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Sammie's Story
… the best chance of being cured. Since the Hospital is the only one in Phoenix equipped to provide this option for … attentive kindness. “They were determined to help save my life and to make things less difficult,” recalls Sammie. … time measuring how well the new bone marrow cells were acclimating to her body. Finally, she was well enough to go …
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Researcher Spotlights – June 2022
… concerned with the risk-benefit ratio of using endomyocardial biopsy as a primary surveillance tool for … academic cardiologists here at Phoenix Children’s. Not only is he a talented and excellent clinician in heart … patients has garnered national and international acclaim, and his work has the potential to break new ground …
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A heart for Harrison
… Children’s, where he was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition in which the heart muscle becomes … has a gene mutation that increases his risk for cardiomyopathy and cardiac arrhythmias. “The medical team listed … good experience at Phoenix Children’s,” Beth remarked. “Not only did they take care of him medically, but they also saw …
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Angus Wilfong, MD, Joins Phoenix Children’s Hospital as Chief of Pediatric Neurology
Angus A. Wilfong, MD, has joined Phoenix Children's Hospital as Chief of Pediatric Neurology at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s. In this role, Dr. Wilfong will oversee all functions of the neurology practice including surgery, technology, innovation, and research and development.
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Easton never gives up
… his life changed on Jan. 22, 2023, following a horrible accident while riding a motorized dirt bike. The crash left … Care went to work to save his life. The center is the only American College of Surgeons (ACS)-verified Level I … David H. Shafron, MD , performed a bifrontal craniectomy – removing a portion of the skull – and a pericranial …
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Could It Be Measles? A Guide for Caregivers
… are more at risk for measles if they have not had the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps and rubella), and they come in contact … usually starts with a fever, cough, runny nose and red eyes that leads to a rash. If someone in your family has … making sure they get the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccines. If you have questions, please talk to your child’s …
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Makenzie's Story
… neurosurgeon at Phoenix Children's performed a ventriculostomy to drain the fluid and reduce pressure in the brain. A … no growth. Doctors and Makenzie's family consider that a success. This second grader doesn't always understand the … Park who writes the Junie B. Jones book series. She not only met the author, Park dedicated her book "Junie B., …
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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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Unexplained cases of pediatric hepatitis: An FAQ for parents
… currently no links between hepatitis and COVID or COVID vaccines. What signs and symptoms should parents look for? … Vomiting Abdominal pain Jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes) If you notice these symptoms, seek medical attention …
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Know the Glow: Identifying retinoblastoma in holiday photos
… that parents might spot that telltale glow in their child’s eyes. Here, we provide information for “ Knowing the Glow ,” …
