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Sleep Apnea Clinic In partnership with Connecticut Children’s Sleep Center, the Sleep Apnea Clinic diagnoses and treats children affected by sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is when a person stops breathing while they are sleeping. Obstructive sleep apnea means something is blocking, or obstructing, the

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

Curly Toes c2 Curly toes are a common condition present at birth that affects infants and young children. It typically impacts the third and fourth toes on both feet, causing them to curl under due to tight tendons pulling one toe beneath the next. While often harmless, curly toes can

Genu Varum (Bowlegs) and Genu Valgum (Knock-Knees)

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

Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Program

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

Adolescent Medicine Connecticut Children’s board-certified adolescent medicine physicians and nurse practitioners provide a broad range of care and services to teen and young adult patients (ages 10 to 25) and their families. We collaborate with primary care physicians and other healthcare providers

Radiology

Rheumatology Our pediatric rheumatologists evaluate, diagnose and provide therapeutic services to children with a range of conditions affecting the joints and muscles. We work closely with other specialists at Connecticut Children’s to provide comprehensive care for our patients. Depending on

Fetal Care Center At the Fetal Care Center at Connecticut Children’s, we specialize in diagnosing and treating a variety of fetal conditions before birth. We offer: Second opinions and consultations with your maternal health provider to understand your individual needs. Advanced diagnostic tools

Sports Physical Therapy

Pediatric Tracheostomy There are many reasons that a child may need a tracheostomy, a surgical procedure used to create an opening through the neck into the trachea (windpipe). For example, when a child’s airway is permanently blocked, cannot be cleared of secretions or must be supported by a

Snowboarding Injuries

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