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Mental Health
As the only health system in the state 100% dedicated to kids, Connecticut Children’s specializes in the unique mental health needs of children, teens and young adults. Our experts work together to provide the support your child and family needs. That includes closely
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Connecticut Children’s relies on more than 300 volunteers. As valuable members of our team, volunteers receive training and other benefits to make the experience as rewarding as possible, for them and for our patients and families. Volunteer responsibilities may include leading
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Nephrology
From kidney stones to kidney transplants, our board-certified nephrologists at Connecticut Children’s work with social workers, child life specialists and nutritionists to provide diagnosis, treatment and follow-up kidney care to children of all ages. As leaders in pediatric
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Beyond Repeat Ear Infections: Avery’s Healthy Ear Journey
By Christopher Grindle, MD:
When 4-year-old Avery started preschool, her mom Stacey, and her dad Eric noticed something wasn’t right. Avery kept getting ear infections, one after another, always in her left ear. There are many reasons this can happen in kids, which is why these children should be evaluated

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Amanda Mullane, RD, MS, CD-N
Metabolic Registered Dietitian
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- Medical Genetics
- Nutrition

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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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