Quality Reports - Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Center
Referral Base
Why we measure it - Research shows that physicians and hospitals that treat a large number of patients tend to provide a higher level of care and have better outcomes for treatments and procedures.
What this means - In addition to providing general pediatric gastroenterology care, the Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Center has many sub-specialty programs and is one of the largest pediatric gastroenterology programs in the country. Fifty percent of patients come from outside the metro-Milwaukee area.
About the data - The map shows the states our patients came from in 2010.
Related dimensions of care:
What we're doing to provide the best care:
- Our physicians hold major leadership roles in national organizations; highlighted by B Li, MD, who serves as president of North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition.
- Our Gastroenterology Center was selected as the 16th best pediatric gastroenterology programs in the nation by U.S.News & World Report in 2011.
- Many of the center's gastroenterologists are listed in the 2009-2010 Best Doctors in America® database. The list represents the top 5 percent of the nation's practicing board-certified physicians.
- The Gastroenterology Center is interdisciplinary and made up of many pediatric professionals, including gastroenterologists, nurse clinicians, nurse practitioners, dietitians, speech and language pathologists, psychologists, physical therapists, a family practice physician and research professionals.
- Currently there are about 52 open research studies across the GI Center, including industry-sponsored clinical trials, which provide treatment opportunities for patients.
- The Gastroenterology Center trains future pediatric gastroenterologists and child psychologists through its accredited fellowship programs.
- Since pediatric Gastroenterology problems are so diverse, the Gastroenterology Center has assembled several world-renowned pediatric experts to create the following subspecialty programs:
Patients/Families:
- Contact Central Scheduling to start your child's visit arrangements. Have the name, address, and phone and fax numbers of your primary care and/or referring doctor available when you call.
- Work with your child's referring physician and insurance company to determine if a referral or authorization is required for the visit.
- Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment so we can gather needed information from you before you see the doctor.
- Come prepared with any questions or concerns you may have. We find this helps ensure the visit meets your needs.
- Bring a full list of the medications your child is taking including over-the-counter medicines such as vitamins and supplements.
- Bring a couple of your child's favorite toys or books to help make him or her more comfortable during the visit.
- The Family Accommodations Program is available to help make travel arrangements and provide information on how to make your stay in Milwaukee easy and enjoyable.
- To meet the requirements of your insurance, co-payments are collected at the time of the visit.
Referring physicians:
- Referring physicians can access our specialists for consultation or transport 24 hours a day by calling our physician referral line at (800) 266-0366.
- As appointments are scheduled, the Gastroenterology Center will contact you to arrange transfer of any pertinent patient documentation, including test results and growth charts.
- Please contact Deb Wallner, Gastroenterology nurse manager or Pamela Fraser, Gastroenterology program director with any questions or concerns about the GI Service. They may be reached at (414) 266-2971.
If you have questions about this information, email us or call (414) 266-6556.
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