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Application & Selection Process
The following materials must be submitted online using the application link below: Signed DCT Statement of support One recommendation letter (preferably from a clinical supervisor or professor/instructor) Unofficial graduate school transcript Two 500-word essays Essay 1: What type of clinical
Neuropsychology
The Neuropsychology rotation provides opportunities for the extern to provide neuropsychologically informed care for children with medical conditions involving the central nervous system.
Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
The Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (IND) rotation provides training focused on children and adolescents either with or suspected of having a neurodevelopmental disability.
Child Clinical (Minor Rotation Only)
The Child Clinical rotation offers opportunities for intervention and assessment of children and adolescents presenting with a wide variety of behavioral health concerns.
Education and Training
The focus of the PPI externship program is to provide exposure to new clinical populations and, treatment programs within an academic medical center setting.
Pediatric Psychology
Nationwide Children's Hospital Pediatric Psychology offers a variety of clinical experiences in multiple outpatient multidisciplinary medical clinics located at or near Nationwide Children's main campus.
Inpatient Pediatric Acute Treatment (Minor Rotation Only)
The PPI extern will have the opportunity to shadow psychologists one day per week in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Inpatient Units. Common presenting concerns include suicidal ideation and attempts, non-suicidal self-injury, severe depression and anxiety, aggression, mania, and psychosis.
Salary and Housing
PPI externs will receive approximately $8200 for travel and living expenses. Housing provided free of charge by Nationwide Children's Hospital (at no cost to doctoral student). Housing is located within walking distance to Nationwide Children's main campus.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be in good standing at a doctoral psychology graduate program in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
Child Welfare Rotation with the Center for Family Safety and Healing (Minor Rotation Only)
The Center for Family Safety and Healing (TCFSH) an array of multidisciplinary programs focused on direct services and advocacy for social change to address all aspects of family violence, including child and elder abuse, teen dating violence, and domestic violence.
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Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
This Helping Hand™ is about eczema in children, which is a skin problem that causes dry, itchy, rough skin rashes.
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Preparing for a Primary Care or Clinic Visit
When you come to Nationwide Children's for a primary care visit or a clinic appointment, knowing what to bring and where to go can make the visit go smoothly.
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Otorrhea
Otorrhea is the medical term for ear drainage. In order for there to be drainage from the middle ear into the ear canal, there must be a connection present.
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Abdominal / Duplication Cysts
Abdominal cyst is a general term used to describe a rare, congenital birth defect that causes an irregular mass of tissue to grow in a baby’s abdomen. Growths can appear anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract or reproductive organs like the ovaries. Surgery is the most common treatment for cysts.
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VACTERL Association
VACTERL association is a complex condition that affects up to seven areas of the body. It appears differently in everyone, but at least three areas of the body must be impacted for this diagnosis.
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Pelvic Pain
Pelvic pain is considered pain in the lowest part of your abdomen. Acute pelvic pain is pain that is present for less than three months. Chronic pelvic pain is persistent and presents for six months or greater.
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Autoimmune Hepatitis
Autoimmune hepatitis happens when something goes wrong with the body’s immune system. In autoimmune hepatitis, the immune system attacks normal liver cells. This causes damage that makes it hard for the liver to work properly.
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Sports Medicine: Ankle Dislocation or Subluxation
The ankle joint is made up of two lower leg bones and a foot bone. A dislocation is an injury to a joint causing the bones to no longer meet together correctly. In the ankle, this can occur when the talus no longer is in position with the tibia and fibula. A subluxation is a partial dislocation.
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Avulsion Fractures of the Ischial Tuberosity of the Pelvis
Avulsion fractures happen when a small piece of bone is pulled away by a muscle or tendon. The ischial tuberosity, located in the buttocks, is where the hamstring tendons attach to the pelvis. These fractures often occur in teenagers.
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Factor V Leiden
Factor V (factor five) is a protein involved in the blood clotting process. Children born with Factor V Leiden produce a mutated form of Factor V that does not respond well to activated Protein C.
Volar Plate Injuries
The volar plate is a thick ligament that connects two bones in the finger. A volar plate injury is commonly called a jammed finger or sprain. This happens when the finger is bent backward too far (hyperextended). These injuries can also lead to a fracture (break) called an avulsion fracture.
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Chronic Ankle Instability
Chronic ankle instability happens when your ankle keeps giving way, especially after many sprains. This makes it hard to walk or play sports without your ankle feeling weak or wobbly. It can happen even when you’re just standing still.
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Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) is a congenital heart defect where most of the structures on the left side of the heart are small and underdeveloped. The Hybrid approach, developed by surgeons at Nationwide Children's Hospital, is an alternative to Norwood open heart surgery for HLHS.
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Uterine Didelphys
Uterine didelphys is a disorder present before birth in which a female develops two uteruses instead of one. Treatment could be needed if symptoms occur such as unusual pressure or cramping pain before or during a menstrual period or an abnormally high amount of bleeding during a menstrual period.
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Noisy Breathing (Stertor, Stridor or Wheezing)
Noisy breathing is common, especially in children. and can be a sign of many different conditions. Noisy breathing is typically caused by a partial blockage or narrowing at some point in the airways. Types of noisy breathing include low-pitched, stridor and wheezing.
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Patient-and-Family-Centered Care
Patient and Family Centered Care guides everyone in our organization as we work together to satisfy the emotional, spiritual, social and medical needs of our patients.
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Menstrual Period Disorders
Menstrual periods can be very different for different people. What is “normal” for some may not be for others. Menstrual period disorders can mean your periods are not the same length or time each month or can mean your blood flow is heavier than usual.
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Tongue Tie
Tongue tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition in which your child’s tongue is tethered to the floor of the mouth by a band (lingual frenulum). While up to 10 percent of children can have some degree of tongue tie, not all children with tongue tie require intervention.
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Celiac Disease
Celiac disease is a chronic condition that results in damage to the lining of the small intestines. Symptoms are triggered by the ingestion of products that contain wheat, barley or rye proteins, collectively known as gluten.
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Congenital High Airway Obstruction Syndrome (CHAOS)
Congenital high airway obstruction syndrome, or CHAOS, is a very rare condition where the fetal airway is fully or partly blocked. CHAOS is usually found during a routine prenatal ultrasound. In some cases, fetal surgery may be done to remove the blockage. Sometimes CHAOS resolves on its own.
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Dandy-Walker Syndrome
Dandy-Walker Syndrome (DWS) is a congenital condition where the cerebellum does not develop normally. The cerebellum is an area at the back of the brain that controls movement and balance. With DWS, parts of the cerebellum may never develop, may be very small, or may become filled with fluid.
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Impaired Spleen Function
The spleen is an organ that helps prevent and control some infections. Asplenia is when you don’t have a spleen.
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Diabetes: MODY
MODY is the name given to a collection of different types of inherited forms of diabetes that usually develop in adolescence or early adulthood. MODY stands for “Maturity-onset diabetes of the young” and was given that name because it acted like an adult type of diabetes but was found in young people.
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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a rare condition defined by worsening muscle weakness and damage. It is the most common inherited neuromuscular disorder that affects all races and ethnicities. DMD only affects males and children with DMD may lose the ability to walk as early as 7 years of age.
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Food Allergy and Parenting
This Helping Hand™ offers advice on parenting a child with food allergies. You have watched your child’s food and surroundings from an early age. You have also worked hard to speak to others, such as family, friends, and your child’s school, about keeping them safe from their allergen(s).
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Endometriosis
Endometriosis is an inflammatory and estrogen-dependent condition in which the menstrual tissue is found outside the uterus, within the pelvis. Pain due to endometriosis is different from normal menstrual pain. Girls who have a family history of endometriosis have an increased chance of developing it.
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Sports Medicine: Herniated Disc
A herniated disc is a condition that affects the spine. A disc has a tough outside shell and jelly-like center. A herniated disc occurs when the jelly-like contents of the disc leak out.
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Cloacal Malformation
Cloacal malformation, sometimes called persistent cloaca, is found in female children where the rectum, vagina and urethra are fused together, creating a single common channel. In developing fetuses, these openings are joined in a sac known as the cloaca. At birth, these openings are normally separate.
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Atrioventricular Septal Defect (AVSD)
Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD), also commonly known as endocardial cushion defect or atrioventricular canal defect (AVCD), is a heart condition where there are holes between the heart’s upper and lower chambers, and the valves controlling blood flow may not form correctly.
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Pilonidal Disease
This Helping Hand™ is about pilonidal disease, which is a common skin condition that happens between the buttocks.
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Same-Day Procedures
If your child's care plan requires a same-day procedure or outpatient surgery, you can plan ahead to make the experience less scary.
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Nasal Turbinate Hypertrophy
Turbinate hypertrophy, inferior turbinate hypertrophy, and nasal turbinate hypertrophy are all descriptions of a similar condition where the tissue on the lateral (outside) walls of the nose are too large, causing nasal obstruction.
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Migraines
To be diagnosed with migraines, a child needs to have at least five headaches that meet certain criteria: pain that is moderate to severe, pain that is one-sided (unilateral) or on both sides of the head (bilateral), sensitivity to light and sound, and nausea that may or may not lead to vomiting.
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Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (RRP)
RRP is caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), which is a highly prevalent virus.
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Swallowing Disorders
A swallowing disorder can result in aspiration or food “going down the wrong pipe.” Aspiration can place a child at a higher risk for respiratory/pulmonary issues.
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Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser Syndrome
Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser Syndrome (MRKH) is a rare condition that affects girls and women. It means they are born without a fully developed uterus or vagina.
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Allergy to Stinging Insects
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss local and systemic reactions to stinging insects. The most common stinging insects found in the Ohio area are honeybees, wasps, yellow jackets and hornets. Doctors often prescribe an automatic injector device such as an EpiPen® to treat severe reactions.
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Hemangioma and Vascular Malformations
The treatment of a hemangioma is usually observation. Some hemangiomas can cause problems if they bleed or press on important nearby structures, such as the eye or the upper airway. Venous malformations, lymphatic malformations and arteriovenous malformations require a multidisciplinary approach.
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Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney
Multicystic dysplastic kidney is a common condition that occurs when one kidney does not develop correctly as it is forming in the womb. It is possible to end up with a non-functioning kidney full of cysts and scar tissue. The remaining kidney is usually able to take over all kidney function.
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Tinea Pedis
This Helping Hand™ is about athlete's foot (tinea pedis) a common foot infection caused by a fungus.
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Breast Asymmetry
Breast asymmetry in teenage females is common. In certain situations, the asymmetry may be significant and may lead to decreased body image, and difficulty finding clothes that fit. Treatment may include surgery. The type of surgery varies based on patient wishes and surgeon assessment.
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Macromastia
Macromastia refers to enlarged breasts in females. This condition may cause back and neck pain, as well as rashes and limitations with daily activities. In those situations, breast reduction surgery may be beneficial.
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Batten Disease
Batten Disease, also known as Spielmeyer-Vogt-Sjogren-Batten disease, is the most common form of a group of disorders called neuronal ceroid lipofuscinoses (or NCLs). Although Batten disease is usually regarded as the juvenile form of NCL, it has become the term which encompasses all forms of NCL.
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Double-Inlet Left Ventricle
Double-inlet left ventricle (DILV) is a heart defect where both upper chambers send blood to one lower chamber, causing mixed blood flow to the body and lungs. Most babies with DILV will need many heart surgeries over their lifetime. Most surgeries are successful, but your child will need cardiology care for life.
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Subglottic Stenosis
Subglottic stenosis is a narrowing of the airway in the part of the voice box below the vocal cords (glottis). There are two kinds of subglottic stenosis: congenital subglottic stenosis and acquired subglottic stenosis.
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Hymen Variants
Hymen is a thin piece of tissue located at the opening of the vagina. The hymen needs to be open to allow menstrual blood and normal secretions to exit the vagina. Hymens come in different shapes including imperforate hymen, microperforate hymen, cribiform hymen and septate hymen.
Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome (JPS)
Juvenile polyposis syndrome is an inherited condition that is characterized by the development of hamartomatous polyps throughout the digestive tract.
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Ovarian Neoplasm
This Helping Hand™ highlights ovarian neoplasm, which is an abnormal growth of cells in the ovary. It can be benign or malignant. Symptoms include abdominal bloating, weight loss, and fatigue. Treatment usually involves surgery and chemotherapy.
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). Anyone who is sexually active is at risk of getting HPV.
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Chronic Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction
In CIP the intestines react as if there is a true obstruction or blockage. When tests are performed, no physical evidence of blockage is found.
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Neurofibromatosis (NF1, NF2 & SWN)
Neurofibromatosis includes three distinct health conditions. These genetic disorders case tumors in the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord and nerves. While most tumors are non-aggressive, they may still require treatment.
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Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is a common condition caused by an abnormal reaction of the body’s immune system to various allergens. In this condition, the nasal lining can become very inflamed and swollen from the over-response of the body. Common allergens include dust, grass, pollen, mold, trees and dander.
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Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Events
This Helping Hand™ reviews what psychogenic non-epileptic events (PNEE) are, as well as signs, diagnosis, and treatment options.
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Tympanic Membrane Perforation
Tympanic membrane perforation can be suspected with a history of ear trauma, ear tubes, frequent ear drainage or hearing loss.
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Knock Knees (Genu Valgum)
Genu valgum, also known as knock knees, is a common lower leg abnormality that is usually seen in the toddler, preschool and early school-age children. In genu valgum, the lower extremities turn inward, causing the appearance of the knees to be touching while the ankles remain apart.
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Hydronephrosis
Hydronephrosis is a radiology term for swelling or fluid in the kidney. Hydronephrosis can be a sign of other kidney or bladder problems or developmental issues
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Psoriasis
Psoriasis (sore-EYE-uh-sis) is a common skin problem that looks like pink or red areas of skin topped with white or silvery scaly patches.
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Turner Syndrome
Turner Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects females. It is caused by a partial or complete loss of an X chromosome.
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Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic-depression, is a chronic mental illness that causes extreme mood swings from high to low.
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Enuresis (Bedwetting)
Enuresis is the medical term for wetting the bed. It means a child urinates without meaning to. Treatment usually means helping a child to form habits that will allow him to control his need to urinate.
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Allergy to Dust Mites
This Helping Hand™ covers allergy to dust mites. When a person who is sensitive to the dust mite breathes in these particles, they can cause sneezing, coughing, runny nose, congestion and itchy, watery eyes.
