David P. Hudesman, MD

I was inspired to pursue medicine when I realized it was the best way to combine my interest in science with my desire to help others. As co-director of NYU Langone’s Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and perform endoscopic procedures such as colonoscopy, chromoendoscopy, capsule endoscopy, and upper endoscopy.

I chose to specialize in the treatment and care of people with IBD, which primarily includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, because this was an area of medicine in which I felt I could make a significant and meaningful difference for my patients and in the overall advancement of research and science.

IBD is a chronic condition, so I have the privilege of caring for my patients for long periods of time. This allows me to develop strong, long-term relationships. Getting to know my patients in this way and helping them to become and remain healthy are my favorite parts of being a physician.

At the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, we believe it’s important not only to treat the disease but also to care for the whole person. This is why we work in partnership with our patients—to ensure they receive the most effective treatment and care. We provide the latest advances in treatment options, as well as the coordination of nutrition, support groups, acupuncture, surgery (if needed), and other services to ensure that the comprehensive care we provide helps improve all aspects of people’s lives.

IBD represents a complex interaction between genetics, gut bacteria, the body’s immune system, and the environment. My research focuses on optimizing and personalizing medical therapies for people with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. I’m also studying how to best diagnose and treat patients with IBD and spondyloarthropathy—conditions that often cause joint pain.