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Rosie Hodges, PsyD
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- Every clinician and staff member has an impact on the patient and family experience. Today, we’re introducing you to two leaders helping lead Phoenix Children’s effort to ensuring we provide a consistently exceptional experience at every encounter, regardless of where the care is provided.
Dr. Dana Williams, a pediatric gastroenterologist, serves as medical director of patient experience. In this role, she works closely with Andréa Aken’Ova, the director of patient and family centered care. Get to know them in this Q&A.
- Raquel Percival shares her son Cameron’s journey toward sound after being diagnosed with moderate-to-severe bilateral permanent hearing loss at 19 days old.
- Known for his joyful dances and giggles, Harrison got a new heart before he learned to walk. His transplant story is heartwarming, to say the least.
Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s, Deep brain stimulation (DBS), Dystonia, Movement Disorders
Kruer, Michael C., MD
- Dr. Michael Kruer shares what families need to know about dystonia and how Phoenix Children’s is on the leading edge of treating this neurologic movement disorder in children.
- Nash went through a cancer diagnosis, chemo, liver surgery and a liver transplant – all before he turned 3 years old. An organ donation saved his life.
- Undergoing an MRI or CT scan, also known as a CAT scan, can be stressful for kids. They may hear sounds or be in a room they haven’t seen before. Phoenix Children’s has tools to help make scans less intimidating.
Chelsea Tobin, PhD
- Anxiety-related conditions among children and young adults are on the rise. Dr. Chelsea Tobin is a pediatric psychologist at Phoenix Children’s. Here, she answers common questions about anxiety in children. She also offers tips on how parents can help kids cope with anxiety.
- During American Heart Month, the Reed family shares the story of Maddox, their infectiously happy son who received a heart transplant at Phoenix Children’s.