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Pediatric Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction

Contact number | 202-476-2656

Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction provides leading-edge diagnosis and treatment for every type of colorectal disorder that can occur in infants, children and adolescents, from the most common to the most complex. Our division integrates all of the specialties necessary to provide complete care to children with complex conditions of the colon.

Conditions We Treat

Our commitment to improving the quality of life for children with pediatric colorectal conditions is shown through a seamless and personalized continuum of care—from diagnosis to treatment, all the way through rehabilitation and aftercare.

Our Unique Approach to Pediatric Colorectal Disorders

Our division is led by world-renowned pediatric colorectal surgeon, Marc Levitt, M.D., who has expertise in treating the full spectrum of pediatric colorectal conditions and has performed over 10,000 surgeries—more than any other surgeon trained in pediatric colorectal surgery worldwide. Learn more about Dr. Levitt and our new Division of Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction.

Our collaborative approach offers treatment from experts across multiple medical disciplines, including:

Colorectal surgeons Gastroenterologists Gynecologists Neurosurgeons Nurses Nutritionists Orthopedic surgeons Urologists Radiologists

Our medical team discusses individual patient cases during weekly conferences to create a customized treatment plan that addresses each child’s unique needs. Our surgeons are accustomed to performing multiple, complex procedures at the same. Parents and families work closely with our specialists to receive education about their child’s colorectal disorder, discuss diagnostic and treatment options and engage in a shared decision-making process. Learn how you can help your child prepare for surgical procedures (PDF).

Getting Ready for Your First Appointment?

To streamline the process, we strongly encourage that you complete our intake form. Once your child’s medical records have been received, we will review their information and contact you to schedule an appointment.

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Ask Dr. Levitt About Your Child's Diagnosis

Was your newborn child recently diagnosed with an anorectal malformation, imperforate anus, cloaca or Hirschsprung disease? If so, Marc Levitt, M.D., is here to provide answers to your questions.

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Integrated Care

Our multidisciplinary Division of Pediatric Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction integrates services across all the specialties that provide care for colorectal conditions in children. Colorectal procedures are often combined with urologic and gynecologic procedures to minimize the amount of surgeries a child may require.

Why Choose Us for Pediatric Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction?

As the only pediatric colorectal and pelvic reconstructive program in the nation with this level of expertise, there are many reasons to choose Children’s National for your child’s treatment and care. In addition to our integrated team, we offer:

Access to the most experienced and renowned pediatric colorectal specialists in the field.
Exceptional surgical expertise for even the most complex colorectal disorders.
Dedicated, compassionate nurses who are specially-trained in caring for patients with complex pediatric colorectal disorders.
The latest advanced diagnostic and surgical treatment, using minimally invasive techniques.
A comprehensive Bowel Management Program to help achieve optimal bowel function.

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Contact Us

For questions about Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction or to schedule an in-person appointment or telehealth visit, please call 202-476-2656 or email us.

Bowel Management Program

We offer a comprehensive Bowel Management Program that provides customized treatment for children who experience fecal incontinence.

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Caring for Your Child's Colorectal Disorder

Learn how to care for your child from diagnosis to treatment, all the way through long-term aftercare.

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Stella's Story

Anorectal Malformations

little girl on hospital bed eating pancakes

When she and her twin sister were born in 2019, Stella was diagnosed with an anorectal malformation. Her surgeon in Greece recommended that the family see international expert Marc Levitt, M.D., and his team for the surgery, due to his vast experience in repairing challenging cases like Stella’s.

Stella's Story

Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction Team

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Marc Levitt
Chief, Division of Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction
Program Director, Pediatric Colorectal Research Fellowship
Andrea Badillo
Director, Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction
Associate Program Director, Pediatric Colorectal Research Fellowship
Surgeon
Julie Choueiki
Program Manager, Colorectal & Pelvic Reconstruction
Anil Darbari
Director, Motility
Gastroenterologist
Shikib Mostamand
Gastroenterologist
Veronica Gomez-Lobo
Director, Positive Reevaluation of Urogenital Differences (PROUD) Clinic
Director, Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologist
Lauren Damle
Surgeon
Gynecologist
Tazim Dowlut-McElroy
Gynecologist
Allison Mayhew
Gynecologist
Robert Keating
Division Chief, Neurosurgery
John Myseros
Vice Chief, Neurosurgery
Neurosurgeon
Hans Pohl
Division Chief, Urology
Urologist
Co-director, Spina Bifida Program
Christina Ho
Urologist
Co-director, Spina Bifida Program
Briony Varda
Urologist
Co-director, Spina Bifida Program
Christina Feng
Surgeon
Lindsay Clarke
Physician Assistant
Tara Garbarino
Nurse Practitioner
Lindsay Pesacreta
Nurse Practitioner
Katherine Worst
Nurse Practitioner
Cassie do Carmo
Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Justine Gagnon
Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Kenia Hall
Ambulatory Nurse Case Manager
Meghan Mesa
Nurse Clinical Coordinator
Sophie Pestieau
Associate Chief, Clinical Affairs
Medical Director, Center for Surgical Care
Anesthesiologist
Acute Pain Specialist
Giuliana Geng-Ramos
Medical Director, Pre-Operative Care Clinic and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Anesthesiologist
Maria Almira-Suarez
Neuropathologist
Dragos Luca
Director, Hematopathology
Pathologist
Elena Puscasiu
Pathologist
Christopher Rossi
Medical Director, Pathology
Program Director, Pediatric Pathology Fellowship Program
Maegan Shuler
Physician Assistant
Shannon Swickard
Physician Assistant
Monica Vu
Physician Assistant
Grace Ma
Radiologist
Karun Sharma
Director, Interventional Radiology
Ranjith Vellody
Interventional Radiologist
Bhupender Yadav
Interventional Radiologist
Tamador Al-Shamaileh
Colorectal Surgical Fellow
Rodrigo Mon
Colorectal Surgical Fellow
Elise McKenna
Colorectal Surgical Fellow
Kibi Williams
Colorectal Surgical Fellow
June K. Amling
Advanced Practice Nurse
Eliana Maldonado
Nurse
Jacqueline Newton
Director, Medical and Surgical Nursing
Ginger Winder
Nurse
Kisha Bostic
Insurance Preauthorization Specialist
Wendy Lee
Surgical Coordinator
Stephanie Locke
Surgical Coordinator
Ivon Martinez
Program Coordinator
Mara Mercer
Program Associate
Laura Gepford
Child Life Specialist
Rachel Jones
Manager, Child Life Services
Child Life Specialist
Taytum Joy Orshan
Child Life Specialist
Laura Thackeray
Child Life Specialist