Pediatric healthcare research in San Mateo, California

Dr. Sofia Verstraete, MD is a renowned pediatric gastroenterologist specializing in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) at 1100 Park Place, San Mateo, California, United States. She is a co-director of the Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program at the San Francisco Benioff Children's Hospital. Dr. Verstraete is dedicated to providing extraordinary care for children with IBD, ranging from the common to the most rare conditions. She is fluent in Spanish and advocates for diversity in healthcare, particularly for patients facing language and cultural barriers. Dr. Verstraete is actively involved in research on pediatric IBD classification and the impact of ethnicity on the condition's characteristics. She is also engaged in clinical trials of cutting-edge medications for pediatric IBD. With a strong background in epidemiology and biostatistics, Dr. Verstraete is committed to improving remission rates among IBD patients by offering support groups, educational events, and subspecialty clinics. She is a member of various professional organizations and a John A. Watson Faculty Scholar at UCSF. Patients can expect world-class care, stress-free visits, and personalized treatment plans when visiting Dr. Sofia Verstraete, MD for pediatric gastroenterology services.