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Bruises, nosebleeds and fatigue? It could be immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)
… ITP. Children with either acute or chronic ITP should be supervised by a blood specialist, called a hematologist. The … cases) Petechiae (tiny red, brown or purple spots that look like a cluster of bruises or a rash) How do I know if …
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Fearless Theo: Preschooler bravely faces a lifetime of cleft lip and cleft palate repairs
… find it hard to believe the child’s life has been marked by frequent doctors’ appointments, regular blood draws and … gender of their baby. But they left shocked, anxious and upset after the procedure revealed that Theo would be born … researched Theo’s condition and learned what our life would look like for the next couple of years. She assured me that, …
e-Consults
… Gynecology and Endocrinology. You can submit your request by selecting Patient Referrals, then go to the On-Demand … the “e-Consult” appointment type. You’ll be able to upload any applicable files such as medical records, lab … the charge is less than that of a new patient in-person visit – and the patient still receives a specialist opinion …
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Partners for life: Helping CF kids become healthy adults
… malnutrition. Failure to thrive is a significant concern. Toby, 13, has struggled with both respiratory and severe GI symptoms since birth. But with the ongoing care and support of the pediatric Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Program at … Patients see a variety of health care providers in a single visit, including a pulmonary doctor, nurse practitioner, …
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Feeding Tube Awareness Week and Feeding Disorders
… approach including a multidisciplinary clinic evaluation by Gastroenterology , Psychology , Registered Dietitian, Speech Pathology, and Occupational Therapy, as well as a lead clinical specialist and … of outpatient treatment: Intensive Phase (5-6 weeks) : 24 visits - including four therapy visits per week with an …
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Phoenix Children’s is the only hospital in Arizona to offer a dedicated Celiac Disease Clinic for children and teens. Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition that requires a strict gluten-free diet to avoid symptoms and other complications. The experts in the Celiac Disease
Responsive Neurostimulation (RNS)
If your child has tried two anti-seizure medications, and is still having seizures, they may have drug-resistant epilepsy. According to the Institute of Medicine, about 800,000 Americans experience seizures despite taking anti-seizure medications. In fact, after trying two
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The Neuroimmunology Program at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s is the only pediatric program of its kind in Arizona. Our specialists work with patients and families to diagnose and treat autoimmune disorders of the nervous system.
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Dr. Ashish S. Patel Named Physician-in-Chief at Phoenix Children’s
In his new role, Dr. Patel leads four of Phoenix Children’s eight clinical centers. He also oversees hospitalist medicine, mental and behavioral health, and Phoenix Children’s Pediatrics practices. Beyond his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Patel is now part of the health system’s Executive Physician Leadership team and the Phoenix Children’s Medical Group Governance Council.
Wellness Exams
… Wellness (Well-Child) Exams Wellness exams are regular checkups with your child’s healthcare provider. A parent or legally authorized representative must attend this visit. During each visit, the doctor will do a physical exam … practices, our wellness exams follow guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The following lists …