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Toe-to-hand transfer gives Loni freedom to scooter with ease
… develop gross and fine motor skills and enable kids to become more independent while opening doors to exploration, … a scooter. Dr. Schaub recommended this surgery because studies show the brain connection and adaptation to limb …
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Internationally Renowned Physician-Researcher Joins Phoenix Children’s, University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix
In the culmination of a year-long, nationwide search, Phoenix Children’s and the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix today announced the hire of Stewart Goldman, M.D., as chair of the Department of Child Health and senior vice president of research.
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Three Siblings. Three Heart Warriors
Every day, heroes Jason, Isabel and Jaxon fight against a one-in-a-million heart condition.
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Concerned your child has a learning disability? Here’s what you can do
… That’s not to say I didn’t struggle. I gritted my teeth, studied all the time and leaned on my family for support. It … ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell or complete mathematical calculations. Learning disabilities do …
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Molly’s story: Empowering others after powering through cancer
… support of her family, has inspired Molly — who recently completed treatment for cancer — to dream of providing hope … for Cancer and Blood Disorders, said from day one, Molly embodied true resilience. “She fought with grace, hope and …
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Taking a “reading” on reading problems
… Although early readers may confuse the letter/sound combinations of “b” and “d” or may read “was” as “saw,” … The causes of significant reading problems are multiple, complex and not fully understood. While reading problems … dyslexia and hinder the eye tracking needed for reading Dietary treatments encouraging a child to eat foods rich in …
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In a world of dialysis, airlifts and wait lists, a ‘Ray’ of sunshine makes people smile
… then, he’s had diabetes-related kidney failure and other complications. With faith and fortitude, the family makes it … at home,” Candace noted. In tune with people, emotions and melodies Candace homeschools Regan. He also attends the nearby …
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Living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta: Theo’s medical journey
… crying all the time no matter what they did to comfort him. When Theo was four weeks old, Christina heard … because they are very insightful. They know their bodies. They can tell you what’s happening.” “Second, I’ve …
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Cerebral palsy: The challenges, the beauty
… Americans are living with cerebral palsy (CP) , the most common physical disability of childhood. Caused by brain … Program at Phoenix Children’s, which offers the only comprehensive program of its kind in the Southwest. March … Analysis Lab , where physical therapists and engineers studied her movement patterns and muscle activity to create a …
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Researcher Spotlights – March 2022
… of neonatology and has expertise in treating neonates with complex medical diagnoses. Dr. Tom joined Phoenix Children’s … in 2020. She currently serves as Chair of the Credentials Committee and as a member of the Medical Executive … research forward with numerous investigator-initiated studies within and outside the network. In 2016, Dr. van …