Samuel Nurko

Dr. Samuel Nurko is a Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and serves as Director of both the Center for Motility and Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders and the Functional Abdominal Pain Program at Boston Children's Hospital. His clinical expertise spans pediatric gastroenterology with specialization in motility disorders and functional gastrointestinal conditions.

• Medical School: University Nacional Autonoma de Mexico (1981)
• Internship: Boston City Hospital (1982)
• Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital (1984)
• Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital (1987)

Dr. Nurko's research focuses on pediatric functional gastrointestinal disorders, with particular emphasis on motility disorders, constipation, abdominal pain conditions, and disorders of gut-brain interaction. His work bridges clinical practice with translational research, investigating both diagnostic methodologies and therapeutic interventions for children with complex gastrointestinal conditions. He has made significant contributions to understanding the pathophysiology of functional GI disorders and developing evidence-based treatment approaches.

His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on clinical trials of novel therapeutics (particularly linaclotide for pediatric constipation), diagnostic methodologies for motility disorders, transition care from pediatric to adult medicine, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children with functional GI disorders. His work often involves large multicenter collaborations and contributes to international consensus guidelines.

Dr. Nurko holds certifications from the American Board of Pediatrics in both General Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology. His clinical specialties include constipation, encopresis, GERD, gastroparesis, gastroschisis, and Hirschsprung's disease.

He directs the Functional Abdominal Pain Program and the Motility and Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders Center at Boston Children's Hospital, where he oversees comprehensive care for children with complex gastrointestinal motility issues and functional disorders. His leadership in these programs has established them as national referral centers for challenging cases of pediatric motility disorders.