A doctor who has special training in diagnosing and treating disorders of the gastrointestinal (digestive) system in children. These disorders include problems in the stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, rectum, and anus. Pediatric gastroenterologists also treat children with feeding, swallowing, and nutritional problems, such as malnutrition, failure to thrive, and obesity.
( pee-dee-A-trik GAS-troh-EN-teh-RAH-loh-jist )
Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms
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