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How to make shots less stressful for kids
… Children’s Pediatrics Primary Care Stress Vaccination The idea of a getting a shot can induce anxiety in some kids. … those fears and make the next vaccination appointment more comfortable for your little one. Here are tips on how to … approach for helping them cope with anxiety around clinical visits – especially when they must receive a shot. …
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Type 1 Diabetes is a team sport
… noticed that she couldn’t seem to get enough to drink. And despite being potty-trained for a year and a half, she also … The power of teamwork Chirag Kapadia, MD , who has since become the division chief of Endocrinology , had only been a … “I don’t do it alone,” Dr. Kapadia added. “In the three visits Gracie’s had with me in the past year, a diabetic …
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New treatment offers hope to child with peanut allergies
… reactions, including anaphylaxis, that may occur with accidental peanut exposure,” said Heidi Schmidt, an allergy and … treatment, Genna and her family had to make a significant commitment. Genna’s treatment would involve a series of … weeks for the dose to be increased in the clinic, and these visits happen 12 times,” Schmidt said. “Sometimes we have to …
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Important Road Closures Surrounding Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Thomas Campus
We want patient families to find the best and easiest way to get to us. As expansion projects continue on Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Thomas Campus, a temporary road closure on our campus is necessary to support construction work. In addition, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has an upcoming pavement improvement project impacting State Route 51 between I-10 and Colter Street, which may affect families traveling to Phoenix Children’s.
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Phoenix Children’s NICU NEST Clinic: A nest above the rest
… NICU NEST Clinic: A nest above the rest Blog COVID-19 Developmental Pediatrics Neonatology NEST Clinic Neurology … most fragile population: premature, at-risk, and medically complex infants. This clinic is an important piece of infant … from hospital discharge to 3 years of age. The clinic visit consists of two appointments in one. Families have an …
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"I am strong": Nash’s journey to a happy liver
… change, Nash’s parents noticed a lump in his stomach. They visited their pediatrician right away. Because it was a … weekend, they were referred to Phoenix Children’s. They headed straight to the emergency department. At the time, they … poster, inspired by the Joshua 1:9 Bible verse: “This is my command – Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or …
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Feeding Tube Awareness Week and Feeding Disorders
… Feeding Tube Awareness Week and Feeding Disorders Blog Feeding Disorders Feeding Tube Gastroenterology … difficulties of all levels. Phoenix Children’s provides a comprehensive evaluation and treatment for medically complex … of outpatient treatment: Intensive Phase (5-6 weeks) : 24 visits - including four therapy visits per week with an …
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Rylie’s story: Horseback riding a reality thanks to immunotherapy
… I would saddle the horse for her and try to keep her outside the barn and away from the hay and dust as much as … was always no. After about a year of lessons, she began competing at horse shows. These were very long days around … of shots was once a week and Rylie would get 9 shots per visit! Slowly, our visits were less often with less shots …
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Phoenix Children’s and Brain Injury Alliance partnership brings hope and support for patients and families impacted by brain injuries
… faces when they realize the incredible progress they have made in their inpatient and outpatient therapy following a … our team realized the need to improve our connections to community-based services to smooth the continuity of care … address these specific concerns.” Patients and families can visit The Emily Center at Phoenix Children’s Thomas campus …
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A Lifetime of Care for Children with Spina Bifida
… and their families constantly amaze us. We take great pride in the way they navigate their daily lives caring for a child with a complex medical condition. What Is Spina Bifida? Spina … informed decisions that bring the best results. The first visit for a child with spina bifida is typically in the …
