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… Donate Life Month: A perfusionist’s perspective Blog Donate Life Month Organ Donation Perfusion Transplant … lung machine rather than returning to the heart, and subsequently returned to the patient’s aorta, thus the term … takes a village” couldn’t be more appropriate than when it comes to organ transplants. A heart transplant team consists …

… The benefits of second opinions in cardiology Blog Cardiology Primary Care Second Opinion Phoenix … care providers, but it can be a critical, even lifesaving, component to your child’s treatment. Here we outline the … out a second opinion can help alleviate any unanswered questions and provide reassurance regarding their child’s …

… Handwashing 101 Blog Handwashing COVID-19   Many of life’s most important … April, hand sanitizers were the hottest (and most scarce) commodity at grocery and convenience stores—and for a good … won’t do the trick. Good hand washing actually has technique involved if you want to effectively remove bacteria and …

… Dreams Meet Ella one of our incredible Phoenix Children’s Comeback Student Athletes.  (Thanks to her parents for … even seem like a possibility at that time. We had so many questions,” Ella’s father, Chuck, said. They immediately … and beyond.” Ella underwent a series of weekly leg casts followed by several years of bilateral foot braces in order to …

… Embracing Inner Strength and Community: Eashani's Inspiring Journey with Thalassemia Blog Thalassemia Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders … my normal,” said 17-year-old Eashani. Reflecting on her unique childhood, Eashani emphasized the importance of …

… Vaccines and kids: What parents should know Blog Vaccination Each year during the last week of April, the … We understand that many parents and caregivers have questions about vaccines. We spoke to Dr. Wendy Bernatavicius , division chief of primary, complex care and adolescent medicine at Phoenix Children’s, …

… Healthy Back-to-School Tips Blog Phoenix Children’s Pediatrics Primary Care School Sports … medical history, including any medicines they take, and complete a physical exam. This visit is also an ideal time … stressed Struggling with relationships at home or school Frequently missing school Experiencing headaches, stomachaches …

… Katherine’s journey to seizure freedom Blog Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s … the medications didn’t work. She continued experiencing frequent seizures, which ultimately prevented her from various … was a little skeptical. “I thought my epilepsy may come back,” recalled Katherine. But she remained determined …

… Healthy Outlooks: the Integrative Medicine Program Blog Things look a … These can range from chronic allergies and headaches to complex diseases such as fibromyalgia, juvenile arthritis or … environments, and more.” Whole health, tailored to unique needs Dr. Shukla adds that Integrative Medicine …