Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (GI) Patient Stories
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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.
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.
Life with Celiac Disease: Anna’s Story

Teen with celiac disease pens personal guide to gluten-free living for other newly diagnosed youth.
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.
Philadelphia-positive Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and Pancreatic Pseudocyst: Colin’s Story

Teams from CHOP oncology, CHOP GI and Penn Medicine partnered to treat Colin’s high-risk leukemia and pancreas complications rarely seen in children.
Pancreatitis: Alexis' Story

Diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis, Alexis, now 17, found treatment and renewed hope at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Liver Transplant: Josie’s Story

As a baby, Josie received a liver transplant. This began a 10-year journey that included bonding with her donor’s family and a generous gift to help future transplant patients.
Liver Transplant in the Midst of COVID-19: Briana’s Story

As COVID-19 swept through Philadelphia, Briana’s biliary atresia worsened. She needed a liver transplant. CHOP safely performed the surgery. Now Briana’s future is bright.
The Value of Family Screening in Celiac Disease: CJ and Bella’s Story

When CJ's slow growth prompted his parents to ask his pediatric for help, they had no idea it would result in not just CJ – but also his dad and sister – being diagnosed with celiac disease.
Celiac Disease: Weston’s Story

Learn how the Center for Celiac Disease at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia helped this family change their diets and get their son well.