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Dr. Valentine Enemuo, MD

Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology

4/5(13)
10550 Quivira Rd Suite 520 Overland Park KS, 66215
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Valentine Enemuo, MD, is a pediatric gastroenterologist who diagnoses and treats patients at Overland Park Pediatric Specialty Group and Midwest Women’s & Children’s Specialty Group, an affiliate of Pediatrix, a MEDNAX company, in Overland Park, Kansas. Furthermore, he has staff memberships at several hospitals, including HCA Midwest Health Overland Park Regional Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas, and Driscoll Health System Children’s Physician Services of Southeast Texas/Pediatric Gastroenterology Clinic in Corpus Christi, Texas. As a pediatric gastroenterologist, he has dedicated training and unique experience in the management of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver in children. Dr. Enemuo has an impressive professional journey that spans many years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in all facets of his work. Throughout his many years of experience, he has upheld a steadfast commitment to the ethical and professional standards of his practice, as evidenced by his sterling record, and ensures an impeccable degree of patient satisfaction in all facets of his work.

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Education and Training

University Of Nigeria MD 1994

Board Certification

Pediatric Gastroenterology (Pediatrics)

PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology

Provider Details

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Dr. Valentine Enemuo, MD
Dr. Valentine Enemuo, MD's Expert Contributions
  • What can I do to relieve stomach pain?

    Abdominal pain that is intense that comes and go needs immediate evaluation by a gastroenterologist. This could indicate serious gastrointestinal condition such as intestinal malrotation with intermittent obstruction of the intestine, intermittent intestinal intussusception, peptic ulcers diseases, gallstones, pancreatitis, and other causes of intestinal obstructions. READ MORE

  • How to help a 6 year old with gas pain?

    Gas pain could be caused by different gastrointestinal conditions ranging from as simple as gas forming diet, excessive swallowing of gas to lactose intolerance, organic disease such as celiac disease, or Crohn disease. This could be relieved by understanding the actual cause. Advised to do simple measures such as reduction in soda, juice and fiber intake, and get a gastroenterologist consult if it persists. READ MORE

  • What could be the cause of my stomach pain?

    The causes of abdominal pain after meal could be from simple food intolerance to various food malabsorption, peptic ulcer diseases, gallbladder diseases, pancreatitis, celiac disease, Crohn's disease, or constipation. Various intestinal obstruction can cause abdominal pain after meal. Stress and anxiety can also cause abdominal pain after meal. READ MORE

  • What foods help to stop diarrhea?

    Persistent diarrhea after travel from abroad needs evaluation by your pediatrician to evaluation for infectious diarrhea especially if coming from countries endemic to certain bacteria, and parasitic gastroenteritis. READ MORE

  • What causes stomach aches and shortness of breath?

    Abdominal pain causing shortness of breath needs immediate evaluation by a pediatric gastroenterologist to exclude causes of abdominal pain such as peptic ulcer diseases, gallbladder diseases, recurrent acute pancreatitis, severe constipation with fecal impaction that is compromising respiration because of fecal mass compromising the respiratory volume. READ MORE

  • How to help my son's constipation?

    Increase fruits and vegetables intake, and if he still having constipation take him to his doctor for evaluation and treatment. READ MORE

  • How can I reduce gas occurrences?

    Constant digestive issues will need an evaluation by a Pediatric gastroenterologist to evaluate for celiac disease, small intestinal bacteria overgrowth, lactose intolerance and other carbohydrate intolerances, Crohn's disease, and other malabsorptive diseases such as fat malabsorption. READ MORE

  • What is the best way to relieve constipation?

    Constipation at 19 years of age, if persistent after simple measures such as increased fluid intake, high fiber diet, fruits and vegetables will need further evaluation by a gastroenterologist to exclude secondary causes of constipation from other diseases such as hypothyroidism, celiac disease, lactose intolerance, muscle and nerve diseases. READ MORE

  • What are the treatment options for Crohn's disease?

    Crohn's disease has different treatment approaches depending on the location of the disease and type of disease presentation. There are dietary, medical and surgical approaches to treatment of Crohn's disease. Each decision is based on disease type, location and patient preference. READ MORE

  • My son needs to have a kidney ultrasound. What should we expect?

    The preparation for kidney ultrasound depends on the indication. Please get appropriate instruction for the preparation from the ultrasound technician before the kidney ultrasound. READ MORE

  • My daughter has trouble making friends in school?

    Your daughter will benefit from counseling to adjust to her new environment. Her PCP should refer her to a counselor to help her cope with new environment. READ MORE

  • What can cause diarrhea?

