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Experts in pediatric gastroenterology (GI), hepatology and nutrition

The Digestive Health Institute at Children's Hospital Colorado provides high quality, comprehensive care from board-certified experts in esophageal, intestinal, liver, pancreatic and nutritional disorders of children. Our specialists are nationally recognized for their expertise and innovation and are skilled in the most up-to-date and innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for kids. Whether your child is facing a common digestive complaint or a more serious condition, we have the experience and expertise to treat them.

Digestive Health Institute physicians provide consultation to community physicians for many common GI problems of childhood, such as recurrent abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea, vomiting and constipation, and for complex and rare disorders. We work closely with primary care providers to provide a timely evaluation and diagnosis and initiate the appropriate treatment plan.

We are dedicated to providing family-centered care, which means we involve you and your child in all decision making. We are actively involved in a variety of state-of-the-art clinical and translational research studies to advance the health and care of children with GI and liver diseases and find cures for future generations.

Get to know our pediatric experts.

Alyssa Goldberg, MD

Alyssa Goldberg, MD

Gastroenterology - Pediatric, Pediatrics

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Allison Creager, FNP-BC

Allison Creager, FNP-BC

Certified Family Nurse Practitioner

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Jilayne Smith, CPNP-AC

Jilayne Smith, CPNP-AC

Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

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Thomas Walker, MD

Thomas Walker, MD

Gastroenterology - Pediatric

Children's Colorado in the news

  • Healio
    Eosinophilic esophagitis presentation, care vary by race, socioeconomics in children
    August 23, 2023

    The study compared 2,117 children (68.2% boys) with EoE seen at Children’s Hospital Colorado between Jan. 1, 2009, and Dec. 31, 2020, with the hospital’s global population.

  • Forbes
    Best Formula For Gassy Babies
    August 02, 2023

    While most babies tolerate traditional cow’s milk-based formula, some infants need one with more gentle ingredients. Fortunately, there are formulas out there that may prove beneficial for babies dealing with gassiness or other uncomfortable digestive symptoms.