Dr. Dr. Leah Siebold

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Get to know Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Leah Siebold, who serves patients in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

A top professional in the field of pediatric gastroenterology, Dr. Siebold works with patients in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh (CHP). In her over 10 years at CHP, she has served as the Clinical Director for her division and now focuses on the care of children with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. She also serves as an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

Regionally, nationally, and globally, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh is a leader in the treatment of childhood conditions and diseases, a pioneer in the development of new and improved therapies, and a top educator of the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists. The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition provides a full range of diagnostic procedures and treatments related to the gastrointestinal tract, liver and pancreas.

Throughout her academic career, Dr. Siebold graduated with her medical degree from the SUNY Downstate Medical Center, and completed her residency in pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore. Later, she went on to complete her fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

Subsequent to her education, the doctor attained board certification in pediatrics and pediatric gastroenterology through the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). The mission of the ABP is to advance child health by certifying pediatricians who meet standards of excellence and are committed to continuous learning and improvement.

Pediatric gastroenterology developed as a subspecialty of pediatrics and gastroenterology. It is concerned with treating the gastrointestinal tract, liver, and pancreas of children from infancy until age eighteen. Pediatric gastroenterologists evaluate and offer treatment plans for any kind of chronic stomach issues including abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, failure to gain weight, feeding problems, constipation or dietary issues.

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