Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Saint Louis University School of Medicine's Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology has a proven track record of excellent clinical care, education and research. Its faculty are nationally and internationally recognized experts whose research contributions have helped save thousands of lives.
Shaping the Future of Digestive Health
The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology seeks to establish itself as a global leader in digestive health — a position that will further its commitment to quality education, research and clinical care.
The division's work is rooted in the following goals:
- Driving advancements through research, clinical trials and quality improvement
- Cultivating diverse learning experiences and outreach events for the next generation of physicians, from medical students to postdoctoral fellows
- Fostering a clinical environment of collaboration, excellence and efficiency
Faculty members serve on a variety of boards and committees, including the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Board of Internal Medicine exam writing, and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy training. The entire team of professionals delivers state-of-the-art, compassionate care, and specialists continually advance their expertise to both shape the future of the field and benefit the patients they serve and cherish.
Gastroenterology and Hepatology Research
As a leading research center, the division is continually engaged in multicenter clinical trials and offers its patients access to the latest advances in clinical care. Division physicians specialize in diagnosing and treating liver diseases that range from the evaluation of fatty liver to hepatitis B to the management of severe, complicated, end-stage liver disease awaiting transplantation.
To learn about the department's clinical trials, speak with a research coordinator by calling the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Clinical Studies Unit at 314-977-9400.