Co-Management Guidelines Through our Co-Management program, Connecticut Children’s medical experts help pediatric primary care providers expand the care they deliver to patients by establishing guidelines that allow them to screen, evaluate and manage common conditions within their own practices. These
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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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Celebrating Diversity: Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month With Kids May marks the celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a time to highlight and honor the rich contributions of these communities throughout American history. At Connecticut Children’s, we embrace this opportunity to educate our
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Observing Jewish American Heritage Month With Kids Jewish American Heritage Month offers a valuable opportunity to educate children about the extensive 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American culture. At Connecticut Children’s, we embrace Jewish American Heritage Month alongside other cultural celebrations, aiming to
Connecticut Children’s Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Connecticut Children's offers a Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) course customized for both employees & non-employee advanced providers (Doctors, Nurses, Respiratory Therapist, Advanced Providers, & Paramedics) with the in-depth and up-to-date training. We’re
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament What is an ACL injury? An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a tear or sprain of the ACL, the strong band of tissue that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shinbone (tibia) and stabilizes the knee joint. ACL tears commonly occur in sports involving sudden stops, quick Your Family’s Summer Safety Kit Get ready for a summer filled with fun and safety! Connecticut Children’s has crafted the ultimate Summer Safety Kit to help your family enjoy the season while staying protected. From expert advice on water safety and sun protection to tips on hydration, tick checks, and injury
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Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Program Doctor
Rebecca Riba-Wolman, MD Director, Glycogen Storage Disease Program & Disorders of Hypoglycemia
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- Endocrinology & Diabetes
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Sunitha Sura, MD Medical Director, Lipid Program | Program Director, Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship
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- Endocrinology & Diabetes
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Ear Infection An ear infection, or acute otitis media, is a common childhood condition that affects the middle ear—the space behind the eardrum. It often develops after a cold or upper respiratory infection. Symptoms include pain, fever, ear tugging and decreased hearing. While some ear