Pediatric Esophageal Center
The Pediatric Esophageal Center at Johns Hopkins Children's Center specializes in treatment of the full spectrum of esophageal disorders in infants and children. Our specialists have treated patients from around the world, using the latest technologies and minimally invasive surgical techniques when appropriate.
Because every child’s esophageal problem is unique, our goal is to develop a customized treatment plan specific to their needs.
Conditions We Treat
- Achalasia
- Caustic ingestion
- Congenital esophageal stenosis
- Eosinophilic esophagitis
- Esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula
- Esophageal duplication cysts
- Esophageal duplication cysts
- Esophagogastric disconnect
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Recurrent tracheoesophageal fistula
- Tracheomalacia
Treatments We Offer
Esophageal Center Q&A with Dr. Shaun Kunisaki
Dr. Kunisaki discusses the types of disorders treated at the pediatric esophageal center, common procedures and what makes our center unique.
Our Team
General Pediatric Surgery

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Pediatric Otolaryngology

Clinical Coordinator
Cathy Baldino, N.P.

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