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WELCOME TO OUR CLINIC

The McMaster University Celiac Disease Clinic provides specialized care to adult patients with a diagnosis of celiac disease and other gluten-related disorders.

 

Our mission is to provide a proper diagnosis and to help patients better cope with lifestyle and dietary changes required to achieve optimal and long-term health.

 

We are members of the Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Institute, a team of clinicians and scientists dedicated to digestive health and disease.

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EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE

We are committed to evidence-based practice and to delivering the highest quality care to our patients. As members of the Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Institute, we strive to apply the best available evidence-based on our expertise and research, always taking into account, our patients’ values and preferences.

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RESEARCH

We are at the forefront of basic, translational and clinical research in celiac disease. As members of the Farncombe Family Digestive Health Research Institute, we strive to understand mechanisms of disease, environmental cofactors and develop and test new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to improve the management of our patients. You can be part of our research journey by participating in our translational and clinical trials!

CLINICAL  APPROACH

Celiac disease is a complex chronic disorder that affects not only the digestive tract and nutritional status but also many other aspects of your health. We are a multidisciplinary team of experts, including gastroenterologists, dietitians, research scientists and psychologists, that deliver individualized care to our patients.

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WHAT IS CELIAC DISEASE?

Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition caused by an immune reaction to ingested gluten in genetically predisposed individuals. It affects 1 to 2% of the world's population, and if not adequately treated, it can lead to long term health complications and reduced quality of life.

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WHAT IS NON-CELIAC GLUTEN SENSITIVITY?

Some people can experience allergic reactions to wheat or symptoms without having celiac disease. It is essential to diagnose these conditions properly, as patient care and follow-up will be different from those with Celiac disease.

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GLUTEN FREE DIET

What is gluten? How can I avoid it? The gluten-free diet is the only treatment for Celiac disease and having a good understanding of the diet is essential for patients' health. With the help of our dietitians, we are here to help patients navigate the diet transition and improve nutrition.

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LIVING WITH CELIAC DISEASE

Whether you have been recently diagnosed, you have been long living with Celiac disease or you want to learn for your closest ones; we are here to help you make better decisions.

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EVENTS

Upcoming Workshop: Dining Out and Social Aspects of Living with Digestive Disease

Date: Tuesday July 11, 2023

Time: 7:00-8:00pm

Location: Virtual (Zoom)

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Join us to learn more about IBD with Dr. David Armstrong. Open to patients, clinicians and anyone interested.

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