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Quality Day: More important than ever
… quality improvement projects, introduces new ideas for the future, promotes staff participation in quality initiatives and creates a venue for sharing outcomes. This year, we will also celebrate the progress made … harm as a leading cause of death worldwide. Previous studies estimate that roughly 400,000 deaths occur each year in …
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Researchers at Phoenix Children’s First in the World to Produce Mouse Lungs in Rats
Pediatric patients who have severe forms of lung disease associated with respiratory failure often need transplantable lung tissues and this study proves generating transplantable lungs from stem cells using large animals as bioreactors is possible.
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Study from Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Reveals New Way to Prevent Lung Cancer from Spreading
Research conducted at the Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix shows normalizing cancer tumor vessels and alleviating low oxygen levels in the tumor microenvironment can improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy treatment in lung cancer, according to a paper published in EMBO Molecular Medicine.
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Phoenix Children’s Hosts Inaugural Heart & Hand Clinical Excellence Awards
Phoenix Children’s hosted its first Heart & Hand Clinical Excellence Awards on Thursday, October 21 at the Phoenix Country Club. The Heart and Hand Clinical Excellence Awards honor Phoenix Children’s physicians and advanced practice providers who have made exceptional contributions to pediatric medicine. Keynote speaker, former NHL player and current chief hockey development officer for the Arizona Coyotes, Shane Doan, addressed attendees during this event that focused on celebrating excellence in the areas of clinical care, research and medical education. The event host and emcee was Phoenix Children’s Physician-in-Chief Dr. Jared Muenzer, with additional speakers President & CEO Robert L. Meyer and Surgeon-in-Chief Dr. Daniel Ostlie.
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Phoenix Children’s furthering research on migraine treatments for children
… and a nurse practitioner. The program continues to grow, welcoming its first pediatric headache fellow in 2022. The … habits such as sleep, physical activity, hydration, and diet. Biofeedback therapy uses electrical sensors to monitor … treatments to be approved for use in children in the near future. “Lots of kids miss school and activities because of …
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Cystic Fibrosis care for kids AND adults at Phoenix Children’s
… CF, from newly diagnosed newborns to elderly adults who come from all over the state of Arizona to receive care. … team is made up of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, social workers, a psychologist, care navigators, … adulthood with normal lung function and plans for the future, and we are privileged to help them navigate life …
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A cautionary tale to prevent cardiovascular disease
… too late. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute recommends three key action steps to prevent heart disease : … stresses how everyone can benefit from a healthy diet and adequate physical activity , regardless of their … year, I share his story, hoping it will help others in the future. … A cautionary tale to prevent cardiovascular disease …
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Innovation, dedication, tenacity and love: LJ's Story
… Suddenly, LJ and his family found themselves on a medically complex and highly emotional journey that would take them to … Kruer and Phoenix Children’s. Dr. Kruer’s research lab studies rare genetic disorders in children that are related to … you are fun,’” recalled Aebi with a smile. Looking to the Future: A Big Move with the Phoenix Children’s Team in Full …
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Phoenix Children’s Expands Research Team with Scientist Pioneering New Childhood Cancer Treatments
The health system continues to strengthen its focus on pediatric research with the hire of Tanya Kalin, MD, PhD, a renowned scientist focused on pioneering effective treatments for pediatric cancers with fewer negative side effects for children.
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Important Road Closures Surrounding Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Thomas Campus
We want patient families to find the best and easiest way to get to us. As expansion projects continue on Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Thomas Campus, a temporary road closure on our campus is necessary to support construction work. In addition, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has an upcoming pavement improvement project impacting State Route 51 between I-10 and Colter Street, which may affect families traveling to Phoenix Children’s.