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Down syndrome, caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21 (Trisomy 21), affects approximately 1 in 700 babies born in the United States, with about 160 babies born with Down syndrome each year in Arizona alone. Children with Down syndrome often have associated medical comorbidities
Meet the Director
Hello from sunny Phoenix! My name is Jon McGreevy and I am the Director of the Phoenix Children’s Pediatric Residency Program Alliance. I would like to extend a warm welcome on behalf of our program! I have always felt that we have a unique and exceptional program I am fortunate
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Normal Breast Development and Changes What is normal breast development? Breast development is a vital part of a woman’s reproduction. Breast development happens in certain stages during a woman's life: first before birth, again at puberty, and later during the childbearing years
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Skin Cancer: Prevention The sun sustains life and feels good, but it can be your skin’s worst enemy. While every sunburn can increase your risk of skin cancer, it’s not just those big days at the beach or ballgames that cause trouble. Each time you run out to get the mail, walk
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Treatment for a Child's Allergy to Dust or Pollen Your child's doctor will consider your child's age, overall health, how severe the allergic reaction was, and other factors when advising treatment. The three ways to treat allergies that work best are: Avoiding the allergen
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While spina bifida is usually mild and doesn’t require treatment, the severe forms can cause a number of health issues. At Phoenix Children’s, we follow guidelines from the Spina Bifida Association that include all aspects of spina bifida care. These guidelines help ensure that
Programs & Services
We have board-certified physicians across all our specialties. Our experts are specially trained in surgically correcting many disorders in children and adolescents. For more information on specific conditions, diagnoses and treatments, please click here. Abdominal Disorders
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Anatomy: Fetus in Utero Amniotic sac. A thin-walled sac that surrounds the fetus during pregnancy. The sac is filled with liquid made by the fetus (amniotic fluid) and the membrane that covers the fetal side of the placenta (amnion). This protects the fetus from injury. It also