Kohl's GI Nutrition and Diagnostic Center
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Our comprehensive center — commonly called the endoscopy suite — offers state-of-the-art endoscopic and nutrition services to children with gastrointestinal (GI), liver, pancreatic and nutritional concerns. We perform thousands of diagnostic procedures annually, including endoscopy, colonoscopy, enteroscopy, ERCP, motility studies, impedance/pH probes, liver biopsies and others. Our endoscopic technology — including advanced high-definition optics and visualization systems — allows us to examine your child’s entire digestive tract and determine potential treatments. Patients who require medication infusions will get to know our amazing team of care providers.
Led by Petar Mamula, MD, an expert in advanced therapeutic endoscopic procedures for children, the center is staffed by physicians, nurses and GI technicians. We encourage you to ask questions. We’re here to support your family throughout this process.
Our tests and treatments
We offer a full range of endoscopic procedures to help diagnose, treat and monitor your child’s condition, including those listed below.
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Anorectal Manometry -
Antroduodenal Manometry -
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Colonic Manometry -
Pediatric Colonoscopy -
Double-Balloon Enteroscopy -
Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA) -
Pediatric ERCP -
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) -
Pediatric Endoscopy -
Enema Procedure and Administration -
Esophageal Manometry -
Fecal Transplant -
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy -
Foreign Body Removal -
Biofeedback Therapy for Bowel Dysfunction -
Hydrogen Breath Test -
Impedance/pH Probe -
Infusion Therapy -
Liver Biopsy in Children -
NG GoLYTELY Cleanout -
Nutrition Assessment Unit -
Paracentesis for Chronic Liver Conditions -
Polyp Removal -
Resting Energy Expenditure -
Single Balloon Enteroscopy -
Stricture Dilation -
Treating a GI Bleed
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Why choose us CHOP
CHOP is ranked as one of the top pediatric hospitals for gastroenterology by U.S. News & World Report. Our center is known for its comprehensive, family-centered care for children with GI, liver and pancreatic disorders.
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Meet your team
Every person on your child's team has the same goal: to give your child the best possible care. We provide medical care, emotional counseling and more to ensure your family gets the support you need.
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Our locations
You can visit staff from Kohl's GI Nutrition and Diagnostic Center at various regional locations.
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Nutrition and Diagnostic Center resources
We have created resources to help you find answers to your questions and feel confident with the care you are providing your child.
Tips for scheduling a procedure
When scheduling a procedure in the GI endoscopy suite, please note the following:
- It will take about a week for the anesthesiologist to determine if the procedure can be done in the endoscopy suite or if it needs to be done in an operating room.
- The scheduler in the endoscopy suite will call you in approximately a week to schedule your child’s appointment. If you have not heard from a scheduler in a week, please call 215-590-3326 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. and we will help you.
- We usually have appointments available within two to three weeks (and sooner if necessary).
The endoscopy suite scheduler will assist you with any insurance or billing questions. Visit the CHOP billing and insurance website for more information.
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