The Rome Foundation

The Rome Foundation is an independent not for profit 501(c)3 organization that supports activities to create scientific data to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of Functional GI Disorders.  We seek to legitimize and update our knowledge of the Functional GI Disorders by bringing together scientists and clinicians to classify and critically appraise the science of gastrointestinal function and dysfunction.  
The Mission of the Rome Foundation is: To improve the lives of people with Functional GI Disorders.

The goals of the Rome Foundation are to:
•	Promote clinical recognition and legitimization of Function GI Disorders 
•	Develop a scientific understanding of their pathophysiological mechanisms 
•	Optimize clinical management for patients with Function GI Disorders