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Innovative Cancer Research Physician Joins Phoenix Children's
Mario Otto, MD, PhD, has been appointed Director of the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD) and Division Chief of Hematology/Oncology at Phoenix Children’s.
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Two exciting new technologies make a difference for young heart failure patients at Phoenix Children’s
… Failure Heart Transplant SynCardia VAD Ventricular Assist Device Phoenix Children’s Center for Heart Care Each year, … condition, heart failure often leads to multiple hospital visits for these young patients, as we monitor their heart … at Phoenix Children’s are helping children remain more comfortable at home while we monitor and manage their heart …
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Tyler's Story
… And that was before he had even turned 10. “He started complaining of back pain early,” says Tyler’s mother, … Arizona, sought answers from a variety of health care providers. Some suggested he had bulging discs or deterioration in his spine. Tyler tried visiting physical therapists and chiropractors — all the …
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Pool party means pool safety
… temperatures in the US. We automatically scope out shade in parking lots, drink water by the gallon, and celebrate … it hard to see children. Distractions are everywhere. We visit homes without a fence around the pool. When I go to … child’s chest) are swim aids that can make your child more comfortable while he or she swims. You can begin to use a US …
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Natalee's Story
… Story Patient Stories Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Natalee is as unique as the spelling of her name. She … her spine. "The staff is extremely talented, gifted, very compassionate, and when they have to be, they’re very … Michael Etzl, MD, Neuro-Oncologist. Once a year, Natalee visits Michael Lavoie, PhD. He makes sure her cognitive and …
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ASU, Phoenix Children’s Partnership Announces First-of-their-Kind Nursing Programs
Phoenix Children’s and Arizona State University’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation are thrilled to announce an expansion of their strategic partnership with the development of pre-licensure and graduate-level programs that enhance the preparation of Arizona’s future pediatric nurses.
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Jaxton’s journey – The first ever MELODY valve in mitral position
… Advisory Council (PFAC). Our lives were turned upside down when our baby was 23 weeks new in my womb. After many doctor’s visits and ultrasounds, we had a diagnosis: Jaxton was born full term with a complete atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD) . A complete …
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Phoenix Children’s Is the First-Ever Health System in the U.S to Use Medtronic Stealth Autoguide™ Cranial Robotic Guidance Platform for Neurosurgery
Nationally ranked pediatric leader, Phoenix Children’s Hospital, is the first-ever health system in the U.S. to receive and deploy the newly FDA-cleared Medtronic Stealth Autoguide™ platform. Medtronic, a global leader in medical technology, chose Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) at Phoenix Children’s as its first partner using this robotic technology. The highly advanced surgical tool is intended for use with the Medtronic StealthStation™ system, and Phoenix Children’s Hospital will use it in surgery for pediatric patients suffering from a range of neurological conditions.
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Phoenix Children’s Launches Division of Infectious Diseases, Names Chief
In a move to further enhance the award-winning health system’s ability to provide specialized care for children at high risk of infection, Phoenix Children’s created a new Division of Infectious Diseases and named Wassim Ballan, MD, chief of the division.
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Phoenix Children’s Named Business of the Year by the Greater Phoenix Chamber
Following Phoenix Children’s recent recognition from the Greater Phoenix Chamber as Exceptional Innovator, Phoenix Children’s was honored as Large Businesses of the Year during the Chamber’s 31st Annual IMPACT Awards Luncheon. Innovation, growth, quality improvement, and a goal to educate are among what leaders at Phoenix Children’s recognize as its major success drivers.