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Pediatric Dysphagia

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Gastrointestinal Motility Treatment at Children's National Hospital

Children’s National is one of the few pediatric centers in the country to offer specialized care for motility and functional gastrointestinal disorders impacting your child’s digestive tract. Discover more about the treatment we offer.

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Providers Who Treat Dysphagia

    Departments that Treat Dysphagia

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    Pediatric Aerodigestive Clinic

    Our Aerodigestive Clinic provide specialized care for children with airway problems and feeding disorders.

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    Comprehensive Motility Program

    The Motility Program works to help treat a number of motility issues impacting your child's digestive tract, including abdominal pain, aspirating, constipation and incontinence. Learn more about our Comprehensive Motility Program.

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    Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition

    Our gastroenterology experts provide expert diagnosis and treatments for children with digestive, liver and nutrition disorders.