Bhaskar Gurram

Dr. Bhaskar Gurram is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, specializing in Pediatric Gastroenterology. He is board-certified in pediatric gastroenterology and has clinical expertise in gastrointestinal manifestations of immune deficiency, immune dysregulation disorders, and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) in children.

Education:

• Medical degree: Jawahar Lal Nehru Medical College, India
• Pediatric residency: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi & Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit
• Fellowship: Pediatric Gastroenterology, Medical College of Wisconsin
• Board certification: Pediatric Gastroenterology, American Board of Pediatrics (2013)

Research Interests: Dr. Gurram’s research focuses on the pathogenesis and treatment of early-onset inflammatory bowel disease, with a particular emphasis on immune dysregulation, microbiome-host interactions, and Paneth cell biology in pediatric Crohn’s disease. His work integrates clinical observations with translational research to improve outcomes for children with complex gastrointestinal disorders.

Clinical and Teaching Roles: He is actively involved in clinical care for pediatric patients with IBD and teaching medical students, residents, fellows, and nursing staff.

Research Contributions: His recent publications highlight key areas such as fecal microbiota transplantation, genetic associations in IBD, Paneth cell dysfunction, and immunoregulatory signatures in pediatric IBD. These works underscore his commitment to advancing both basic science and clinical care in pediatric gastroenterology.