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Doctor
Dennis J. Dietzen, PhD
Division Chief, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine; Megan K. Dishop, MD Endowed Chair in Pathology
Specialties
What is VPI?
During speech, the soft palate (i.e., velum) closes against the back wall of the throat (i.e., pharynx), preventing air flow through the nose. Velopharyngeal insufficiency, or VPI, is a condition that occurs when the soft palate cannot close against the back wall of the throat
Article
Physician-Researchers at Phoenix Children’s Pioneer Use of Minimally Invasive Tool to Monitor Chronic Esophageal Disease in Children
The new tool can be implemented in an outpatient setting, eliminating need for anesthesia during esophageal testing.
Service
The Voiding Improvement Clinic is the first voiding dysfunction clinic in Arizona, directed by pediatric urologists. Our goal is to provide the highest quality pediatric urological care to our patients in an environment that feels secure and comforting to children, their families
Patient and Family Advisory Councils - Other Ways to Get Involved
As a Patient and Family Advisor, you’ll have other opportunities to serve as an agent of change. In most cases, these opportunities are for active PFAC/ PPWG members or those who have completed a two-year term on a council. Opportunities may include: Committees Focus groups
Programs & Services
Clinical studies at Phoenix Children’s improves care and outcomes for patients in our local community and around the globe. In support of our researchers, dozens of program staff work behind the scenes. These team members include experts in: Biologic storage Biostatistics Ethical
Conditions We Treat
Ketogenic diet therapy is an effective treatment option for a variety of seizures and metabolic disorders. By achieving a state of ketosis, where the body primarily uses fat rather than carbohydrates for energy, the ketogenic diet can dramatically impact the frequency of seizures
