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Transitions from Pediatric to Adult IBD Care

To ensure continuity of care for pediatric patients diagnosed with Crohn’s or colitis as they transition from pediatric to adult IBD care

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This Clinical Care Pathway was last updated in December 2024.

Disclaimer
Clinical care pathways are not a substitute for the personalized judgement and care of a trained healthcare professional. 


Dr. Natasha Bollegala (University of Toronto & Women’s College Hospital) and Dr. Nancy Fu (University of British Columbia) are the leads for this clinical care pathway, including regular review and maintenance.

 

  • Canada has among the highest incidence rates of Crohn's and colitis in the world.
  • 1 in 140 Canadians lives with Crohn’s or colitis.
  • Families new to Canada are developing these diseases for the first time.
  • Incidence of Crohn’s in Canadian kids under 10 has doubled since 1995.
  • People are most commonly diagnosed before age 30.

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