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Feeding Tube Awareness Week and Feeding Disorders
… is Feeding Tube Awareness Week It’s the perfect time to learn about our family-centered, interdisciplinary team … difficulties of all levels. Phoenix Children’s provides a comprehensive evaluation and treatment for medically complex … of outpatient treatment: Intensive Phase (5-6 weeks) : 24 visits - including four therapy visits per week with an …

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Healthy Back-to-School Tips
… for a healthy, rewarding year. Schedule a well-child visit If your child hasn’t recently had a well-child visit, … medical history, including any medicines they take, and complete a physical exam. This visit is also an ideal time …

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Embracing Inner Strength and Community: Eashani's Inspiring Journey with Thalassemia
… Embracing Inner Strength and Community: Eashani's Inspiring Journey with Thalassemia Blog … since 2011. With their guidance and the support of advocacy groups, Eashani has developed a remarkable sense of … support network that fosters interaction between families learning to live with thalassemia. Meeting adults in their …

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My liver transplant – Adam’s story
… his experience was a life lesson in disguise and Adam learned a lot about himself in the process. My health … school were a rollercoaster ride, filled with more hospital visits than school. Even so, my persistent drive to learn … my body for about 10 minutes. I thought I was dying. After coming to in the dark, I considered my mortality and what …

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Tom's Story
… A few weeks after the volleyball incident, an exam at a community hospital brought horrifying news: their … family. "They gave us a lot of support," Jan said. After learning that Tom would need surgery, members began … two days of tests that preceded his surgery, Jan said. He visited the hospital playroom and immersed himself in …
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Body Image Challenges in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
… helped me tell my peers about my ostomy in a way that was comfortable for me. Q: How has ulcerative colitis affected … such as Camp Oasis, Phoenix Children’s Hospital Support Group, and social media pages such as Girls with Guts have … what you prefer. Talking with a therapist can help you learn tools to navigate social situations and help you see …

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Innovative vision screenings can protect your kids from preventable vision impairment
… care is noticed by her patients as well. “Children are very comfortable with Dr. Pepka,” said Alma. “She can make … immediately took to “Dr. Lisa” and were always happy to visit the office for their medical appointments. GoCheck … vision issue,” said Alma. After getting her checked, Alma learned that Angelina did in fact have astigmatism, and she …

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A day in the life of an Outpatient Child Life Specialist
… Ambulatory building. Each day, these child life specialists visit with children and families who come to Phoenix Children’s for a variety of specialty care … is scheduled for a cast removal on his wrist. Kylee has learned from Andres’ medical record that he has had a cast on …

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Phoenix Children’s Named a “Best Children’s Hospital” by U.S. News & World Report for 15th Year in a Row
For the 15th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Phoenix Children’s among the nation’s “Best Children’s Hospitals.” The health system was also ranked the No. 1 children’s hospital in Arizona and fourth in the Southwest region. It is the only children’s hospital in the state ever recognized by USNWR.

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Quality Day: More important than ever
… a platform to celebrate quality improvement successes and learn about new creative project ideas. The event engages … in quality initiatives and creates a venue for sharing outcomes. This year, we will also celebrate the progress made … national news for the rapid implementation of telemedicine visits. Phoenix Children’s quickly recognized telemedicine …
