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Gastroenterology & Liver Practice Clinic

The Pediatric Gastroenterology and Liver Clinic at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital offers diagnosis and treatment to infants, children and teens with digestive, nutritional and liver disorders.

We treat a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Acute and chronic hepatitis
  • Acute and chronic inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
  • Diarrheal disorders
  • Feeding problems and swallowing disorders
  • Functional gastrointestinal disorders
  • Gastroesophageal reflux
  • Inherited metabolic and immunological defects
  • Intestinal failure
  • Liver failure requiring artificial liver support or liver transplant
  • Malabsorption disorders such as celiac disease and cystic fibrosis
  • Motility disorders
  • Short bowel syndrome

A pediatric registered dietitian and nutritionist is available to provide consultation regarding special diets and feeding regimens for feeding, gastrointestinal or liver problems.

Request an Appointment

You'll need a referral from your child's pediatrician or specialist to make an appointment. Once you have the referral, please call the number below.

Getting Here

Gastroenterology and Liver
400 Parnassus Ave., Second Floor
San Francisco, CA 94143
Phone: (415) 353-2813
Fax: (415) 476-1343

Hours: Monday
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday
8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Wednesday and Friday
1 – 5 p.m.

What to Bring

  • Health insurance information including authorizations or referrals
  • List of prescription medications and dosages
  • List of medications that you're allergic to
  • List of questions you may have
  • Recent test results related to your condition
  • Paper and pencil to take notes

Last updated July 14, 2010

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