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Center for Kidney & Bladder Disorders The Center for Kidney & Bladder Disorders merges two of Connecticut Children’s premier programs: urology and nephrology. This consolidation of disciplines allows us to better serve patients in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of kidney disease, while we continue to Service/Program
Center for Rare Bone Disorders Connecticut Children’s Center for Rare Bone Disorders specializes in treating and finding causes of rare bone diseases. The center is headed by globally recognized endocrinologist and researcher Emily Germain-Lee, MD, who is actively developing new therapies to treat these Article
8 Skiing & Snowboarding Injury Prevention Tips | Winter Sports Safety for Kids & Teens By Katelyn Colosi, PA-C: This article was originally published in February 2024 and was updated in February 2026. Skiing and snowboarding are exciting winter sports that help kids and teens stay active during the colder months. But without proper preparation, these activities can lead to injuries
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Center for Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease At the Center for Pediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) at Connecticut Children’s, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with IBD. Under the direction of Jeffrey Hyams, MD, an international Service/Program
Clinic for Variations of Sex Development Connecticut Children’s is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children of all ages with variations of sexual development. Multidisciplinary specialists from our divisions of Genetics, Urology, Psychiatry, Psychology and Endocrinology (GUPPE) provide personalized Article
Developmental Holiday Gift Guide for Kids: OT-Recommended The holiday season is just around the corner, and finding the perfect gift for your child can sometimes feel overwhelming—especially if you're looking for something that’s both fun and beneficial for their development. That's why our team of Occupational Therapists at Connecticut
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Center for Neurogastroenterology and Motility Disorders The Center for Neurogastroenterology and Motility Disorders at Connecticut Children’s is dedicated to treating and medically managing children with a wide array of complex gastrointestinal motility and sensation issues. A multidisciplinary team of experts works toward the primary Article
When Should Your Child See a Pediatric Sports Medicine or Physical Therapy Specialist? By Nicholas Giampetruzzi, PT, MPT: For young athletes to get the full physical, social and emotional benefits of their sport, they need support – at minimum, from their coach, teammates and family. But sometimes, kids could also benefit from a pediatric sports medicine expert, from doctors to physical therapists
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Toy Trouble: Watch Out For Hidden Hazards By Amy Watkins, MPH: By: Amy Watkins, MPH Toys are a source of happiness and fun for children of all ages. Whether you’re shopping for the holiday season, looking for the perfect birthday gift, or searching for treasures at second-hand stores and tag sales, it is important to be mindful of potential Article
Prescription for Health: Fruit and Vegetables With food insecurity on the rise, Connecticut Children’s developed and launched a new effort to provide fruit and vegetable prescriptions to families visiting the Emergency Department that screen positive for food insecurity. The goal is to meet families’ needs and increase
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Orthopedics Children’s musculoskeletal needs are different from those of adults. Our pediatric orthopedic specialists provide expert care for children of all ages, from infants to young adults, so their growing bones, muscles and joints are treated with the latest medical advancements Glastonbury Regular Hearing Test Download PDF version For tips on how to use this picture story, please review our picture story instructions . Here we go… for a hearing test! In a regular hearing test, your child will be asked to raise his/her hand in response to a sound. The sound will get softer and softer as
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Center for Global Health Supports Children in Africa By Adam Silverman, MD: By: Adam Silverman, MD Children living in resource-limited countries have the same hopes and dreams as children in Connecticut, but they often lack the same opportunities due to where they were born. As the Director of Connecticut Children’s Center for Global Health, I enjoy
Connecticut Voter Basics for the 2024 General Election Who can register to vote in Connecticut? Anyone who is: A United States citizen A resident of Connecticut At least 17 years old (you must be 18 years old by the general election in November) Where and when can I register to vote? Connecticut offers voter registration online