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Dennis L. Christie, MD

On staff since January 1976

Research Center: Center for Clinical and Translational Research

"Thanks to an entrepreneurial mentor, I was able to be involved in the initial development of pediatric gastroenterology as a sub-specialty and to help define its direction and approach to gastrointestinal illnesses. We were among the first to use endoscopic technology in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric gastroenterology conditions and to clarify the safety and efficacy of these new instruments. Since that time, we have seen innovative science help advance the treatment of children with complex liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease and pancreatitis. I continue to be thrilled with my daily involvement in helping these children live better lives."

Dennis L. Christie, MD, is an attending physician at Seattle Children’s Hospital and professor of pediatrics at the University of Washington’s School of Medicine. He is board certified in pediatric gastroenterology. Christie was instrumental in establishing the specialty of pediatric gastroenterology in the Pacific Northwest.

He collaborated in the establishment of the safety, efficacy and practicality of using ﬂexible fiber optic endoscopy in the diagnosis and therapy of children with gastrointestinal diseases. Two of his early publications demonstrated the association between gastroesophageal reﬂux and recurrent respiratory disease. His research interests relate to inflammation in the intestine. He is actively involved with the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Treatment Center and the Autism Treatment Network. He is a member of the CUMG Advisory Board and chairman of the contracting committee for CUMG. He is past president of the pediatric committee for the American College of Gastroenterology, is an active member of the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology and belongs to the American Gastroenterological Association.

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MichelleKansas City, Missouri03.30.11

Our first experience with Dr. Christie was long distance when he called me after being recommended by my son's GI Doctor at Vanderbilt. I knew the moment I spoke with him that it was a good fit for my son's needs. We packed up and moved to Seattle and met him that week. I knew it was going to be a good experience when I realized he did not push medication and was more for healing the body from the inside-out. He did not pressure my son into anything and spent time educating us about the next steps. He then worked with Adam Goldin (whom I also highly recommend in Pediatric Surgery) and after my son's surgery, spent a long time with me explaining their findings and smiled with me and was so encouraging. I love Seattle Children's Hospital and so did my son. He had so many bad experiences in the past (not with Vanderbilt, but with other hospitals) that Dr. Christie gave us both hope again. Dr. Christie has been practicing in the field of Gastroenterology for a long time and was highly recommended by Vanderbilt. He is very knowledgeable and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing good GI care for their child.

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Board Certification(s): Pediatric Gastroenterology
Pediatrics
Medical/Professional School: Northwestern University School of Medicine, Chicago
Fellowship: Gastroenterology, UCLA School of Medicine, Los Angeles
Research Focus Area: Translational Research, Therapeutic Trials

Awards and Honors

Award Name	Award Description	Awarded By	Award Date
U.S. News Top Doctor		U.S. News and World Report	2012
Seattle Magazine Top Doctor - 2012	Seattle Magazine Top Doctor - 2012	Seattle Magazine	2012
Seattle Magazine Top Doctor - 2011	Seattle Magazine Top Doctor - 2011	Seattle Magazine	2011

Publications

Cognitive-behavioral therapy for children with functional abdominal pain and their parents decreases pain and other symptoms.
The American journal of gastroenterology , 2010 Apr: 946-56

Relative nephroprotection during Escherichia coli O157:H7 infections: association with intravenous volume expansion.
Pediatrics , 2005 Jun: e673-80

Presentations

Presentations Title	Event	Location	Date
The Epidemiology and Pathogenesis of IBD	Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation		Feb. 11, 2006
Reflux Disorders	Providence Everett Medical Center, Hyatt Regency	Bellevue, Washington	Nov. 11, 2005
Understanding Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in the Pediatric Patient	Central Washington Hospital	Wenatchee, Washington	Oct. 28, 2005
New Perspectives in Celiac Sprue	Kennewick General Hospital	Kennewick, Washington	Oct. 21, 2005
New Perspectives in Celiac Disease	North Pacific Pediatric Society: 171st Scientific Conference.	Semiahmoo Resort, Blaine, Washington	Aug. 25, 2005 - Aug. 28, 2005
All That Vomits is Not Reflux	North Pacific Pediatric Society: 171st Scientific Conference	Semiahmoo Resort, Blaine, Washington	Aug. 25, 2005 - Aug. 28, 2005

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Seattle Children's

OB.9.620.1 - Gastroenterology and Hepatology
4800 Sand Point Way NE

Seattle, WA 98105

206-987-2521

Additional Offices

Seattle Children's Bellevue Clinic and Surgery Center

CB-11
1500 - 116th Ave NE

Bellevue, WA 98004

425-454-4644

Seattle Children's Olympia

CO - Suite 140
615 Lilly Rd NE

Olympia, WA 98506

360-459-5009

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