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Prepubertal Vaginal Bleeding
There are several different reasons why a pediatric patient may experience vaginal bleeding. It is important to notify your health care provider if you notice your child is having vaginal bleeding.
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Vaginal Atresia
Vaginal atresia is a condition a child is born with. The vagina might not be formed completely, meaning it is closed or absent. Treatment includes dilators or surgery.
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Lateral Collateral Ligament Sprain
The lateral collateral ligament (LCL) is one of the 4 major ligaments of the knee. An injury to the LCL alone is not common and often occurs with knee injuries.
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Congenital Hypothyroidism
This Helping Hand™ is about congenital hypothyroidism, which is when a baby is born without enough thyroid hormone. Learn more about symptoms and treatment for congenital hypothyroidism here.
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Bicuspid Aortic Valve
Bicuspid aortic valve disease (BAV) is an irregularity in the heart where there are only two leaflets on a valve, instead of the normal three.
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D-Transposition of the Great Vessels
D-Transposition of the great vessels (d-TGA) is a congenital heart defect where the aorta and pulmonary artery are switched from their normal positions. Shortly after birth, babies with d-TGA are blue because not enough oxygen is getting to the body.
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Meniscus Tears
Meniscus tears are common injuries. The meniscus is the rubbery cartilage disc between the tibia and femur. It acts as a shock absorber in the joint. The meniscus helps provide stability in the knee.
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Snapping Hip Syndrome
Snapping hip syndrome is a condition in which you may sense something catching or hear a popping sound or click in your hip when your hip joint moves. If you put your hand over the hip area, you might feel or even see the snap happen when walking, running, bending or getting up from a sitting position.
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Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), also referred to as Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), is a disorder of the auditory (hearing) system that causes a disruption in the way that an individual’s brain understands what they are hearing. It is not a form of hearing loss.
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Lower Urinary Tract Outlet Obstruction (LUTO)
Lower urinary tract outlet obstruction is when pee is partly or completely blocked from leaving the body at the lower urinary tract. LUTO occurs in about 1 in every 5,000 pregnancies. It is more common in males.
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Lordosis
Lordosis is the natural curve of the lower back (lumbar) area of the spine. There are five primary types of lordosis: postural lordosis, congenital/traumatic lordosis, post-surgical laminectomy hyperlordosis, neuromuscular lordosis and lordosis secondary to hip flexion contracture.
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Spleen Injury
This Helping Hand™ covers spleen injuries. Due to where the spleen is in the body and its size, it can get injured easily. Learn what to expect if your child has a spleen injury.
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Sports Medicine: Adductor Muscle Strain
Adductors are a group of muscles that go from the pelvic bone down to the inner thigh and knee. An adductor strain is an injury to one of these muscles.
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Vocal Fold Nodules
Vocal fold or vocal cord nodules are small, non-cancerous growths on your child’s vocal cords. They are often caused by voice abuse. Over time, your child’s repeated misuse of the vocal folds results in soft, swollen spots on each vocal fold.
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Feeding Disorders
Feeding disorders are characterized by extreme food selectivity by type, texture, brand, shape or color.
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High Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fatty yellow substance. It is made by your liver from the fats, carbohydrates and proteins in the food you eat. Learn more from Nationwide Children's.
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Enlarged Tonsils
The function of the tonsils is to help identify and fight infections caused by viruses or bacteria. They can cause problems if they are enlarged or become infected.
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Labial Hypertrophy
Larger-appearing labia minora, known as labial hypertrophy, may be completely normal. Labia vary in appearance with a wide range of normal regarding the size, shape and color. The majority of patients who have concerns about labial hypertrophy have normal labia.
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Obstructed Mullerian Duct Anomalies
Obstructed mullerian duct anomalies are defects in the development of the reproductive system that are present in a female baby before birth.
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Vaginal Anomalies
Vaginal anomalies are disorders that involve abnormally formed or absent vaginas. These include: vaginal agenesis, imperforate hymen, septate hymen, transverse vaginal septum and transverse vaginal septum. These occur in about 5% of females with an anorectal malformation/imperforate anus.
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP)
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), previously known as Gardner syndrome, is an inherited colorectal cancer syndrome characterized by the development of numerous adenomas throughout the digestive tract. Other organs of the body can be affected as well. FAP can be passed from one generation to the next or occur as a new genetically driven disorder.
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Hydroureter
Hydroureter is when the ureter gets bigger than normal due to a backup of urine.
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Hemophilia Carrier
A hemophilia carrier is a female who has the gene that causes hemophilia A or hemophilia B deficiency.
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Sialorrhea (Drooling)
Sialorrhea, also known as hypersalivation or drooling, means excessive saliva flow. Anterior sialorrhea is when patients have forward spillage of saliva from their mouths onto their faces and clothes. Posterior sialorrhea is when patients have spillage of saliva from their mouths down their airways.
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Bone Marrow: Transplant Chronic Graft-Versus-Host-Disease
This Helping Hand™ explains how after someone has a bone marrow transplant, the donated bone marrow or stem cells can attack healthy tissue in a patient’s body.
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Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth Disease (HFMD) is a common illness caused by a virus. Early symptoms of HFMD are much like a common cold. After a day or two, you might see small painful sores (ulcers) on the throat and tonsils and a rash of very small blisters or red spots on the hands, feet and diaper area.
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Meningitis
Meningitis is an infection of the meninges. These are the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
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Cloacal Exstrophy
Cloacal exstrophy, also known as OEIS syndrome, is a rare congenital birth defect that occurs when the lower abdominal organs do not form properly during fetal development. Babies with this condition are born with organs outside the body, such as the bladder, small and large intestine.
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Wilms' Tumor
This Helping Hand™ covers Wilms' tumor, a cancerous tumor of the kidney. It is thought to be caused by abnormal genes. The tumor may occur at any age, but it is most common in children 1 to 5 years of age.
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Elbow Dislocation
The elbow joint is made up of three bones. An elbow dislocation is an injury to the elbow joint that causes the humerus and ulna to be moved from their normal spot, so they no longer fit together.
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Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Pulmonary hypertension is a rare lung disease in which the blood pressure in the pulmonary arteries are high.
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Sports Medicine: High Ankle Sprain
A high ankle sprain is the stretching and/or tearing of the ligaments that connect the shin bones just above the ankle. High ankle sprains are less common than other ankle sprains and typically more severe.
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Hip Pointer (Iliac Crest Contusion)
A hip pointer is a bruise to the bone on the side of the hip called the iliac crest. It is usually from a direct hit to the hip. Bruises cause bleeding from small blood vessels that split, allowing blood to leak into the muscles, tendons, or other soft tissues.
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Hip Dysplasia
Hip dysplasia, also known as developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), is an issue that is present at birth. In a child with DDH, the hip socket is shallow. As a result, the head of the femur may slip in and out. It may dislocate. This means it moves partly or completely out of the hip socket.
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Mononucleosis (Infectious)
Infectious mononucleosis, also known as “mono” or "the kissing disease," is an illness usually caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV). Some cases are caused by a virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV). The virus is contagious and spreads when someone comes in contact with an infected person’s saliva.
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Failure to Thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) is a term that is traditionally used for children who have failed to develop and grow normally. FTT occurs when a child is either not receiving enough calories or is unable to properly use the calories that are given, resulting in failure to grow or gain weight.
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Spontaneous Pneumothorax
This Helping Hand™ covers a spontaneous pneumothorax, which usually happens when a weak part of the lung is leaking air. These areas are like blisters on the lungs, called blebs. They can burst and leak air into the pleural space.
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Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumors
There are three kinds of tenosynovial giant cell tumors (TGCTs). One type grows in the tissue that lines the joints (synovium). The second kind grows in the area that cushions the joints and tendons (bursa). The third type grows in the lining around the tendons (tendon sheath).
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Allergy to Mold
This Helping Hand™ covers mold, which is a fungus that can be found almost anywhere, both indoors and outside. Only a few types of mold cause an allergic reaction. Mold seeds (or spores) get into the air and are then breathed in.
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Ranula
A ranula is a fluid collection or cyst that forms in the mouth under the tongue. It is filled with saliva that has leaked out of a damaged salivary gland. If a ranula stays in the mouth underneath the tongue it is called a simple ranula. If it grows down into the neck it is called a plunging ranula.
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Precocious (Early) Puberty in Children
This Helping Hand™ is about early puberty in children. Sometimes, puberty can start earlier and before signs show.
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Non-Ossifying Fibromas
Non-ossifying fibromas (NOFs) are made of fibrous or “scar” tissue in the bone. They are not cancerous and they do not spread to other parts of the body or bone.
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Paradoxical Vocal Cord Dysfunction (PVCD)
With Paradoxical Vocal Cord Dysfunction (PVCD), the vocal cords close together, or constrict, when a person inhales, leaving only a small opening for air to flow into the windpipe.
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Gastroparesis
Gastroparesis is a condition that causes food and liquid to stay in the stomach for a long time.
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Ménière's Disease
Ménière's disease is a balance disorder caused by an abnormality found in a section of the inner ear called the labyrinth.
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Limb Length Discrepancy (LLD)
A limb length discrepancy (LLD) is when one arm or leg is longer than the other arm or leg. Leg length discrepancies are very common. There are two main causes of leg length discrepancy: a condition that caused one leg to grow slower or something like an injury affected the growth of the bone.
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Gonadal Dysgenesis
Gonadal dysgenesis, also known as 46XY gonadal dysgenesis and Swyer syndrome, is a condition in which the ovaries or testes (gonads) did not form the right way during pregnancy. Treatment may include surgery or hormone therapy.
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease, also known as PID, is an infection in the uterus, the fallopian tubes or the ovaries. PID most commonly occurs in sexually active females, but may also occur in females who have never been sexually active.
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Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)
Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) is a condition in which a woman’s ovaries do not make enough follicles or the follicles do not function properly. Because of this, there are not enough hormones produced and women stop having menses (their “period”) before the age of 40.
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Nursemaid's Elbow
This Helping Hand™ explains what Nursemaid's elbow is and talks about how to prevent it.
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Posterior Urethral Valves
Posterior urethral valves (PUV) is when there are abnormal tissue flaps in the tube that lets urine flow from the bladder to outside the body (urethra). The tissue flaps cause a blockage that back urine up into the bladder.
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Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is an infection of the vagina. Females of any age can have it and you do not have to be sexually active to get bacterial vaginosis.
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Bartholin’s Cyst
Girls have two Bartholin glands that are located just inside the opening of the vagina. The glands produce fluid that lubricates the vagina. A Bartholin gland cyst forms when the opening of the gland becomes blocked and the fluid cannot get out.
Cayler Cardiofacial Syndrome
Cayler Cardiofacial Syndrome is also known as 22q.11.2 deletion syndrome.
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Chylothorax
When lymphatic fluid (or lymph) collects around the chest wall and lungs, it can cause chest pain or make it hard to breathe. This condition is called chylothorax.
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Allergies to Foods
A food allergy occurs when the body’s immune system overreacts to certain foods. The body then makes antibodies to that food and an allergic reaction occurs. Anaphylaxis is a severe and possibly life-threatening reaction. If a severe reaction occurs, use the EpiPen and call 9-1-1 immediately.
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Sports Medicine: Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative disc disease is the slow breakdown of one or more intervertebral discs.
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Spinous Process Apophysitis
Spinous process apophysitis is an injury to an apophysis in the low back.
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Acute Pancreatitis
This Helping Hand™ explains the signs, causes, and treatments for acute pancreatitis—a sudden inflammation of the pancreas—with expert guidance from the care team at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Langerhan Cell Histiocytosis (LCH)
Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) is among a rare and diverse group of disorders affecting primarily children. LCH was previously known as Histiocytosis-X, with the terms eosinophilic granuloma, Hand-Schuller-Christian disease, and Letterer-Siwe disease applied to various forms of the disease.
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Pneumomediastinum
In this Helping Hand™, we discuss the causes and treatment pneumomediastinum, which is a condition that happens when air escapes from the lungs, airways, or esophagus into the mediastinum.
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Pelvic Masses
Pelvic masses may be caused by adnexal cysts, ovarian masses and tumors and uterine abnormalities. The most common reason the uterus would become enlarged in a girl or young woman is due to build-up of menstrual blood, also known as an outflow tract obstruction.
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Hypospadias
Many children with hypospadias will have a partially-formed or hooded foreskin with deficient skin on the bottom side of the penis where the urethra is located.
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Liver Failure in Children
Liver failure happens when the liver becomes so sick and damaged that it stops working, either partly or completely. Although this is rare, liver failure can happen even in children. Many of them recover well, but others become extremely ill, and some may need a liver transplant to survive.
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Arthrogryposis
Arthrogryposis, also called arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), involves a variety of non-progressive conditions that are characterized by multiple joint contractures (stiffness) and involves muscle weakness found throughout the body at birth.
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Dermoid Cyst
Dermoid cysts, also called epidermoid cysts or dermal/epidermal inclusion cysts, are masses in children and adults, most commonly found in the head, face, neck and upper chest. Dermoid cyst ablation is a minimally-invasive procedure that is an alternative to surgically removing the dermoid cyst.
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Alopecia Areata
This Helping Hand is about hair loss related to alopecia areata. It also discusses diagnosis and treatment.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux, also known as chalasia or spitting up, is so common that it should be considered normal for babies. In infants, the sphincter that keeps food in the stomach is not as strong, so some formula or food can come back up. Reflux can cause heartburn which may make the baby fussy.
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Hip Flexor Strain
The hip flexor muscles are in the front of the thigh. They are made up of the iliopsoas (i-lee-uh-sow-uhs), sartorius (saar-taw-ree-is), and rectus femoris (rek-tuhs feh-mr-uhs) muscles. They allow the hip to lift up, or flex. Muscle attaches to bone via a tendon.
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Intracranial Hypertension (Pseudotumor Cerebri)
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension, sometimes called pseudotumor cerebri, is a condition in which the cerebro-spinal fluid is not able to drain normally.
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Zoonoses
Zoonoses, infections that people can get from animals. Children with compromised immune systems are at higher risk for these infections. The information in this Helping Hand™ will help with safe animal and pet care.
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Back Sciatica
The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body. Sciatica is caused by increased pressure placed on the sciatic nerve, most commonly from a herniated disk.
