Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Get expert, personalized care for Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and very early onset inflammatory bowel disease (VEO IBD).

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Second Opinion

Trusted Care for Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis—Built Around Your Child

When your child is diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), it can feel overwhelming. You may have questions about symptoms, treatment and what life will look like next. We are here to guide you with clear answers and steady support.

Our team cares for children and teens with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and very early onset inflammatory bowel disease (VEO-IBD). We care for over 1,200 patients each year. As a high-volume center, we combine experience, advanced research and a personalized plan to help your child feel better and stay well.

Why Choose Cincinnati Children’s Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center?

Team-based care that brings gastroenterology, hepatology, clinical pharmacology, nutrition, colorectal, radiology and behavioral medicine together for one clear plan.
Dedicated nurse coordinator who becomes your single point of contact after your first visit.
Innovative research and clinical trials led by investigators who bring new treatments directly to patients.
Second opinions available in person or through secure records review for families across the Midwest.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Expertise and Support

Nationally Ranked Pediatric Care

Cincinnati Children’s is ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for more than 15 years. Our Gastroenterology and GI Surgery programs are ranked number 1 in the nation in the 2025-26 list of Best Children’s Hospitals published by U.S. News & World Report. Families choose us because they want care at a top-ranked pediatric center.

Innovative Treatments and Research Access

Our center leads investigator-initiated clinical trials that move quickly from research into patient care. This means your child may have access to new therapies not widely available elsewhere.

We also offer therapeutic endoscopy and personalized medication dosing. These tools help us match treatment to your child’s specific needs.

Coordinated, Whole-Child Care

IBD affects more than the digestive tract. We look at nutrition, growth, mental health and daily life.

Our team-based care model includes dietitians, colorectal specialists, clinical pharmacology, behavioral medicine and other experts. We meet regularly to review complex cases and align on one clear plan.

Families also value our dedicated nurse coordinators. After your first visit, the nurses help manage questions, symptoms and follow-up care.

Convenient Access Across the Region

We offer visits at multiple regional locations and provide telehealth for many follow-up appointments. About 40% of our patients come from outside the Greater Cincinnati area.

Our program coordinator helps families seeking second opinions by scheduling appointments, building an itinerary and answering questions before the first visit. We work closely with your child’s primary care provider to ensure smooth communication and ongoing support at home.

Proven Outcomes in a High-Volume Center

We care for over 1,200 children and teens with IBD each year. Despite our size, we maintain strong outcomes through ImproveCareNow (ICN), an international network focused on improving IBD results for children.

High volume, strong outcomes and personalized care mean your child receives experienced treatment designed to support long-term health.

Treatments and Services

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