Meet Dr. Anthony O. Anani

The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is an essential part of what makes us human. Our ability to share a meal with family and friends, to grow to our full potential and to excrete waste products from the body, is very dependent on a healthy GI tract. But when something isn't working correctly, it can cause a lot of health and growth problems.

I've always had an interest in how the GI tract works, and especially how it impacts children. It's a privilege to care for kids with these issues and help them achieve their God given potential. I joined Cook Children's in 2019, and really enjoy the ability to collaborate with other clinicians and care providers to help the children we care for get well and stay out of the hospital. Caring for children is such a rewarding experience and I'm grateful I get the opportunity to do that every day at work.

When I'm not spending time with kids and families at Cook Children's, I can be found spending time with my own kids and family. I also enjoy sports, especially basketball, and look forward to hearing all about the sporting and academic achievements of my patients.

Dr. Anthony Anani is amazing! He is professional, but also maintains a wonderful bedside manner. He answered all of my questions in layman's terms. The way he interacts with my son lets me know that he truly has a heart for helping children. The staff in the GI clinic are very polite and efficient. I actually enjoy going to appointments in this office. — Patient family

Services

  • Breath testing for dietary carbohydrate intolerances
  • Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy and colonoscopy
  • PH/impedance probes
  • Rectal biopsies
  • Wireless capsule endoscopy

Reviews

Average rating:

4.8
Questions were addressed
4.8
4.8 (48)
Provider explained things clearly
4.8
4.8 (48)
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.8
4.8 (48)
Trust/confidence in physicians
4.8
4.8 (48)

What our families say

  • November 21, 2025

    The medical assistant was very nice. Dr Anani was super kind and calming. That's the type of doctor my daughter and most kids need. Really liked them both.

  • October 04, 2025

    I have already bragged on and recommended Dr. Anani to multiple parents. He fully engaged with [...], who was visibly nervous and having trouble explaining certain things, eased her mind and listened to her symptoms. He then fully explained, with drawn pictures and words, each possible cause for her stomach problems. He also explained why anxiety can cause stomach issues in a way no other adult has. He looked at her ongoing issues that she's gone to her pediatrician for, and saw a possible correlation between her [...], and [...]. He then ordered blood tests for each possible cause, and prescribed her [...] for the next 4 weeks to see if it helps. This is the first doctor who has fully listened, looked back at her medical records, and moved forward to find a cause, instead of just saying "here's a pill. Here's some cream." I appreciate him so much, and I feel confident we will find answers with Dr. Anani.

  • August 25, 2025

    The visit was great

  • August 09, 2025

    Dr. Anani went out of his was to come in on call and relieve [...] condition. He was very informative and thorough on his diagnosis and treatment plan. I've had the opportunity to work around many anesthesiologist in my career and Dr. [...] was the most polite with the best bedside manors I've ever seen! He explained everything to [...] and ensured he was comfortable before, during, and after the procedure. Unfortunately ai can't remember all their names but the entire staff at Cook Children Prosper were fantastic! A+++

  • August 05, 2025

    The visit was a 10/10. I would highly recommend Cooks.

  • August 05, 2025

    All staff were amazing. Dr Anani made sure [...] was okay with his treatment plan and asked if [...] had any questions. [...] from child life was simply amazing.

  • July 03, 2025

    I would like to take a moment to sincerely thank the wonderful doctors and staff at Cook Children's Hospital. I'd also like to recognize Dr. Anani, who has shown genuine concern and attentiveness in addressing the issues we've faced. Their thoughtful approach and dedication have made a real difference in our journey. Cook Children's truly has some of the kindest and most courteous healthcare workers. We're very thankful to be in such capable and compassionate hands.

  • June 17, 2025

    Everything was great

  • June 14, 2025

    Check-in was great. They found the paperwork I had forgotten and printed a copy off for me to keep. Everyone is so nice and helpful there, and very quick and efficient.

  • June 05, 2025

    We have never had a bad visit with any providers or staff. We always leave Cook Children's feeling very well cared for.

  • June 05, 2025

    Dr. Anani always goes above and beyond when caring for and interacting with my child. He is very kind, gentle, patient, and always willing to answer questions.

  • June 04, 2025

    Everyone was super friendly

  • June 04, 2025

    We had a very pleasant visit

  • May 23, 2025

    Amazing experience, really informative

  • April 22, 2025

    Front desk reception was prompt, courteous and helpful.

  • April 17, 2025

    Dr. Anani was great! Very personable, very attentive and thorough. Did not rush through the visit and made us feel so comfortable!:)

  • April 01, 2025

    Everyone was very friendly

  • April 01, 2025

    I appreciated how the nurse & doctor talked to my child first before speaking to me about his history & reason for visit.

  • March 14, 2025

    Dr. Anani is always exceptional each time we see him in terms of his manner towards my son and myself. We love coming to see him.

  • March 12, 2025

    Dr Anani is amazing. Clear and practical discussion. Thoughtful and caring throughout this process

  • January 23, 2025

    Amazing!

  • January 16, 2025

    The entire visit was extremely positive and calm!!!!! So so grateful

  • January 16, 2025

    [...], Dr Anani, everyone at check in, the lab tech and [...] were all so helpful and kind!!!