Bartholin's Cyst
A Bartholin’s cyst is a pocket of fluid that forms in the tissue surrounding the vaginal opening. Bartholin glands create fluid that lubricates the vagina.
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Folliculitis
Folliculitis is a common inflammation of the hair follicles, which are the openings in the skin where the hair grows. The rash appears as small red bumps or pus bumps that can itch or be mildly painful.
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Unicameral Bone Cyst
Although unicameral bone cysts are benign, active unicameral bone cysts can cause bones to weaken or fracture.
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Nasal Congestion
Nasal congestion, nasal obstruction, and mouth breathing are all descriptions of a similar condition where the nasal passages are blocked, resulting in the sensation of difficulty breathing through the nose.
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Enlarged Adenoid
The adenoid is a structure located at the junction of the nose and throat (nasopharynx) that functions in the immune system. Adenoids sometimes become enlarged during childhood and the increased size may cause problems.
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Heart Failure
Heart failure means the heart’s ability to squeeze is weakened. As a result, the heart cannot pump enough oxygen and nutrients to meet the body’s needs.
Branchial Cleft Cyst/Sinus/Fistula
During early prenatal development, gill-like structures (branchial) usually resorb but in rare circumstances, they may remain. These are referred to as branchial anomalies. They include branchial sinus, branchial fistula and branchial cyst. Branchial anomalies can be removed surgically.
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Coarctation of the Aorta
Coarctation of the aorta is a heart defect that is present at birth (congenital) in which the aorta is narrowed and results in decreased blood flow to the lower body. The left ventricle (pumping chamber) of the heart must work harder in order to pump blood through the narrowed aorta.
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Ebstein's Anomaly
Ebstein’s anomaly is a heart problem that some people are born with. It means the tricuspid valve, which helps control blood flow in the heart, doesn’t work right. Most babies with severe Ebstein’s need surgery at some point.
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Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return (TAPVR)
Total anomalous pulmonary venous return (TAPVR) is a condition where the blood vessels in the lungs, called the pulmonary veins, are not attached to the heart in the right place. Because of this, the body can’t get enough oxygen.
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Interrupted Aortic Arch (IAA)
Interrupted aortic arch is a heart condition where the aorta doesn't form completely. This affects blood flow and will require open heart surgery to treat it.
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Truncus Arteriosus
Truncus arteriosus is a rare heart defect where only one large blood vessel forms instead of two. It can be treated with surgery.
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Clubfoot (Talipes Equinovarus)
Clubfoot, also known as talipes equinovarus (TEV), is a common foot abnormality, in which the foot points downward and inward. It occurs twice as often in males than in females. Signs of clubfoot include a short and/or tight Achilles tendon (heel cord) and a heel that is turned in.
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Duodenal Atresia
Duodenal atresia is a congenital condition where the duodenum is narrowed or blocked. The duodenum is the first part of the small bowel (intestine). This blockage keeps liquids and food from passing through the stomach into the rest of the intestine. The cause of duodenal atresia is not known.
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Thrush and Yeast Infections
Thrush is an infection caused by a fungus called candida. Thrush can affect a child's mouth or diaper area. Oral thrush begins as flat white spots and come together to form patches. These spots are often mistaken for "milk patches." Candida in the diaper area can cause a red rash with tiny blisters.
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Congenital Melanocytic Nevi (CMN)
Moles present from birth, or that develop within the first few months after birth, are called congenital melanocytic nevi (CMN). They are fairly common and, in most cases, they do not cause health problems. However, they can carry risks.
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Asperger's Syndrome
Asperger’s Syndrome, a form of Autism Spectrum Disorder, is a developmental disorder. Young people with Asperger’s Syndrome have a difficult time relating to others socially and their behavior and thinking patterns can be rigid and repetitive. They also may have trouble understanding body language.
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Gastroschisis
When the muscles and skin fail to form normally in the abdominal wall, this results in an abdominal wall defect. Gastroschisis is the most common of the abdominal wall defects. Babies born with gastroschisis have a hole in the abdominal wall.
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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a collection of behavioral and physical signs and symptoms that affects women a few days before their menses. These symptoms typically occur in a predictable pattern. Symptoms can include mood swings, anxiety, food cravings, bloating, fatigue and headaches.
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Atrial Septal Defect
Atrial septal defects (ASD) are a congenital heart defect characterized by a hole in the wall (septum) that divides the upper chambers (atria) of the heart.
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Bladder Outlet Obstruction
Bladder outlet obstruction, also known as lower urinary tract obstruction (LUTO), is a rare birth defect characterized by a partial or complete blockage in the urethra. There are several types of bladder outlet obstruction, including urethral atresia, posterior urethral valves, and triad syndrome.
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Birthmarks
More than 80 percent of babies have some type of birthmark. Most birthmarks are harmless and require no treatment. Vascular birthmarks include macular stains, hemangiomas and port wine stains. Pigmented birthmarks include congenital melanocytic nevi (moles), dermal melanosis and café-au-lait spots.
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Submucous Cleft Palate
A submucous cleft palate (SMCP) results from a lack of normal fusion of the muscles within the soft palate as the baby is developing in utero. Frequent middle ear infections, nasal speech and early feeding difficulties may be the first indicators that a child has a submucous cleft palate.
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Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis pilaris is a dry skin type. It looks like dry, rough, small bumps that are flesh-colored or pink and can feel like sandpaper or chicken skin. It is not contagious and is usually not itchy. The most common areas for these bumps are on the back of the arms, front of the thighs and the face.
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Ovarian Masses and Tumors
Ovaries can become enlarged due to cysts, masses or neoplasms. The vast majority of ovarian neoplasms in girls and young women are not cancerous. Most ovarian cysts do not cause significant symptoms and resolve spontaneously.
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Nosebleeds (Epistaxis)
Nosebleeds, also called epistaxis, commonly occur in children for a number of reasons.
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Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), is a rare congenital condition where the muscles in the diaphragm do not grow together, leaving a hole. The hole allows the intestines and other organs (stomach, liver) to move up into the baby’s chest. When this happens, it makes it hard for the lungs to grow.
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Astrocytoma (aka Glioma)
Astrocytoma is a type of tumor that can grow in the brain or spinal cord. It can be treated with surgery, radiation therapy, or other treatments depending on the type of tumor.
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Giant Neck Mass
A giant neck mass is an abnormal growth of the neck. There are two different types of masses including cervical teratomas and lymphatic malformations. The cause of it is unknown, but it can be treated.
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Sports Hernia
A sports hernia is a soft tissue injury in the groin area. It often occurs during sports that require repeated kicking or quick change of direction.
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Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that causes pinpoint lesions on the skin. Molluscum contagiosum is part of the pox virus family. This virus is spread through direct skin-to-skin contact.
Velocardiofacial Syndrome
Velocardiofacial Syndrome is also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
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Congenital Lung Lesions
Congenital lung lesions are a group of conditions where part of the lung has an abnormal growth or mass. Congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM), bronchopulmonary sequestration and congenital lobar emphysema are the most common types of congenital lung lesions.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
This Helping Hand™ covers irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) which is a common disorder that affects the large intestine (colon). Symptoms are caused by changes in how the GI tract works. IBS is a group of symptoms that occur together, not a disease.
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Cradle Cap
Seborrheic dermatitis, also known as cradle cap, is very common in infants and children. It appears as scaly, itchy, white, yellow or red patches. It most often appears on the scalp but can also be found on the face, ears, or in body folds such as under the arms and behind the knees.
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Ectopic Ureterocele
An ectopic ureterocele is when there is an abnormality in the renal system, usually with an extra tube that drains pee (urine) into the wrong place.
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Thyroglossal Duct Cyst
A thyroglossal duct cyst is typically noticed as an area of fullness or a lump in the midline of the neck, usually just above the voice box.
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Graves' Disease
This Helping Hand™ explains the causes, signs and symptoms, and treatment for Graves' disease.
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Acanthosis Nigricans
This Helping Hand™ discusses acanthosis nigricans (AN), which is a dark patch that appears on a child's neck, armpit, under the breast or a skin crease. It is usually a sign that the body is making extra insulin that it cannot use well.
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Pierre Robin Sequence
Pierre Robin Sequence is a condition that affects a baby’s mouth. It usually involves a cleft palate and a small lower jaw. This can impact breathing and feeding.
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Vaginal Stenosis
Vaginal stenosis is a condition where the vagina becomes narrower and shorter. It can make it hurt to have sex or use tampons.
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Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia refers to enlarged breasts in males. This condition is common in teenagers and often resolves on its own. However, if it persists for longer than 12 months, it may benefit from breast surgery.
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Double Outlet Right Ventricle (DORV)
Double outlet right ventricle (DORV) is a congenital heart defect where the two great arteries are both attached to the right ventricle. In DORV, the normally separated oxygen-rich arterial blood and oxygen-poor venous blood is mixed prior to leaving the heart.
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Aneurysmal Bone Cyst
Aneurysmal bone cysts (ABCs) occur more commonly in teens. The cysts are hollow and filled with blood. The tumors are not cancerous, but they damage bone and can affect surrounding tissue.
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Neuromuscular Disorders
Patients benefit from coordinated care from specialists, all with expertise in pediatric neuromuscular disorders.
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Stress Fracture
A fracture is a broken bone. A stress fracture is a complete or incomplete break in a bone. It is caused by repetitive activity.
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Vertigo
Vertigo is the medical word for the feeling of spinning. Your child may feel like the world is moving, but there is no movement. These feelings come and go.
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Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum
Agenesis of the corpus callosum (ACC) is a rare, congenital brain defect where a structure called the corpus callosum does not develop normally. The corpus callosum is a band of tissue connecting the left and right sides of the brain. The severity of the symptoms due to ACC is highly variable.
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Renal Failure in Children
Renal failure refers to temporary or permanent damage to the kidneys that results in loss of normal kidney function. There are two different types of renal failure—acute and chronic.
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Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE) is defined as the femoral neck and femoral shaft (top portions of the femur) moving either posteriorly (back), anteriorly (forward) or laterally (to the side) away from the femoral epiphysis and acetabulum (the ball portion of the femur). A SCFE can be either unilateral (one side) or bilateral (both sides).
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Ventriculomegaly
Ventriculomegaly is a condition in which the brain ventricles are enlarged due to build-up of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), a fluid that protects the brain and spinal cord. The severity of ventriculomegaly depends on how enlarged the brain is. In some cases, fluid keeps building up, causing hydrocephalus.
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Liver Disease
Liver disease occurs in children for a variety of reasons. Babies may have problems with inherited disease, despite having healthy parents. Congenital problems where the bile ducts don’t develop normally may also cause problems in babies. Infections may also lead to the development of liver disease.
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Tricuspid Atresia
Tricuspid atresia, also sometimes called hypoplastic right heart, is a heart defect where the valve between the heart’s right atrium and right ventricle doesn’t form. Most babies with tricuspid atresia will need many heart surgeries over their lifetime.
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Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD)
A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is a hole in the heart. It changes blood flow, making the heart work harder. It can be treated with surgery or catheterization.
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Encephalocele
Encephalocele is a rare congenital condition where the neural tube does not close and causes a sac-like bulge with brain tissue and spinal fluid that pokes through the skull. Encephalocele is often found during a prenatal ultrasound. Treatment depends on the location of the encephalocele on the skull.
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Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
Eosinophilic esophagitis is a condition in which large numbers of eosinophils, a white blood cell, build up inside the esophagus and cause inflammation.
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Ganglion Cysts
A ganglion cyst is a fluid-filled lump under the skin, often over a joint or in a tendon in the hand or wrist. If the cyst appears on top of the wrist, it is called a dorsal wrist ganglion cyst. A cyst on the palm side of the wrist is a volar wrist ganglion cyst. These cysts are usually harmless.
Molluscum
Molluscum are smooth, pearly, skin-colored, benign bumps on the skin. They begin as small bumps and they may grow as large as a pencil eraser.
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Sports Medicine: Anterior Tibialis Tendonitis
Anterior tibialis tendonitis is an injury of the anterior tibialis tendon in the front of the ankle where it meets the foot. The tendon is important in pulling the foot up (dorsiflexion), lifting the foot off the ground while running, and in turning the foot inward (inversion).
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Neonatal Diabetes
Neonatal diabetes mellitus is a rare form of diabetes that occurs within the first 6 months of life.
Ovarian Cyst
An ovarian cyst s a fluid filled sac in or on the surface of an ovary. It often forms during or after ovulation.
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Sports Medicine: Apophysitis of the 5th Metatarsal Iselin’s Disease
Iselin’s disease is pain and swelling of the growth plate (apophysis) of the 5th metatarsal.
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Adnexal Torsion
Adnexa is a term to describe the fallopian tubes and ovaries. Torsion is when the adnexa twist inside the pelvis. Adnexal torsion requires emergency surgery to untwist the adnexa.
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Polyps in the Digestive Tract
A polyp is an outgrowth of tissue that can extend out into the empty space within the stomach, small intestine, or colon. Colon polyps can be seen in healthy children. But when present in greater numbers, keep recurring or have bothersome features, other medical conditions that can be associated with lifetime risk should be considered. Polyps can generally be divided into two groups based on structure or appearance: hamartomas and adenomas.
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Lymphoma
Lymphoma is cancer which arises in the lymph system, the body’s circulatory network for filtering out impurities. There are two broad varieties, Hodgkin’s disease, and Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
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Avulsion Fracture of the Iliac Crest
Avulsion fractures occur when a small piece of bone is separated from the main bone due to the pull of the muscle and tendon attached to it.
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Tinea Versicolor
Tinea versicolor (TIN ee uh VUHR sih kuhl er) is a common rash caused by the overgrowth of microscopic yeast on the skin's surface. The rash looks like small, scaly spots.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
This Helping Hand™ about polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) explains how cysts on the ovaries can affect hormone balance, periods, and more.
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Vulvovaginitis
Vulvovaginitis is inflammation and irritation of the genital area. This may occur in females of any age, but it most often occurs in girls who have not started puberty.
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Pyelectasis and Pelviectasis
Pyelectasis, or pelviectasis, is when urine gathers in the center of the kidney, called the pelvis. This makes the kidney larger than normal. This condition can affect one or both kidneys.
Shprintzen Sydrome
Shprintzen Sydrome is also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
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Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA)
Transposition of the Great Arteries is a heart condition where arteries switch places and oxygenated blood goes back to lungs, not body. It can be treated with surgery and catheterization.
