Digestive Diseases
The Vanderbilt Digestive Disease Center is among the nation’s best. When any part of your digestive system doesn’t work properly, you may suffer difficult, uncomfortable health challenges. We have five specialty clinics that treat people with especially complex diseases. Our experts offer accurate diagnosis and state-of-the art treatment that’s tailored to your needs. We want you to feel your best.
Conditions We Treat
We treat all digestive conditions, including:
Meet Your Care Team
Dawn W. AdamsMD, MS
- Celiac, Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Nutritional Deficiencies and Weight Loss
Audrey L. BennettMD
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Dawn M. Borromeo BeaulieuMD
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Sara BrownMD, BA
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Hepatology and Liver Diseases, Liver Transplant
Robin L. DalalMD
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Kim A. AnnisPA
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Laura S. CraddockAPRN, BS, MSN
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Hepatology and Liver Diseases
Dustin CrossAPRN
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, General Gastroenterology
Kimberly A. CurrierMSN, APRN
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Nutritional Deficiencies and Weight Loss
Rachel B. FudgeAPRN
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, General Gastroenterology
Megan LehmanAPRN
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, General Gastroenterology
Alexis N. PurdomNP
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Jennifer RutledgeACNP
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Emily L. SpringPA-C
- Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Julianne H. WagnonBA, MSN, JD
- Adult Asthma, Adult Rhinitis, Adult Sinusitis, Allergy / Immunology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Asthma
Lawrence S. GainesPhD, MA, BA
- Adult Psychiatry, Depression, Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Psychiatry
Why Choose Digestive Disease Care at Vanderbilt
- Recognized care
U.S. News & World Report ranks Vanderbilt among the top gastroenterology and GI surgery programs in the nation.
- Advanced care
As part of an academic medical center, we are leaders in caring for the most complex conditions. Our commitment to research means that you receive the most current, advanced treatment available.
- Exceptional nurses
Vanderbilt has earned Magnet designation, the highest honor in nursing excellence, four times. We are the only hospital system in Middle Tennessee, one of only three in the state and among only 8 percent of all hospitals in the U.S. with Magnet status.
- Specialized clinics
We have five clinics dedicated to serving patients with complex needs: celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, hepatology (liver care), nutrition, swallowing and esophageal disorders.
- Advanced endoscopy
Highly specialized doctors and advanced practice nurses work with the latest technology in our interventional endoscopy center. We will get you an accurate diagnosis and the treatment that’s right for you.
- Personalized care
We tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique needs and health goals. We help you navigate your treatment options to ensure you receive the best possible care.
- Referrals
We take referrals from healthcare providers outside Vanderbilt. You can get a colonoscopy or other needed procedure from our highly experienced team even if your usual doctor works with a different health care system.
- Online health portal
We want to make your experience as seamless and stress-free as possible. You can use our secure online portal, My Health at Vanderbilt, to send messages to your care team, schedule appointments, manage medications and access your medical records.