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Pediatric Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit The Pediatric Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (PCVICU) at Connecticut Children's Medical Center is a highly specialized, round-the-clock facility providing care for newborns, babies, children, adolescents, and adults with cardiac disorders. Our cutting-edge facilities and HIV Non-Occupational Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (nPEP) Following Sexual or High-Risk Encounter Clinical Pathway It is essential that patients who are exposed to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) receive prompt and appropriate antiretroviral therapy to decrease the risk of becoming infected with the virus and developing Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS). In 2016, the Centers for
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Hip Program Connecticut Children’s Division of Orthopedics Hip Program offers comprehensive treatment for a full range of pediatric hip disorders, including: Hip dysplasia Perthes disease or avascular necrosis Slipped capital femoral epiphysis Soft tissue injury (labral tears, tendonitis Awards & Recognition American Nurses Credential Center Accreditation Connecticut Children’s has received accreditation from the American Nurses Credential Center (ANCC) through its Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP). This is the highest recognition an organization can be awarded by the
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At the Forefront of Newborn Screening By Debbie Ellis, RN, BSN: By: Debbie Ellis, RN, BSN It’s a tiny prick on a newborn baby’s heel, but it can have a huge impact on the rest of their life. In 2011, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared newborn screening one of the 10 greatest public health achievements of the 21st century
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Need Fetal Care for a High-Risk Pregnancy? 6 Factors to Consider By Timothy Crombleholme, MD: If you’ve just been told that your developing baby has a fetal condition that may require special expertise to be managed, you’re likely feeling all kinds of emotions. Your first instinct may be to search the web for information about this diagnosis and find the best fetal care
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Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia Center What Is PCD? Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare genetic disease impacting about 1 in 15,000 people. The name is long and may be a little hard to say, but each word has an important meaning: Primary (caused by genetics)+ Ciliary (affecting cilia — tiny hairlike structures Article
Leveraging Medicaid to Promote Children’s Health By Paul Dworkin, MD: As our country continues to grapple with how best to achieve meaningful healthcare reform, we have an auspicious opportunity to enhance opportunities for leveraging Medicaid to transform child health services to promote children’s optimal health, development, and well-being Croup Clinical Pathway Croup is the most common infectious cause of upper airway obstruction in children, accounting for 15% of all respiratory tract disease in pediatric practice. 3-5% of all children will get croup at some point in their lives, but only 5-10% of these cases are severe enough to
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Nutrition & Breastfeeding Support NICU registered dieticians and lactation consultants work closely with an infant’s care team to ensure he or she is getting the proper nutrition for growth and development. Many babies in the NICU cannot be fed by mouth due to their health issues. Babies who are too small or sick Advanced Practice Provider Careers Advanced Practice Providers (APP) at Connecticut Children’s are vital members of the healthcare team who provide high-quality and compassionate care to patients and families. As the only free-standing Level One Pediatric Trauma Center in the state, our nurse practitioners and
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Honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month With Kids Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month provides an opportunity to teach children about the tremendous contributions Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have made in the United States during past and present times. At
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Connecticut Children's President & CEO James E. Shmerling Announces Retirement After Decade of Leadership Hartford, Conn. – After a decade of transformative leadership, James E. Shmerling, DHA, FACHE, President & CEO of Connecticut Children’s, has announced his plans to retire at the end of 2025. His tenure has been marked by extraordinary growth, innovation, and an unwavering
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Contact Lenses If your child is interested in contact lenses, please let us know prior to their appointment. At Connecticut Children’s, we carry lenses for astigmatism, extended use, dailies, and many more options. During your child’s exam, we will set aside time to explain these different Doctor
Adam Vella, MD, MBA Site Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
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