GI For Kids

What GI For Kids does

GI For Kids, PLLC is a private pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition medical practice headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, founded in 2001 and operating as a professional limited liability company. It provides diagnostic, treatment, and care services to children from infancy through young adulthood across gastrointestinal disorders including inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), constipation, food allergies, celiac disease, liver disease, pancreatic conditions, and feeding issues. The practice employs 51-100 staff including 13 listed providers (MDs, DOs, CPNPs, PNPs, PA, and RDN dietitians), making it what the firm describes as the only freestanding independent pediatric GI facility in East Tennessee and a self-styled Center of Excellence for Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition.

The practice operates six clinic locations across East Tennessee and Kentucky (Knoxville main campus, Crossville, Morristown, Corbin, Cleveland, and the UT Medical Center Young Adult Clinic), supplemented by seven hospital-based endoscopy partnerships covering procedures including EGD, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, polypectomy, and pediatric-specific interventions. Core clinical infrastructure includes an in-house infusion center (Remicade, TREMFYA), in-house radiology and ultrasound, allergy scratch testing, an on-site dispensary, specialized pediatric phlebotomy, and an array of specialty clinics (Constipation Clinic, Liver Clinic, Holistic Medicine Clinic, Pelvic Floor Therapy, Nutrition Clinic, Allergy For Kids, Healthy Lifestyle Clinic). Patient-facing digital touchpoints include the MyHealthRecord patient portal, MDPay online bill pay, and MyUpdox appointment requests, with an online supplement e-commerce storefront and active social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) plus media partnership through WATE Wellness Wednesday segments. Adjacent ecosystem assets include the KidsFACT nonprofit for pediatric IBD support and community programs such as cooking classes.

Revenue is generated through professional clinical services billed primarily via insurance (with self-pay options and no facility or parking fees), supplemented by online supplement sales. The go-to-market model is referral-based from primary care providers across East Tennessee, augmented by community-led engagement through educational events and local media; gastroenterology is a referral-driven specialty, so the practice's footprint across multiple cities and strong hospital partnerships function as the primary commercial channels. No funding rounds, M&A activity, or investor disclosures appear in the available record.

Name

GI For Kids

Legal name

GI for Kids, PLLC

Website

https://www.giforkids.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

GI For Kids is a private pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition medical practice based in Knoxville, Tennessee, diagnosing and treating digestive, allergic, and nutritional disorders in children across six clinic locations in East Tennessee and Kentucky, supported by hospital-based endoscopy partnerships and an in-house infusion center.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Gastroenterology Services

NAICS

Ambulatory Health Care Services (621)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)

akta.pro primary industry

Pediatric Gastroenterology & Hepatology (HLAKAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Endoscopy & GI Diagnostic Centers (HLAFAKAG), Endoscopy & GI Procedure Centers (HLAFAIAE)

Keywords

• Pediatric gastroenterology services
• Pediatric nutrition counseling
• Infusion therapy services
• Endoscopy procedures
• Pediatric specialty clinics

Headquarters

HQ city

Knoxville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Clinical Services Revenue: Revenue generated from office consultations, procedures, infusion treatments, and diagnostic services for pediatric gastroenterology patients. Services are billed through insurance or self-pay.
2. Supplement Sales: Sale of holistic medicine supplements and products through the practice's online dispensary store

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

GI For Kids is a private pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition medical practice that diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal, hepatic, and nutritional disorders in children and young adults. Core services include office consultations, infusion therapy (Remicade, TREMFYA), in-house imaging and allergy testing, an on-site dispensary, and endoscopic procedures performed at partner hospitals, delivered across six clinic locations in East Tennessee and Kentucky. The practice operates multiple specialty clinics (Constipation, Liver, Nutrition, Holistic Medicine, Pelvic Floor Therapy, Healthy Lifestyle, Allergy For Kids) and a Young Adult transition clinic.

Product overview

GI For Kids is a private, comprehensive pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition center offering a unified platform of medical services. The core offering centers on pediatric GI medical care with in-house diagnostic capabilities (radiology, ultrasound, allergy testing, lab services) and treatment facilities (infusion center, in-house dispensary). The practice operates multiple specialty clinics (Constipation Clinic, Holistic Medicine Clinic, Liver Clinic, Nutrition Clinic, Pelvic Floor Therapy) alongside procedural services (endoscopy, colonoscopy, feeding tube management). Adjacent services include cooking classes, an online supplement shop, and the KidsFACT non-profit support organization for IBD patients. The practice serves patients across multiple Tennessee and Kentucky locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KidsFACT: Kids Fighting Against Crohn's and Colitis Together - a nonprofit support group to help kids and families with IBD through support, education, family support, and research.
• Healthy Lifestyle Clinic
• Holistic Medicine Clinic
• Constipation Clinic
• Allergy For Kids
• Nutrition Clinic
• Liver Clinic
• Pelvic Floor Therapy

