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Aris Remains Seizure-Free a Year After Life-Changing Surgery
Aris spent years with wrong diagnoses and medications, then his epilepsy was cured with surgery 19 days after his first visit at Phoenix Children’s.
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Phoenix Children’s Center for Family Health & Safety Awarded GOHS Grant
Phoenix Children’s Center for Family Health and Safety has been awarded a grant by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). The funds, which total more than $36,000, will support the distribution of car seats, booster seats, helmets, and education for parents on protection from motor vehicle crash-related injuries.
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Phoenix Children’s Achieves Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs Accreditation Signifying Highest Ethical Standards in Research
Phoenix Children’s, one of the nation’s largest pediatric health systems, has been recognized by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP) for its ethical research and comprehensive protections for research participants. The health system is one of just four Arizona healthcare organizations and one of just 15 children’s hospitals nationwide to currently hold this accreditation.
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A long road to healing
… Determined Parents Find Answers, Hope for Son Brayden and his parents, Abbie and Buzzi, are more familiar with … head and toe in eczema, which was undoubtedly itchy and uncomfortable for the infant. These symptoms led to Brayden … three months. Then, COVID-19 put an end to his in-person visits in March 2020. “Brayden’s symptoms became worse. He …
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Celebrating our children with Down syndrome
… children with Down syndrome, Kinsley has been a frequent visitor to Phoenix Children’s. Just 2 years old, Kinsley … surgeries, several minor surgeries, multiple ER visits and numerous tests and procedures for kidney and bladder … It’s a lot to deal with – especially for a child with communication challenges related to her Down syndrome …
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Phoenix Children’s Earns Five Star Patient Care “Vigi Award”
Highlighting efforts in patient safety and quality, Phoenix Children’s Hospital received a Five Star Patient Care “Vigi Award” from VigiLanz, a provider of SaaS clinical surveillance solutions. The award recognizes a new quality improvement solution Phoenix Children’s implemented with VigiLanz technology. Phoenix Children’s Infection Control team is now able to monitor patients’ blood draw contamination information in real-time.
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Enjoying the holidays with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
… a flare. Worries about what to eat, access to bathrooms, and dodging disease-related questions from relatives can … the silver lining is that your child is probably most comfortable at home. 2. Prepare an IBD-friendly dish to … able to enjoy holiday dinner at home and instead plan to visit a family member’s house, show your child the closest …
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Brittany's Story
… is especially frustrating for 12-year-old Brittany. She and her twin brother, Brandon, suffer from hydrocephalus, a … wonderful people." During the holiday season, the family visited the Critical Care Unit to deliver cookies and toys … look at children with serious head injuries - and with that comes exasperation with friends who don't protect themselves …
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Phoenix Children’s Hosts Inaugural Heart & Hand Clinical Excellence Awards
Phoenix Children’s hosted its first Heart & Hand Clinical Excellence Awards on Thursday, October 21 at the Phoenix Country Club. The Heart and Hand Clinical Excellence Awards honor Phoenix Children’s physicians and advanced practice providers who have made exceptional contributions to pediatric medicine. Keynote speaker, former NHL player and current chief hockey development officer for the Arizona Coyotes, Shane Doan, addressed attendees during this event that focused on celebrating excellence in the areas of clinical care, research and medical education. The event host and emcee was Phoenix Children’s Physician-in-Chief Dr. Jared Muenzer, with additional speakers President & CEO Robert L. Meyer and Surgeon-in-Chief Dr. Daniel Ostlie.
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Ellie's Story
… the summer of 2012, Ellie, a healthy 10-year-old girl began complaining of mild headaches. Her mother was not concerned and Ellie wasn't complaining enough to give her medication. … they didn't think there was much cause for alarm. After a visit to the pediatrician and a prescription for antibiotics …