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Omphalocele
An omphalocele is an abdominal wall defect that allows the intestine to remain outside the abdomen. An omphalocele can contain parts of the intestine, liver and other organs. The goal of surgery is to place the abdominal organs back into the baby’s body and repair the defect in the wall of the belly.
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Sacrococcygeal Teratoma (SCT)
Sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT) is a tumor that forms on a fetus’ tailbone, also called the coccyx. The tumors are usually not cancerous (benign) but can be life-threatening if not treated. SCT is rare, occurring in about 1 in 35,000-40,000 births. They are more common in males than females.
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Bilateral Renal Agenesis
Bilateral renal agenesis (BRA) is a rare and life-limiting condition in which the baby’s kidneys never develop. BRA is usually diagnosed during pregnancy. Unfortunately, there currently is not a cure for bilateral renal agenesis. These babies usually only live for a few hours after birth.
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Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
This Helping Hand™ explains the causes, signs and symptoms, and treatment for Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.
Sickle Cell Disease and Spleen Crisis
Sickle cells can block the blood vessels leading out of the spleen. When this happens, blood stays in the spleen instead of flowing through it. This causes the spleen to get bigger, and the blood counts to fall.
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Tracheomalacia (Primary and Secondary)
Tracheomalacia is characterized by collapse of the walls of the windpipe (trachea). If the collapse is due to weakness of the cartilage in the tracheal wall, it is called primary tracheomalacia. If it's due to compression by a structure outside of the windpipe, it is called secondary tracheomalacia.
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Fifth Disease (Erythema Infectiosum)
Fifth disease is a mild illness caused by a virus. Symptoms include a blotchy rash that begins on the cheeks and spreads to the arms, legs and torso.
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Growth Plate Injuries
The physis, or growth plate, is an area of growing bone near the ends of long bones. Bones grow longer from the tissue produced by the physis and then harden.
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Hereditary Multiple Osteochondromas
Hereditary multiple osteochondromas (HMO) is a rare genetic disorder. Children develop non-cancerous (benign) bone tumors called osteochondromas. Knees, shoulders, ankles and wrists are the most common sites for osteochondromas.
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Micrognathia
Micrognathia is when the lower jaw is smaller than normal. In some cases, this can cause problems with feeding, breathing and sleeping.
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Short Bowel Syndrome
Short bowel syndrome is exactly what the name sounds like - a condition in which the bowel is too short generally due to surgical resection.
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Straddle Injury/Genital Trauma
A straddle injury (genital trauma) occurs when a female hits the vulva or perineum (external female genitalia) on an object and the force generated by the weight of her body causes an injury. This can occur during a fall or accident.
Lynch Syndrome / HNPCC
Lynch syndrome, also known as hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), is an inherited cancer syndrome that affects the digestive tract, reproductive tract and other major organs. It is the most common of the digestive cancer risk syndromes.
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Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy
Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, also known as Landouzy-Dejerine, causes severe weakness in muscles of the face, shoulders and back.
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Menkes Disease
Menkes disease, also known as Menkes syndrome, is a disorder caused by a mutation of the ATP7A gene. This gene affects how the body transports copper and maintains copper levels. Menkes disease usually causes low copper levels in blood plasma, the liver and the brain. It occurs mostly in male infants.
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Diabetes Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Diabetic ketoacidosis, also known as DKA, is a serious complication of diabetes. When cells do not have glucose to use for energy, the body starts to use fat for energy. Acids called ketones are made when fat is used for energy. If untreated, this leads to DKA and life-threatening problems.
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Extreme Prematurity
A birth that occurs any time prior to 37 weeks of pregnancy is considered premature. Sometimes that baby is referred to as preterm, near-term or a preemie. The most extreme issues occur in babies born at less than 28 weeks.
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Biceps Tendonitis and Tenosynovitis (Distal)
Distal biceps tendonitis is pain at the front of the elbow and upper arm caused by inflammation (swelling) of the biceps tendon. Tenosynovitis is inflammation of the tendon sheath that surrounds the biceps tendon.
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Vulva Abnormalities
To diagnose vulvar disorders and diseases, a doctor will take a complete medical history to find out about symptoms and how long they have been happening.
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Lichen Striatus
Lichen striatus is a rash that appears as pink or lightly-colored, scaly, flat bumps. Over time, these bumps come together to form a line or band on the skin.
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Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy
Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy is a rare form of MD that affects only males. Symptoms may begin in childhood or adolescence. The condition causes slowly progressive weakness in the muscles of the shoulders, upper arms, and lower legs and joint stiffness.
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Anencephaly
Anencephaly is a condition present at birth that affects the formation of the brain and the skull bones that surround the head. Anencephaly results in minimal development of the brain. Often, the brain lacks part or all of the cerebrum. There is no cure or standard medical treatment for anencephaly.
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Varicoceles
A varicocele is a mass of swollen blood vessels in the spermatic cord – the structure in the scrotum that connects the testicles to the body. Varicoceles are generally harmless and painless and do not require treatment. Physicians will recommend surgery if it appears the varicocele will impact testicle growth and future fertility.
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Newborn Clavicle Fractures
Clavicle (collar bone) fractures are the most common injury sustained by newborns during birth. Factors that may increase the risk for a clavicle fracture include the newborn being large in size, the newborn’s shoulder getting stuck during delivery, or the use of tools to assist with the delivery.
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Becker Muscular Dystrophy
Becker muscular dystrophy is the same basic disease as Duchenne muscular dystrophy, except it is less common and the symptoms are milder and slower to progress. It only affects males. Once symptoms begin, they follow a slower, but similar, course to that of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
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Twin Reversed Arterial Perfusion (TRAP) Sequence
Twin reversed arterial perfusion (TRAP) sequence is a rare condition that affects pregnancies with identical twins who share a placenta. TRAP occurs when one of the twins, called the acardiac twin, lacks a functioning heart and gets blood from the other twin, called the pump twin.
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Jeune's Syndrome
Jeune's Syndrome is a form of congenital dwarfism causing children to have a deformity of their chest wall. Learn more about signs, symptoms, and treatment.
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Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
Bacterial vaginosis or BV is an infection of the vagina. BV is not a sexually transmitted disease. It is an overgrowth of specific anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that do not need oxygen to grow) in the vagina. Women with BV report a fishy-smelling discharge (fluid) that is white to gray in color.
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Vaginal Discharge
It is normal for women to have some vaginal discharge. The presence of vaginal discharge alone does not mean there is an infection. Signs of an infection include vaginal itching, burning or irritation, and unpleasant odor.
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Cystic Fibrosis - Related Diabetes
Cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) is a type of diabetes that affects children and adults with cystic fibrosis (CF). Diabetes is a common complication for patients with cystic fibrosis.
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Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis refers to inflammation or infection of the tonsils. Treatment of tonsillitis typically requires a course of antibiotics.
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Scaphoid Fracture
The scaphoid is one of 8 carpal bones located in the wrist. A scaphoid fracture is a break of the scaphoid bone.
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Nosebleeds
In this Helping Hand™, we discuss nosebleeds. Also known as epistaxis, nosebleeds occur when small and delicate blood vessels (capillaries) in the lining of the nose break and bleed. There are many things you can do to stop a nosebleed. If your child’s nosebleed does not stop, call your doctor.
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Hydrocele
Hydrocele is a collection of clear or yellow fluid around the testicle within the scrotum. Many male newborns have small hydroceles present at birth, most of which will go away on their own within the first year and do not require surgery.
Autosomal Dominant Opitz G/BBB Syndrome
22q.11.2 deletion syndrome includes the autosomal dominant form of Opitz G/BBB Syndrome.
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Hives
In this Helping Hand™ we will discuss the causes and treatment of hives, as well as how to prevent them and when to seek help from a doctor.
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Sports Medicine: Kyphosis and Lordosis
Kyphosis and lordosis refer to the natural curves of the spine in the mid-back and low back. Sometimes these curves can be larger than normal which can lead to pain.
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Pinworms: Treatment and Prevention
Pinworms are small white worms that live in the large intestine. They are about 1/2 inch long and as thin as a thread. They can sometimes be seen in and around the child's bowel movements. The adult female pinworm lays her eggs on the skin around the anus. This causes itching and scratching.
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Anxiety and Worry
Anxiety is a normal emotion. It can cause feelings of fear, tension and worry. It can also cause physical changes in the body.
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Voiding Dysfunction
If a child over the age of 4 has difficulties holding their urine (urinary incontinence) and physicians are unable to identify an anatomical or neurological cause, they may diagnose the child with voiding dysfunction.
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Psychosis
Psychosis in children is rare but severe. Psychosis is a collection of significant symptoms that can impact thoughts, behaviors and emotions.
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Gynecomastia
This Helping Hand™ is about gynecomastia and explains what it is, how it is treated and what the symptoms are.
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Vaginal Yeast Infection
A vaginal yeast infection occurs when you have an overgrowth of candida or yeast in the vagina. The fungus candida albicans is the most common organism that causes vaginal yeast infections.
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Tennis Elbow
Lateral epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow) is a painful inflammation of the bony bump on the outside of your elbow.
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) in Infants
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, also known as GERD, in infants. This document provides tips on feeding your child, medications, positioning and safe sleep to help you manage your infant's reflux. Call your child's doctor if they fail to gain weight.
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Sports Medicine: Anterior Ankle Impingement
Anterior ankle impingement is pain and pinching of bone, soft tissue or scar tissue at the front of the ankle. This can happen after a new or old injury.
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Femoral Anteversion
Femoral anteversion is an inward turn of the thigh bone, which can cause the knees and toes to point in.
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Protein Losing Enteropathy (PLE)
Protein losing enteropathy (PLE) explains the condition when the body loses important proteins because they are leaking into the intestines.
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Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction (UPJ Obstruction)
Ureteropelvic junction obstruction is a blockage between the ureter and an area in the kidneys called the pelvis.
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Alveolar Cleft
An alveolar cleft is a cleft of the upper gum line. It most often accompanies and cleft lip and/or cleft palate. Bone graft repair allows permanent teeth to descent into the cleft while providing stability to the upper jaw and support to the nose.
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Upper GI Bleeding
Upper GI bleeding occurs when irritation and ulcers of the lining of the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum result in bleeding. When this occurs, the child will vomit bright red blood, or dark looking flecks or clots that look like “coffee grounds”.
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Velopharyngeal Dysfunction (VPD)
Velopharyngeal dysfunction (VPD) is the inadequate separation of the oral and nasal cavities during speech and/or swallowing. At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, our experts in the Velopharyngeal Dysfunction Program provide specialized treatment for patients with speech disorders resulting from VPD.
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Phimosis
Phimosis is a condition of the male foreskin where the skin is tight and unable to retract back behind the head of the penis. This condition is completely normal and physiologic in most baby boys whose penis is otherwise without abnormalities.
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Clubfoot
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss clubfoot, a foot disorder in which the foot turns inward and downward at birth and remains in this position. In some cases, clubfoot can be corrected without surgery.
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Laryngomalacia
Laryngomalacia literally means “Soft Larynx”. It is caused by floppiness of the laryngeal tissues above the vocal cords (the supraglottic larynx).
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Dysmenorrhea (Painful Menstruation)
A common reason patients experience painful menstruation, also known as dysmenorrhea, is because of inflammatory agents, called prostaglandins, which are released from the lining of the uterus during menstruation.
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Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF)
Tetralogy of Fallot is a congenital heart defect that is made up of 4 problems and results in not enough blood flow to the lungs.
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Pulmonary Atresia
Pulmonary atresia is a heart defect in children that affects blood flow to the lungs. It can be treated with surgery or catheterization
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Pulmonary Stenosis
Pulmonary stenosis is a heart defect in children that makes it harder for blood to flow. It can be treated with surgery or catheterization.
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Strep Throat (Bacterial)
Most sore throats are caused by viruses. Strep throat is a contagious sore throat that comes on suddenly and is caused by bacteria (germs) called streptococci, or strep for short. Antibiotic medicine must be given as soon as possible to prevent the strep germs from spreading in the body.
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Elevated Liver Enzymes
Elevated (too high) levels of liver enzymes are a warning sign that something might be harming the liver. Two of these enzymes are alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and aspartate aminotransferase (AST). Symptoms of elevated liver enzymes may include jaundice and swelling of the abdomen, arms or legs.
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Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss pertussis, also known as whooping cough. Pertussis is an infection of the respiratory tract caused by bacteria. The bacteria are easily spread by breathing in droplets from an infected person who coughs or sneezes. Call 911 if your child stops breathing.
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Polycystic Kidney Disease
Learn about the two different types of Polycystic Kidney Disease.
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Cleft Lip and Palate
Cleft lip and/or cleft palate is the most common birth defect in the United States. A cleft lip is a separation of the upper lip, often involving the upper gum line. A cleft palate is an opening or split in the roof of the mouth and may involve the soft palate alone or both the soft and hard palate.
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Adnexal Cysts
Adnexal cysts are fluid-filled structures that can develop in the fallopian tubes and ovaries. They are usually caused by hormonal stimulation or bleeding at the time of ovulation.
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Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes (ETMR)
If you are worried about your child’s symptoms or development, reach out to a physician. The sooner your child is diagnosed, the better the chances are of survival.
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Lymphatic Disorders
Lymphatic disorders arise when the lymphatic system is disrupted either through congenital malformation, traumatic injury from a medical procedure, or a change in the lymphatic-circulatory balance. Lymphatic disorders may result in losses in nutritional, immune, electrolyte and clotting factors.
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Rett Syndrome
Rett syndrome affects the way the brain develops. This rare condition causes children to lose language and motor skills starting around age 6 to 18 months.
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Bifid Uvula
A bifid uvula, also known as a cleft uvula, is a uvula that is split in two. A bifid uvula may be an isolated finding or it may be related to submucous cleft palate. In cases of isolated bifid uvula, and in cases of submucous cleft palate without hypernasality, no surgical intervention is needed.
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Pediatric Ptosis
Ptosis is an eye condition that involves drooping of the upper eyelid(s). The eyelid may droop just a little, or enough to cover the pupil. Ptosis can prevent normal visual development and cause amblyopia (lazy eye). It can also block part of the visual field.
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Craniopharyngioma
Craniopharyngioma is a rare tumor that develops at the central, bottom portion of the brain. It can affect the pituitary gland, optic pathway, and hypothalamus.
