The Kogan Celiac Center of the Saint Barnabas Health Care System offers
comprehensive testing and treatment for Celiac Disease for adults and
children. The Center is dedicated to providing expert services that
include early assessment and diagnosis, treatment, education and support
to improve the health and well being of those who live with Celiac Disease.
Initial Screening and Diagnosis
Initial assessment begins with a review of the patient’s
personal and family medical histories, conducted by our Registered Dietitian.
If indicated, blood tests are conducted as an initial screening tool
at the time of the visit. Medical diagnosis of Celiac Disease is confirmed
through an additional GI procedure after appropriate physician referral.
Clinical guidelines are provided for the patient and referring physician
with recommended follow-up care.
Click here to access our screening
form.
Click here to access our diet education program, Celiac Steps to Success, a solution to starting and staying gluten free.
Initial and Ongoing Nutrition Counseling
Nutrition counseling is provided to help develop
an understanding of how to live well with Celiac Disease. The program
includes a comprehensive initial one-and-a-half-hour nutrition counseling
session and three follow-up sessions within the first year, with additional
sessions to be scheduled as needed.
Support Groups and Education
An ongoing, monthly support group is provided,
with community education programs and outreach offered on a continuous
basis.
Physician Referral
Access to physician specialists, such as gastroenterologists,
is available for patients as needed through the Saint Barnabas Health
Care System. On-going communication with and monitoring by each patient’s
physician helps to assure that nutritional needs are being met.
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