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Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal abnormality affecting approximately 1 of every 700 babies born in the United States. Each child is unique, and a Down syndrome diagnosis is just one aspect of who they are. The Down Syndrome Clinic at Phoenix Children’s is led by a
Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship
The objective of our Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship training program is to cultivate pediatric nephrologists who excel in the specialized domain of nephrology, offering comprehensive services that address both general and specialized aspects of nephrological care for children
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PCH - Shared Struggles Stories from Parents and Pediatricians Caring for Children with Serious Illnesses: The Grand Rounds Edition - Dr. Barry Markovitz & Ann Schrooten
Meet the presenters: Barry Markovitz, MD, MPH, has served as Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology Critical Care Medicine at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles since 2018, providing administrative and clinical leadership in alignment with the institution’s mission, vision
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Matthew A. Halanski, MD
Division Chief, Orthopedics and Sports Medicine; Herbert J. Louis Endowed Chair in Orthopedics
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Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus in Children What is type 1 diabetes in children? Diabetes is a condition in which the body can't make enough insulin, or can't use insulin normally. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder. The body's immune system damages the cells in the pancreas that
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Syncope in Children What is syncope in children? Syncope is a brief loss of consciousness and muscle tone (or posture) that can occur when not enough blood gets to the brain. Syncope is commonly called fainting. In most children, it’s usually harmless. But in a few children
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Phenylketonuria (PKU) in Children What is phenylketonuria (PKU) in children? Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare metabolic disorder. Children with PKU can’t process an amino acid called phenylalanine. Phenylalanine is in many common foods. It helps the body make protein. It's also
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Encephalitis in Children What is encephalitis in children? Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain. The inflammation causes the brain to swell. This leads to changes in a child's nervous system that can include confusion, changes in alertness, and seizures. Meningitis often
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Guillain-Barré Syndrome in Children What is Guillain-Barré syndrome in children? Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a short-term but often life-threatening disorder that affects the nerves in the body. GBS can cause muscle weakness, pain, and short-term (temporary) paralysis of the
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Bronchiolitis in Children What is bronchiolitis in children? Bronchiolitis is an infection of the lungs. It’s when your child has swelling in the smaller airways (bronchioles) of the lung. This swelling blocks air in the smaller airways. Bronchiolitis is different than bronchitis