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Phoenix Children’s and Mesa Pediatrics Join Together to Provide Comprehensive Care to Families in the East Valley
Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Mesa Pediatrics Professional Association (“Mesa Pediatrics”) are thrilled to announce Mesa Pediatrics and its four locations across the Phoenix East Valley joined Phoenix Children’s Pediatrics. The collaboration brings together providers from two of Arizona’s original pediatric institutions. Mesa Pediatrics was the first pediatric practice established in the East Valley with a board certified pediatrician, and Phoenix Children’s is the first and only standalone children’s hospital in Arizona.
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Preventing Overuse Injuries in Youth Athletes
One of the most important things that competitive youth athletes need to be aware of is that overtraining can lead to overuse injuries. By following tips from Phoenix Children’s, young athletes can be better prepared to prevent overuse injuries that could keep them out of the game.
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Fighting like a girl
… staff the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) through a partnership between the two organizations. Within one hour … At Arizona’s only Level IV freestanding NICU , Adalynn had access to hundreds of pediatric experts who could give her … muscle or connective tissue/nerve disorder. Despite the mystery surrounding her genetic condition, …
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Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) Treatment for Children with Food Allergies
… Allergies Blog What are food allergies? Food allergies occur when the body’s immune system mistakes a food as … months until the maintenance dose is reached. While OIT can desensitize most patients, a continued tolerance of the food … any concerning symptoms during a food challenge or updosing visit. If a reaction occurs after leaving the clinic, which …
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Healthy Back-to-School Tips
… for a healthy, rewarding year. Schedule a well-child visit If your child hasn’t recently had a well-child visit, … services would be beneficial for their child Make sure vaccines are up to date Arizona requires certain vaccines for … by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). This includes an annual flu vaccine. Prepare athletes for play If your …
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The DAISY award: Honoring extraordinary Phoenix Children’s nurses
… Origin of the DAISY Award The DAISY Award was born out of a desire to commemorate the life of J. Patrick Barnes, whose … award honoree based on criteria developed by nursing staff: Partners with children and families to provide … excellence The heartfelt celebrations of the DAISY Award occur throughout the year at gatherings attended by Phoenix …
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Phoenix Children’s Opens 44,000-Square Foot Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
The new space, which replaces Phoenix Children’s existing NICU, is Arizona's only Level IV NICU as designated by the American Academy of Pediatrics, indicating the highest level of care available for the most complex neonatal conditions. In addition to providing high-quality medical care, the new space was designed to enhance patient family comfort.
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Phoenix Children’s Building New 44,000-Square Foot Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
When it opens in 2024, it will continue to be Arizona’s only American Academy of Pediatrics-designated Level IV NICU, a designation indicating the highest level of medical care available for the most complex neonatal conditions, the sickest and the most premature newborns.
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What is sickle cell? Celebrating Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month
… her first pain crisis – but that hasn’t slowed her down. Despite a rough start in life, Jacquie is like other … help manage symptoms and avoid long-term complications. In partnership with Phoenix Children’s award-winning IT … cure for sickle cell disease, our cell therapy team has successfully cured the condition through stem cell …
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Dr. Sarah Beaumont named a Healthcare Hero
… Blistering temperatures, urban sprawl, and limited access to transportation make the Valley a nightmare for kids … access to medical care. Most of these children are truly desperate. Enter Sarah Beaumont, MD , medical director of … care and expand its reach to the community, developing new partnerships across the Valley. Each van and clinic is …