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Phoenix Children’s Earns Pair of Highest Achievable Three-Year Accreditations for Inpatient Rehabilitation Services
Phoenix Children's, one of the nation’s largest pediatric health systems, has received a pair of three-year accreditations from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) in the specialties of Inpatient Rehabilitation Pediatric Specialty Program and Brain Injury Specialty Program. Phoenix Children’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Program is the only pediatric and adolescent program in the state. CARF International is an independent nonprofit accreditor of health and human services aimed at raising care standards for service providers.
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Eli’s Journey to Scoliosis Surgery
Meet Eli, a 16-year-old runner, who received posterior spinal fusion surgery at Phoenix Children’s to treat progressive adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.
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Phoenix Children’s Hires World-Renowned Scientists, Improves Understanding of Childhood Illnesses
With these hires, Phoenix Children's is delving into new cancer treatments that have fewer side effects while also enhancing their understanding and care of brittle bone disease. The two join a large and growing team of researchers investigating new therapies for a wide range of devastating childhood illnesses.
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"I am strong": Nash’s journey to a happy liver
… Nash’s parents noticed a lump in his stomach. They visited their pediatrician right away. Because it was a … poster, inspired by the Joshua 1:9 Bible verse: “This is my command – Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or … family can opt into communicating with the donor family if both parties approve. For now, Nash’s family doesn’t know …
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Suicide Prevention: 6 reasons for hope
… today may seem hard. But our mistakes help us learn to overcome even harder obstacles. You’re stronger than you know. … ideas, check out this blog on how to get unstuck. 5. Your future isn't set in stone You might feel powerless right … life. But there are always people there for you. Instead of bottling up your feelings, express them to someone. You …
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9 tips to help teens build healthy self-esteem
… Finally, the ever-present use of social media further complicates teen lives. Although a great way of connecting … build self-esteem: 1. The basics Adults can’t perform our best if basic needs aren’t met. Teens are no different. … learn how to use critical thinking skills when navigating sites and social media platforms. This may include how to …
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Dr. Jason D. Fraser Appointed Division Chief of Pediatric Surgery at Phoenix Children’s
As an accomplished surgeon, leader and professor, Dr. Fraser will be tasked with ensuring pediatric patients receive high-quality, family-centered surgical care whether they’re receiving treatment at Phoenix Children’s Hospital — Thomas Campus, a new site of service in the west or east Valley or one of the health system’s outpatient surgery centers.
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Exercise-induced asthma and its imitators
… in patients with poorly controlled asthma , exercise is a common trigger for asthma symptoms. In some patients, the … Clinic and the Breathmobile . The Severe Asthma Clinic has both allergists and pulmonologists who work together to … clinic that travels to Phoenix-area schools and community sites. The unit provides asthma identification, teaching, …
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Your “To Do List” to Recharge Your Brain for a Healthier You
For many of us, it’s difficult to remember the last time we woke up feeling rested, full of energy and excited about the day ahead. Many of us feel exhausted and stressed, despite all the technologies we have available to be more efficient and connected. While it may seem that
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A home away from home: Brooke’s story
… as a home away from home. “Being a medical mama is the best club I never wanted to be part of,” Brittany says. “But … is the place where kids with serious medical conditions come.” Although Brooke still experiences daily seizures, … contributing to the parent portal app, and supporting website updates. “My child has a tough diagnosis, and I have …