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Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, often called Perthes disease, is an uncommon condition in children affecting the hip. Perthes disease occurs when blood flow to the ball at the top of the thigh bone (femur) temporarily stops. If the growing bone does not get enough blood, it dies and collapses.
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Lichen Sclerosus (LS)
Lichen sclerosus (LS) usually affects the area outside the vagina (vulva). The most common symptoms of LS are vulvar itching, irritation, pain and bleeding.
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Perioral Dermatitis
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss perioral dermatitis, which is a common dry or bumpy rash that can occur around the mouth, the nose and the eyes. To treat the rash, it is important to stop using any topical steroids. Instead, your child’s doctor may prescribe topical or oral antibiotics.
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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome (PJS)
Peutz-Jeghers syndrome is an inherited syndrome which typically results in hamartomatous polyps throughout the digestive tract, lifetime cancer risk and blue/black freckling or macules that can be seen on the lips, mouth, nostrils, hands, feet and genitalia.
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Labial Adhesions
Labial adhesions, or labial agglutination, occur when the labia minor (inner lips of the vulva) are stuck together, covering the vaginal opening. The vast majority of girls with labial adhesions have no symptoms and do not require treatment as the adhesions will resolve on their own.
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Atypical Teratoid/Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
An atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumor (ATRT) is a fast-growing tumor that grows in the brain or spinal cord. ATRTs usually occur in isolation, meaning the tumor does not spread to other parts of the body.
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the most common chronic liver disease in American children. NAFLD occurs when too much fat builds up in the liver. Excess fat in the liver and elsewhere in the body makes it harder for the liver to work well. Over time, NAFLD can cause other health issues.
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Zika Virus
This Helping Hand™ covers Zika, a disease caused by the Zika Virus. A person becomes infected by the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito or by having unprotected sex with an infected person. Symptoms can include fever, rash and joint pain.
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Sports Medicine: Low Back Strain/Sprain
The low back is a complex structure of bone and muscle that is supported by cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and fed by a network of blood vessels and nerves. Certain motions, such as bending, twisting or lifting, can sometimes lead to a low back strain or sprain.
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Substance Use Disorders
When a person loses control and misuses a substance like alcohol or drugs, it can become a harmful habit. This is called substance use disorder.
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Lateral Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow)
Lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, is an injury to the outer side of the elbow where the muscles and tendons attach to the bone. The muscles or tendons of the forearm that pull your wrist back (extend the wrist) get damaged.
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Pediatric Obesity
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends using body mass index (BMI) to screen for overweight children beginning at age 2 and through age 19.
DiGeorge Syndrome
DiGeorge Syndrome is also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
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Sports Medicine: Cervical Strain and Sprain
A cervical strain or sprain is an injury to the muscles or ligaments in the back of the neck.
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GI Bleeding (Upper and Lower)
Pediatricians and pediatric gastroenterologists see this quite regularly. It is estimated that GI bleeding accounts for 1% of all pediatric hospitalizations.
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Undescended Testicle
Testicles are formed prior to birth in the abdomen below the kidneys, and progressively descend during pregnancy from the abdomen through the groin into the scrotum. An undescended testicle is a testis that fails to descend into the scrotum.
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Enlarged Lymph Nodes
Hundreds of these lymph nodes are present in your child’s neck and face. When an infection is present, lymph nodes can become enlarged as an immune response is mounted.
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Pulmonary Hypertension
Pediatric pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a disease that affects the blood vessels in the lungs. These vessels, called the pulmonary arteries, carry blood to the lungs from the right side of the heart. The high blood pressure causes the pulmonary arteries to narrow.
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Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Vessels
Congenitally corrected transposition of the great vessels (CCTGA; l-TGA) is an uncommon congenital heart abnormality, where the receiving chambers (atria) are connected to their opposite pumping chambers (ventricles) because the ventricles are switched from their normal anatomic positions.
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Heterotaxy Syndrome
Heterotaxy syndrome, also called isomerism, occurs when the heart and other organs are in the wrong place in the chest and abdomen. This complex heart condition commonly affects the lungs, liver, spleen, stomach and intestines. There are two types: right atrial isomerism and left atrial isomerism
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Sports Medicine: Deltoid Ligament Sprain
The deltoid ligament is a triangle-shaped ligament on the inner ankle which is stronger and more compact than the outer ligaments. Deltoid injuries are very rare and most happen with eversion or along with a high ankle sprain.
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Delirium
Delirium is a serious disturbance in mental abilities. It involves changes in behavior, confused thinking, and reduced awareness of a person's surroundings. Delirium is a serious complication of medical illness.
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Clinical Outcomes
Clinical outcomes are changes in health that can be both measured and followed. They go beyond simply providing safe care. They can take the form of many different aspects of health care. Clinical outcomes, however, should focus on what is important to the patient and their caregivers.
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Rett Syndrome Clinic
Children with Rett syndrome often need to see many specialists. Some families must travel for an entire day to visit a physician or team who understands and treats the condition. That’s why Nationwide Children’s offers a Rett syndrome clinic so patients and families can see multiple specialists during one visit.
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Nondiscrimination Notice
Nationwide Children’s Hospital complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
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Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn (HDFN)
Hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN) is a blood disorder that causes a baby’s red blood cells to break down quickly (hemolysis). HDFN occurs when there is a mismatch between the mother’s and baby’s blood type and/or Rh factor during pregnancy. Hemolysis causes anemia and jaundice.
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Turf Toe
Turf toe is an injury to the capsule and ligaments of the joint at the base of the big (first) toe. Pain is usually worst on the bottom of the foot.
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H. Pylori
H. pylori, also known as Helicobacter pylori, is a bacteria that infects the stomach. Although common, this infection rarely shows any signs or symptoms.
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Sleep Apnea
A sprain is an injury to a ligament, or band of tough, elastic-like tissue that connects bone to bone and holds a joint in place.
Conotruncal Anomaly Face Syndrome
Conotruncal Anomaly Face Syndrome is also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
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Muscular Dystrophy Clinic
The Muscular Dystrophy Clinic is nationally recognized for leading research and clinical care for patients with muscular dystrophy. Supported in part by the Muscular Dystrophy Association, we provide the highest level of comprehensive care to patients from across the country.
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Accessibility
Nationwide Children’s is committed to accessibility and strives to ensure its services are accessible to the broadest circle of people, including those with disabilities.
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Adolescent Breast Program
The Adolescent Breast Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary treatment for breast conditions in teenagers and young adults, including macromastia (large breasts), breast asymmetry and gynecomastia.
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Voice and Swallowing Disorder Clinic
Our clinic provides evaluation for children with voice and swallowing difficulties. We also address concerns of paradoxical vocal cord dysfunction. The collaborative team - including specialists in ENT and speech-language pathologists - works together to diagnose and treat patients.
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Aortic Stenosis
Aortic stenosis is a heart condition where the valve that controls blood flow from the heart to the body is too narrow. It can be treated with surgery or catheterization.
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Equity
Nationwide Children’s continuously works to identify potential gaps in the care we provide and the research we do to improve the care we provide to the diverse patient populations we serve, and goes on to examine if our interventions to address them are successful.
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Developmental Disabilities Clinic
We are dedicated to evaluating children with developmental concerns. Our team provides diagnostic evaluation and ongoing follow-up care for children with known or suspected physical and/or cognitive impairments.
Radiology Locations
Radiology services are offered at 10 convenient locations around central Ohio.
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Neuroimmunology Clinic
The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Neuroimmunology Clinic provides evidence-based, family-centered clinical care for infants, children and teens with autoimmune disorders that affect the central nervous system, known as neuroimmune disorders.
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Neurovascular Services
Neurovascular Services at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provides comprehensive treatment for conditions that affect blood vessels in and around the brain and spine in patients of all ages, from infancy through adulthood.
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Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Center
The Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is nationally recognized for leading research and clinical care for patients with any of the hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy types.
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Photopheresis Clinic
Photopheresis treatment can improve symptoms by treating white blood cells with ultraviolet-A (UVA) light.
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Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program
Our program is a medically supervised, individually tailored program consisting of exercise and education to help patients feel better, increase endurance and improve their overall quality of life.
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Anticoagulation Management Clinic
Located on our hospital's main campus, the anticoagulation clinic is designed specifically for quick, one-stop treatment and management of anticoagulation including blood tests, medication adjustments, prescriptions and consultations.
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Tissue Engineering
Tissue engineering holds incredible potential for repairing birth defects, allowing a child’s own cells to be used to “grow” new tissue or organs for repair.
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Apheresis
We offer therapeutic apheresis for children and adults with a variety of conditions, including sickle cell disease, kidney disorders, neurologic conditions, cancer and graft-versus-host disease. Apheresis treatments offered include red cell exchange, therapeutic plasma exchange, leukopheresis and extra corporeal photopheresis.
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Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Clinic
The physician specialists in the Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Clinic are committed to the diagnosis and management of children with PCD.
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Lymphatic Disorders Program
The experts from Interventional Radiology, Interventional Cardiology and Hematology/Oncology divisions at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have partnered together to form the Lymphatic Disorders Program.
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Kawasaki Disease Program
Our world-class, comprehensive care program for Kawasaki disease combines teams from Infectious Diseases and The Heart Center.
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Salivary Gland Disorders Clinic
Excessive drooling can be a problem both medically and socially for children with complex medical issues. The Salivary Gland Disorders Clinic provides a comprehensive approach to evaluation and surgical management for these disorders when the drooling has not responded to treatment.
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Hemato-Immuno-Lymphoproliferative (HILP) Clinic
The Hemato-Immuno-Lymphoproliferative (HILP) Clinic provides consultative services for patients with actual or concerning features for Hematologic and Immunologic dysfunction.
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Thrombosis Clinic
The Thrombosis Clinic focuses on the needs of children, adolescents and young adults who are being treated for blood clots, in addition to the long-term follow up of children with a history of blood clots.
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Fetal Cardiac Program
When you learn your unborn child has a heart defect, the fetal cardiac team is here to help. From education to building comprehensive treatment plans, monitoring and fetal interventions, we work together to ensure the best possible outcome for your baby.
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Batten Disease Clinic
Designated a Center of Excellence by the Batten Disease Support and Research Association, our program is one of the few in the country with the abilities and expertise to provide comprehensive care for these unique children.
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MIBG Program
The MIBG Program at Nationwide Children’s offers an innovative treatment option for oncology patients, specifically with high risk neuroblastoma.
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Brain Tumor Program
The Cancer Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary diagnosis, treatment and long-term management for pediatric and adolescent patients with brain tumors.
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Center for Hip Preservation
The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Center for Hip Preservation focuses on the latest science in hip care. We aim to preserve the native hip by offering comprehensive care plans, both surgical and nonsurgical, to maximize mobility and provide the best future for hip function.
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Neonatal Neurology Clinic
The Neonatal Neurology Clinic is a joint effort between the Divisions of Neurology and Neonatology. The clinic's goal is to address the needs of NICU graduates who might have experienced a neurological illness and to ensure appropriate developmental follow-up.
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Tuberous Sclerosis Clinic
The Tuberous Sclerosis Clinic combines the expertise of pediatric neurologists, geneticists and nephrologists for initial diagnosis and therapy.
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Psychosocial Services
As an integral part of the care team, the Psychosocial Services Program is one of the most comprehensive in the country. We ensure patients and their families have every resource needed socially, emotionally and psychologically.
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Pulmonary Hypertension Program
Pulmonary hypertension makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the lungs. The Pulmonary Hypertension Program offers comprehensive treatment and services for children and teens with pulmonary hypertension.
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Movement Disorders Clinic
Pediatric movement disorders are complex. They require specialized care as children's bodies and brains develop. Nationwide Children's has one of the few pediatric movement disorders clinics in the U.S. and is staffed with a specially trained pediatric movement disorders neurologist.
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Music Therapy
At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Music Therapists work with patients on therapeutic goals.
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Butterfly Paws
Learn how your pet can become a therapy dog and help children with the Butterfly Paws program.
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Intestinal Rehabilitation Center
We offer expertise in parenteral and enteral support assessment, management and follow-up as well as management of complications associated with intestinal failure and short bowel syndrome. Care is provided in both the outpatient clinic and when patients need to be admitted.
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Turner Syndrome Clinic
The Turner Syndrome Clinic provides complete, personalized care for children with Turner syndrome.
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Pediatric Microsurgery and Facial Reanimation Program
The Pediatric Microsurgery and Facial Reanimation Program is a partnership between Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. It is one of the few programs in the country offering a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to pediatric microsurgery.
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Neurodiagnostics
Neurodiagnostics provides testing of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system. Testing may include routine and long-term EEG testing, evoked potentials and ambulatory EEG. We work closely with multiple departments to help patients with problems of the nervous system.
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Early Childhood Development Program
Our program supports your family by assessing your child's developmental needs, playing with your child and helping your child learn.
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Rhinology Clinic
Our Rhinology Clinic brings together specialists in ENT and Allergy and Immunology to treat specific nasal conditions in children of all ages.
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Blood Conservation Program
The Blood Conservation Program provides the best pediatric care for patients interested in alternatives to blood therapies.
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Bone Marrow Failure and Cytopenia Clinic
The Bone Marrow Failure and Cytopenia Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital focuses on the needs of infants, children, adolescents and young adults who have inherited and/or acquired disorders of bone marrow production or heightened cellular destruction resulting in neutropenia, anemia,
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Thank You
Thank you for your request. If you requested to speak with a member of our team, an expert from the Cleft Lip and Palate team will be in contact with you within two business days.
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Big Lots
Through national in-store fundraising campaigns and live events, Big Lots, their associates and their customers are bringing vital funds and awareness to Nationwide Children's.
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Poison Prevention Tips
Keep your family safe from accidental poisonings. Check out our general safety tips, as well as medication and household tips.
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EMSC
The Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) State Partnership Programs support all 57 states, territories, and jurisdictions in meeting the needs of children within their unique emergency care systems.
FAQs
We answer your most frequently asked questions including why Nationwide Children's Hospital acquired Mercy Health Children's Hospital, and how this will benefit patients.
About Us
While things may look a little different when you step into Nationwide Children's Hospital, we still provide the same high-quality, compassionate care you expect and trust.
Schedule an Appointment
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Your Visit
While things may look a little different when you step into Nationwide Children's Hospital, we still provide the same high-quality, compassionate care you expect and trust.
