guides, programs, and downloadable learning tools.

Open hub →

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Beyond the Gut

Adult patient-led series on living with SBS & IF.

Read series →

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Support Groups

SBSF communities and trusted partner networks.

Find support →

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Centers of Excellence

Intestinal rehabilitation programs by state.

View centers →

Programs & clinical resources
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SBSF Cares Program

CME/CE-certified education and clinical resources.

Learn more →

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G.U.T. Program

Support for hospital-to-home, school, and adult transitions.

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GATTEX® Education

Patient-friendly GLP-2 / teduglutide information.

Open guide →

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Research & Development

Key publications and research resources.

Browse research →

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Industry Partners

Clinical, research, and industry collaborators.

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Support the Foundation

Help expand education and community support.

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Medical disclaimer
Content on this site is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare team.