Dr Jeng Cheng

Dr Jeng Cheng is an experienced Consultant Paediatrician who specialises in Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare for children and young people, Dr Cheng provides comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and long-term management for young patients presenting with complex gastrointestinal conditions. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams and families, Dr Cheng formulates tailored clinical care plans designed to address each child's unique developmental and nutritional needs in a reassuring and supportive environment.

Dr Cheng possesses clinical expertise in managing complex conditions, including paediatric inflammatory bowel disease (pIBD) and paediatric Crohn's disease. Primary focus areas also encompass neurodisability feeding difficulties, intestinal failure, and severe gastrointestinal disorders requiring specialised nutritional support. Furthermore, Dr Cheng is skilled in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) placement, diagnostic endoscopy, and procedure-related pain management techniques such as anterior abdominal wall blocks to optimise patient comfort.

In addition to clinical practice, Dr Cheng is actively engaged in medical research and clinical innovation aimed at advancing patient care. Research contributions include evaluating disease progression in paediatric Crohn's disease, enhancing non-invasive nutritional interventions, and exploring innovative approaches to reduce intestinal inflammation. Through participation in multicentre clinical studies and active involvement in professional paediatric gastroenterology networks, Dr Cheng remains committed to promoting evidence-based care and improving long-term health outcomes for young patients.