Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Patient Stories

Our team of pediatric gastroenterologists and hepatologists work as part of a skilled team that includes nurses, psychologists, social workers, dietitians and others. We strive to quickly respond to your concerns.

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215-590-3630

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267-425-2739

Patient story

Celiac Disease: Charlotte & Taylor’s Story

Sisters Charlotte, 9, and Taylor, 8, are living gluten-free since being diagnosed with celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity, respectively.

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Finding Relief from Fructose Intolerance: Annalise’s Story

Annalise suffered with undiagnosed pain for two years before being referred to the Integrative Food Reactions Clinic at CHOP. Now, she has found sweet relief from her symptoms.

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Celiac Disease: Emma’s Story

Diagnosed with celiac disease in first grade, Emma, now 9, rallies for changes in food labeling to better protect kids like her.

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Neuropathic Intestinal Dysmotility: Liyana’s Story

Liyana spent her first year in and out of hospitals as doctors tried to identify and treat her GI motility issue. Her family found answers, hope and healing at CHOP.

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VACTERL Association: Olivia’s Story

Diagnosed with VACTERL Association, Olivia found improved care and treatment at CHOP’s Suzi and Scott Lustgarten Center for GI Motility.

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Rumination Syndrome: Alicia’s Story

Teen makes full recovery from rumination syndrome, thanks to CHOP’s guidance and her positive attitude.

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Gastroparesis: Catherine’s Story

After years of mysterious GI symptoms, Catherine now has a diagnosis, successful treatment and has started a burgeoning new career as a chef.

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Life with Celiac Disease: Anna’s Story

Teen with celiac disease pens personal guide to gluten-free living for other newly diagnosed youth.

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Biliary Atresia and Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency: Elliott’s Story

After being diagnosed and treated for a genetic disorder, Elliott’s troubling GI symptoms continued – leading CHOP doctors to discover he also had biliary atresia.