He has experience as both a general pediatrician and a pediatric gastroenterologist, having trained in various settings. He has worked in both general and specialized care, including regional hospitals and a dedicated pediatric center. He completed his specialization in pediatric gastroenterology and currently divides his time between hospital-based practice, private outpatient care, and PhD research focused on pediatric inflammatory bowel disease. He is committed to providing evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to each child’s needs.

Dr. Dávid Horváth is a native Hungarian speaker. Additionally, he is fluent in English at a professional level and speaks Italian well.

Professional experience:

• Since April 2025: FirstMed Budapest, pediatrician
• Since 2020: Hungarian Reformed Church, Bethesda Children’s Hospital, Budapest, pediatric gastroenterologist

Providing outpatient and inpatient pediatric gastroenterology care at the department, treating approximately 100 children with IBD and various abdominal complaints, serving a larger region of 330,000 inhabitants.

• 2020-2022 Hungarian Reformed Church, Bethesda Children’s Hospital, Budapest, pediatrician, pediatric gastroenterologist trainee

Worked in the pediatrics department, treating children over 1 year old in tertiary care.

• 2020-2022 Verőce-Szokolya (regional practice in Pest County), pediatrician general practice

Provided pediatric care for nurseries, kindergartens, and schools in local villages.

• 2017-2019 Saint Margaret Hospital, Budapest, pediatrician trainee

Participated in inpatient and outpatient care, primarily focusing on infant neurorehabilitation.

• 2013-2017 Jávorszki Ödön Hospital, Vác, pediatrician trainee

At this regional hospital with a pediatrics department and a delivery room, he participated in the general inpatient care of children with general clinical conditions and care for newborns in the delivery room.

Education and qualifications:

• From 2024.09. PhD studies, topic: The Role of Psychological Interventions in Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• 2022 Board Examination in Pediatric Gastroenterology
• 2019 Board Examination in Pediatrics
• 2013 University of Pécs, Medical Doctor, “cum laude”

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family. He has two young children. Additionally, he likes riding his bicycle and is a home barista.

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Dávid Horváth if your child has any health issues, especially stomach problems, or simply to ensure your child’s growth and development are on track and they are up to date with vaccinations.