Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Multidisciplinary Perspective
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Gastroenterology & Hepatopancreatobiliary Medicine".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2025 | Viewed by 402
Special Issue Editors
Interests: digestive disorders; inflammatory bowel disease; Crohn's disease; stress and disease; immune system
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Interests: digestive disorders; inflammatory bowel disease; stress management and chronic disease; integrative care; mindfulness; acceptance and commitment therapy
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on the comprehensive management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, through a multidisciplinary approach. IBD is a chronic, complex immune-mediated disorder requiring collaboration among gastroenterologists, surgeons, dietitians, psychologists, and other healthcare providers. Despite significant advancements in biologic therapies, immunosuppressive treatments, and diagnostic tools, challenges persist in IBD management due to disease heterogeneity, the risk of long-term treatment side effects, and the impact on patients' psychological well-being and quality of life.
The core aim of this Special Issue is to address critical clinical challenges, including optimizing individualized treatment strategies, reducing flare-ups, preventing complications, and improving long-term patient outcomes. Research explores the integration of pharmacologic treatments, surgical interventions, nutritional management, and psychological support to provide a holistic approach to care. Multidisciplinary collaboration is essential to meet the diverse needs of patients, particularly in managing chronic disease, personalizing care, and providing patient education.
The scope of this Special Issue includes the latest advancements in drug therapy, surgical management, nutrition, and psychological interventions. It seeks to offer practical insights for clinicians, promote cross-disciplinary cooperation, and provide solutions to ongoing challenges in IBD management, ultimately improving treatment efficacy and patient quality of life.
Prof. Dr. Gary Edward Wild
Dr. Kimberly Carrière
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- inflammatory bowel disease management
- Crohn's disease
- ulcerative colitis
- patient-centered care
- multidisciplinary management
- personalized treatment
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