Kirk Thame, MBBS
Gastroenterology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Children 0-11
- Teens 12-17
- Young Adults 18-21
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Kirk Thame
Dr. Kirk Thame is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist and an expert in pediatric neurogastroenterology and gastrointestinal motility disorders. He serves as Division Head of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, as well as Medical Director of the Neurogastroenterology and Motility Center and Medical Director of the Colorectal Clinic.
Throughout his career, Dr. Thame has developed innovative programs to improve the care of children with complex digestive disorders. He established the first pediatric gastroenterology service in Jamaica and has since led the development of nationally recognized motility and multidisciplinary colorectal programs at major children's hospitals, including Children's of Alabama and Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Dr. Thame specializes in caring for children with chronic constipation, fecal incontinence, swallowing disorders, abdominal pain, disorders of gut motility, and other complex gastrointestinal conditions. He is committed to providing compassionate, family-centered care using the latest diagnostic techniques and evidence-based treatments to help children achieve the best possible quality of life.
Insurances Accepted
Locations
- Gastroenterology - Children's Hospital Main Campus
- 200 Henry Clay Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118
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- Phone: 504.896.9534
- Gastroenterology - Children's Hospital Specialty Care Lafayette
- 936 Kaliste Saloom Road, Lafayette, LA 70508
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- Phone: 504.896.9534
- Fax: 337.456.6775
- Gastroenterology - Children's Hospital Pediatrics Specialty Care & Outpatient Therapy Covington
- 5025 Keystone Boulevard, Covington, LA 70433
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- Phone: 504.896.9534
- Fax: 985.302.5365
- Colorectal Clinic - Children's Hospital Main Campus
- 200 Henry Clay Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118
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- Phone: 504.896.9756
- Fax: 504.896.3979
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Wash U/St Louis Children's Hospital, 2001
- Residency: UM/Jackson Memorial Hospital, 1998
- Residency: University Hospital of the West Indies, Mona, 1995
- Medical Education: University of the West Indies, 1992
Board Certifications
- Pediatric Gastroenterology: American Board of Pediatrics
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
53 ratings, 5 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2026
Dr. Thame is very attentive to my concerns and listens carefully to what I have to say. He explains things to me and my son in a way that we can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2026
The care of everyone was wonderful. My daughter and I both felt confident, validated, and relieved.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
Dr. Thame was very friendly. He explained everything to us in a way that we could understand. He answered all the questions that I had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Wish he did his procedures in Lafayette (locally). VERY INCONVENIENT to have to drive 2 hours away for a colonoscopy. Other than that he was great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2025
I always have tremendously great doctors and technicians whenever my grand children come ! Always.