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Prepare For Your Visit What to Expect Upon receiving a referral from your pediatrician or specialist, our scheduling team will call you to schedule an initial pain management evaluation. Most patients will be scheduled for a New Team visit, which is a 2-hour multidisciplinary appointment in which you Service/Program
Palliative Care Pediatric palliative care is an active, total approach to relieve pain and suffering by embracing physical, emotional and spiritual elements of care with a focus on maximizing quality of life for children with serious illness and their families. Palliative care is appropriate for 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
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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
Family Advisory Council The Family Advisory Council (FAC) is a voluntary group that includes family members of current or former pediatric patients of Connecticut Children’s. Council members lend parent, patient and provider perspectives to help improve the overall patient- and family-centered health
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Orthopedics Children’s musculoskeletal needs are different from those of adults. Our pediatric orthopedic specialists provide expert care for children of all ages, from infants to young adults, so their growing bones, muscles and joints are treated with the latest medical advancements Specialty
Pediatric Urgent Care Walk Right In With over 30 pediatric specialties, we're your one-stop shop for quality care 100% dedicated to kids. As pediatric experts, we understand the nuances and complexities unique to children's bodies and are here when you need us most — just walk right in. For any life Specialty
Pediatric Surgery At Connecticut Children’s, our board-certified pediatric surgeons provide exceptional care for children of all ages — from complex procedures to the common conditions that still cause big worries for families. Whether your child is dealing with an ingrown toenail, a skin lump, a Child Health Excellence in Research and Innovative Outcomes Connecticut Children’s Scientific Center for Child Health Excellence in Research and Innovative Outcomes advances our understanding of population health through research, education, interventions, policy, and community partnerships. The Center has a multi-disciplinary group of
Research Institute Connecticut Children's Research Institute (CCRI) is at the forefront of transforming pediatric healthcare. We stand at the intersection of passion and innovation, driven by a mission to revolutionize the care and treatment of children, offering new hope for better outcomes. Our
Research and Innovation Connecticut Children’s Research Institute (CCRI) is transforming children’s health and well-being. We stand at the intersection of passion and innovation. From groundbreaking research to real-world impact, our mission is to offer new hope for families and kids everywhere. In our