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 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. COVID-19 Clinical Pathway The COVID-19 pandemic continues to infect millions of people. Although the majority of children who are infected with COVID-19 have milder illnesses, particularly when fully vaccinated, some children can become seriously ill and require hospitalization. New SARS-CoV-2 variants
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REACH for the STARS Survivorship Program Cancer survivorship brings new challenges to children, adolescents, young adults and their families. These challenges can include accessing future health care, delayed effects of cancer treatment, secondary cancers, and quality of life. Survivors of childhood cancers require 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 Doctor
Heather O. Tory, MD, MPH, CPPS Associate Chief Quality and Patient Safety Officer
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- Rheumatology
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Erin McGuire Pastor, DO, MS Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist
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Caring for the Caregiver By Jacquelyn M. Rose, MPH: At Connecticut Children’s Childhood Prosperity Lab, we believe improving child, youth, and family health requires a comprehensive approach. Recently, I was reminded just how critical this approach is in our ongoing work. Childhood Prosperity Lab, a program of the Office for
Research Operations & Development The Research Operations and Development team provides research support services to team members interested in research within Connecticut Children's. We provide education and mentoring for new investigators, medical students, residents, and fellows. The department offers guidance
Injury Prevention Center The mission of the Injury Prevention Center (IPC) at Connecticut Children’s is to reduce unintentional injury and violence among Connecticut residents and to translate research into injury prevention programs and policy. Focus Areas For pediatric injury prevention, the IPC has
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The Pressure to Win: Sports and Your Child’s Mental Health By Kelly Ann Maynes, PsyD: This article was originally published in July 2022 and was last updated in April 2025. In recent years, athletes have come forward to talk about the importance of mental health, along with the impact of sports and competition. Lots of young athletes can relate. A sport can all
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Kids' Bones Are Different: The Importance of Pediatric Orthopedic Care By Donna M. Pacicca, MD: As kids grow, their bones, joints, and muscles go through many changes. Sometimes, parents wonder if their child’s growth patterns, pain, or injuries need special attention from a pediatric orthopedic specialist. Donna Pacicca, MD, pediatric orthopedic surgeon, discusses when it