Author: Manisha “Mona” Dave, MD Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Fatty liver disease in children, known as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a slow process that occurs over time as fat builds up in the liver. Ultimately, the excess fat leads to damage of the liver, then scarring or fibrosis of the liver, and...

Currently, there is no cure for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), but together we can Take Steps to Find a Cure! Nearly one in every 200 Americans is living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, so chances are you have a friend, family member, or co-worker connected...

The Zika virus outbreak has been all over the news. Zika is a virus that is spread by the bite of a certain type of mosquito. Zika virus infection does not usually affect the digestive system, but there has been evidence linking Zika virus to...

The Mission of the Gluten Free & Allergen Friendly Expo is dedicated to meeting the needs of the celiac community, those with gluten and food sensitivities, auto-immune/inflammatory diseases, and autism. The public is helped through vendor expositions, educational sessions, and online resources. The manufacturers are...