
Dhiren Patel MD
Pediatric Gastroenterology Neurogastroenterology and motility program
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1465 S Grand BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63104
Phone+1 314-577-5647
Fax+1 314-268-2775
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Summary
- Dhiren Patel, MD is a pediatric gastroenterologist focused on GI motility care based in Saint Louis, MO. He completed his fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology at Children's Hospital of Michigan and his residency in Pediatrics at University of Michigan Health /Sparrow hospital. He has been serving as a medical director of GI motility program as well as colorectal and pelvic reconstruction program at Saint Louis University/ SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital since 2016. His scholarly work includes multiple publications on topics such as pediatric GI motility disorders, constipation and cystic fibrosis, with recent papers published in reputable journals like the Neurogastro and Motility, Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition and Digestive Diseases and Sciences. Dr. Patel also conducts clinical trials focused on cystic fibrosis and gastrointestinal motility issues in children, serving as a principal investigator in several studies.
Education & Training
University of Michigan Health - Sparrow/Michigan State UniversityResidency, Pediatrics, 2010 - 2013
B. J. Medical College AhmedabadClass of 2005
Children's Hospital of MichiganFellowship, Pediatric Gastroenterology
Certifications & Licensure
MO State Medical License 2015 - 2027
American Board of Pediatrics Pediatrics
American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Gastroenterology
Clinical Trials
- Cystic Fibrosis and Gut Dysmotility: The Effect of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) on Intestinal Transit Start of enrollment: 2019 Dec 12
Roles: Contact, Principal Investigator
- Neuromodulation for Children With Cystic Fibrosis Experiencing Chronic Abdominal Pain Start of enrollment: 2023 Mar 29
Roles: Principal Investigator, Contact
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- A Comprehensive Review of Gastrointestinal Manifestations in Cystic Fibrosis in the Era of Highly Effective Modulator Therapy.Pavithra Saikumar, Sophia Izhar, Brett Rossow, Zachary Sellers, Dhiren Patel
The American Journal of Gastroenterology. 2026-01-01 - Dysmotility in pediatric short bowel syndrome: Review and commentary.Nisha Mangalat, Ashlesha Bagwe, Dhiren Patel
Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition. 2026-01-01 - Clinical Utility of Botulinum Toxin Injections in Children with Gastrointestinal Disorders.Dhiren Patel, Alexandra Wilder, Ashlesha Bagwe, Leonel Rodriguez
Current Gastroenterology Reports. 2025-11-14
Press Mentions
- Renexxion Seeks FDA OK to Test Naronapride for GI Problems in CFJanuary 11th, 2023
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