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Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

Contact number | 202-476-3032
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Experts in the Field

Our team of international experts specializes in understanding and caring for the unique needs of your child.

At Children's National, we know digestive problems can affect your child's quality of life. That's why our Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive and personalized care for your child. Our internationally-renowned pediatric specialists have the skills and resources to diagnose, treat and manage the full range of digestive disorders in children.

Choosing Children's National for Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Care

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We are the only hospital in the Washington, D.C., area that caters exclusively to children. Our pediatric gastroenterology team provides comprehensive, personalized care for infants, children and teenagers.

We provide:

  • Full spectrum of care. Our program includes experts in digestive, liver and nutritional disorders in children of all ages. We can manage everything from a routine upset stomach to complex and chronic conditions that require ongoing care.
  • Expertise in diagnosis. There is a wide range of conditions that fall under “gastrointestinal disorders.” This is why a careful, professional diagnosis is so important. Our pediatric specialists have the experience to make an accurate diagnosis, the first step to a comprehensive treatment and management plan.
  • Level 1 Surgery Verification. Our gastrointestinal surgery team has attained Level 1 Surgery Verification from the American College of Surgeons, a distinction that recognizes surgery centers that have improved surgical quality, prevented complications, reduced costs and saved lives.
  • Specialized care. Every member of your child’s team is a pediatric specialist in gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. We provide a superior level of care, tailoring your child’s treatment plan to meet his or her specific needs.
  • Child-centered environment. We know being in a hospital can be an anxious time for a child. From our kid-friendly rooms to our Child Life Specialists, we do everything we can to provide a safe, warm and reassuring environment for children and families. Learn more about our services for families.

GI Specialty Programs

Contact Information

To learn more about our programs or to schedule an appointment, call 202-476-3032.

Deion's Story

Failure to Thrive (Poor Growth)

Deion Gladden successfully treated for environmentally-influenced intestinal issues by Dr. Anil Darbari.

Nineteen years ago, Deion was born prematurely and developed eosinophilic esophagitis and acid reflux, along with failure to thrive. For years, he endured environmentally influenced intestinal issues that he and his family didn't understand until they met Children's National specialists who "never gave up on us."

Deion's Story

Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Team