Travis D. Ayers

Travis D. Ayers, M.D., is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Arkansas Children’s Hospital. His primary clinical focus is on pediatric gastroenterology, specializing in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and Eosinophilic Esophagitis. He holds board certifications in General Pediatrics and Pediatric Gastroenterology. Dr. Ayers actively participates in clinical research through international registries and trials, including contributions to the ImproveCareNow Network. He volunteers with the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, serving on executive boards and medical committees. His practice spans locations in Little Rock and Springdale, Arkansas.

Education:

• Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina (2012)
• Pediatric Residency: Tulane/Ochsner Program (2015)
• Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship: University of Maryland (2018)

Research Interests: Dr. Ayers’ work centers on optimizing treatments for IBD and Eosinophilic Esophagitis, including dietary interventions, corticosteroid reduction strategies, and novel therapies like tofacitinib. His research also explores growth outcomes in adolescents with Crohn’s disease and genetic factors in pediatric seizures. He collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to advance personalized and evidence-based care for gastrointestinal disorders in children.

Professional Contributions: Dr. Ayers’ peer-reviewed publications address clinical guidelines, pharmacotherapy, and patient outcomes in pediatric gastroenterology. He is a member of the ImproveCareNow Network, a learning health system focused on improving IBD care through collaborative research. No specific grants or awards are explicitly mentioned, but his involvement in clinical trials indicates active research funding.

Clinical Practice: He provides outpatient and inpatient care at Arkansas Children’s Hospital and Northwest locations, emphasizing patient-centered management of gastrointestinal conditions requiring specialized expertise.