Dr Clarivet Torres is a distinguished medical professional with a longstanding commitment to advancing pediatric gastroenterology and intestinal rehabilitation.  As an Associated Professor of Pediatrics at the George Washington University, she has dedicated her career to improving the lives of children with complex gastrointestinal disorders.

In 2007, Dr Torres founded and began directing the Intestinal Rehabilitation Program at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC. Her vision and leadership were instrumental in establishing this groundbreaking program, which addresses the unique needs of children with intestinal failure, particularly Short Bowel Syndrome (SBS). Under her guidance, the program has become a model of excellence, integrating efforts between Children’s National Hospital and Georgetown University Transplant Center, with a focus on liver and small bowel transplantation.

Dr Torres’ educational background includes a fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology, which she completed at Creighton University and the University of Nebraska Health foundation in Omaha, NE. Over 4 years of intensive training she specialized in pediatric Gastroenterology for 2 years followed by an additional 2 years dedicated to pediatric liver and small bowel transplantation. Her academic and clinical training reflect her unwavering commitment to advancing care for children with Intestinal Failure and transplant-related conditions.  

Prior to her service in Washington, D.C., Dr Torres served as the Medical Director of the Intestinal Rehabilitation Program at the University of Nebraska for nine years, where she played a pivotal role in managing pre-and post-liver and small bowel transplant patients.  Her leadership in Nebraska laid the foundation for her continued success in Washington, where she has further expanded and refined pediatric intestinal rehabilitation services.

For over 25 years, Dr Torres has been a leading expert in intestinal failure, providing exceptional care to children facing some of the most challenging conditions. Under her leadership, the Children’s National Intestinal Rehabilitation Program has achieved a 98% survival rate and an 80% success rate in weaning patients with short bowel syndrome off parenteral nutrition over the last 17 years. These outstanding clinical outcomes have garnered both national and international recognition, solidifying the program’s reputation for excellence in treating children with intestinal failure and parenteral nutrition dependence.

Dr Torres’ research focus on key complications affecting patients with intestinal failure, including Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) in SBS, hypogammaglobulinemia, the role of the microbiome in short bowel syndrome, small bowel bacterial overgrowth, improve quality of life of patients and parents, and various surgical approaches to improve intestinal dysmotility, enhance intestinal absorption and overall patients' outcomes. These areas are critical, as they address major challenges in the management of intestinal failure and contribute to improving long-term care and quality of life for affected patients.

In summary, Dr Clarivet Torres is a renowned physician, educator and researcher whose dedication and expertise have reshaped the field of pediatric gastroenterology and Intestinal Rehabilitation. Her pioneering work continues to inspire, transform lives, and drive innovation in the care of children with complex gastrointestinal and transplant related conditions.