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Welcome From Division Chief
The University of Louisville School of Medicine Pediatric Gastroenterology faculty, trainees and staff are united by a shared commitment to improving the health and well-being of children with gastrointestinal, liver and nutritional disorders through compassionate care, scientific discovery and innovation.
Our mission extends beyond treating disease. We strive to advance the field of pediatric gastroenterology by integrating cutting-edge research with exceptional clinical practice, ensuring that new knowledge is translated into meaningful improvements in patient outcomes. Through collaboration, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning, we are shaping the future of care for children and families affected by complex digestive and liver conditions.
Research is a cornerstone of our division and plays a critical role in advancing pediatric healthcare. Our faculty lead innovative, patient-centered investigations designed to improve diagnostic approaches and develop safer, more effective therapies for children with gastrointestinal and liver diseases. Recent studies have expanded our understanding of the clinical and histopathologic features of acute severe hepatitis associated with Human Herpesvirus 6 infection, contributing valuable insights into viral hepatitis in pediatric populations.
Our research team has also demonstrated the feasibility and tolerability of transnasal endoscopy as a less invasive diagnostic option for children and adolescents with eosinophilic esophagitis, helping improve the patient experience while maintaining high-quality diagnostic evaluation. In addition, our investigators have identified weekly folic acid supplementation as a safe and practical alternative to daily dosing for pediatric patients with inflammatory bowel disease receiving methotrexate therapy, offering families greater convenience while maintaining effective care.
Quality improvement is equally central to our mission. Using data-driven methodologies and continuous assessment, we seek to enhance care delivery, improve patient safety and optimize healthcare outcomes. These efforts ensure that every patient receives the highest standard of evidence-based care while fostering innovation in clinical practice and healthcare systems.
We invite you to learn more about our programs, connect with our faculty and trainees, and join us in our mission to advance pediatric digestive health through innovation, discovery and excellence.
