Gastroenterology Procedure Unit

Who we are

Children's Gastroenterology Procedure Unit offers exceptional care for children with gastrointestinal, pancreatic and hepatobiliary disorders, as well as aerodigestive disorders.

Our expertise

Children's Gastroenterology Procedure Unit specializes in allergic and eosinophilic disorders, Celiac disease, chronic diarrhea, constipation, gastroesophageal reflux, pancreatic disease, malabsorption disorders, recurrent respiratory disorders and more. Ongoing research projects include use of endoscopic ultrasound, sedation for procedures, chronic esophageal disease, polyposis and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

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Our team

Nineteen attending physicians, 12 nurses and six endoscopy technicians support the day-to-day practice of the unit. All nurses and physicians are certified in pediatric advanced life support (PALS).

Our team also assists in the care of children with life-threatening cases in other areas of the hospital, such as the intensive care and surgical units, using our portable equipment.

Meet the director, Dr. Victor Fox

Our faculty works on the forefront of care and research within gastroenterology. Here, Dr. Fox, director of the GPU, discusses the recurrence of juvenile polyps in children. His work is a result of collaboration with specialists through Children's.