
Overview
In pediatric gastroenterology, we see children of all ages with disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. This can include disorders of the esophagus (food tube), stomach, pancreas, liver, gall bladder, small intestine, large intestine, and rectum. I have a particular interest in caring for children with disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), such as irritable bowel syndrome and functional dyspepsia. DGBI in children may be associated with chronic abdominal pain and meal-related symptoms. I also have a particular interest in caring for children with motility disorders. These include disorders such as esophageal achalasia, gastroparesis, intestinal pseudo-obstruction, and severe constipation. Pediatric gastroenterologists at Duke collaborate with several specialty colleagues in areas such as pediatric surgery, physical therapy, psychology, otolaryngology, and pulmonology to provide cutting-edge clinical care. We also educate pediatric gastroenterology trainees and lead academic innovation through quality initiatives and research to improve pediatric digestive health.
Dr. Pedro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroparesis, Indigestion, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 103 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has co-authored 2 articles in the study of Bowel Incontinence.
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Locations
4709 Creekstone Dr, Durham, NC 27703
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
3 Clinical Trials
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center
I look forward to going to work at Duke Health every day. I get the opportunity to help others while doing work that is stimulating and challenging each and every day. My practice covers all surgical and medical aspects of pediatric urology. Common surgical problems are correction of hypospadias, undescended testes, vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary obstruction. Medical issues include incontinence and urinary tract infections. Urological care of spina bifida is another large area of my focus. As a surgeon, I am able to use my hands and harness the creative parts of my mind toward that goal. Working with children is a joy and keeps me young and on my toes. Having three children of my own keeps me grounded and makes me individualize the plan for each patient as I would want for my own child. I feel fortunate to be at Duke where I am surrounded by brilliant colleagues and curious students. This stimulation drives me to strive to be my best and to conduct research that will benefit my own patients and similar children worldwide. Dr. Wiener is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Myelomeningocele, Neurogenic Bladder, Neurogenic Bowel, Lithotripsy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.
Duke Children's Health Center Urology Clinic
I treat children with disorders of the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and genitalia. My particular specialties are treating children with urologic cancer, disorders of sex differentiation, complex birth defects, hypospadias, kidney stones, bladder/bowel dysfunction and incontinence, and spina bifida. My top priority is to find the most effective and least invasive treatment option for every child and every family I see. I have advanced fellowship training in robotic and minimally-invasive surgery, so I am able to offer this option to children who might benefit from a less-invasive surgery. I am a member of the American Urological Association, the Society for Pediatric Urology, the Society for Fetal Urology, and the Children's Oncology Group. Dr. Routh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. His top areas of expertise are Neurogenic Bowel, Neurogenic Bladder, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.
Prathipa Santhanam is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Pediatrics provider in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Dr. Santhanam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bowel Incontinence. Her top areas of expertise are Delayed Growth, Lactose Intolerance, Encopresis, and Eosinophilic Esophagitis. Dr. Santhanam is currently accepting new patients.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- GastroparesisDr. Pedro isElite. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Distinguished
- IndigestionDr. Pedro isDistinguished. Learn about Indigestion.
- Advanced
- DiarrheaDr. Pedro isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EndoscopyDr. Pedro isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Pedro isAdvanced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- MalabsorptionDr. Pedro isAdvanced. Learn about Malabsorption.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Pedro isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Pedro isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Pedro isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Cardiofaciocutaneous SyndromeDr. Pedro isExperienced. Learn about Cardiofaciocutaneous Syndrome.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Pedro isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Chronic PainDr. Pedro isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pain.


