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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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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.

Last reviewed and updated in December 2024.

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

 

  • 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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