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The premier institution for groundbreaking celiac disease research, care, education and advocacy.

The University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center is the premier institution for groundbreaking celiac disease research and compassionate care, innovation, education, and advocacy. The efforts of the Celiac Disease Center aim to advocate for and educate all those affected by celiac disease while continuing to search for better treatments and a cure.

10/10/2026

Living with celiac disease can affect more than physical health. The challenges of managing a lifelong gluten-free diet, navigating social situations, and worrying about gluten exposure can take an emotional toll, too.

On World Mental Health Day, we're highlighting the importance of emotional well-being as an essential part of living with celiac disease. Mental health matters every day, and no one should have to navigate these challenges alone.

10/09/2026

👋 Introducing Get to Know the Celiac Disease Center, a new series highlighting the people behind our research, patient care, education and programs!

First up: Meet Grace Reimers, Clinical Research Coordinator I

Grace helps enroll eligible patients in research studies designed to expand our understanding of celiac disease and improve patient outcomes. Her work primarily supports pediatric patients and families with celiac disease, as well as eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

She’s especially interested in how the body heals on a gluten-free diet and the socioeconomic factors that affect patient care, including ways to reduce the economic burden of celiac disease on families.

One of the studies Grace supports is exploring how other GI conditions, including EoE and food allergies, may help us learn more about celiac disease.

Outside of work, Grace enjoys playing tennis and pet sitting for her neighbors.

Stay tuned for our next Get to Know the Celiac Center!

10/07/2026

Curious about what goes on behind the scenes of celiac disease research?

Watch our May Lunch & Learn featuring clinical research coordinators from the University of Chicago Celiac Disease Center. They discuss their role in celiac disease research, how the research process works, common challenges and barriers, and what is currently being studied.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/QHYBMJAB5uQ

And there’s more to come! Our Lunch & Learn series returns this fall with new topics and conversations.

Stay tuned for upcoming topics, dates and times!

10/05/2026

Our multidisciplinary Psychology + GI Clinic provides current children and teen patients with celiac disease support for both the medical and emotional challenges of managing the condition.

During a one-hour virtual appointment, families meet with pediatric gastroenterology and psychology specialists and receive personalized support with adjusting to a diagnosis, navigating the gluten-free diet, managing stress or worries, overcoming barriers, and building practical coping and problem-solving skills.

The clinic is led by Ritu Verma, MD, and Meg Clark, PsyD, with support from pediatric psychology postdoctoral fellow Caroline Harrison, PhD.

📅 Second Monday of each month
🕗 Appointments available from 8 a.m. to noon
💻 One-hour virtual visits

For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact [email protected].

10/02/2026

If you’re in the early stages of exploring a possible celiac disease diagnosis, you may be eligible for a research opportunity through the Celiac Disease Center at the University of Chicago Medicine.

Participation begins with a brief eligibility screening.

See if you’re eligible:
https://redcap.uchicago.edu/surveys/?s=DTD4499TPKM39MTX

09/29/2026

ICYMI: We're creating a community celebration guide full of practical tips, favorite traditions and real-life advice from the people who know this journey best - our patients and families!

Join us virtually on Tues. 10/27 at 6:30 p.m. CT to talk about everything holidays. We want to hear about your favorite gluten-free recipes, family traditions and more! Register today.

Your input is critical to creating a resource for families like yours. https://uchicago.zoom.us/meeting/register/Y4RksWhYTFm7ZEpA57LDvg #/registration

09/28/2026

"How tos" for . Tips from a on how to build a meal around what is celiac safe.

09/26/2026

Back-to-school schedules are busy enough. Dinner doesn’t have to be!

This week’s is an easy, adaptable sheet pan dinner you can customize to fit your family. Choose chicken, fish, pork or tofu, then add your favorite potatoes and veggies for a simple gluten-free meal with plenty of possibilities.

One pan, lots of options and easy cleanup. That sounds like a weeknight win!

Get the recipe: https://nationalceliac.org/recipe/adaptable-sheet-pan-dinner/

09/25/2026

Navigating a 504 Plan for a student with celiac disease can bring up a lot of questions.

The Celiac Disease Foundation’s monthly School Support Webinar offers families practical guidance on 504 Plans and working with schools to support their child’s needs.

📅 Next session: Wednesday, October 7
🕝 2:30 p.m. CT

Learn more and sign up: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bwhxMeESRYKQv7tPgNwm6Q #/registration

#504

09/24/2026

We’re proud to share that our Medical Director, Ritu Verma, MD, will be a featured speaker at the 2026 Great Lakes Gut Club on October 3rd.

Dr. Verma will present “The Silent and the Symptomatic: An Update on Celiac Disease Management,” sharing her expertise with pediatric GI professionals from across the region.

Opportunities like this help bring the latest knowledge in celiac disease beyond our Center and into the broader clinical community, contributing to continued learning and advancement in celiac disease care.

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5841 S. Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL
60637

Website

https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/conditions-services/gastroenterology/celiac-disease

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