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Conditions We Treat
… Conditions We Treat Hepatology Our Hepatology team includes pediatric gastroenterologists who are specially trained … Chronic Liver Diseases Alagille syndrome: A rare and complex genetic condition of too few bile ducts, which … affect multiple bodily systems and organs Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency: An inherited disease that prevents enough …
Conditions We Treat
At Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s, our team of developmental pediatric specialists offers expert care in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and related neurodevelopmental
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Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) Treatment for Children with Food Allergies
… breathing). Type 1 food allergies are IgE-mediated. Common food allergies include peanuts, tree nuts, milk and eggs. What is oral … During treatment, patients ingest small, gradually increasing doses of a specific food allergen under medical …
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Handwashing 101
… Many of life’s most important lessons are learned in kindergarten, and handwashing is no exception. Handwashing is … April, hand sanitizers were the hottest (and most scarce) commodity at grocery and convenience stores—and for a good … kill most germs, which includes the COVID-19 virus. When using hand sanitizers, thoroughly rub all the surfaces of …
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Phoenix-area partnership creates Arizona’s only Tourette Association of America Center of Excellence
The Phoenix Tourette Syndrome, a unique partnership between Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Banner Sun Health Research Institute, has been verified as a Center of Excellence by the Tourette Association of America, an institution that aims to advance research and advocacy for Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders.
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Safe Teen Driving – Get the facts
… As the parent of a teenage driver there’s a lot to consider and navigate. Whether your teen is about to start the … safety on the road. A lot of things have also changed since we originally obtained our driver’s license, so it’s … A learner’s permit requires supervision while driving, in combination with an on-road test. This first phase gives …
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Katherine’s journey to seizure freedom
… Epilepsy In 2010, just before entering the fifth grade, Katherine was diagnosed with epilepsy. She had gone from … Katherine continued experiencing frequent seizures. Since she had drug-resistant epilepsy, laser ablation became … was a little skeptical. “I thought my epilepsy may come back,” recalled Katherine. But she remained determined …
Fever Medication Dosing
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and Ibuprofen (Motrin®/Advil®) are fever medications that are available over the counter and are commonly used to relieve fever and pain symptoms. Dosage depends on your child’s age and weight. If you have any questions, please call any of our offices .
Programs & Services
Pediatric radiologists work with your child’s pediatrician or specialist to help guide decisions about which imaging study is best for your child. Each type of medical imaging has specific advantages to better-diagnose certain conditions. In some cases, more than one imaging
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Excellence Hits Epidemic Proportions as Phoenix Children’s Celebrates Outstanding Nurses During National Nurses Week
They’re grace under fire working long hours, making split-second life-changing decisions, while offering unending comfort and support to patients and families who face enormous healthcare challenges. In fact, when patients and their families recount their experiences at Phoenix Children’s, their nursing team is often the first to receive their admiration and gratitude.