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Shaun Michael Kunisaki, MD MSC
- Robert and Jane Meyerhoff Professor
- Professor of Pediatric Surgery
Expertise: Pediatric General Surgery
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Kenneth Ng, DO
- Director of Endoscopy
- Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Expertise: Pediatric Gastroenterology
Pediatric Esophageal Center
The Pediatric Esophageal Center specializes in treatment of the full spectrum of esophageal disorders in infants and children, including esophageal atresia, tracheoesophageal fistula, caustic injuries, achalasia and congenital esophageal stenosis. Our specialists have treated patients from all over the country and from around the world. Because every child’s esophageal problem is unique, our goal is to develop a customized treatment plan specific to the patient's needs.
Our Team
Cathy Baldino, N.P.
Clinical Coordinator, Pediatric Esophageal Center
Areas of Expertise
- Achalasia
- Advanced endoscopy
- Caustic ingestion
- Congenital esophageal stenosis
- Eosinophilic esophagitis
- Esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula
- Esophageal duplication cysts
- Esophageal replacement
- Esophagogastric disconnect
- External traction repair (Foker technique)
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Long-gap esophageal atresia
- Recurrent tracheoesophageal fistula
- Tracheomalacia
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.
A Multidisciplinary Approach
Each patient receives a comprehensive evaluation by providers working together in a multidisciplinary team. Our specialists are leading national experts in a variety of disciplines, including:
- general pediatric surgery
- gastroenterology
- otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat)
- anesthesiology
- radiology
We use the latest technologies and minimally invasive surgical techniques when appropriate.
Contact Us
Cathy Baldino, N.P.
Clinical Coordinator of the Pediatric Esophageal Center
443-287-1853
[email protected]