Dr. Jon Marc Rhoads MD
Gastroenterologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Gastroenterology
6410 Fannin St Suite 500 Houston TX, 77030About
Dr. Jon Rhoads is a pediatric gastroenterologist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Rhoads specializes in digestive system, liver or nutritional problems in children from the newborn period to their teens. Conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, lactose intolerance, chronic constipation or obesity can all be treated by a pediatric gastroenterologist.
Education and Training
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Oral bovine serum concentrate improves cryptosporidial enteritis in calves.
- Inducible nitric oxide synthase mediates early epithelial repair of porcine ileum.
- Research agenda for pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition: secretion and diarrhea. Report of the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition for the Children's Digestive Health and Nutrition Foundati
- Persistent and chronic diarrhea and malabsorption: Working Group report of the
- Arginine deficiency in preterm infants: biochemical mechanisms and nutritional implications.
- Corticosteroid-responsive enteropathy of infancy.
- Intestinal ribosomal p70(S6K) signaling is increased in piglet rotavirus enteritis.
- Arginine activates intestinal p70(S6k) and protein synthesis in piglet rotavirus enteritis.
- Arginine stimulates cdx2-transformed intestinal epithelial cell migration via a mechanism requiring both nitric oxide and phosphorylation of p70 S6 kinase.
- Changes in intestinal Toll-like receptors and cytokines precede histological injury in a rat model of necrotizing enterocolitis.
- Human-derived probiotic Lactobacillus reuteri strains differentially reduce intestinal inflammation.
- Lactobacillus reuteri strains reduce incidence and severity of experimental necrotizing enterocolitis via modulation of TLR4 and NF-κB signaling in the intestine.
- Impaired gastric emptying and small bowel transit in children with mitochondrial disorders.
- Alpers syndrome: an unusual etiology of failure to thrive.
- Safety and tolerability of Lactobacillus reuteri DSM 17938 and effects on biomarkers in healthy adults: results from a randomized masked trial.
Treatments
- Celiac Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Constipation
- Malnutrition
- Pain
- Gas
- Jaundice
Fellowships
- Toronto Hospital for Sick Children 1986
Dr. Jon Marc Rhoads MD's Practice location
Practice At 6410 Fannin St Suite 500
6410 Fannin St Suite 500 -Houston, TX 77030Get Direction
Dr. Jon Marc Rhoads MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
![]()
What Is Jaundice: Get the FactsJaundice is the yellowish color that often appears on the skin of newborns. This condition develops when bilirubin builds up in the baby’s blood. While pregnant, the mother’s liver gets rid of the infant’s bilirubin; however, after birth, the child’s liver eliminates the bilirubin on its...
![]()
Probiotics May Not Relieve Constipation in ChildrenAccording to a new study published in the journal, Pediatrics, probiotics may not improve constipation in children more than any other dairy product that does not contain probiotics. This is different from the effect of probiotics in adults where it is supposed to give good relief from...
![]()
Newborn Jaundice Prognosis and Home RemediesJaundice is a condition that causes yellowing of the skin and certain parts of the eyes. Your child will be checked for jaundice three days after being born. Nevertheless, you should watch out for any signs of the disorder after your go back home since it can take up to seven days to become...
![]()
Gastroenteritis in Children: Signs of DehydrationGastroenteritis is an intestinal infection that is caused by poorly prepared foods, contaminated water, etc. It can cause diarrhea, nausea, headache, and vomiting.What causes it?Gastro is caused by viruses. They include:• Rotavirus• AdenovirusHow is the gastroenteritis virus passed?Children can...
![]()
The History of Celiac DiseaseWhat is celiac disease?A gluten-free diet is a must for people with celiac disease, which is an autoimmune disorder that can get triggered by gluten. Gluten is a protein that is usually found in foods such as wheat, rye, and barley. When people with celiac disease ingest this protein, damage to the...
![]()
Encopresis: How Can I Help My Child?What is encopresis?Encopresis is a disorder characterized by the involuntary leaking of poop due to chronic constipation. This disorder is usually observed in children 4 years old and above.In encopresis, the wall and the nerves of the bowel are stretched when poop is held on for a longer time. This...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Eric Chiou MD6701 Fannin St Houston TX 77030![]()
Dr. Essam M Imseis MD6431 Fannin St Houston TX 77030![]()
Dr. Stephanie Horwitz Abrams M.D.6701 Fannin St Houston TX 77030![]()
Dr. Wallace A Gleason M.D.6410 Fannin St Houston TX 77030![]()
Dr. Craig Jensen MD6701 Fannin St Houston TX 77030![]()
Dr. Beth Carter MD6701 Fannin St Houston TX 77030
Nearest Hospitals
MEMORIAL HERMANN TEXAS MEDICAL CENTERl
6411 FANNIN HOUSTON TX 77030CHI ST LUKE'S HEALTH BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MEl
6720 BERTNER HOUSTON TX 77030METHODIST HOSPITAL,THEl
6565 FANNIN HOUSTON TX 77030