Primary Care
Every detail. Every decision. Every aspect of the care we provide for every child. From the child who comes to us needing a vision exam to the child who has a concerning cough. Everything matters to us. Because when it’s your child, everything matters to you.
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Education and Training
Learn more about the unique education and training opportunities available to members of the Emergency Medicine team.
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What to Expect
The road to pediatric heart transplantation can be a long journey for some families, while for others the need may arise quickly and unexpectedly. Learn what to expect.
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After a Transplant
Post transplant success depends largely on cooperation. It is important to follow the doctor’s orders and always take medications as instructed.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about Surgical Director Patrick McConnell, MD, and the team of experts in the Heart Transplant Program.
Resources for Families
Check out some useful resources for families in the Heart Transplant Program.
Resources for Professionals
Check out some useful resources for professionals in the Heart Transplant Program.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Pediatric Thyroid Program team at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Central Ohio Poison Center leadership.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Leukodystrophy Clinic team.
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Locations
Our Urology department maintains locations on the main campus, as well as at other areas in Central Ohio.
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Perfusion
Use of the heart-lung machine in cardiac surgery is called cardiopulmonary bypass. Cardiopulmonary bypass provides patients with cardiac and pulmonary support, while bypassing the heart and lungs.
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Services We Offer
With extensive clinical, diagnostic and surgical capabilities, our program is equipped and staffed to address all aspects of heart failure and transplant care, including heart, heart-lung and lung transplant services.
Heart Surgery Guide: What To Expect
Now that you or your child has been scheduled for heart surgery, here's what to expect before, during and after the procedure.
Dentistry Blog Library
The 700 Children’s blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. This collection of blogs includes information to help you navigate oral care and related treatments for your child.
Meet Our Team
Combining the knowledge and expertise of cardiologists, surgeons, anesthesiologists, researchers, intensivists, advanced practice nurses, technologists and clinical staff we are able to provide quality care and optimal outcomes.
Meet Our Team
Our comprehensive approach to care is provided by a multidisciplinary team – which may include a psychiatrist, developmental-behavioral pediatrician, nurse practitioner, psychologist, clinical social worker, and clinical counselor – to determine the best treatment options for each child and adolescent.
Meet Our Team
Our hematology experts have a responsibility and mission to support the hematologic needs of patients in the Nationwide Children’s health system.
Meet Our Team
Our pediatric dentists and specialists provide comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children, including those with special health care needs. Meet our team.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about the Family Practice physician team at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The heart transplant process may seem confusing or sometimes overwhelming. We understand, and our team is here to answer your questions.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Clinical Informatics team.
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Hemangioma Resection
A hemangioma is the most common benign tumor in children. Most hemangiomas do not need to be resected. Some are treated with medications in order to slow down their growth in the first year of life. The technique for resection depends on the location, size and stage of life of the hemangioma.
Meet Our Team
Our care team includes the child's primary care provider and often an extensive network of specialists. Our program helps patients and their families stay informed of medical services, avoid duplication and make care choices in keeping with the child’s and family’s goals.
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Featured Genetic Tests
The Steve and Cindy Rasmussen Institute for Genomic Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers a wide variety of genetic testing options. Learn more about the tests offered, sample(s) required, and how to order testing.
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Kloczkowski Lab
Andrzej Kloczkowski, PhD's research lab interests focus on various aspects of computational molecular biology and structural bioinformatics.
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Bartlett Lab
Christopher Bartlett, PhD's lab seeks to identify genetic factors for language impairments.
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Das Lab
Jayajit Das, PhD's lab uses theoretical and computational approaches based on statistical physics to uncover basic mechanistic principles underlying our innate and adaptive immune response.
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Pediatric Cell Browser
The Pediatric Cell Browser, launched by the Steve and Cindy Rasmussen Institute for Genomic Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, marks the first public repository dedicated to pediatric single-cell gene expression data.
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BPD Collaborative
The BPD Collaborative was formed to fill knowledge gaps around the care of infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) improving care and outcomes of patients with established severe BPD.
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Visual Electrophysiology
The Ophthalmology Department at Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers visual electrophysiology testing, on referral, for children and adults with visual impairments.
Meet Our Team
Meet our International Adoption Clinic team.
Occupational Therapy Blog Library
The 700 Children’s blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. This collection of blogs includes information to help you navigate occupational therapy and related treatments for your child.
Eye Care Blog Library
The 700 Children's blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. Our team covers the latest from what to expect from the first visit to diagnosis and treatment.
Meet Our Team
Our staff includes pediatric ophthalmologists, a pediatric ophthalmology fellow, optometrists and ophthalmology residents from The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
Meet Our Team
Our occupational therapists help children gain independence in all areas of their lives. Meet our team of occupational therapists.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about directors Melissa Chung, MD, Warren Lo, MD, and their team of experts at the Stroke Clinic.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Tissue Engineering team.
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Meet Our Rehab Team
Members of the Rehabilitation team work closely to manage each aspect of patient care. Our goal is to enhance the patient’s functional abilities as well as provide support and education to the family.
Locations
At The Heart Center, we offer a variety of outpatient clinics and heart specialty programs all staffed with the most experienced heart physicians and nurses.
Meet Our Team
Our interdisciplinary team includes physicians, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, child life specialists, dietitians and consumer advocates that maximize results for our patients and within the community.
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Why Choose Our Rehabilitation Program
We are a leading pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation Program. Learn why families choose us.
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Rehab Outcomes
Our approach to inpatient rehabilitation focuses on the path ahead. Read about our demonstrated differences and outcomes.
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Inpatient Rehab Referrals
Our inpatient program requires physician referral. Review our admission criteria.
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Your Rehab Stay
We want our patients to be as comfortable as possible during their Rehab stay. If you're preparing to stay with us, please review this checklist.
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Pain Management
Pancreatitis can be a very painful condition, making effective pain management a critical part of your child’s overall care plan. Repeated episodes of inflammation may cause irreversible damage, causing pain relief options to be less effective over time.
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School Reintegration Program
Our Rehab school teacher plays a vital role in patients' rehabilitation.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Pancreas Care team.
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Surgery
At Nationwide Children’s, your child’s operation will be performed by an experienced surgical team with expertise in TPIAT. Learn more about the surgery and what to expect after the procedure is complete.
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TPIAT Evaluation
Before undergoing TPIAT at Nationwide Children’s, your child will receive a full medical and surgical evaluation. Learn more about the process of determining whether TPIAT is right for your child.
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Comfort Ability Program
The Comfort Ability Program is a one-day, in-person workshop for youth with chronic or recurring discomfort, such as pain, nausea, fatigue, weakness or dizziness.
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Aphakic Intraocular Lens for Children
Richard P. Golden, MD, ophthalmologist and principal investigator at Nationwide Children’s, is surgically implanting the Artisan Aphakia Intraocular Lens into the eyes of children with dislocated lenses.
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Research & Innovation
Learn how faculty members in Tissue Engineering are involved in research.
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Meet Our BPD Team
Our BPD team is comprised of many dedicated, focused medical professionals who have a passion for providing excellent care to this special infant population.
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Ohio Amblyope Registry
Amblyopia sometimes referred to as "lazy eye" is the loss of one eye's ability to see details. It is one of the most common causes of vision problems in children. The Ohio Amblyope Registry (OAR) is the first and only statewide registry for children and families with amblyopia. We've partnered with OAR to provide free treatment supplies (eye patches), educational information and support to any child (under the age of 18) and their family in the state of Ohio diagnosed with amblyopia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Read frequently asked questions from our occupational and physical therapy patients and their families.
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Research
We are motivated to improve the outcomes of children requiring rehabilitation services through research and innovation.
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Neurosciences Patients
Meet some of our patients, who, like you, are dealing with the daily challenges of a neurological condition.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about co-directors Antonio Cabrera, MD, FAAP, FAHA, FACC, FHFSA, Mark Galantowicz, MD, FACS, and Vidu Garg, MD, and their team of experts at The Heart Center.
Resources for Professionals
The Heart Center provides access to resources for cardiologists and referring physicians.
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Cleft Lip and Palate Evaluation
Cleft lip and palate may occur as part of an underlying syndrome or be an isolated birth defect.
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Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment
The treatment of a child born with cleft lip and/or cleft palate begins at birth and continues into young adulthood.
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Understanding Pain
Pain is an alarm signal that occurs when the body is in danger. Think of it as protection from harm.
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Hematology Oncology Outpatient Clinic Mansfield
Find out more about the Hematology and Oncology Outpatient Clinic located in Mansfield, Ohio.
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Clinic Survey
Take a moment to participate in our Hematology and Oncology Outpatient Clinic customer satisfaction survey.
Meet Our Team
Meet the Sacral Nerve Stimulation Clinic team.
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Sacral Nerve Stimulation Case Study
A pediatric urologist at Nationwide Children's writes about a patient who underwent sacral nerve stimulation.
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Know More Do More
The Dublin ACT Coalition and Nationwide Children's Hospital partnered to develop a series of guides schools, parents and communities can use to prevent and reduce alcohol and other drug misuse among children.
Meet Our Team
The Host Defense Team works together with multiple subspecialties to provide individualized clinical care and improve best outcomes for our patients, including: hematology, oncology, bone marrow transplant, solid organ transplant, gastroenterology, rheumatology, and immunology.
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Compounding Formulas
Compounding formulas are provided for information purposes only and may not be routinely used at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Neuropsychology Team
Meet our pediatric neuropsychology team.
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Interdisciplinary Medical Clinics
Our pediatric psychologists and neuropsychologists act as integral team members with many medical teams at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Psychology Team
Meet our pediatric psychology team.
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Speak With Our Team
To speak with a member of our team about Neurovascular Services and patient referrals, please call (614) 722-2010. You may also complete the following form and someone will respond to you as soon as possible.
Meet Our Team
Our clinicians provide comprehensive, expert care for common childhood skin diseases, as well as rare dermatologic disorders. Meet our pediatric dermatologists.
Meet Our Team
As one of the most comprehensive fertility programs in the region, our care team includes pediatric experts in endocrinology, obstetrics & gynecology, urology, oncology, nursing, and psychology.
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Male Fertility Options
We provide services and consultation for male patients who may be at risk for long-term fertility or reproductive health issues. Learn more about male fertility preservation options.
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Female Fertility Options
We provide services and consultation for female patients who may be at risk for long-term fertility or reproductive health issues. Learn more about female fertility preservation options.
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Hearing Team Education Series
The Hearing Program has designed an education series to discuss topics related to hearing loss in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere.
Meet Our Team
Patients will meet with a pediatric otolaryngologist, advanced practitioner nurse, audiologist, speech-language pathologist, social worker and registered nurse.
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Support Services
Learn more about services that can support your and your child during their hearing loss journey.
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Hearing Loss Conference
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Agenda
7:45 – 8:20 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:20 – 8:30 a.m. Introduction and Overview of Conference Prashant Malhotra, MD 8:30– 9:15 a.m. Keynote Address – “Role of the Pediatrician in Hearing Loss” Susan Wiley, MD 9:15 – 9:25 a.m.
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Speakers
Course Director Prashant S. Malhotra, MD, FAAP Pediatric Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Director, Hearing Program Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus, OH Keynote Speaker Susan E.
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Speech Services for Hearing Loss
We offers many speech services to meet the individual needs of your child and family. Services are based on your choices.
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Hearing Developmental Milestones Checklist
Check out our hearing developmental milestone checklist.
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Speech Language and Hearing Expectations for Children with Hearing Loss
Learn more about speech and hearing expectations for children with hearing loss.
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Our Clinics
Early Developmental Clinic We see babies who were born early or who had challenges at birth are at risk for delays in their growth and development This clinic specializes in taking care of these babies, to provide them with the best possible chances of developing into healthy children We offer the
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Audiology Services
The department of audiology works with patients and their families to diagnose hearing loss and provide intervention services.
Research and Innovation
Clinician scientists within Infectious Diseases along with principal investigators in the Center for Vaccines and Immunity and the Center for Microbial Pathogenesis in the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital are dedicated to improving care for children with infectious diseases.
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Ketogenic Diet
Patients who have seizures that are difficult to treat may benefit from a ketogenic diet, which is a high-fat, adequate-protein and low-carbohydrate dietary program.
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Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Events
Psychogenic non-epileptic events are episodes of change in behavior that resemble epileptic seizures but are not caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
Meet Our Team
Our team includes professionals in social work, child life, psychology, art and music therapy, genetics, therapeutic recreation, massage therapy, and occupational and physical therapy as well as our STAR school program.
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Seizure Information for Parents
Your child had a seizure. What do you do now? Learn more about safety, treatment and tips on living with seizures and epilepsy.
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Seizures and Epilepsy
Has your child had a seizure or been diagnosed with epilepsy? This information will give you a basic understanding of your child’s condition.
Meet Our Team
Meet our anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists and nurse practitioners.
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Common Terms
We've compiled a list of the most common terms having to do with our Center for Intestinal Rehabilitation and Nutrition Support.
Meet Our Team
Our team provides the nutritional, gastrointestinal and surgical care of infants, children and adolescents with intestinal failure related to short bowel syndrome or other causes.
Resources for Professionals
Access resources for neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners and neonatal health care professionals.
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Perinatal / Neonatal Outreach Program
For over 27 years, the Perinatal / Neonatal Outreach Program has partnered with local health care providers to provide educational programs and other related services to ensure the best quality care for their newborn population, before and after their birth.
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Neonatology Early Intervention
In the NICU setting, our Early Intervention staff provide information about community programs, provide developmentally appropriate infant stimulation, and play when medically stable.
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Neonatal Therapeutic Hypothermia
Therapeutic hypothermia is a clinical treatment that involves moderately reducing a patient’s body temperature in order to slow disease progression and to improve health.
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Neonatal Early Career Exchange Program
Welcome! The Neonatal Early Career Exchange (NECE) program was created to pair early-career physicians with neonatologists at some of the nation’s most renowned hospitals for neonatal care.
Testing & Diagnostics
We perform a variety of tests in our NICU facilities. Learn more about some of of these tests, their purpose and how they are performed.
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Treatment
The goals of treatment are to improve the symmetry and movement of the affected face.
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During Your Visit
Find out what to expect during your Pediatric Microsurgery and Facial Reanimation Program visit.
Meet Our Team
Our team of asthma experts includes physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers and more.
