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Pretend scanner helps children overcome fears
… Pretend scanner helps children overcome fears Blog Child Life Imaging Radiology This Kitten … and Doris Chicken. Each character has its own story geared toward children ages 3 to 9 explaining why they need a scan. …

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Concerned your child has a learning disability? Here’s what you can do
… That’s not to say I didn’t struggle. I gritted my teeth, studied all the time and leaned on my family for support. It … their kids need and deserve and chart a new path forward to ensure a rich, full life for their children. What is … ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell or complete mathematical calculations. Learning disabilities do …

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Toe-to-hand transfer gives Loni freedom to scooter with ease
… develop gross and fine motor skills and enable kids to become more independent while opening doors to exploration, … with amniotic band syndrome (ABS), a spontaneous and not genetically linked condition that restricts blood flow and can … a scooter. Dr. Schaub recommended this surgery because studies show the brain connection and adaptation to limb …

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Families first at Phoenix Children’s
… the healthcare system and advocating for someone with complex medical needs. And for many families like her own, … with DMD as a 5-year-old, based on a clinical exam, warning signs and symptoms. The family first came to Phoenix … clinic or any area of care within the Phoenix Children’s network Partnering with Phoenix Children’s care teams, staff …
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Living day by day and never giving up: Sebastian’s story
… to their family. Their daughter Sophia was excited to become a big sister. During Maria’s 20-week ultrasound, her … that.” The team suspected that Maria’s baby may have a genetic abnormality, so they provided the family with health … Sometimes with a preemie, you take a couple steps forward and a couple steps back,” she says. “But whenever I …

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Phoenix Children’s and 12 News share miracle stories from 2020
… subsequent chemo treatments – along with an array of health complications requiring specialty care from nearly a dozen … – Erb's Palsy – which damaged her brachial plexus (the network of nerves that sends signals from the spinal cord to … what would happen during surgery and what to expect afterward. The operation was successful on every account: …

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Katherine’s journey to seizure freedom
… cells through a single, tiny incision. Using MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) and high-resolution monitors, … was a little skeptical. “I thought my epilepsy may come back,” recalled Katherine. But she remained determined … that it was not contagious. A bright future ahead Fast forward to 2022, Katherine has remained seizure-free. She has …

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New drug therapy helps Arizona children with rare liver disease
… Caden and Drew have Alagille syndrome (ALGS), a rare genetic disorder that can affect different parts of the body, … the boys and their families — Phoenix Children’s would become the first hospital in Arizona to prescribe pediatric … team for their expertise and dedication and are looking forward to what the future holds. For more information about …

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A broken heart
… as an acronym for his full name – was diagnosed with such complex heart deformities that providers didn’t expect him … to a teenaged son and toddler daughter – were looking forward to getting a glimpse of their third child during their … performing additional fetal echo tests and fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Additionally, Fetal …

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Easton never gives up
… and neurological care. Their team focuses on meeting the complex care needs of children with brain, spine and nervous … Easton remained unconscious for approximately 10 days. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed that Easton’s brain … mood and motivation, and it gave him a fun goal to work toward. “Easton was hooked,” said Bryan, adding that Easton …
