Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (GI) Patient Stories

Harrison, 14, suffered from digestive problems his entire life. Treatment from the Lustgarten Center for GI Motility has his digestive system working normally.

Twins, Shane and Nicholas, used to resist eating new foods. Now 3, they’re eating a variety of foods thanks to the Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Center.

Noah, 4, used to have serious problems with chewing and swallowing solid food. Now he’s eating a balanced diet and is on track to be feeding himself.

Laney has been living with both Turner syndrome and Crohn’s disease since she was a toddler. Thanks to Children’s Hospital, she is a thriving 11-year-old.

The Martha Escoll Lubeck Feeding and Swallowing Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has helped Gracie overcome her fear of eating solid foods.

Gavin and Hudson have their Crohn’s disease under control thanks to a nutrition study at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Center for Pediatric IBD.

Luke, 5, is progressing well after treatment for a rare disease and a bone marrow transplant at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. 

David experienced unpleasant side effects from two of his treatments for colitis, but his medical team at Children’s Hospital responded each time with new approaches to his care.

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has helped Abigail, 22, manage her Crohn’s disease and Turner syndrome for more than 18 years.

Titus, 8, was sick and barely eating when he arrived at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Treatment for his Crohn’s disease has turned his health around.