Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan
Overview
Dr. Hourigan is the Vice Chair of Research at Inova Children's Hospital. She completed her medical training at the University of Oxford and her pediatric residency and pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at Johns Hopkins before joining Inova. Dr. Hourigan’s research is focused on the intestinal microbiome (the trillions of bugs that live in our guts) and how it influences childhood health and disease. Her research studies examine the role of early microbiome development in health and disease and how manipulating the microbiome, including via fecal transplant and vaginal seeding, can improve future health. She is also a practicing pediatric gastroenterologist and works with children of all ages who have disorders of the intestines and nutrition, many of which have been associated with imbalances of the gut microbiome. Her dual role allows her to integrate clinical observation, clinical phenotyping and microbiome data to better understand the role of the microbiome in health and illness. For more information on microbiome research at Inova Children’s Hospital, please email microbiome@inova.org. Key.
Dr. Hourigan is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, Premature Infant, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 79 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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3023 Hamaker Ct, 400, Fairfax, VA 22031
22505 Landmark Ct, 225, Ashburn, VA 20148
8640 Sudley Rd, 200, Manassas, VA 20170
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan by calling their office at 703-876-2788. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan is classified as an Advanced expert for Obesity in Children, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan specialize in?
While Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan is a Pediatric Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan has published 79 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity in Children. You can view a list of Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan accept my insurance?
Dr. Suchitra K. Hourigan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 703-876-2788 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Hourigan isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
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- ColonoscopyDr. Hourigan isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- DiarrheaDr. Hourigan isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EndoscopyDr. Hourigan isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Leigh SyndromeDr. Hourigan isExperienced. Learn about Leigh Syndrome.
- Premature InfantDr. Hourigan isExperienced. Learn about Premature Infant.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Hourigan isExperienced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.