
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 Pica. 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 Pica.
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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
North State Medical Center PA
Patrick Godwin is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Roxboro, North Carolina. Dr. Godwin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Godwin is currently accepting new patients.
Carrboro Pediatrics And Internal Medicine PA
Kerith Lawrence is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Carrboro, North Carolina. Dr. Lawrence is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. Her top areas of expertise are Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), Progeria, Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch Syndrome, and Werner Syndrome. Dr. Lawrence is currently accepting new patients.
Duke Children's Health Center Neurosurgery Clinic
Pediatric Neurosurgery became my chosen path due to a combination of firsthand experiences and a profound desire to make a difference in the lives of children. I love the variety of cases and am fascinated with embryology and congenital malformations. I specialize in brain tumors, spinal cord tumors, tethered cord, myelomeningocele, Chiari malformation, hydrocephalus, congenital malformations, and minimally invasive techniques using neuro-endoscopy. I am dual trained, completing an enfolded skull base fellowship and a pediatric neurosurgery fellowship. I firmly believe that being a compassionate and empathetic doctor is as crucial as possessing excellent surgical skills. My personal experience of losing my own child has deepened my understanding of the emotional and psychological challenges that parents face when their child is dealing with a serious medical condition. This unique perspective has inspired me to be more than just a surgeon; it has motivated me to be a source of support, understanding, and solace for parents during their difficult journeys. In addition to being a neurosurgeon, I am a wife and a mother who loves reading, jigsaw puzzles, traveling, and spending time with my wonderful husband and children. Dr. Jenson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pica. Her top areas of expertise are Increased Intracranial Pressure, Brain Tumor, Cerebral Cavernous Malformation, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Thrombectomy.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- 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.

