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Neurology Developing brains have specialized needs, and our neurology team at Connecticut Children’s is experienced in providing children of all ages with the highest quality comprehensive care available. From epilepsy and neuromuscular disorders to rare neurologic syndromes, we care for a Specialty
Neurosurgery At Connecticut Children’s, our pediatric neurosurgery team provides expert care for children of all ages, from infants to young adults, who need specialized surgical treatment for conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system. Why should you choose Connecticut Article
Don’t Try This Trend: Keeping Kids Safe with Electronics and Social Media By John Brancato, MD: Many students use laptops like Chromebooks for homework, class projects, and even talking with teachers. But lately, a dangerous TikTok trend has been going around. It encourages kids to blow up or damage their school-issued or personal laptops—and it’s causing real harm
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Nutrition Connecticut Children’s team of pediatric registered dietitians provide care for infants, children and teens affected by a variety of medical conditions, including critical illnesses, developmental delays and food allergies. Specialty
Obesity & Weight Management At Connecticut Children’s, we believe in treating the whole child — not just the number on the scale. Our weight management services take a holistic, team-based approach to care that supports your child’s physical, emotional, and developmental health. When you come to us, you’ll Specialty
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 Specialty
Ophthalmology Connecticut Children’s ophthalmology team provides comprehensive care for infants, children and teens with eye conditions and vision problems, from nearsightedness to retinopathy of prematurity. We also have two convenient onsite Optical Shops where our expert team can help your Specialty
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 Article
Understanding Celiac Disease: Facts vs. Fiction By Sarita Singhal, MD: Many of us are familiar with the phrase “gluten-free” and choose to follow a gluten-free diet for health reasons or based on what we see on social media. But did you know that not everyone who chooses to go gluten-free has celiac disease? At Connecticut Children’s, our pediatric
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Pediatric Surgery Surgery can be a stressful time for children and families. At Connecticut Children’s, our board-certified pediatric surgeons provide expert, compassionate care for patients of all ages — from prenatal and neonatal surgeries to procedures for adolescents. Whether your child needs Donate Thank you so much for your interest in donating toys or hosting a toy drive. We absolutely could not provide toys to the kids and teens at Connecticut Children’s all year long without your help. While physical toys are exciting to collect and drop off, monetary gifts allow us to
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Pediatric Neurosurgery Explained: What’s a Pediatric Neurosurgeon? By Bethany Simonetti MSN, APRN, FNP-BC: Pediatric neurosurgeons at Connecticut Children’s are specially trained to care for children with conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. Their expertise goes beyond surgery—they evaluate and manage a wide range of issues, sometimes even starting care before
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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 Article
Promote Safe Riding: Tips for Talking to Kids About Bike Safety By Anna Stern, MPH: As the weather warms up, families are heading outside to enjoy bike rides together. This is an ideal time to start or continue conversations with children about how to stay safe while riding. A few simple reminders and regular check-ins can make every ride safer. The Injury
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Plastic Surgery At Connecticut Children’s, our board-certified pediatric plastic surgeons provide expert, compassionate care tailored to infants, children, and teens. We diagnose and treat an array of common and complex disorders and traumas in infants, children, and adolescents, including cleft