Our department has a special interest in paediatric gastroenterology and hepatology which is carried out under the guidance of Consultant Paediatrician Prof. Shaman Rajindrajith.

We have a well trained staff to look after children who suffer from constipation and various other functional gastrointestinal disorders.

In addition we are the only specialised unit providing care for children with inflammatory bowel disease in the country.

Our expertise also includes helping neurologically handicapped children with feeding difficulties. Insertion of percutaneous gastrostomy tubes via endoscopy is also taken place at the unit.

Furthermore, we treat children with complex liver disorders in collaboration with the team of adult hepatologists Dr. Anuradha Dassanayake and Dr. M.A. Niriella. The unit conduct specialized liver clinic in collaboration with experts of paediatic hepatology from India.

Endoscopic facilities for children are also available in the ward setup.

Appointments for gastroenterology care can be made simply by calling the following numbers,

Colombo North Teaching Hospital - +94 11 22959261

University Paediatric Unit

Services

	Gastroenterology Services
	Liver Services