Melissa Munroe
Houston,TX
Summary
Pediatric Gastroenterology fellow at University of Texas Health Science Center with a strong commitment to academic medicine. Clinical interests include general gastroenterology and eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders (EGIDs). Research interest in probiotics in pediatric gut health and in EGIDs. Demonstrated track record in medical education, multidisciplinary collaboration, and scholarly activity. Seeking a full-time academic attending position where I can contribute to patient care, medical education, and clinical research.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellow
University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
07.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care to complex patients on inpatient service and in outpatient clinics including general gastroenterology, intestinal rehabilitation, liver, high‑risk, and polyposis clinics. Obtained significant exposure to patients with eosinophilic GI disorders, IBD, celiac disease as well as the common gastrointestinal complaints such as IBS and constipation.
- Developed endoscopic proficiency through high-volume procedure load. At the beginning of my third year I have performed approximately 200 EGDs and 90 colonoscopies to date. My endoscopy experience includes regularly conducting polypectomies( given our institution's participation in a polyposis clinic), competency in endoscopic management acute GI bleeding includign multiple modalities including limited experience in esophageal variceal banding, Experience and comfort with PEG/GJ tube placement, Bravo capsule, and pH probe placement.
- Delivered teaching and mentorship across multiple levels: participated in the GI section for resident board prep series, lectured at academic half‑days, presented at GI‑surgery conferences, journal club, motility club.
- Currently serving as Co‑Chief, duties include oversee scheduling, coordinate service assignments, and support curriculum logistics.
- Active in scholarly activity and quality initiatives: I have had the opportunity to present my research at conferences at the institutional, regional and national level.
Resident Physician
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital (JDCH)
07.2020 - 06.2023
Senior House Officer/Medical Officer
Bustamante Hospital For Children
07.2017 - 04.2020
Medical Intern
Bustamante Hospital For Children
07.2016 - 06.2017
Education
The University of The West Indies, Mona Campus
06-2016
Skills
- Comprehensive clinical care in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition
- Strong technical skills in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy
- Proficiency in breath test interpretation, ph-impedance probes,anorectal manometry, pancreatic stimulation test and others
- Dedicated to medical education and trainee mentorship
- Effective collaborator in multidisciplinary care teams
- Committed to quality improvement and evidence-based practice
- Clinical and translational research interests
Certification
- Board Certified in Pediatrics – American Board of Pediatrics
- Board Eligible in Pediatric Gastroenterology
- State Medical License – Texas
- PALS, BLS – Current
Languages spoken
English, native language
Awards
Jamaican Independence Open Scholarship 2011, “Intern of the Year” Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital 2021, "Outstanding Resident Mentor" Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital 2023.
Posters and Publications
- Probiotic administration to Treg deficient mice decreases lung inflammation and modulates gut and lung microbiota 2025- (Poster Presentation at Digestive Disease Week and second place abstract winner at fellows reseach symposium University of Texas Health Science Center)
- Noninvasive Biomarkers in Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Current Perspectives 2025( Submitted to Applied Sciences journal, pending publication)
- Wernicke encephalopathy in a pediatric patient with cannabinoid hyperemesis: A novel case report 2024 (JPGN reports,PMID: 39149192)
- Interpreting the Uncertain: A Case Report of a Neonate with Cholestasis and a single variant in CYP27A1 gene linked to Cerebrotendinous Xanthochromatosis 2023 (Poster Presentation at NASPGHAN annual meeting)
- Successful Treatment of Pediatric Eosinophilic Duodenitis with Enteric Coated Budesonide 2022(Poster Presentation at NASPGHAN annual meeting)
- Atypical Presentations of Pediatric Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders 2022 (Poster Presentation at NASPGHAN annual meeting)
- The Role of the Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Rare Diseases 2021 (Poster Presentation at NASPGHAN annual meeting)
- Three intersecting pandemics: NAFLD, childhood obesity and COVID 19 2022 (Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Grand Rounds)
- Diagnostic Challenges in Pediatric Wilson’s Disease 2022 (Poster Presentation at Memorial Healthcare System Research Day)
COMMITTEE PARTICIPATION
- Resident Representative Memorial Healthcare System, GME Program Evaluation Committee 2021-2023
ADVOCACY
- Efforts to Promote Universal Maternal Hepatitis C Screening at Memorial Healthcare System 2021-2023
Training
- Integrative Medicine in Pediatrics Curriculum- Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine
- Biostatistics for Clinical Investigators Course CLRS 5009- University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
- Physician Educator Certificate Program-University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
- Introduction to Epidemiology Research- University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston ( currently registered)
Timeline
Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellow
University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
07.2023 - Current
Resident Physician
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital (JDCH)
07.2020 - 06.2023
Senior House Officer/Medical Officer
Bustamante Hospital For Children
07.2017 - 04.2020
Medical Intern
Bustamante Hospital For Children
07.2016 - 06.2017
The University of The West Indies, Mona Campus
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