Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Program
Meet the Care Team
Patient Stories
Sammy’s story: Staying strong through Crohn’s disease
Seven-year-old Sammy loves soccer, ballet and spending time with her best friend and big sister, Ella. She also has a whole collection of sloth stuffed animals.
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Our researchers investigate the genetic causes of IBD
Finding the genetic cause and environmental triggers for IBD will help move us closer to a cure for IBD, a disease that impacts 1.5 million people in this country – 25% of which are children. Read more here about ongoing studies and clinical trials led by Luis Sifuentes-Dominguez, M.D. and our entire clinical team.
Total mind-body care for IBD enhances your child’s quality of life
Together with our GI psychologists and IBD-focused registered dietitians, we provide a multidisciplinary approach that brings all of your child’s caregivers together in one clinic, under one roof, to collaboratively create and manage your IBD care plan.
From diagnosis to remission, our goal is to help your child thrive.
We engage with community-based support groups such as Gut it Out.
Our physicians, dietitians and psychologists offer ongoing educational programs.
Our children and teens participate in therapeutic yoga.
We support Parent Chat groups, social outings and a formal process for transitioning to adulthood with IBD.
Breakthroughs in treating IBD
Pediatric IBD physicians and researchers stand on the leading edge of today’s new treatments. From new and promising medications for steroid-free care, to incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy to manage pain, our team prioritizes health and wellness and a holistic approach.
Contact our pediatric IBD specialists in Dallas to learn more about our program. We are by your side from birth to adulthood with digestive health solutions.
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We understand that managing Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis can feel overwhelming. That’s why we are by your side with world-renowned experts and innovative treatments. The UT Southwestern physicians practicing at Children’s Health℠ contribute to and lead research and share best practices as a founding member of the ImproveCareNow Network, an international quality improvement collaborative recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a vital part of a leading-edge IBD program.