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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 … happening with their son. In short order, Theo’s medical team solved the mystery of Theo’s pain and his multiple … varied and long-term needs of OI patients. The condition ultimately can affect many parts of the body. The team’s …
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Ventricular Assist Devices – Bridges to life
… with heart failure , which ranks it among the most common serious conditions in children. Heart failure occurs … swelling, etc. Often, children with heart failure will ultimately require a heart transplant for their condition. … Phoenix Children’s Heart Center has a dedicated VAD team consisting of cardiac surgeons, cardiologists, cardiac …
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Her [heart] beat lives on
… of her firstborn. Emerson, diagnosed in the womb with a complex congenital heart defect, survived for just over two … in a teddy bear given to the family by the fetal cardiology team at Phoenix Children’s. “The bear is something that I … was best for Oaklyn, who appeared to be perfectly healthy. Ultimately, they didn’t want their family to be separated or …
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Despite a brain aneurysm, brain tumor and epilepsy, Kylah’s crushing it
… attitude and a whole lot of moxie. “Kylah is such an overcomer,” said the sixth-grader’s mother, Meghan. “All of her … for further management of her condition by a specialized team, including neurosurgeon David Shafron, MD . Her … on to have several additional breakthrough seizures and ultimately developed a rare form of epilepsy known as …
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Katherine’s journey to seizure freedom
… work. She continued experiencing frequent seizures, which ultimately prevented her from various day-to-day tasks and … to be awake during the procedure? But then, my medical team walked me through it and I thought, it sounds like any … was a little skeptical. “I thought my epilepsy may come back,” recalled Katherine. But she remained determined …
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Globally Renowned Research Scientist Joins Phoenix Children’s, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Vladimir Kalinichenko, MD, PhD, will be Director for the Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, and professor of Child Health with tenure. Dr. Kalinichenko is internationally renowned for his research in lung development and regeneration.
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Pediatrician vs. Urgent Care vs. Emergency Department
Many children who get sick or suffer a minor injury will recover with home care, but some may need medical attention. What should you do if your child is sick, and how do you know if it’s time to call their pediatrician or go to the urgent care or emergency department? Read on
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Keeping keto: Thanksgiving edition
… a smaller plate will naturally reduce portion sizes and ultimately carbohydrate intake while tricking your brain … two years ago and it was a hit! Mashed potatoes and gravy. Steam chopped cauliflower and use a cheese cloth to squeeze … single servings. If you prefer the whole shebang when it comes to pie, check out this recipe from the Charlie …
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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 … if difficult-to-treat spasms aren’t controlled. Dr. Bernes ultimately prescribed ACTH – a hormonal therapy that … pediatric kidney-pancreas transplantation. Multispecialty teams evaluated Regan and his family. “I’m glad my husband …
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Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Created to Bolster Pediatric Cures, Treatments
Phoenix Children’s, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pediatric healthcare systems, and University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, today announced the creation of The Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, a collaboration that will allow clinicians to accelerate research efforts.
