Paediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition

Preface

Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition at Dhaka Medical College started its journey from 5^th January 2021. A fair number of children are getting both inpatient and out patient services at regular basis. We are also performing pediatric upper GI Endoscopy, Colonoscopy and liver biopsy regularly.

To lead as the best pediatric gastrointestinal service center at the government level.
To act as the pioneer institute for teaching and research about the pediatric gastrointestinal, hepatic and nutritional problem – Educating and inspiring the next generation about pediatric gastroenterology and nutritional service.

Total number of Bed: 16

Distribution of bed in different ward:

Our Faculties

Our Staff

Departmental Activities

Patient care:

Inpatient services
- Inpatient care of admitted patients
- Evening round by faculties
Follow up
- Gastro patients :Sunday
- Hepatic patients : Thursday
Specialized outpatient service
Procedures:
- Pediatric Endoscopic and Colonoscopic procedures
  - Diagnostic: Biopsy
  - Therapeutic: FB removal, EVL etc.

- USG and USG guided procedures: Liver biopsy, Biopsy from intra-abdominal mass, Aspiration of abscess of liver and spleen
- Pleural and ascitic fluid draw

Nutritional Care
- Therapeutic diet chart
- Breast feeding counseling and problem management
Outpatient care at Specialized clinic

Academic Activities:

Under graduate : MBBS

Placement of 3^rd year students for 2 weeks.
IMCI and IYCF
Common Gastroentestinal and Hepatological problems learning for 5^th year students
Lecture and clinical classes
Small group discussion

Post graduate Courses: MD Residency, Non Residency, FCPS Course, DCH

Academic Activities during block posting

Clinical Activities

Training Facility

Facilities of post graduate FCPS training on Paediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition approved by BCPS since September, 2023.

Monthly Reporting Cases:

Severe Acute Malnutrition