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Arkansas Children's Hospital
General Information 501-364-1100
Arkansas Children's Northwest
General Information 479-725-6800

Gastroenterology
Arkansas Children’s Gastroenterology provides a full range of pediatric services, including the region’s only aerodigestive clinic, complex endoscopy team, and neurogastroenterology and motility services.
General Information: 501-364-4000
Pediatric Gastrointestinal Specialty Care
Arkansas Children's hospitals and clinics offer specialized, child-friendly care for digestive disorders. Our team of expert pediatric gastroenterologists can help your child with healthy weight gain and feeding, screen for possible conditions such as Crohn's or celiac disease, and guide your family in managing chronic digestive issues.
With locations throughout the state, Arkansas Children’s provides convenient access to pediatric gastroenterology specialists without the need for long drives.
Gastroenterology and GI Surgery Outcomes
Arkansas Children’s Gastroenterology provides a full range of pediatric services, including the region’s only aerodigestive clinic, complex endoscopy team, and neurogastroenterology and motility services.
By the Numbers
- 431 Patients treated for eosinophilic esophagitis
- 34 Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedures
- 38 Esophageal dilations
- 95% of patients treated for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- 0.1% of patients receiving endoscopic procedures with severe complications
“By the Numbers” data for CY23, in line with the latest USNWR Survey, unless otherwise noted.
Gastroenterology Service Chief
Meet the Team
Our gastroenterologists provide the highest-quality care for patients with gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, pancreatic and nutritional problems.
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Jennifer Dotson, MD
Gastroenterology (GI)
Little Rock, Springdale -
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Sonya Morton, CNP
Gastroenterology (GI)
Little Rock, Springdale -
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Victoria Renk, CNP
Gastroenterology (GI)
Little Rock, Springdale -
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Prateek Wali, MD
Gastroenterology (GI)
Little Rock, Springdale
Related Services
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Eosinophilic Disorders Clinic
The Eosinophilic Disorders Clinic treats children with confirmed or suspected eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders who need a multispecialty approach involving allergy, gastroenterology, and nutrition.
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Infusion Department
The infusion department at Arkansas Children’s Northwest offers a wide range of treatments, including treatment for cancer, gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatology concerns, genetic conditions, and more.
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Gastroenterology (GI) Lab
The Gastroenterology (GI) Lab is a procedural lab conducting sedated and unsedated tests on patients with gastrointestinal complaints.
Locations
Note: This clinic is available to your child by physician referral. Talk with your child's physician and tell them you would like to be referred to Arkansas Children's.
- To refer to Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock, call the Appointment Center at 501-364-4000.
- To refer to Arkansas Children's Northwest in Springdale, call the scheduling line at 479-725-6995.
- To refer to ACH Jonesboro Clinic, call 870-336-2175.
If your child does not have a regular physician, please call 501-364-4000, and we will be happy to recommend one in your area.
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Arkansas Children's Northwest
2601 Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762
479-725-6800
View Location -
ACH Jonesboro Clinic
ACH Jonesboro Clinic
520 Carson Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
870-336-2175
View Location
Traveling to Arkansas Children's?
The Regional Care Center helps families traveling from another state or country receive world-class pediatric care before, during and after your stay.
Learn more about the Regional Care CenterBlogs
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Blog
Who to See If Your Child’s GI Symptoms Won’t Go Away
Arkansas Children's Neurogastroenterology and Motility Program focuses on diagnosing and treating chronic GI issues in children. Our team understands the challenges of gut-brain interaction disorders, offers innovative diagnostic methods and provides a multidisciplinary approach to management.
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Blog
Finding a Best Friend: Arkansas Children’s Patients Bond Over Short Bowel Syndrome
Emerson Sikes and Yazmine Sadler, both 9, share a special friendship bonded by their experiences with pediatric short bowel syndrome. The rare condition allows them to understand each other and support one another in a unique way. Their moms, both employees at Arkansas Children's, said their friendship is inspiring.
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Blog
Allergies + Chronic GI Issues?
Arkansas Children's Hospital has been helping children with rare eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorder (EGID) allergies for over a decade. Transnasal endoscopies, which don't require sedation, make the experience easier for children.
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Blog
An Inside Look at Pediatric Endoscopies at Arkansas Children’s
Learn how a love for video games translated into pediatric endoscopies at Arkansas Children's.
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Blog
Breaking Down the Nutritional Benefits of Dairy
It's no secret: milk is part of a healthy lifestyle. Discover how dairy's nutrients can boost your child's health, from strong bones to disease defense.
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Blog
Champion Series: Delivering Food and Patient Safety
Learn what a day for Arkansas Children's Northwest team member, Diana Toche, looks like as a patient food host.
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Blog
ACNW Expands GI Services
Arkansas Children’s Northwest (ACNW) has expanded its full-time pediatric gastroenterology team to help make the kids of northwest Arkansas better today and healthier tomorrow.
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Blog
Staying Hydrated in the Summer Heat
Arkansas Children's experts share their tips and tricks for children to stay hydrated during the summer heat. Learn more about how to keep your child safe.
