Paediatric Gastroenterology

Comprehensive Care for Children with Gastrointestinal, Liver, and Nutritional Disorders.

At SEHA Tawam Hospital, our Paediatric Gastroenterology Department is dedicated to diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal, liver, and nutritional conditions in children from infancy through adolescence. With advanced facilities, a multidisciplinary team, and a focus on evidence-based care, we ensure every child receives compassionate, expert-led treatment for both common and complex digestive health issues.

Why Choose SEHA Tawam Hospital?

Integrated Multidisciplinary Care

Our team brings together paediatric gastroenterologists, hepatologists, dietitians, endoscopy specialists, nurses, and pharmacists to provide seamless and holistic care.

Advanced Endoscopic Facilities

Equipped with modern endoscopy suites, the department performs a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, from routine scopes to complex interventions.

Specialised Liver and Transplant Services

SEHA Tawam Hospital supports children before and after liver transplants, offering ongoing monitoring and tailored long-term care.

Commitment to Family-Centred Care

Families are an integral part of the treatment journey, with dedicated counselling and nutritional support offered alongside medical interventions.

What We Treat

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Abdominal pain and recurrent functional disorders
Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR/GORD)
Chronic constipation and diarrhoea
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
Pancreatic disorders (acute and chronic pancreatitis)
Celiac disease and allergic bowel conditions

Nutritional Disorders

Malnutrition and growth failure
Feeding difficulties and tube feeding requirements
Monitoring of total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
Weight management in underweight and overweight children

Hepatology and Liver Care

Acute and chronic liver disease
Biliary atresia and metabolic liver disorders
Pre- and post-liver transplant management
Jaundice and related complications

Emergency and Specialised Cases

Gastrointestinal bleeding and haematemesis
Blood in stools (melena)
Foreign body ingestion
Severe dehydration from diarrhoea or vomiting

Advanced Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services

SEHA Tawam Hospital combines advanced technology with clinical expertise to deliver state-of-the-art care in paediatric gastroenterology:

Endoscopic Procedures

Diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower endoscopies, polyp removal, management of bleeding, and percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) insertion.

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT)

Emerging therapy for recurrent Clostridium difficile infections and other resistant gut conditions.

Biologic Therapy for IBD

Use of targeted biologics and monoclonal antibodies for the management of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Comprehensive Nutrition Services

Individualised plans for enteral and parenteral nutrition, with close monitoring of growth and development.

Specialised Post-Transplant Care

Dedicated follow-up programmes for children who have undergone liver and intestinal transplants, ensuring safe recovery and long-term health outcomes.

Meet Our Experts

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The Paediatric Gastroenterology team at SEHA Tawam Hospital consists of internationally trained consultants, subspecialists, and experienced nursing staff who are committed to providing world-class digestive healthcare for children. Our specialists bring expertise in both medical and surgical gastroenterology, advanced endoscopy, hepatology, and nutrition, working in close collaboration with dietitians, transplant physicians, and critical care experts. Every child is assessed with a tailored plan that combines cutting-edge medical science with compassionate, family-centred care. The shared mission of the team is to ensure that children not only receive accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, but also experience comfort, dignity, and holistic support throughout their healthcare journey.