    Diarrhea that last for 1 month should be investigated by a Pediatric gastroenterologist for causes of chronic diarrhea. These include some infections, lactose intolerance, celiac disease, food allergy/intolerance including cow milk protein allergy, and none celiac disease gluten sensitivity, inflammatory bowel diseases, and less likely neuroendocrine tumors, and autoimmune enteropathy READ MORE

  • Can kids really get heartburn?

    Yes, kids can get heartburn. However, your child needs an evaluation to determine what is causing the heartburn. Heartburn could be from gastroesophageal reflux, or could be from musculoskeletal pain, and cardiac. Accidental caustic ingestion, or foreign body ingestion should also be considered. READ MORE

  • What are the risk factors of celiac disease in children?

    There are two risk factors: genetics and exposure to gluten. READ MORE

  • Treatment for children with Crohn's disease?

    Crohn's disease has a wide spectrum of different phenotypes. Your Gastroenterologist will determine which treatment option is best suitable for your phenotype. READ MORE

  • Do I have appendicitis?

    You need an immediate evaluation by your Doctor to evaluate for causes of such pain with urine, blood test, and imaging. READ MORE

  • What is the treatment for children with Crohn's disease?

    Your Gastroenterologist will decide with you the best treatment option of his Crohn's disease depending on type of his Crohn's disease. There are different treatment options depending on the Crohn's disease phenotype. READ MORE

  • What causes chronic constipation in children?

    Constipation is common at this age. The cause include poor dysfunctional defecation because of passing of large hard stool associated with pain with stool withholding behavior. READ MORE

  • Why does my daughter have chronic diarrhea?

    Intestinal infection can cause acute diarrhea that is self limiting within 1-2 weeks. If the diarrhea persist consult with your doctor for further evaluation for causes of chronic diarrhea. READ MORE

  • Do children with celiac disease have issues with growth?

    Yes, Celiac disease also impacts negatively on growth. If she does not improve her height velocity on strict gluten free diet, consult with an Endocrinologist for evaluation for other causes of short stature. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopy and colonoscopy. Pillcam capsule endoscopy, Motility testing including manometry, Bravo ph probe, PH/Impedance testing. Inflammatory bowel disease, Motility disorders, General gastroeneterology, functional abdominal pa

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Assistant Professor Of Pediatric LSU-HSC New Orleans 2008 - 2009
  • Assistant Professor Of Pediatric Baylor College Of Medicine Houston 2015 - 2017

Awards

  • Merit List 1994 University of Nigeria 

Professional Memberships

  • American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy  
  • American Academy of Pediatrics  
  • North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition  

Internships

  • Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Academy of Pediatrics

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Ability to adapt to different environments.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Traveling, Soccer, Watching Movies

Favorite professional publications

  • Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition

Areas of research

Inflammatory Bowel disease, Motility disorders, Liver diseases.

Dr. Valentine Enemuo, MD's Practice location

Midwest Women’s & Children’s Specialty Group

10550 Quivira Rd Suite 520 -
Overland Park, KS 66215
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Dr. Valentine Enemuo, MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 13 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Get to know Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Valentine Enemuo, who serves the population of Kansas. Dr. Enemuo is a dual certified and fellowship trained Pediatric Gastroenterologist. He currently practices with the Midwest Women’s & Children’s Specialty Group Overland Park Kansas and is affiliated with Overland Park Regional Medical Center and Saint Luke. The Overland Park hospital has been serving the healthcare needs of Johnson County and the surrounding counties since December of 1978. The hospital is a licensed 343-bed facility offering acute medical care services to our patients. The hospital campus features four medical office buildings, two pharmacies and the offices of more than 100 physicians. Saint Luke’s has been at the heart of Kansas City health care, and has a reputation for innovation, quality and compassion. Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City is nationally ranked in three specialties, including cardiology and heart surgery, gynecology, and neurology and neurosurgery. Dr. Enemuo graduated with his Medical Degree from the University Of Nigeria in 1994, giving him over two decades of experience in his field. After obtaining his medical degree he relocated to the united states and graduated with his Pediatrics residency with the Charles R Drew University of Med and Science. Furthering his training he completed his Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship with the University of British Columbia. Dr. Enemuo holds certification in both Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Enemuo has great interactions with his patients one stating, “Dr. Enemuo is very thorough and responsive. He never leaves us waiting for test results. He is readily available to answer questions. His office is very efficient and we usually get in without a prolonged wait.” Pediatric gastroenterologists are trained to treat complications of the gastrointestinal system, or digestive system, in children. Having studied & trained extensively in the evaluation, diagnosis and management of the various diseases of the gastrointestinal tract in children, Dr. Enemuo provides comprehensive care for children suffering from digestive complications, and also has the ability to direct a multidisciplinary medical team if necessary.

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