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Blog
How to Read a Nutrition Label
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) created the black and white rectangle label as a guide to help consumers make informed food choices that contribute to healthier eating habits.
Conditions
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Conditions
Pediatric Gastrointestinal Specialty Care
Arkansas Children's hospitals and clinics offer specialized, child-friendly care for digestive disorders. Our team of expert pediatric gastroenterologists can help your child with healthy weight gain and feeding, screen for possible conditions such as Crohn's or celiac disease, and guide your family in managing chronic digestive issues.
With locations throughout the state, Arkansas Children’s provides convenient access to pediatric gastroenterology specialists without the need for long drives.
Gastroenterology and GI Surgery Outcomes
Arkansas Children’s Gastroenterology provides a full range of pediatric services, including the region’s only aerodigestive clinic, complex endoscopy team, and neurogastroenterology and motility services.
By the Numbers
- 431 Patients treated for eosinophilic esophagitis
- 34 Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedures
- 38 Esophageal dilations
- 95% of patients treated for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- 0.1% of patients receiving endoscopic procedures with severe complications
“By the Numbers” data for CY23, in line with the latest USNWR Survey, unless otherwise noted.
Gastroenterology Service Chief
Meet the Team
Our gastroenterologists provide the highest-quality care for patients with gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, pancreatic and nutritional problems.
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-
-
-
-
-
-
Jennifer Dotson, MD
Gastroenterology (GI)
Little Rock, Springdale -
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-
-
Sonya Morton, CNP
Gastroenterology (GI)
Little Rock, Springdale -
-
-
Victoria Renk, CNP
Gastroenterology (GI)
Little Rock, Springdale -
-
-
Prateek Wali, MD
Gastroenterology (GI)
Little Rock, Springdale
Related Services
-
Eosinophilic Disorders Clinic
The Eosinophilic Disorders Clinic treats children with confirmed or suspected eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders who need a multispecialty approach involving allergy, gastroenterology, and nutrition.
-
Infusion Department
The infusion department at Arkansas Children’s Northwest offers a wide range of treatments, including treatment for cancer, gastrointestinal disorders, rheumatology concerns, genetic conditions, and more.
-
Gastroenterology (GI) Lab
The Gastroenterology (GI) Lab is a procedural lab conducting sedated and unsedated tests on patients with gastrointestinal complaints.
Locations
Note: This clinic is available to your child by physician referral. Talk with your child's physician and tell them you would like to be referred to Arkansas Children's.
- To refer to Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock, call the Appointment Center at 501-364-4000.
- To refer to Arkansas Children's Northwest in Springdale, call the scheduling line at 479-725-6995.
- To refer to ACH Jonesboro Clinic, call 870-336-2175.
If your child does not have a regular physician, please call 501-364-4000, and we will be happy to recommend one in your area.
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Arkansas Children's Northwest
2601 Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762
479-725-6800
View Location -
ACH Jonesboro Clinic
ACH Jonesboro Clinic
520 Carson Street
Jonesboro, AR 72401
870-336-2175
View Location
Traveling to Arkansas Children's?
The Regional Care Center helps families traveling from another state or country receive world-class pediatric care before, during and after your stay.
Learn more about the Regional Care CenterBlogs
-
Blog
Who to See If Your Child’s GI Symptoms Won’t Go Away
Arkansas Children's Neurogastroenterology and Motility Program focuses on diagnosing and treating chronic GI issues in children. Our team understands the challenges of gut-brain interaction disorders, offers innovative diagnostic methods and provides a multidisciplinary approach to management.
-
Blog
Finding a Best Friend: Arkansas Children’s Patients Bond Over Short Bowel Syndrome
Emerson Sikes and Yazmine Sadler, both 9, share a special friendship bonded by their experiences with pediatric short bowel syndrome. The rare condition allows them to understand each other and support one another in a unique way. Their moms, both employees at Arkansas Children's, said their friendship is inspiring.
-
Blog
Allergies + Chronic GI Issues?
Arkansas Children's Hospital has been helping children with rare eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorder (EGID) allergies for over a decade. Transnasal endoscopies, which don't require sedation, make the experience easier for children.
-
Blog
An Inside Look at Pediatric Endoscopies at Arkansas Children’s
Learn how a love for video games translated into pediatric endoscopies at Arkansas Children's.
-
Blog
Breaking Down the Nutritional Benefits of Dairy
It's no secret: milk is part of a healthy lifestyle. Discover how dairy's nutrients can boost your child's health, from strong bones to disease defense.
-
Blog
Champion Series: Delivering Food and Patient Safety
Learn what a day for Arkansas Children's Northwest team member, Diana Toche, looks like as a patient food host.
-
Blog
ACNW Expands GI Services
Arkansas Children’s Northwest (ACNW) has expanded its full-time pediatric gastroenterology team to help make the kids of northwest Arkansas better today and healthier tomorrow.
-
Blog
Staying Hydrated in the Summer Heat
Arkansas Children's experts share their tips and tricks for children to stay hydrated during the summer heat. Learn more about how to keep your child safe.
-
Blog
How to Read a Nutrition Label
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) created the black and white rectangle label as a guide to help consumers make informed food choices that contribute to healthier eating habits.
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