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Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Patient Stories

Our team of pediatric gastroenterologists and hepatologists work as part of a skilled team that includes nurses, psychologists, social workers, dietitians and others. We strive to quickly respond to your concerns.

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Crohn’s Disease: Titus’ Story

Titus, 8, was sick and barely eating when he arrived at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Treatment for his Crohn’s disease has turned his health around.

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Ulcerative Colitis: Shea’s Story

Shea loves cheerleading and today has energy to spare for it, since the IBD team at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has her ulcerative colitis under control.

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Crohn’s Disease: Kristen’s Story

After a long battle, Kristen’s symptoms from Crohn’s disease are under control. She is a thriving young adult thanks to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Crohn’s Disease: Emily’s Story

Emily is an energetic teenager. She’s able to better enjoy her passions like acting thanks to treatment for her Crohn’s at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Crohn’s Disease: Sydney’s Story

Sydney is an energetic and well-rounded 10-year-old. Thanks to nutrition therapy at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, her Crohn’s disease is under control. 

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Crohn’s Disease: David’s Story

David came to CHOP as a teen to manage his Crohn’s. His parents now co-chair the Family Research Council, which supports research at the IBD Center.

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Crohn’s Disease: Matthew’s Story

Matthew’s problem was a mystery until he came to Children’s Hospital. After a diagnosis of Crohn’s, nutrition treatment has Matthew, 3, eating normally and thriving.

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Crohn’s Disease: Carter’s Story

Carter was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at age 5. With nutrition treatment, he’s growing again and back to playing his favorite game: basketball. 

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