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The Central Connecticut Cystic Fibrosis Center The Central Connecticut Cystic Fibrosis Center (CCCFC) is a collaborative effort between Connecticut Children’s and Hartford HealthCare to provide care and treatment to children and adults living with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), a hereditary chronic lung disease. Accredited by the

Social Work Caring for your child’s medical needs can be overwhelming, and the Social Work team at Connecticut Children’s is here to help. Our clinical social workers specialize in treating children and adolescents, from assessments and mental health diagnoses to emotional and practical

Pain & Palliative Medicine At Connecticut Children’s, our interdisciplinary team uses a range of evidence-based methods to treat all forms of pain in children. Our pain specialists use an array or treatments — from traditional medicine to complementary therapies and other procedures—to manage children’s

Lead Treatment Program No blood lead level is considered safe in children, and our multi-disciplinary team of pediatric providers is specially trained to treat children with lead exposure and lead poisoning. In addition, Connecticut Children’s Lead Treatment Program works with pediatricians and other

Hemostasis & Thrombosis Program Connecticut Children’s Hemostasis & Thrombosis Program provides compassionate care to children and adults with bleeding and clotting disorders. We treat the whole person and their family through comprehensive care coordination of all the medical and psychosocial aspects of

Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN) Program Employees at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center are dedicated to protecting the well-being of children in every way. Our commitment includes a responsibility to identify, report, intervene, and provide care in all suspected cases of child maltreatment. The Suspected Child

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Autism Spectrum disorder (also called autism or ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition characterized by difficulty with communication and social interaction, along with sensory challenges and/or repetitive behavior. The prevalence of autism has been rising, and currently

Heart Center We are home to the only dedicated team in the state that cares for patients with congenital heart disease throughout all stages of life, from before birth through adulthood. Our specialists use advanced techniques to diagnose heart conditions and develop tailored treatment plans

Occupational Therapy From aquatic therapy and assistive technology to feeding issues and sports-related injuries, our occupational therapists provide personalized treatment plans that help children achieve increased independence. Our team offers a range of therapeutic services to help children

Speech-Language Pathology At Connecticut Children’s, our pediatric speech-language pathologists specialize in assessing and treating children of all ages with a wide range of communication and swallowing conditions — from developmental, genetic and cognitive disorders to injuries and dysphagia. Our team

Hospital Medicine Our team of pediatric hospitalists at Connecticut Children’s care for the special needs of children during an inpatient hospital stay. A pediatric hospitalist is a pediatrician with specialized training in caring for children who are spending time in the hospital. Our physicians

Infectious Diseases & Immunology From COVID-19 vaccines and tick-borne infections to chronic infectious diseases and immunodeficiency disorders, our specialists at Connecticut Children’s provide expert clinical care for children of all ages. Our team of board-certified physicians, nutritionists, case managers

Nutrition & Breastfeeding Support Our team of doctors, nurses, registered dietitians and lactation consultants work together to provide the best evidence-based nutrition to help your baby grow and go home healthy. We review nutrition plans daily and welcome you as an active partner in your baby’s care. You may

Physical Therapy Connecticut Children’s physical therapy team provides comprehensive evaluation, consultation and diagnostic services to children of all ages. We focus on improving functional mobility and gross motor skills while providing pain management services, so children can succeed within

Sarcoma Program Connecticut Children’s Sarcoma Program provides comprehensive care to pediatric, adolescent and young adult oncology patients with both soft tissue sarcomas and sarcomas of the bone. We take an integrated, collaborative approach when treating patients offering treatment types