Meet Our Team
Our surgeons are experienced in both the specialized care of children and cutting-edge techniques in microsurgery and facial reanimation.
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Anorectal reconstructions
In some cases, a single reconstructive surgery can help restore a way for the body to pass waste; however, most complex malformations will require a series of surgeries, performed over several months, to help normalize bowel function.
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Ileostomy
An ileostomy is a procedure that connects a part of the small intestine to a surgical hole (stoma) in the abdomen and perts feces to a special pouch outside the body.
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Rectal Prolapse
Rectal prolapse is when the end of the large intestine, called the rectum, falls down into the anus, the part where poop (stool) leaves the body.
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Urinary Tract Reconstruction
Several conditions in children may require reconstruction of the urinary tract, such as anorectal malformations, kidney or bladder problems.
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Colostomy
A colostomy is a surgical procedure performed on children who are unable to pass feces safely due to disease or anatomical defect.
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Anal Dilation
Anal dilation helps to keep the child’s newly created anus open to the right size after surgery or repair.
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Colostomy Closure: A Parent's Checklist
Once a young child’s colostomy is closed, parent support is very important to help set the stage for consistent bowel movements and successful potty training.
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Managing Diaper Rash
A baby will have frequent and loose bowel movements after a colostomy is closed. This can cause severe diaper rash. Frequently changing the diaper and keeping the skin dry will help.
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Post-Colostomy Closure Nutrition
Learn more about nutritional needs for kids after colostomy.
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Urodynamics
Urodynamics are tests to see how well the bladder works and show where blocks or leakages could be.
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Distal Colostogram
The repair of an anorectal malformation often requires more than one procedure. Once your child has recovered well from their ostomy procedure, as a next step, surgeons will perform an imaging study called a high-pressure distal colostogram.
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The Enema Program
The Enema Program at CCPR is part of the Bowel Management Program for children with anorectal malformation, Hirschsprung disease or a spinal condition.
Surgical Repair
Learn more about surgical repair for imperforate anus or anorectal malformations.
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Contrast Enema
A contrast enema is a radiology test that helps to visualize the inside of the colon. Contrast enemas are often used to help determine the extent of the problem and plan for treatment. They can give a sense of how slow or fast the colon is moving.
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3D Cloacagram
A child born with cloaca only has one opening where the vagina, urethra, and rectum are joined. A 3D cloacagram helps plan treatment.
Services We Offer
The CCPR team provides many services that include testing, diagnosing and treating conditions related to the colon, rectum and pelvis in children. These services are offered by a dedicated health care team who understands how a child's body grows and develops.
Asthma Blog Library
The 700 Children’s blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. This collection of blogs includes information to help you navigate asthma and related treatments for your child.
Diagnostic Procedures
If an issue is found with your child, doctors will do a number of tests to better understand the problems and to develop a long-term plan for the best outcome.
CCPR Video Resources
Explore our collection of videos to learn more about the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction. These family-friendly resources are designed to support you through every step of your journey.
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PSARVUP
An operation called PSARVUP (posterior sagittal anorectal vaginal urethralplasty) can correct cloacal malformation.
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Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty (PSARP)
Posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP), also known as a “pull-through procedure", is a surgical technique used by our surgeons to correct a variety of anorectal and cloacal malformations.
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The Constipation Challenge
Helping your child avoid constipation will become a parent’s top priority for the next few months and years.
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Bowel Management Program
The Bowel Management Program is a seven-day outpatient program for children dealing with fecal incontinence.
Meet Our Team
Meet the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction team. Our team includes health care providers from many specialties, such as Urology, Gynecology, Gastroenterology and Radiology.
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Resources for Professionals
Learn more about resources for professionals in CCPR including training programs, international training and mobile applications.
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Appendicostomy or Malone Procedure
An appendicostomy (said like: a pen di KOSS tuh me), or Malone, can be done for children who need an enema every day to stay free from stool accidents.
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The Medicine Program
The Medicine Program at CCPR is part of the Bowel Management Program for children with constipation and slow colon. This will help children with bowel control and toilet training.
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Surgical Recovery
Post surgery plans are designed to help establish successful recovery, healing and long-term bowel control after reconstructive surgery.
Corporate Integrity Program
At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Inc. we are committed to carrying out our mission, vision, and strategic plan ethically and in compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations and federal healthcare program requirements. Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Inc.
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Road Construction
Due to state and city road construction around Nationwide Children’s Hospital, please plan additional travel time. Click here for a summary of current and upcoming construction. Check back for updates as these projects progress.
Lincoln Village
A primary care office is a place where doctors and nurses know you and your child’s health. Our Lincoln Village Care Center doctors and nurses care for children from birth to age 21. Learn more about the pediatricians who work at our Lincoln Village location.
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Pediatric Urology Midwest Alliance (PUMA)
When it comes to rare urological conditions, there is strength in numbers. That’s why leading surgeons at five of the region’s premier children’s hospitals have formed the Pediatric Urology Midwest Alliance (PUMA).
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Burn Center Care Team
Our dedicated team of health care professionals will care for your child. Learn more about the professionals who may be part of your child's care team.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about our team of experts at the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Clinic.
Ear, Nose and Throat Video Resources
Learn more about what to expect during common procedures like ear tube surgery, meet members of the ENT team and hear from families who have received care from Nationwide Children’s.
IBD Resources for Families
Our team has compiled a list of useful resources to help you make sense of your child's IBD diagnosis.
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Urology Conference
The Pediatric Urology Laparoscopic Course is scheduled for August 2021. Additional information will be available soon.
Procedures
Learn more about urological procedures conducted at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Toxicology team.
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IBD Research
Research is critical in continuing to improve the care of children and adolescents with inflammatory bowel disease.
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Perinatal Palliative Care
The Perinatal Advanced Illness Management (AIM) Team supports families as they cope with the challenges of expecting a newborn with a complex illness.
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Simulating Surgery
Learn more about Dr. Wiet's research using high-performance computing to improve surgical education and training.
Careers
Join our team and discover your passion for what’s possible in providing best outcomes for children.
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Inpatient Palliative Care
The Advanced Illness Management team is the hospital-based Palliative Care team. We are dedicated to patients who require hospitalization.
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Research and Innovation
Critical Care Medicine is a leading presence in the field of pediatric critical care research.
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Interstitial and Rare Lung Disease (IRLD) Clinic
As part of Pulmonary Medicine, the Interstitial and Rare Lung Disease Clinic (IRLD) is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of rare lung diseases of childhood.
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Muscular Dystrophy Clinic Specialists
The combined expertise of specialists in neuromuscular disorders, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, and other disciplines make up the Muscular Dystrophy Clinic.
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Annual IBD Office Visit
All patients are offered an annual, multidisciplinary visit with our nurse practitioner, dietitians, psychology providers and social workers. Learn more about what to expect at your child's visit.
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Home-Based Palliative Care
Home-Based Palliative Care is designed for families whose children are facing a life-limiting condition and who are seeking support from the comfort of home.
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IBD Quality Improvement
Nationwide Children's is a leading participant in ImproveCareNow, an unprecedented effort focusing on quality of care and overall outcomes of IBD patients.
Ear, Nose & Throat Blog Library
The 700 Children’s blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. Our ENT specialists cover the latest from ear infections to noisy snoring to surgeries.
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Burn Center Outcomes
We are providing best outcomes in pediatric burn. Access our annual report to learn more.
Meet Our Team
Our surgeons in urology are experts in minimally invasive surgery. By performing a high volume of robot-assisted procedures, we have the experience and expertise to provide outstanding care and to train the next generation of urologists.
Meet Our Team
We have a comprehensive team with expert pulmonologists, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, respiratory therapists, perfusionists, nurses and technicians.
Resources for Professionals
Check out a variety of heart surgery resources to assist professionals in the field.
Resources for Families
Check out some useful resources for families during their time with Heart and Chest Surgery.
Nationwide Children's - Toledo
Nationwide Children's Hospital continues the legacy and vision developed by Mercy Health Children's Hospital while giving children in the Toledo area more local access to procedures and therapies.
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Prader Willi Syndrome Team.
Near East
A primary care office is a place where doctors and nurses know you and your child’s health. Our Near East Primary Care Center doctors and nurses care for children from birth to age 21. Learn more about the pediatricians who work at our Near East location.
Olentangy
A primary care office is a place where doctors and nurses know you and your child’s health. Our Olentangy Primary Care Center doctors and nurses care for children from birth to age 21. Learn more about the pediatricians who work at our Olentangy location.
Whitehall
A primary care office is a place where doctors and nurses know you and your child’s health. Our Whitehall Primary Care Center doctors and nurses care for children from birth to age 21. Learn more about the pediatricians who work at our Whitehall location.
South High
A primary care office is a place where doctors and nurses know you and your child’s health. Our South High Primary Care Center doctors and nurses care for children and adults. Learn more about the pediatricians who work at our South High location.
Westside
A primary care office is a place where doctors and nurses know you and your child’s health. Our Westside Primary Care Center doctors and nurses care for children from birth to age 21. Learn more about the pediatricians who work at our Westside location.
Meet Our Team
Our team of endocrinologists provides exceptional clinical care, effective patient education and innovative solutions for endocrine disorders.
Resources for Providers
Access resources for endocrinologists and referring professionals.
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Endocrinology Clinics
We diagnose and treat a wide range of general endocrine disorders through our endocrinology clinics. Access maps, directions and contact information for each clinic location.
Resources for Families
The Celiac Disease Center has compiled a number of resources to help you and your child understand celiac disease and adjust to a gluten-free lifestyle.
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Rise in Pediatric Celiac Disease
Dr. Ivor Hill, leading celiac disease specialist, is the medical director of the Celiac Disease Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital. He answers the question, "Why is pediatric celiac disease on the rise?"
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Signs and Symptoms of Celiac Disease in Children
Dr. Ivor Hill, leading celiac disease specialist, is the medical director of the Celiac Disease Center. at Nationwide Children's Hospital. He answers the question, "What are the most common symptoms of childhood celiac disease?"
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My Child Might Have Celiac Disease ... Now What?
Leading celiac disease specialist Dr. Ivor Hill is the medical director of the Celiac Disease Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital. He answers the question, "What to do if you suspect your child has celiac disease?"
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Treating Celiac Disease in Children
Leading celiac disease specialist Dr. Ivor Hill is the medical director of the Celiac Disease Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital. He answers the question, "How is celiac disease treated in children?"
Meet Our Team
Our Celiac Disease Center team includes specialized experts in celiac disease: pediatric gastroenterologists, endocrinologists, pathologists, pharmacists, registered dietitians, nurse practitioners, nurses and social workers.
Meet Our Team
Our physical therapists work closely with young athletes and children who have suffered bone and/or muscle injuries to help children return to their level of play. Meet our Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy team.
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Our Research
Our goal in performing clinical research is to advance knowledge, improve patient outcomes and decrease the impact of injury.
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Inpatient Services
The inpatient psychiatric unit is the highest level of mental health care available at Nationwide Children’s and provides intensive hospitalization for youth 3-17 years of age. Learn what to expect if your child is admitted.
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Certifications
Learn about the specializations and certifications that allow us to tailor treatment techniques to fit each child’s unique needs.
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What to Expect
Learn what to expect at your Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy appointment.
Resources
Access resources from our Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy team.
Meet Our Team
Meet our team of physicians, surgeons, nurses, psychologists and social workers dedicated to providing expertise and care for common cancers in the adolescent and young adult population.
Neuro-Oncology Comprehensive Clinic
Focusing on the needs of children, adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer of the central nervous system.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Neuro-Oncology team.
Meet Our Leadership
Meet our Big Lots Behavioral Health Services leadership.
Meet Our Team
Our speech language pathologists help children communicate to their fullest potential. Meet our team.
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Augmentative and Alternative Communication Program
Alternative communication is used when someone is unable to speak or is hard to understand. Augmentative communication means adding something to speech to make the message clearer to the listener. This can include pictures, writing or drawings, or using special speech apps or devices.
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STAR Program
STAR Program is a social group program that teaches children the fundamental social skills necessary to build relationships. It is composed of preschool, elementary and middle school children.
Meet Our Team
At the Center for Hip Preservation, we have dedicated orthopedic specialists focused on hip care.
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Helicopter Services
Transport has expanded services to now include a fully-dedicated helicopter (named Monarch 1) to serve critically-ill patients.
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Resources for Professionals
The Transport Team utilizes a variety of modes of transportation, allowing us to provide extended transport services throughout the United States.
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Resources for Parents
Our transport team works directly with the referring physician and/or hospital staff to help families understand what to expect.
Meet Our Team
Meet our highly skilled team of transport professionals.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Melanoma & Pigmented Lesion Clinic team.
Meet Our Team
Our physical therapists aim to help children enjoy life by reaching their highest level of independence. Meet our team of physical therapists.
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Play Your Way Group
Play Your Way (formerly known as the SMART Program) focuses on emotional regulation, social and play skills for peer connection, increased engagement and school readiness.
For Patients
We never lose sight of the fact that every specimen represents a child. We know how important each child is to you. We want you to know they are equally important to us. We base our reputation on the quality of every test we conduct.
Physical Therapy Blog Library
The 700 Children’s blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. This collection of blogs includes information to help you navigate physical therapy and related treatments for your child.
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Tissue Expansion
Tissue expansion involves the stretching of skin and soft tissue. It is done before reconstructive surgery to replace skin that has been burned, injured, or that has a large birthmark.
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Patient Feedback
View what patients have to say about their stay with Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Resources For Providers
Access resources for referring providers' patients and practices.
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What to Expect
What to expect before, during and after your visit with Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
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Our Care Team
Our entire Hospice team works together in their unique roles along side of parents and families to help provide the best possible care.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Physical Medicine and Rehabiliation team.
Meet Our Team
Our team provides comprehensive care for all pediatric plastic surgical needs, including congenital anomalies, skin tumors and reconstruction following burns and other traumatic injuries.
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Parent Mentee Survey
A survey for parents that are a part of Plastic Surgery's parent mentee program.
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Lupus, Vasculitis and Glomerulonephritis Clinic
The Lupus, Vasculitis and Glomerulonephritis Clinic at Nationwide Children’s provides state-of-the art, evidence-based, compassionate, family-centered care to children and adolescents with lupus, vasculitis and glomerulonephritis disorders.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Rheumatology Team.
