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David M. Notrica, MD, FACS, FAAP
Medical Director, Trauma; Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation Endowed Chair in Trauma
Specialties
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship
Welcome to the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship program at Phoenix Children’s. As Arizona’s only free-standing pediatric hospital and one of the 10 largest hospitals of its kind in the United States, Phoenix Children’s has long been a resource for aspiring physicians in
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Juvenile Dermatomyositis What is juvenile dermatomyositis? Juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) is a rare disease that causes muscle inflammation and a skin rash. It's different from other muscle diseases because it also causes skin problems. Symptoms often first appear in children
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We believe in assessing the “whole child” by addressing not only the cognitive symptoms of your child's illness but also screening for emotional and educational needs. Our neuropsychology team manages care and special services for children with challenges caused by medical
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Innovation, dedication, tenacity and love: LJ's Story
… called “hypermanganesemia with dystonia.” At the time, only 11 other people in the world were known to have this … positions, and because he didn’t have a tracheostomy at the time to help him breathe, these positions made … this, so that now he can laugh, watch his shows, move his eyes and his head, and communicate with his family and with …
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Ashley's Story
… in Northern Utah diagnosed it as the flu. Her condition only continued to worsen, and she saw two more pediatricians … and reoccurring sinus infections. He shined a light in her eyes, determining she was experiencing light sensitivity. It … Ashely said. "Being able to simply breathe, live my life and be myself is a gift. A gift that I am thankful …
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Sexually Transmitted Infections in Teens What are sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infectious diseases spread through sexual contact. About 50 out of 100 new STIs happen in people ages 15 to 24. Protecting your teen from STIs The
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Achalasia in Children What is achalasia in a child? Achalasia is a rare disease that makes it hard to swallow foods and liquids. In achalasia, there is a problem with the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach (esophagus). The muscles that make the esophagus
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Pediatric General Surgery at Phoenix Children’s has the largest team of pediatric surgeons in Arizona and offers surgical treatment for more than 50 conditions. Each year the Pediatric General Surgery team sees an average of 7,200 clinic visits and performs more than 3,932
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Top questions to ask when considering a childhood cancer clinical trial
… remains a leading cause of death for youth under 14, second only to accidents. As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a … and advancing patient care. Are clinical trials safe for my child? Though there are risks associated with clinical …
