Celiac & Gluten Disorders
Pediatric Celiac Disease Care
Accurate diagnosis, clear answers, and lifelong support for children and teens living gluten-free.
Celiac disease is more than a food sensitivity. It's an autoimmune condition that affects growth, nutrition, bone health, and quality of life, and the diagnosis deserves to be done right the first time.
Dr. Mendez guides families from initial workup through biopsy, the transition to a gluten-free lifestyle, and ongoing monitoring through the years.
Conditions & concerns we address
Celiac Disease
Antibody testing, genetic workup when indicated, and endoscopy with biopsy to confirm the diagnosis.
Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity
Careful evaluation when symptoms improve off gluten but celiac and wheat allergy are ruled out.
Wheat Allergy Coordination
Joint workup with allergy when symptoms suggest an IgE-mediated reaction.
Nutritional Follow-Up
Monitoring for iron, vitamin D, B12, and bone health on a gluten-free diet.
Growth Monitoring
Tracking weight, height, and pubertal development after diagnosis.
Family Screening
Guidance on screening siblings and first-degree relatives.
How Dr. Mendez approaches care
- Order the right tests before gluten is removed from the diet, so results are interpretable.
- Confirm diagnosis with biopsy when appropriate, following current pediatric guidelines.
- Connect families with a knowledgeable dietitian for the transition to a gluten-free life.
- Monitor antibody levels and nutrition to confirm healing on diet.
- Stay available for travel, school, and social situations where gluten exposure is a worry.
Signs it's time for a consultation
- Chronic abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation.
- Iron deficiency or anemia without a clear cause.
- Poor growth or delayed puberty.
- A first-degree relative with celiac disease.
- A previous diagnosis where you want a second opinion before committing to lifelong dietary changes.
Ready to talk it through?
Concierge access means we have the time to listen, evaluate carefully, and stay with your family through every step.