Pediatric Gastroenterology

Pediatric gastroenterology is a specialty devoted to disorders of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and liver in infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. Focus is on a variety of gastroenterological conditions involving organs in the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, large bowel, small bowel, liver, gallbladder and pancreas.

Conditions Treated

A few common conditions treated include:

• Celiac disease

• Chronic abdominal pain

• Crohn’s disease

• IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

• Failure to thrive

• Fatty liver and other liver issues

• Reflux

Testing & Treatment Options

A few common tests and treatments include:

• Barium swallow

• Barium enema

• Colonoscopy

• Esophageal motility study

• Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)

• Flexible sigmoidoscopy

• Liver biopsy

Our Providers

Our pediatric gastroenterology specialists can provide a team-based, comprehensive care plan for your child’s GI-related diagnoses. Our specialists work closely with your child’s primary care provider to create a coordinated care plan in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This team can also provide extra support for your child’s health needs, including behavioral health services.

CLINICS & FACILITIES

Pediatric Gastroenterology in Albuquerque at Presbyterian Hospital

Related Services / Programs

Pediatric Inpatient Services Pediatrics Primary Care