Celiac Disease Center
Celiac Disease

Get trusted answers and expert care for celiac disease from a nationally recognized team focused on your child’s long-term health.

Expert Pediatric Celiac Disease Care for Clear Answers and Confident Living

Hearing that your child may have celiac disease can feel overwhelming. You may have questions about testing, food choices and what this means long term. Our team is here to guide you with clarity and care.

At the Celiac Disease Center at Cincinnati Children’s, we diagnose and treat patients with celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity and abnormal celiac antibody tests. Our specialists care for more than 500 children with celiac disease each year. We combine deep expertise with practical support, so your family can move forward with confidence.

Why Choose Cincinnati Children’s Celiac Disease Center?

  • Globally recognized experts who lead local and national research, education and advocacy in celiac disease.
  • Team-based care that brings together gastroenterology, nutrition therapy, psychology and occupational therapy for one clear plan.
  • Personalized care plans tailored to your child’s symptoms, test results and daily life.
  • Second opinions are available in person and online for uncertain diagnoses or ongoing symptoms.

Celiac Disease Expertise, Diagnosis and Long-Term Management

Top-Ranked Gastroenterology Program

Our Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition program is ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report. Families trust us for accurate diagnoses and high-quality care.

Deep Experience and Proven Outcomes

Our gastroenterology providers care for more than 500 children with celiac disease each year. This high volume means we recognize both straightforward and complex cases. We monitor growth, nutrition and possible complications to protect your child’s long-term health. 

In addition to seeing our own patients, we provide support, standardized recommendations, and tailored advice to other healthcare professionals when needed.

Multidisciplinary Support for Daily Life

Living gluten-free takes more than a diet change. Our expert dietitians provide detailed gluten-free diet education. Our psychologist and occupational therapist help children manage school, social events and emotional stress. Together, we create one unified plan that supports the whole child.

Care Close to Home

Our providers see patients at multiple regional locations across Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and beyond. We also offer telehealth follow-up visits in Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky, making ongoing care easier for busy families.

Specialized Clinics for Complex Needs

We offer a combined clinic for children with celiac disease and type 1 diabetes. This allows families to see both teams in one visit and receive coordinated care.

Families from across the Midwest choose our Celiac Disease Center for expert answers and steady support. We are the only Celiac Recognized Unit of Excellence by the Society for the Study of Celiac Disease in Ohio, Indiana or Kentucky.

Our goal is simple: to be the place where your questions are answered and your child feels supported at every stage.