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Quinn’s heart, her strength and a dance floor full of possibility
… mother, Sandee Walker, walked into her anatomy scan in 2017, she expected to leave with a simple memory of finding … had hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), a rare and complex congenital heart defect in which the left side of … beyond for us.” From the start, Dr. Velez wanted Quinn’s family to know this journey can take twists and turns – and …
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It takes a village: Supporting infant and family mental health
… It takes a village: Supporting infant and family mental health Blog Barrow Neurological Institute at … a new baby home can be a beautiful and exciting time for parents and families. There are also many aspects of … when new families obtain support from family, friends, and community. The age-old adage states “It takes a village to …
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Jordan & Joshua's Story
… for Cancer and Blood Disorders Beating All Odds Hereditary Complications You would never know from their animated personalities and infectious smiles that Jordan and Joshua live every day in pain. The 13-year-old twins not only look, act and sound alike, …
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Better Hearing and Speech: Benefits of Cochlear Implants
… can help children with hearing differences achieve their communication goals. A cochlear implant is more than a … loss so severe that they can't benefit from hearing aids. For those children, options for communication include sign … make sure that it is the right choice for the patient and family. At Phoenix Children's, the specialists work as a team …
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Summer safety toolkit: Helpful tips to keeping your kids safe in the sun
… Safety Sports Medicine Travel Water Safety Center for Family Health and Safety For many families, summer break … Hear from Dr. Wendy Bernatavicius, division chief of Complex Care and Adolescent Medicine and Brittany Miller, a …
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Researcher Spotlights – March 2022
… to neonatology because of her desire to be involved with families during this very special time of their lives, as well … of neonatology and has expertise in treating neonates with complex medical diagnoses. Dr. Tom joined Phoenix Children’s medical staff in 1998 and the new Neonatology Division in 2020. She currently …
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Dog Bite Prevention Week: Teaching your child pet safety
… Prevention Wound Care Phoenix Children’s Center for Family Health and Safety Dogs make wonderful additions to any … different dogs are best suited for different families. I recommend researching breeds to make sure your family is able … care. If a wound is severe, seek immediate care or call 911. As my son continues to create a special bond with Leo, …
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Ashley's Story
… Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s HSV-1 A Serious Misdiagnosis Corrected at Phoenix Children’s Not … she knew she was in her bedroom, she did not remember coming home. She got out of bed find her mom, but was too … in on the left side of Ashley's body. She was rushed by family members to their family physician who was very familiar …
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Living with Food Allergies During the Holidays
… in the past decade in Western countries and are becoming an important public health concern due to the large … of people affected. In infants and young children, cow’s milk allergy predominates. Fortunately, this allergy is … are a few tips and resources that I hope you find useful: 1. Fun size Many of the “fun-size” treats aren’t labeled for …
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Phoenix Children’s Names Associate Surgeon in Chief of Phoenix Children’s Hospital – East Valley
Kathleen van Leeuwen, MD, will serve as associate surgeon-in-chief of Phoenix Children’s Hospital – East Valley, slated to open in 2023. Dr. van Leeuwen is recognized in her field as an outstanding physician and surgeon and, as a longtime resident and active community member in the East Valley, she has worked and lived alongside the families Phoenix Children’s serves.