Dr. Mattar is the Quality Improvement Officer for the Division of Gastroenterology. Mark Mattar, MD, is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology. He has expertise in diagnosing and treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn's disease, colitis and other digestive diseases that include irritable bowel syndromeand colon cancer. Dr. Mattar has a particular interest in IBD therapeutics and IBD and colorectal cancer prevention. He is active in clinical research and medical education for trainees, the community, and patients. Dr. Mattar sees patients in his gastroenterology practice at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. He embraces a holistic approach to patient care within the Center for IBD at MedStar Georgetown as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team that includes dietitians and other key providers. He is also active in clinical trials for IBD and performs fecal microbiota transplantation for recurrent and refractory C. difficile infection. Dr. Mattar teaches at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. He is also an active member of the mission committee of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, D.C. Metro chapter; the ACG Training Committee and the Patient Education National Scientific Advisory Committee for CCFA. In 2014, Dr. Mattar was recognized by the American Gastroenterological Association's Bridges to Excellence Program for his commitment to providing comprehensive quality care for patients with IBD. Dr. Mattar enjoys family time with his wife and son, including fishing in local ponds and creeks. He especially enjoys exploring the Washington museums and playgrounds with his young son. Patients and practitioners can connect with Dr. Mattar on Twitter (@gastrodocmattar) and follow his tweets on new developments in gastroenterology.