Pediatric Gastroenterology Services in Illinois and Indiana
The Center for Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition offers comprehensive care for children with digestive, liver, and nutritional conditions. From routine evaluations to advanced diagnostic procedures, our board-certified team delivers expert, compassionate treatment across five convenient locations. Call (708) 581-4911 or request an appointment online today.
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Our pediatric gastroenterologists care for infants, children, and teens up to age 18, managing both common and complex conditions. Each of our specialized service pages explains symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options in detail. Explore the conditions we treat below:
- Celiac Disease – Diagnosis and lifelong management of gluten intolerance and related symptoms in children.
- Colonoscopy – Diagnostic and treatment procedures for evaluating the colon and lower digestive tract.
- Constipation – Evaluation and treatment of infrequent or difficult bowel movements in children.
- Crohn’s Disease – Management of this chronic inflammatory bowel condition affecting the digestive tract.
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis – Care for this chronic allergic inflammatory condition of the esophagus.
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease – Comprehensive treatment for children with IBD, including Crohn’s and colitis.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome – Diagnosis and symptom management for children with IBS.
- Jaundice – Evaluation and treatment of jaundice in newborns and infants.
- Ulcerative Colitis – Long-term care for this chronic inflammatory bowel disease of the colon.
Advanced Diagnostic Procedures
When a clear diagnosis requires a closer look, our physicians perform colonoscopies and upper endoscopies with your child’s comfort and safety as the top priority. These procedures allow our team to examine the digestive tract directly, collect tissue samples, and identify the source of your child’s symptoms so treatment can begin as soon as possible.
Nutrition and Long-Term Support
Because many digestive conditions affect a child’s growth and nutrition, our practice provides ongoing dietary guidance and long-term management alongside medical treatment. We partner with families and pediatricians to create individualized care plans that support each child’s health over time.
If your child needs specialized digestive care, call (708) 581-4911 or make an appointment online today at one of our five area locations. To learn more about our providers, visit our About page, or review helpful resources on our Patient Information page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a pediatric gastroenterologist do?
A pediatric gastroenterologist specializes in diagnosing and treating digestive, liver, and nutritional conditions in children, from infancy through age 18. Our providers manage conditions such as celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, and jaundice, and perform procedures like colonoscopies and endoscopies.
When should my child see a pediatric GI specialist?
Consider a specialist if your child has persistent abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea or constipation, blood in the stool, difficulty gaining weight, or other ongoing digestive symptoms. Your pediatrician can refer you when specialized evaluation is needed.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat a wide range of pediatric digestive and liver conditions, including celiac disease, colonoscopy-related evaluations, constipation, Crohn’s disease, eosinophilic esophagitis, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, jaundice, and ulcerative colitis.
Do you perform colonoscopies and endoscopies on children?
Yes. Our physicians perform pediatric colonoscopies and upper endoscopies when needed for diagnosis or treatment. These procedures are done with careful attention to your child’s comfort and safety, and our team explains each step to you and your child in advance.
Which locations offer these services?
Our services are available at all five of our locations: Evergreen Park, Naperville, Elmhurst, and Romeoville in Illinois, plus Highland, Indiana. Call (708) 581-4911 to schedule at the location most convenient for your family.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule an appointment by calling (708) 581-4911 or by requesting one online through our website. Our staff will help you choose the right location and provider for your child’s needs.