The Pancreatic Disorders Program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is committed to providing comprehensive and individualized care for children and teens with pancreatic disorders.

When a child is referred to CHOP's Pancreatic Disorders Program, they will be examined by a pancreatologist – a pediatric gastroenterologist who has special expertise in disorders of the pancreas.

In addition to our team’s depth of expertise, our program offers:

• A pancreas-focused multidisciplinary team. We ensure that patients who require a multi-specialist evaluation receive it in one visit.
• Quick scheduling of appointments. When a pancreatic disorder is suspected or diagnosed, call us directly at 267-426-6200 or contact us online. A coordinator will gather your initial information and schedule your child's appointment as soon as possible.
• Advanced diagnostic procedures. Our team employs the most cutting-edge procedures and radiology imaging, such as MRI, to help accurately diagnose your child. Our researchers are actively involved in developing new tests and procedures.
• State-of-the-art pediatric endoscopy facility. In addition to providing endoscopic pancreatic function testing, our team is one of a few in the country that has dedicated pediatric providers for advanced procedures, such as endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). Patients are served by the same staff and are in the same space, whether coming in for a complex procedure or pancreatic function blood tests.
• Expert nutrition management. Our core group of physicians have all undergone additional clinical training and achieved advanced-level certification in pediatric nutrition. In addition, every new patient can see a dietitian nutritionist with expertise in pancreatic disorders.
• An integrative approach to pain control. In addition to pain specialists within the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, our team works closely with our Integrative Health and Clinical Nutrition teams to develop personalized approaches to pain management, including meditation, acupuncture and yoga.
• In-person support for the whole family. Our program offers emotional and social support to meet the unique needs of every member of your family affected by a pancreatic disorder.
• Physician referrals and second opinions. Our program welcomes physician referrals and second opinions, as well as new patient visits. If you feel a patient needs to be seen more urgently, let us know and we will work with you.
• National accreditation. Our program is accredited by the National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) as a Clinical Center of Excellence for the treatment of pediatric pancreatitis. NPF centers are premier healthcare facilities that focus on multidisciplinary treatment of pancreas disease, treating the “whole patient” with a focus on the best possible outcomes and an improved quality of life.