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… pandemic has certainly brought families many new challenges, including controlling the amount of screen time … children to now get 8 hours a day of screen time through a combination of virtual school, online video meetings with … of entertainment related screen time (social media, video games, TV, etc.). While much has been discussed about the …

… in the U.S. are diagnosed with cancer every year. And while there is good news – survival rates have climbed … only to accidents. As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, Phoenix Children’s is shining a spotlight on …

… neared puberty, Hugo Barnett suffered from asthma and struggled to breathe. Cardiovascular exercise or playing sports … “funnel chest” or “concave chest,” pectus is the most common chest wall deformity and can range from mild to … the surgery has resulted in greatly improved outcomes,” says Phoenix Children’s pediatric surgeon and medical …

… Institute at Phoenix Children’s Neurology Seizures Epilepsy In 2010, just before entering the fifth grade, … a frequent occurrence. During Katherine’s basketball games, her dad, Dorsey, would closely monitor Katherine on the … was a little skeptical. “I thought my epilepsy may come back,” recalled Katherine. But she remained determined …

… can help you prepare for a healthy, rewarding year. Schedule a well-child visit If your child hasn’t recently had a … medical history, including any medicines they take, and complete a physical exam. This visit is also an ideal time … neck or shoulders. Some kids may prefer a crossbody or messenger-style bag that better spreads the weight across …

… Phoenix Children’s Allergy and Immunology Clinic celebrates a decade of success … and Immunology Clinic, we knew it would fill a need for the community, but I don’t think anyone expected the array of … all of the allergic conditions in one visit and sometimes combine treatment,” added Dr. Bauer. “We’re a one-stop …

… A cleft lip and palate can’t hold back Dylan Patient Stories … Tom Sitzman, MD , Dylan’s plastic surgeon. “There are sometimes drugs and chemicals that can cause a cleft lip or palate … a bottle. With a cleft lip and palate, the lip doesn’t form completely. There’s also a separation in the roof of the …

… vision screenings can protect your kids from preventable vision impairment Blog Ophthalmology Primary Care Phoenix … care is noticed by her patients as well. “Children are very comfortable with Dr. Pepka,” said Alma. “She can make … that children have their eyes routinely checked several times within their first three years: At birth: Pediatrician …

… Excavatum Ever hear of Pectus Excavatum? It’s the most common chest wall deformity and it occurs in about one in … diagnosed within the first year of life and is four times more common in boys than girls. Phoenix Children’s … team to care for patients, Phoenix Children's has less than a 2% complication rate, while the national average …