  • December 17, 2024

    Everything was great

  • December 13, 2024

    We really appreciate Dr. Anani making us and our son feel comfortable. He was very thorough in his explanations and answered all the questions we had. We are thankful this is who we were referred to.

  • December 10, 2024

    I absolutely love Dr. Anani and the nurse [...] had today- he was awesome!

  • December 10, 2024

    All of the nurses were so helpful and listened to [...] and bent over backwards to get her what she wanted. Best experience!

Publications

Publications:
  • Rifai G, Anani A, et al, Liver Transplantation for Hepatitis B in Early Adulthood: Analysis of U.N.O.S Database.Transplant Proc. 2016
  • Bhesania N, Anani A, et al, Vomiting in a 2 year old with a "twist"-undiagnosed gastric volvulus, Image of the month, J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2015 Mar 17. [Epub ahead of print]
  • Anani A, Gonzalez B, Krishna S. Shoulder dislocation in a newborn www.pediatricsconsultantlive.com 2011 Oct.
Media:
  • Anani A, Goebel B, Osterman A, Prince J. SmartStart Birth Kits: Empowering Women, Delivering Health. Poster/Proposal presentation at Global Social Entrepreneurship Competition (GSEC). Seattle, WA. February 2008
  • Anani, A. Integration of Neglected Tropical Diseases Control Programs in Endemic Nations: A Review of Empirical Studies on Integration in Business Literature and its Implications to Integration Strategies to Control of Neglected Tropical Diseases. Thesis poster presentation, Rollins School of Public Health Emory University; Atlanta GA 05/2009
  • Anani A, Hupertz V, DiFiore J W, Mahajan L. Video Capsule Endoscopy in the Diagnosis of Obscure Gastrointestinal Bleeding in a Child. Poster presentation at North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Annual Scientific Meeting 2011; Orlando, Fl. 10/2011
  • Anani A, Collyer E, Wyneski M, Moses J. Utility of Magnetic Resonance Enterography for Detecting Extraluminal Pathologies in Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Poster presentation at North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Annual Scientific Meeting 2014; Atlanta, Georgia. 10/2014
  • Anani A, Park E, Udayasankan U, Magnuson D, Hanna R, Radhakrishnan K. Unusual Presentation of Dysphagia in a 17 year old male; Hodgkin's Lymphoma with Esophageal Communication or Esophageal Duplication Cyst and Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Poster presentation at North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Annual Scientific Meeting 2014 Atlanta, Georgia. 10/2014
  • Collyer E, Patel S, Anani A, Lappé S, Grove D, Dweik R, Alkhouri N. Analysis of Volatile Organic Compounds in the Exhaled Breath of Patients with Celiac Disease. Poster presentation at 2015 AAP National Conference and Exhibition, Washington DC October 2015
  • Anani A, Hanouneh I, Mohamad B, Matloob A, Lopez R, Zein N, Alkhouri N. Hepatitis B Infection In Children Can Progress To End-Stage Liver Disease Requiring Liver Transplantation In Early Adulthood: Analysis Of The Unos Database. Poster presentation at North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Annual Scientific Meeting 2015, Washington DC October 2015 (Poster of distinction)
  • Selvakumar P, Anani A, Maksimak B, Liu X, Hupertz V. Small Bowel Hemangioma Presenting As Gastrointestinal Bleeding In A Teenage Patient. Poster presentation at North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Annual Scientific Meeting 2015, Washington DC October 2015
  • Collyer E, Anani A, Patel S, Lopez R, Dweik R, Grove D, and Alkhouri N. "Analysis of Exhaled Breath Volatile Organic Compound Can Be Used to Differentiate Children With Celiac Disease From Healthy Controls" Poster Presentation at Digestive Disease Week; San Diego, CA. May 2016Collyer E, Anani A, , Patel S, Lopez R, Dweik R, Grove D, and Alkhouri N. "Analysis of Exhaled Breath Volatile Organic Compound Can Be Used to Differentiate Children With Celiac Disease From Healthy Controls" Oral Presentation at Cleveland Clinic Children's Pediatric Research Day; Cleveland, OH 5/10/2016
  • Anani A, Collyer E, Mahajan L. "The use of smart applications to reduce pre-procedural anxiety in pediatric patients undergoing outpatient endoscopy" Oral Presentation at Cleveland Clinic Children's Pediatric Research Day; Cleveland, OH 5/10/2016
  • Anani A, Collyer E, Mahajan L. "Immunization rates for PPSV23 (Pneumovax) in immunocompromised pediatric patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Room for Improvement" Poster Presentation at Cleveland Clinic Children's Pediatric Research Day; Cleveland, OH 5/10/2016

Media

Dr. Anthony Anani Named to D Magazine 2022 Best Pediatric Specialists

Education

  • Medical school:
  • University College Hospital, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria; Emory University, Atlanta, GA
  • Residency:
  • Cleveland Clinic Children’s, Cleveland, Ohio
  • Board certifications:
  • American Board of Pediatrics
  • American Board of Pediatric Gastroenterology

Affiliations

  • American Academy of Pediatrics (Fellow), North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology (member),Cook Children's Physician Network

Recognitions

  • Mom-Approved Doctor (2025)
  • D Magazine's 2025 Best Pediatric Specialists

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