Gastroenterology & GI Surgery
Leader in research and rated high-performing in gastroenterology & GI surgery and colon cancer surgery.
RESEARCH
Autistic Children More Likely to Experience Chronic GI Issues
UC Davis research shows that children with autism spectrum disorder have a higher likelihood of chronic gastrointestinal issues. The study examined patterns of stomach problems and their persistence over time. Findings highlight the importance of understanding these connections to improve overall care for affected children.
GI AND LIVER HEALTH
The Gift of Life: A Father and Son’s Transplant Journey
UC Davis Health surgeons performed a complex living donor liver transplant, where a son donated part of his liver to save his father. The multidisciplinary team coordinated advanced imaging, surgical planning, and post-operative care to ensure patient safety. This case highlights the collaboration required for living donor procedures.
Clinical Science
A Microbial Molecule That Restores Gut and Liver Health
UC Davis Health researchers have discovered that a natural molecule, 10-hydroxystearic acid (10-HSA), made by gut bacteria can reverse liver damage and repair the gut lining after aflatoxin exposure. The treatment may offer a new, non-toxic way to prevent and treat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
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Department of Internal Medicine
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology provides innovative tertiary care for managing complex gastrointestinal and liver diseases
Department of Surgery
- Division of Foregut, Metabolic and General Surgery is committed to metabolic research, surgical excellence, and novel techniques
- Division of Colorectal Surgery offers expert care for colorectal cancer and minimally invasive colorectal surgery
- Division of Transplant Surgery ensures that all transplant patients receive leading care for complex procedures with long-term follow up
- Division of Surgical Oncology specializes in treating gastrointestinal, liver, stomach and colorectal cancers
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Clinical Studies
The goal of clinical studies at UC Davis Health is to discover and share knowledge to advance health.
Awards and Recognitions
Ranked among the best in 6 specialties
A U.S. News & World Report best hospital in cancer care, cardiology, heart & vascular surgery, geriatrics, neurology & neurosurgery, orthopedics, and pulmonology & lung surgery.
Ranked high-performing in gastroenterology & GI surgery
U.S. News & World Report rated UC Davis Medical Center high-performing in gastroenterology & GI surgery.
Ranked high-performing in colon cancer surgery
U.S. News & World Report rated UC Davis Medical Center high-performing in colon cancer surgery.
World-class cancer care
One of ~59 U.S. cancer centers designated “comprehensive” by the National Cancer Institute.
The nation’s highest nursing honor
UC Davis Medical Center has received Magnet® recognition, the nation’s highest honor for nursing excellence.
Ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital
Ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital by U.S. News, and recognized in 23 types of care including acute kidney failure, cancer care, cardiology, heart & vascular surgery, COPD, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, diabetes & endocrinology, ear, nose & throat surgery, gastroenterology & GI surgery, geriatrics, gynecological cancer surgery, heart arrhythmia, heart attack, heart failure, hip fracture, hip replacement, leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma, lung cancer surgery, neurology & neurosurgery, orthopedics, pneumonia, pulmonology & lung surgery and stroke.