Gastroenterology & Hepatology

Gastroenterology & Hepatology at UTMB Health

At UTMB Health, we understand and are devoted to the needs and clinical care of patients with gastrointestinal, liver and nutritional disorders.

Innovative Solutions to Complex Clinical Problems

The physicians at UTMB Health who concentrate on GI-related issues and disorders have been on the national research and clinical forefront, with initiatives that have included neural stem cell research, gastric electrical stimulation and novel endoscopic procedures. This dedication to patient care and application of research advancements has led to our becoming a tertiary and quaternary referral facility for this region and beyond. Over half of the clinical faculty in the Division of Gastroenterology have been listed as "best doctors" in America. Their counterparts in surgery, radiology and other care team members are equally skilled and committed to great outcomes. The research faculty are involved in cutting-edge and comprehensive research that ranges from endoscopic devices to gene chips. Together, the team at UTMB Health ensures you get great care.

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In the Health Blog

Are tummy aches a sign of IBS? How to find out

April 18, 2023 • 2:44 p.m.

Just as in adults, IBS symptoms for children include repeated pain in your abdomen and changes in your bowel movements that could cause diarrhea or constipation—or both. What’s tricky for parents is that your child could have these without any visible signs.