Bradley Barth

Bradley Barth, M.D., M.P.H., is a Professor of Pediatrics at UT Southwestern Medical Center and serves as Director of Endoscopy, Clinical Director of Pediatric Gastroenterology, and President of the medical-dental staff at Children's Health, Children's Medical Center Dallas. His career spans over two decades of clinical leadership in pediatric digestive diseases.

Education:

• B.S.: University of Texas at Austin
• M.D.: University of Texas Medical School in San Antonio
• Residency: Floating Hospital for Children and Tufts University (2001)
• Fellowship: Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at Children’s Hospital Boston and Harvard University (2004)

Research Focus: Dr. Barth pioneers advancements in therapeutic endoscopy and pancreatic disorders, with seminal work on ERCP techniques, recurrent/chronic pancreatitis management, and endoscopic treatments for gastrointestinal bleeding and esophageal strictures. His NIH-funded INSPPIRE consortium research has redefined diagnostic criteria and therapeutic approaches for pediatric pancreatitis through multi-center collaborations across North America.

Publication Trends: His 50+ publications (2017-2019) reveal three dominant themes: pancreatitis epidemiology (obesity impacts, autoimmune subtypes, progression risk factors), endoscopic innovation (over-the-scope clips, balloon-assisted procedures), and evidence-based guidelines (NASPGHAN consensus reports). These works consistently bridge clinical practice with rigorous multi-institutional data.

Awards:

• North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Endoscopy Prize (awarded twice)
• Fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Leadership Impact: As NASPGHAN Pancreas Committee member, Dr. Barth co-authored foundational guidelines for acute pancreatitis management and endoscopy training. He directs Children's Medical Center Dallas' endoscopy program, overseeing clinical operations, research initiatives like the INSPPIRE registry, and advanced procedural training for fellows. His work on cost-effectiveness of in-hospital ERCP directly influences healthcare policy for pediatric biliary disease.