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… NICU Orthopedics Urology Spina Bifida Born with a severe form of spina bifida, Meia Simpson wasn’t expected to be … children with spina bifida, the neural tube doesn’t close completely, leaving an open lesion in the spine where spinal …

… Jordan & Joshua's Story Patient Stories Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Beating All Odds Hereditary Complications You would never know from their animated … says Kristine, the boys’ mother. “There's not a lot of information out there about it.” That may be in part because …

… look in her eyes was alarming, and Katy's parents called for an ambulance to take her to Phoenix Children's. Katy was … a roller coaster ride. When doctors finally delivered the news, it confirmed their worst fears. Katy had experienced a … had destroyed the right side of her brain. She was in a coma. The next days were a blur of confusion, but Leslie …

… Fighting fair: A guide to better communication Blog Arguments COVID-19 Psychology Sometimes … into screaming matches or dead silence, these tips are for you!  By deploying these methods when a conversation … use this technique, you might find yourself going back and forth several times. Just keep practicing; it’ll get easier. …

… Dog Safety Families bring new pets into their homes for many reasons. Some want to teach their children about … also teaching them how to be respectful, responsible and compassionate. Making children aware of these important … April 10 – 16 , Phoenix Children’s wants to share valuable information to keep your child safe around dogs.   Never …

… thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) Blog Hematology Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Has your child been getting a … to a low platelet count. Immune thrombocytopenic purpura, commonly called ITP, is a blood disorder that can cause … out of 100,000 people are diagnosed with it. There are two forms of ITP: Acute thrombocytopenic purpura.  While acute …

… hard to keep our hospitals and clinics clean and safe for patients, families and staff. This year, Environmental … boys, had been unemployed for nine months and was near foreclosing on her house when she got a job as a … campus. “I love this job. Everyone is friendly, and I feel comfortable, safe and like I belong to a great team.” Martha …

… hard to keep our hospitals and clinics clean and safe for patients, families and staff. This year, we want to … the overturned car safely get out of the vehicle. Nina, a former medical assistant, then tapped into her medical … team. “Our role is a really big part of people feeling comfortable while they’re at Phoenix Children’s. We keep …

… Care Area 9, were recently recognized as finalists for March of Dimes’ Heroes in Action Awards – Arizona's … but we are working in “unprecedented times.” While it is becoming the new norm, it has been challenging for me and … with kids, especially in the medical field, is a dream come true. Cathleen: I love the development of this new role …