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Pediatric Gastroenterology at SKMC





    Comprehensive Care for Gastrointestinal, Liver, and Nutritional Disorders in Children

    The Pediatric Gastroenterology Division at SKMC provides advanced diagnosis and management for children and adolescents with a wide range of gastrointestinal, liver, and nutritional disorders. The division offers a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring individualized care for complex conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, and feeding disorders. With a focus on innovative treatment options and advanced diagnostic techniques, SKMC remains at the forefront of pediatric gastroenterological care in the region.

    Comprehensive Care for Gastrointestinal,
    Why SKMC?

    Why SKMC?

    SKMC brings together pediatric gastroenterologists, hepatologists, clinical dietitians, GI nurse coordinators, and pharmacists to provide integrated and comprehensive care.

    SKMC is one of the few centers providing specialized post-liver and small bowel transplant care, ensuring seamless follow-up and optimal patient outcomes.

    Offering a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including specialized interventions such as fecal microbiota transplantation.

    SKMC continuously enhances its services to meet the growing demand for pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology care, with a 31% increase in service utilization over the past three years.

    The division ensures round-the-clock availability for managing complex gastrointestinal cases, including emergencies and critical care consultations.

    Our Expertise

    Gastrointestinal Disorders

    • Abdominal Pain and Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
    • Chronic Constipation and Diarrhea
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Including Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
    • Pancreatic Disorders (Acute and Chronic Pancreatitis)
    Gastrointestinal Disorders

    Nutritional Disorders

    • Nutritional Deficiencies and Malnutrition
    • Underweight and Overweight Conditions
    • Feeding Disorders and Tube Feeding
    • Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Support and Monitoring
    Nutritional Disorders

    Hepatology and Liver Disorders

    • Acute and Chronic Liver Disease
    • Pre- and Post-Liver Transplant Care
    • Biliary Atresia and Metabolic Liver Disorders
    Hepatology and Liver Disorders

    Transplant Services

    • Comprehensive Post-Liver and Small Bowel Transplant Care
    • Long-Term Monitoring and Management of Transplant-Associated Complications
    Transplant Services

    Specialized Procedures and Services

    • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopies
    • Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT)
    • Pre- and Post-Endoscopy Care
    Specialized Procedures and Services

    Innovations and Advanced Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services

    Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT)

    Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT)

    A specialized service to treat recurrent Clostridium difficile infections and other emerging indications.

    Comprehensive Endoscopic Services

    Comprehensive Endoscopic Services

    SKMC provides a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures, ensuring precise diagnosis and timely intervention.

    Home Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Monitoring

    Home Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Monitoring

    Providing close monitoring and support for children receiving home TPN, ensuring safety and nutritional adequacy.

    Biologic Therapy for IBD

    Biologic Therapy for IBD

    Administration of monoclonal antibodies and other biologics through intravenous infusions to manage complex inflammatory bowel diseases.

    Specialized Pre- and Post-Transplant Care

    Specialized Pre- and Post-Transplant Care

    A structured approach to managing children before and after liver and intestinal transplants, ensuring optimal outcomes.

    Meet Our Experts

    Dr. Mohamad Said Nouh

    Dr. Mohamad Said Nouh

    Consultant Physician

    Dr. Mahmood Ahmad

    Dr. Mahmood Ahmad

    Specialist Physician

    Dr. Faisal Fayyaz

    Dr. Faisal Fayyaz

    Consultant Physician

    Dr. Mohamad Said Nouh

    Dr. Mohamad Said Nouh

    Consultant Physician

    Dr. Mahmood Ahmad

    Dr. Mahmood Ahmad

    Specialist Physician

    Dr. Faisal Fayyaz

    Dr. Faisal Fayyaz

    Consultant Physician