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Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Specialized care for gastrointestinal, pancreas and liver conditions

The Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology advances the understanding, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of gastrointestinal and liver disease through patient care, education and research.

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New and existing patients can schedule by phone using these numbers:
For care in Maryland: 410-933-7495
For care in DC: 202-660-5555
International patients: +1-410-502-7683 or fill out a form

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Top Ranked

The Johns Hopkins Hospital is ranked #6 in Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2024–25 Best Hospitals list.

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Care Where You Need ItCare Locations

The Johns Hopkins Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology offers outpatient and hospital-based care at several convenient locations throughout Maryland and the Washington, D.C. metro area.

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ResearchDNA Shed From Colon Cancers Into Bloodstream Guide Chemotherapy

Researchers led by members of the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and WEHI discovered a method to clarify the benefit of chemotherapy in stage II cancer patients. Using circulating tumor DNA in the bloodstream the team can identify patients who can most benefit from chemotherapy, sparing other patients from this form of treatment.

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ResearchJohns Hopkins Researchers Generate Lab-Grown Human Tissue Model for Food Tube Cancer

Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine say they have created a laboratory-grown three-dimensional "organoid" model that is derived from human tissue and designed to advance understanding about how early stages of cancer develop at the gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) — the point where the digestive system’s food tube meets the stomach.

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Image of human gastroesophageal junction-derived organoid, modified by dual-knockout of key tumor suppressor genes (TP53/CDKN2A) using CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing technology, which caused cells to become more cancerous. Photo courtesy of Stephen Meltzer, M.D.

Patient Stories

Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD) | Eileen’s Story

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TIF Procedure for GERD | Frank's Story

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Crohn's Disease | Amanda's Story

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Small Gifts Really Matter

Gifts of all sizes help the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology continue its ongoing efforts as a leader in innovative and compassionate treatment, groundbreaking research, and excellent surgical medical education. Contributions can be made in support of the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology or can be designated to benefit the work of a specific physician or particular area within the division.

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