Products and services

• Infusion Center On-site infusion facility for administering IV biologic therapies including Remicade and TREMFYA for pediatric patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
• Endoscopy Procedures Upper endoscopy (EGD), colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, polypectomy, pH probe, Bravo, TIF procedure, Nissen fundoplication, pancreatic stimulation, and rectal suction biopsy performed at partner hospital endoscopy suites.
• Radiology and Imaging Services In-house pediatric imaging services including X-ray, ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, MRE, modified barium swallow, esophagram, small bowel follow-through, dexa scan, MRCP, and ERCP.
• Allergy For Kids Clinic Food allergy scratch testing and related allergy diagnostic and treatment services for pediatric patients.
• Constipation Clinic Dedicated clinic for evaluating and treating pediatric constipation, run by Chelsea Watkins, NP. Constipation accounts for 20-25% of office visits.
• Nutrition Clinic Nutrition counseling services including dietary assessments, meal planning, and specialized diet management provided by registered dietitians.
• Holistic Medicine Clinic Specialty clinic offering lifestyle and wellness counseling, medical nutrition, botanical medicine, and prescription medication services.
• Healthy Lifestyle Clinic Specialty clinic offering exercise recommendations, nutrition and snack ideas, and injection instructions.
• Liver Clinic Specialty clinic for liver diseases including Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and related liver biopsy procedures.
• Pelvic Floor Therapy Specialized physical therapy services for pediatric pelvic floor conditions.
• Feeding Tube Services Placement and management of G Tubes, GJ Tubes, NG Tubes, and NJ Tubes, including hospital admission for NG tube clean-out.
• In-House Dispensary On-site pharmacy providing convenient prescription and supplement fulfillment for patients at the clinic.
• Young Adult Clinic Specialized clinic at UT Medical Center for patients ages 14-26 transitioning from pediatric to adult GI care.
• Cooking and Baking Classes Interactive cooking demonstrations and nutrition education classes open to the community, including gluten-free baking classes in partnership with Free Reign Bakery.
• Supplement Shop Online store for holistic supplements including ImmunoBerry, Elderberry Syrup, Vitamin D, and other wellness products.

Quantifiable outcome

• No facility or parking fees, saving patients hundreds to thousands of dollars annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• East Tennessee Children's HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary hospital partner for endoscopic procedures including EGD and colonoscopy. The practice performs procedures in the hospital's state-of-the-art endoscopy suite with specialized pediatric anesthesiologists and nurses.
• Turkey Creek Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEndoscopy procedure location for pediatric GI procedures in the Knoxville area.
• UT Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Tennessee Medical Center partnership including a Young Adult Clinic location and endoscopy procedure services.
• Middlebrook Surgery CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSurgical center partner for pediatric GI procedures.
• Cumberland Valley Surgical CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSurgical center partner for procedures serving the Crossville area.
• Surgery Center of ClevelandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSurgical center partner for procedures serving the Cleveland, TN area.
• Volunteer Surgery CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSurgical center partner for pediatric GI procedures.
• KidsFACT (Kids Fighting Against Crohn's and Colitis Together)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerNonprofit support organization founded by GI for Kids and Dr. Youhanna Al-Tawil to support children and families coping with IBD through education, family support, and research. Raises awareness and funding through annual events including golf tournament and rodeo.
• Free Reign BakeryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partnership for educational baking classes focused on gluten-free diets.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Boston Children's Hospital: Harvard-affiliated pediatric academic medical center with a leading Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition. Comparable as a top-tier pediatric GI provider operating at much larger institutional scale than GI For Kids, with comprehensive IBD, hepatology, and motility programs.
• Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP): Premier pediatric academic center with a renowned Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, including a large IBD program and pediatric liver transplant services. Comparable as a leading pediatric GI provider operating at national academic-medical-center scale.
• Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center: Top-ranked pediatric hospital with a renowned Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition — home to the Cincinnati Children's IBD Center and major pediatric hepatology research. Comparable as a leading pediatric GI provider with a multidisciplinary, IBD-focused care model similar in spirit to GI For Kids' specialty-clinic ecosystem.
• Texas Children's Hospital: One of the largest pediatric hospitals in the U.S. with a Department of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition offering comprehensive IBD, hepatology, and motility services. Comparable as a large-scale pediatric GI provider with multi-specialty clinic structure similar to GI For Kids' sub-clinic ecosystem.
• Nemours Children's Health: Multi-state pediatric health system operating children's hospitals and outpatient specialty practices across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Florida. Comparable as a multi-location pediatric specialty provider with integrated subspecialty offerings and a similar 'hub + spoke' geographic model.
• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta: Large pediatric health system with a Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition serving Georgia. Comparable as a pediatric GI provider with comprehensive specialty services including IBD, hepatology, and nutrition programs across multiple locations.
• Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago: Northwestern-affiliated pediatric hospital with a Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition offering IBD, hepatology, and feeding program services. Comparable as a major pediatric GI provider in an academic medical center setting with comparable sub-specialty breadth.
• Akron Children's Hospital: Multi-location regional pediatric health system in Northeast Ohio with hospital-based and outpatient pediatric specialty services across multiple counties. Comparable as a multi-site pediatric specialty provider operating outside the top-tier academic medical centers, similar in regional scale and operating model to GI For Kids.
• Nationwide Children's Hospital: Columbus, Ohio-based pediatric academic medical center with a leading Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition — home to one of the largest pediatric IBD programs in the U.S. Comparable as a top-tier pediatric GI provider with active research and IBD treatment focus.
• Children's Hospital Colorado: University of Colorado-affiliated pediatric hospital with a Digestive Health Institute providing comprehensive pediatric GI, hepatology, and nutrition services across multiple locations. Comparable as a multi-site pediatric GI provider with academic affiliation and integrated specialty services.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@giforkids638
• Facebookfacebook.com/GIForKids
• Instagraminstagram.com/giforkids
• Xx.com/GI4Kids
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gi-for-kids

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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