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Open Neural Tube Defects (ONTDs) in Children What are open neural tube defects in children? Open neural tube defects (ONTDs) are problems with the way the brain, spinal cord, or spine forms while a baby is growing in the pregnant person’s uterus. These problems occur in about 1
Core Competencies
The program is committed to providing experiences and training necessary to help achieve the core competencies. Any areas of difficulty will be addressed and interns will receive assistance to strengthen that area in a collaborative manner. The difficulty of clinical situations
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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in Children What is Duchenne muscular dystrophy in children? Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a genetic condition that weakens your child’s muscles. It is the most common muscular dystrophy, a kind of inherited muscle disease. DMD causes weakness
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Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis in Children What is Langerhans cell histiocytosis in children? Langerhans cell histiocytosis is a rare disorder. It occurs when there are very high levels of a type of immune cell called a Langerhans cell. In the past, this disorder was thought to be
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Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy in Children What is Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy in children? Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy (EDMD) is one of the muscular dystrophies. These are a group of rare, inherited muscle diseases (myopathies). EDMD causes weakness in your child
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Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Secures Three Prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Grants
Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix has been awarded three new R01 grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the gold standard of federally funded research awards.
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Rett Syndrome in Children What is Rett syndrome in children? Rett syndrome is a rare genetic developmental and neurological disorder. It almost exclusively affects girls. Children with this disorder often develop normally for their first 6 to 18 months. After that, they start to
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Your “To Do List” to Recharge Your Brain for a Healthier You
For many of us, it’s difficult to remember the last time we woke up feeling rested, full of energy and excited about the day ahead. Many of us feel exhausted and stressed, despite all the technologies we have available to be more efficient and connected. While it may seem that
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What Are Red Blood Cells? Red blood cells carry fresh oxygen all over the body. This is important to your health. Red blood cells are round with a flattish, indented center, like doughnuts without a hole. Your healthcare provider can check on the size, shape, and health of your
Programs & Services
At Phoenix Children’s, your child has access to comprehensive surgical services and support – from evaluation, consultation and inpatient care through outpatient services and follow-up. Our pediatric surgeons offer traditional and innovative minimally invasive techniques