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Pediatric Gastroenterology
Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology
Innovative research, expert training and comprehensive, state-of-the-art treatment.
Clinical Care
The U-M Medical School Department of Pediatrics Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology provides diagnostic and treatment services for children with a wide range of common and rare gastrointestinal disorders. Our physicians, working alongside nurse practitioners, see between 10,000-11,000 outpatient clinic visits per year.
At C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, we perform over 3,100 endoscopic procedures annually. We provide comprehensive and state-of-the-art diagnostic and interventional procedures in children and young adults in order to diagnose and treat a wide array of gastrointestinal and liver conditions.
We are the only program in Michigan, and one of the few in the country, that offers advanced and therapeutic endoscopy.
Areas of clinical expertise
- inflammatory bowel disease
- intestinal polyposis syndromes
- gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- peptic ulcer disease
- gastrointestinal bleeding
- malabsorption
- disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI)
- intestinal motility disorders
- intestinal failure/rehabilitation
- celiac disease
- pancreatitis
- pancreatic insufficiency
- constipation
- functional abdominal pain
- functional dyspepsia
- eosinophilic esophagitis/gastrointestinal disorders
- liver diseases and liver transplantation
Nationally Ranked in Pediatric Gastroenterology & GI Surgery
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital has been recognized as one of the nation's best for pediatric gastroenterology and GI surgery by U.S. News & World Report for 2025-2026.
Education
The division is dedicated to educating medical students, residents and fellows through comprehensive exposure to advanced clinical care, cutting-edge research and diverse patient populations in pediatric gastroenterology.
Our trainees gain hands-on experience in a collaborative academic environment, preparing them to become compassionate clinicians, innovative researchers and future leaders in the field.
Research
Our division is committed to advancing the field of pediatric gastroenterology through rigorous clinical and basic science research. Our faculty lead innovative studies aimed at understanding, treating, and ultimately preventing gastrointestinal disorders in children—from common conditions to rare, complex diseases.
Because pediatric patients with gastrointestinal diseases are fewer in number than adults, multicenter collaborations are essential. Our division is proud to participate in national registries and multicenter studies, including a pediatric liver transplant registry and a registry focused on children with acute, severe liver failure. These collaborative efforts enable us to contribute data and expertise that shape national standards of care.
We are dedicated to translating discoveries into improved patient care. Current priorities include launching a medication trial for children with steatohepatitis (liver disease related to excessive fat storage) and pioneering new approaches for monitoring and treating chronic GI and liver conditions.
Research Focus Areas
- Pediatric Liver Diseases and Transplantation: Advancing understanding and treatment of pediatric liver conditions, including transplantation, acute liver failure, drug-induced liver injury, vaccine safety in transplant recipients, and strategies to improve treatment adherence.
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Developing and improving strategies to improve and prevent complications for pediatric Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
- Gastrointestinal Hormones: Investigating the role of gut hormones, particularly gastrin, in health and disease to better understand hormone-regulated gastrointestinal conditions.
Opportunities for Excellence
The Department of Pediatrics includes 17 clinical divisions and over 300 faculty members. Join our dynamic team dedicated to advancing pediatric care, education and research.
Contact Us
Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology
1500 East Medical Center Drive
D5200 MPB
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5718
Giving
Your gift can help our pediatricians provide the highest-quality care for children while contributing to significant advances in patient care, research, and education.
Division Leadership
Jeremy Adler, MD, MSc
Medical School
Grace Jennifer Lee, MD
Medical School
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