Center for Women's Digestive Health

Housed at UPMC’s Magee Womens Hospital, the Center for Women’s Digestive Health recognizes that many gastrointestinal disorders are more common or manifest differently in women.

Some of the most common disorders seen by gastroenterologists are functional bowel disorders. These include irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), dyspepsia and disorders of defecation and incontinence. A multi-disciplinary approach to these problems is offered at the Center for Women’s Digestive Health. 

Although based at Magee, both men and women are seen for gastrointestinal complaints. The Center works closely with the minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgical group for treatment of gastroesophageal reflux and morbid obesity.

Team Members at Magee’s Center for Women’s Digestive Health include:

• Steven R. Abo, MD – Director, Center for Women’s Digestive Health
• Janet Harrison, MD
• Ian McGowan, MD PhD
• Ernest Sutton, MD MPH