Meet your Intestinal Rehabilitation Program team
Our experienced team of gastroenterologists, general surgeons, nurses and nutritionists are experts in treating children with short bowel syndrome and intestinal failure. We provide complete and individualized care for your child.
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Medical director, Intestinal Rehabilitation Program

Christina B. Bales, MD
Surgical Team

Joy L. Collins, MD
Gastroenterologists

Christina B. Bales, MD

Gayle H. Diamond, MD

Jamie Merves, MD

Nina N. Sainath, MD
Psychologist

Lauren M. Fussner, PhD
Nurse Specialists
Jean M. Abraitis, BSN, RN

Jillian B. Aufseeser, RN, MSN, CPN

Elizabeth Bowerman, MSN, CRNP

Lauren M. Wolverton
Social Work

Meghan F. Miano, MSW, LSW
Clinical Dietitians
Shannon Kelly, MS, RDN
Renée Troutt, RD, LDN, CNSC
