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Research
We investigate pediatric gastrointestinal disease genetics, develop new therapeutics, analyze data, and develop interventions and ways to monitor disease response.
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Education
We train leaders in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition. Many trainees transition to faculty appointments at academic institutions or industry research.
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Care
We diagnose and manage digestive, nutritional, and liver disorders in children, from infants to young adults. Conditions include malabsorption syndromes, celiac disease and cystic fibrosis.