Research

The Division conducts scientific research to understand fundamental mechanisms of normal gastroenterologic and liver functions, alterations in these functions, and ways to overcome these abnormalities. more info 

Patient Care

Information about conditions treated, GI and liver disease faculty physicians, and specialized treatment facilities at Einstein/Montefiore. more info 

Faculty

Gastroenterology and liver diseases faculty listing. see list 

Education

Fellowship training programs in Gastroenterology, Liver Transplantation, and Advanced Endoscopy. more info 

News & Info

Scientists Identify 'Clean-Up' Snafu that Kills Brain Cells in Parkinson's Disease
Dr. Ana Maria Cuervo has discovered why toxic clumps of proteins accumulate in brain cells of those with a familial form of Parkinson's disease.

Study Finds New Class of Drugs May Help Ease Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis
Dr. David Greenwald comments on results of a Phase 2 trial of the drug Tofacitinib to ease symptoms of ulcerative colitis.

Nature interviewed Lawrence Brandt, M.D., about the first randomized clinical trial on using fecal transplants to treat recurring infections of Clostridium difficile, a bacterium that causes severe diarrhea. (Thursday, January 17, 2013)

Wolkoff Receives Distinguished Scientific Achievement Award
Dr. Allan Wolkoff received the 2012 Distinguished Scientific Achievement Award from the American Liver Foundation.