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Gwen’s 22q story – The brightest light
… Nicole said, “She is the brightest light. And she will overcome anything. I am sure of that.” Nicole is referring to … birth. And others like Gwen are diagnosed during well-baby visits. Theresa A. Grebe, MD , medical director at Phoenix … and care. The evaluation was extensive. “It was an all-day appointment. We must have seen eight or nine different …
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Tom's Story
… A few weeks after the volleyball incident, an exam at a community hospital brought horrifying news: their … physician said. Under normal circumstances, he would have approached the tumor from the right side, but in Tom's case, … two days of tests that preceded his surgery, Jan said. He visited the hospital playroom and immersed himself in …
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Tips for a Safer, Healthier Halloween
Halloween is just around the corner, and kids everywhere are getting ready for haunted houses, costume creations and tasty treats. Halloween can be a fun and exciting holiday and with a bit of planning and preparation, you and your family can enjoy the spooky season safely. We’ve shared these tips to help you keep your family safe and healthy.
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Cardio Kid Embraces Life
… & Addie at Disneyland. Previous Next Now an energetic and happy toddler, Gwen was born with multiple heart … alone: COVID-19 protocol prevented her husband, Jon, from accompanying her to the appointment. “I knew that ultrasound … COVID-19 pandemic, meant that Addie would not be able to visit the baby at first. She also would be separated from …
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Travel Tips for Kids with Complex Medical Needs
… Travel Tips for Kids with Complex Medical Needs Blog Complex Medical Needs General … team first to ensure you are travelling at a medically-appropriate time.” 2. Know the locations and contacts of … company ahead of time to confirm the facilities you would visit in case of an emergency while traveling. Let your …
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Phoenix Children’s Earns Five Star Patient Care “Vigi Award”
Highlighting efforts in patient safety and quality, Phoenix Children’s Hospital received a Five Star Patient Care “Vigi Award” from VigiLanz, a provider of SaaS clinical surveillance solutions. The award recognizes a new quality improvement solution Phoenix Children’s implemented with VigiLanz technology. Phoenix Children’s Infection Control team is now able to monitor patients’ blood draw contamination information in real-time.
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Brittany's Story
… wonderful people." During the holiday season, the family visited the Critical Care Unit to deliver cookies and toys … look at children with serious head injuries - and with that comes exasperation with friends who don't protect themselves … be." Children's Program Celebrity Since then, Brittany has appeared on ABC's children's program "What's Up" to talk …
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Innovative vision screenings can protect your kids from preventable vision impairment
… worked with her patients and their families. “I really appreciate how she takes her time with each family,” said … care is noticed by her patients as well. “Children are very comfortable with Dr. Pepka,” said Alma. “She can make … immediately took to “Dr. Lisa” and were always happy to visit the office for their medical appointments. GoCheck …
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By way of the resplendent Quetzal or Why does it take so long to see a Pediatric Dermatologist?
… asking what this has to do with the long wait times often accompanying scheduling your child as a new patient, or even a … Psychology. Throw in the mix that an estimated 25% of ER visits, and 33% of all pediatrician/general practitioner … sense as to how this threatened species can accommodate the approximate 70-80,000 patients requiring pediatric specialty …
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Ellie's Story
… the summer of 2012, Ellie, a healthy 10-year-old girl began complaining of mild headaches. Her mother was not concerned … they didn't think there was much cause for alarm. After a visit to the pediatrician and a prescription for antibiotics … for her pre-surgery PET scan. In total she was under for approximately eight hours. Dr. Bhardwaj was able to remove …