Meet Our Team
Our radiology team is comprised of subspecialized trained physicians, technologists, and researchers to manage each specific patient need.
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Imaging Innovation and Research Office (IRO)
The Imaging and Innovation Research Office (IRO) is a “one-stop-shop” for physicians and investigators seeking advanced imaging capabilities in support of their clinical and research needs.
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Information for Coaches
Coach: Find the resources you need for everything from advice on injuries, articles on injuries or conditions, locations, contact information, community education and more.
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Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Clinic
The Department of Rheumatology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers a Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Clinic to provide comprehensive care for the needs of our clinic patients.
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Hypermobility Clinic
The Hypermobility Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is a family-centered clinic that evaluates and develops an individualized treatment plan to reduce joint pain and complications related to joint hypermobility.
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Resources for Professionals
Access helpful documents and resources for your practice and your patients.
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Sports Medicine FAQs
What is the best way to stay hydrated? When do I use ice? These are just some of our most frequently asked questions.
Sports Medicine Research
Researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have conducted studies on sports injuries, functional body control, injury prevention and more.
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Research and Innovation
Our team is actively engaged in clinical research that aims to help professionals and families understand more about the 22q deletion and its impact on affected children.
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About Our Facilities
Our complete inpatient and outpatient services are designed to support families throughout their child’s treatment.
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Support Group Information
We are currently establishing a 22q Deletion Syndrome Support Group here at Nationwide Children's.
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Quality and Reporting
To ensure the Division of Hematology, Oncology, and Blood & Marrow Transplant is held at the highest standards, we are committed to providing transparent information regarding our quality, data, and outcomes to patient families and clinical and research peers.
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What to Expect During Your Visit
Learn what to expect before, during and after your 22q Center visit.
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Conference Form
Sign up to get more information on the A Healthy You and 22q Conference on September 21, 2019.
Meet Our Team
Our 22q Center team is multidisciplinary and composed of expert clinicians from various specialties.
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Accreditations and Affiliations
The Blood and Marrow Transplant Program at Nationwide Children's Hospital is accredited by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT).
Meet Our Team
Meet our Neurology team.
Services We Offer
Learn more about our clinical programs and services.
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MIBG Treatment
MIBG is a chemical that started as a blood pressure medicine. It was found to be preferentially picked up by neural crest cells which give rise to, among other things, parts of your adrenal glands.
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Art Therapy
Our Art Therapist is part of a multidisciplinary, psychosocial team that works together to help patients and their families cope with hospitalization and provide support throughout the treatment journey.
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Behavior Issues
Families of children who have had treatment for cancer have already been through a lot of stress. We know that your family may need additional support during this time.
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Pain Management
Our goal at Nationwide Children's Hospital is to make your child as comfortable as possible.
Meet Our Team
Therapeutic Recreation Specialists walk the path toward the best care for patients, providing innovative treatments and programming. Meet our team.
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Hospice Services
Together, we can decide what will provide the most comfort and the highest quality of life for hospice children.
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Survivorship Care
At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, survivorship care is broken into three specific clinics tailored for children with different survivorship needs.
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Your Eating Disorders Care Team
Due to the medical and psychological complexity of eating disorders, effective treatment involves the collaboration of clinicians from different health disciplines. The team works together to help patients and families achieve recovery.
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Universal Newborn Hearing Screening
Ohio law requires all newborns to have a hearing screening before they are discharged from their birth hospital. A hearing screening is a way to assess a baby’s “risk” for hearing loss. It is important to check hearing, as hearing loss is the No. 1 birth defect.
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ABR Testing
The ABR (Auditory Brainstem Response) test can be used to detect hearing loss. The test is mostly done on infants and children who may not be able to respond to behavioral hearing tests because of their age.
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During Your Visit
Learn more about what to expect before, during and after your visit with the Center for Craniofacial Disorders.
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OAE Testing
The OAE (Otoacoustic Emissions) test checks part of the inner ear’s response to sound. The test is mostly done on infants and children who may not be able to respond to behavioral hearing tests because of their age.
Meet Our Team
Our specialists offer a full range of audiology services for children. Our team includes experts in otolaryngology (ENT), audiology, speech-language pathology, nursing and social work.
Meet Our Team
Our team of experts has treated thousands of children from birth to young adulthood who require highly specialized care.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about the team of experts at the Pulmonary Hypertension Program.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Primary Care team.
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Do I Qualify for Bariatric Surgery?
Weight loss surgery is not for all overweight people. It offers an option for people who have not been able to maintain weight loss and control their health through dieting alone.
Meet Our Team
The Headache Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provides unique expertise in diagnosing and treating headaches in children and adolescents.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Chest Wall Clinic team.
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Surgery Complications & Risks
Bariatric surgery is considered major surgery and has several potential complications that all patients need to know about.
Weight Loss Surgery Options
At Nationwide Children’s, we offer two types of weight loss surgery: gastric sleeve surgery and gastric bypass surgery.
Meet Our Team
Our pediatric Urgent Care pediatricians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants are trained to provide the best possible care for your child.
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Hemostasis and Thrombosis Center Team.
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Satisfaction Survey
We hope you enjoyed your visit with our facility or therapy dog today. Please help us by telling us more about your visit.
Meet Our Dogs
Meet our facility and therapy dogs in the Butterfly Paws program at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Primary Care Clinic
We offer primary care services designed for adolescents and young adults ages 11 to 21.
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Surgery Benefits
There are many benefits of weight loss surgery including improved self esteem, increased energy, and decreased use of medications.
What to Expect
Surgery requires major lifestyle changes. To maintain weight loss after surgery, you will still have to exercise and limit food amounts.
Meet Our Team
Our multidisciplinary team of experts provides an extensive range of services. Meet the Brachial Plexus Program team.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about Surgical Director Marc Michalsky, MD, and his team of experts in the Bariatric Surgery Program.
Surgery & Clinic Locations
Find out where General Pediatric Surgery is located.
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Main OR (Inpatient & Outpatient Surgery)
The Main OR is located in the main hospital tower. It is accessible by taking the C elevators to the 2nd level.
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Pre-Surgery Instructions
Everything you need to know to help your child prepare for surgery.
Westerville Surgery Center (Outpatient )
The Westerville Surgery Center is located at 455 Executive Campus Drive.
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The Day of Surgery
What to expect when you arrive for the day of your surgery at the Westerville Surgery Center.
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Pre-Surgery Instructions
The day before your child’s surgery, a nurse will call you to discuss instructions for the upcoming procedure.
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Pre-Surgery Instructions
Everything you need to know to help your child prepare for surgery at the Westerville Surgery Center.
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Research and Innovation
Learn more about General Pediatric Surgery's research in tissue engineering.
Pediatric Surgery Blog Library
The 700 Children’s blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. This collection of blogs includes information to help you navigate pediatric surgery for your child.
Meet Our Team
Our Pediatric Surgery team includes doctors, nurse practitioners and nurses who provide expert, individualized care for each child.
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Resources
Check out our Neuromuscular Disorders Clinic resources including clinical trials, family services, organizations and podcasts.
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Resources
“What does this mean for my child?” and “Now what?” are common questions parents ask after learning of a cerebral palsy diagnosis. These resources can help support you along your child's journey.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Hospital Medicine team comprised of both Pediatric and Adult Hospitalists.
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Treatment
There is no cure for Cerebral Palsy, but many treatments can reduce the effects of CP and also help children learn ways to adapt.
Meet Our Team
Single ventricle heart defects occur when one of the lower chambers of the heart are either underdeveloped, too small or missing a valve. Single ventricle defects include hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), double outlet right ventricle, pulmonary atresia and tricuspid atresia.
Meet Our Team
Our team includes experts in neurodevelopmental pediatrics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, orthopedics, nursing, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, nutrition and social work.
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Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition Clinical Research
Learn more about clinical research relating to gastroenterology, hepatology & nutrition.
Clinical Research For Investigators
Clinical Research Services Clinical Research Services (CRS) is designed to be a portal through which clinical investigators access streamlined coordination of services necessary to initiate clinical research projects, regardless of funding source.
Ear, Nose and Throat Clinical Research
Learn more about clinical research relating to ear, nose & throat services.
Emergency Services Clinical Research
Learn more about clinical research relating to emergency services.
Sickle Cell Anemia Clinical Research
Learn more about clinical research relating to sickle cell anemia.
Pulmonary Medicine Clinical Research
Learn more about clinical research relating to pulmonary medicine.
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Central Nervous System Tumors
A central nervous system (CNS) tumor begins when healthy cells in the brain or the spinal cord change and grow out of control, forming a mass, or tumor. If the tumor is malignant, it can spread to other parts of the body or brain, effecting a child’s thought processes and movements.
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Hematologic Disorders
Hematologic disorders are conditions found in the blood and blood forming organs. This includes blood cell cancers, genetic disorders, anemia, HIV related conditions, sickle cell disease, and complications do to chemotherapy treatment or transfusions.
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Leukemias and Lymphomas
Leukemia and lymphomas are some of the most common types of cancer in children, affecting one in three children who are diagnosed with pediatric cancer. These diseases are cancers of white blood cells and immune system, hindering the ability of the body to fight off infections.
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Other/Multiple Specialties
These trials involve finding solutions for patients who have more than one condition involving hematology, oncology, & bone and marrow transplant. Multispecialty studies focus on new ways to treat the whole patient through by studying the correlations between different diseases.
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Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
Hematopoietic stem cells in the blood that may have many other applications to treat more than just cancers of the blood. Our team uses hematopoietic stem cell transplant clinical trials to find faster and more personalized tactics solutions for multiple different kinds of cancers throughout the
Investigator-Initiated Cancer Clinical Studies
Learn more about investigator-initiated trials.
Sarcoma and Solid Tumor Studies
Learn more about clinical research relating to sarcomas and solid tumors.
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IT Research and Innovation
RISI works with domain experts, clinical experts, and research talents to create valuable solutions for the organization and our patients.
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Grant Funding
Our team collaborates with researchers and clinicians to identify funding opportunities, develop grant proposals, and carry out project tasks for funded projects.
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Extended Reality
At Nationwide Children’s, extended reality is used to develop innovative digital health solutions that enhance patient care. The team crafts engaging and impactful products to elevate the quality of care we deliver.
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Publications and Presentations
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Finance and Sponsored Projects
The Finance and Sponsored Project Department supports grant and contract funding from the start of a search for funding through the closeout of a project. We know it takes teamwork for a successful project and are prepared to assure our researcher's time is spent focused on the science of research and not administrative details.
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Media
Mohana Ravindranath, “Can voice tech limit COVID spread?” [Interview]. Politico, Morning eHealth Newsletter. 11/30/2020. (Open access copy) Darius Tahir & Mohana Ravindranath, “What Siri and Alexa can do for COVID?” [Quote].
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Resources For Investigators
Learn more about the intramural funding program, research release time and investigational drug service.
22q Deletion Syndrome Clinical Research
Learn more about clinical research relating to 22q deletion syndrome.
Clinical Research Blog Library
The 700 Children's blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. Our team covers the latest from clinical study participation and beyond.
Speech and Language Pathology Clinical Research
Learn more about clinical research relating to speech and language pathology.
Safety and Injury Prevention Clinical Research
Learn more about clinical research relating to safety and injury prevention.
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CHTN Pediatric Division
The Cooperative Human Tissue Network (CHTN) facilitates access to human tissue for research, accelerating scientific discoveries in medical diagnoses and treatment. The Pediatric Division is managed by the Biopathology Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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About Us
The BCR at Nationwide Children's Hospital is composed of six primary workgroups: Client Services Logistics Histology Pathology and Virtual Microscopy Molecular Informatics This subdivision of workgroups creates a modular system which allows the BCR flexibility and variety in the functions it
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ALCHEMIST
The Adjuvant Lung Cancer Enrichment Marker Identification and Sequencing Trials, or ALCHEMIST, is a group of clinical trials for patients with certain types of early-stage non-small cell lung cancers (NSCLC) that have been treated surgically.
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Exceptional Responders
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has embarked on the Exceptional Responders (ER) Initiative to understand the molecular underpinnings of exceptional responses to treatment, primarily via chemotherapy, in cancer patients.
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Burkitt Lymphoma Genome Sequencing Project
The BCR serves as the biospecimen processing core for the Burkitt Lymphoma Genome Sequencing Project (BLGSP). Burkitt lymphoma is a type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that occurs most often in children and young adults.
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Clinical Trials Sequencing Project
The Clinical Trials Sequencing Project (CTSP) will promote the use of genomics to explain the molecular basis of response and resistance to therapies studied in National Cancer Institute (NCI)-sponsored clinical trials of the National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN).
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Cancer Driver Discovery Project
The Cancer Driver Discovery Project (CDDP) aims to identify driver mutations that occur in two percent or more of cancer cases. Further explanation of the molecular causes of cancer through deeper characterization of tumors is expected to yield insights into tumor biology, leading to better
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Contact Us
Biospecimen Core Resource The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital 700 Children's Drive Columbus, Ohio 43205 Main Phone: (614) 355-2919 Key Contacts at the BCR Jay Bowen Principal Investigator Sara Coppens Project Manager Hilary Petrello Client Services Kevin Bennett
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HIV+ Tumor Molecular Characterization Project
The HIV+ Tumor Molecular Characterization Project (HTMCP) will study 100 cases each of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lung cancer, and cervical cancer.
Media Center
See the latest news coming out of the Center for Injury Research and Policy including press releases, announcements about recent awards, publications, studies, and events, as well as upcoming media trainings.
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OpenClinica Training Manual
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Gary Smith Team
Gary A. Smith, MD, DrPH Principal Investigator Dr. Gary A. Smith is a professor of Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine and Epidemiology at The Ohio State University.
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TCGA Publications
2016 Molecular Profiling Reveals Biologically Discrete Subsets and Pathways of Progression in Diffuse Glioma. Cell. doi:10.1016/j.cell.2015.12.028 Read the full article 2015 The Molecular Taxonomy of Primary Prostate Cancer. Cell.
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Trainees for Child Injury Prevention
What is Trainees for Child Injury Prevention (T4CIP)? T4CIP is a year-long training program for medical students, residents, and fellows. During monthly virtual sessions, national experts deliver lessons on child injury prevention and advocacy.
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Research Grants
See the latest grants awarded to the researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy.
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ICRC Research Projects 2019-2024
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ICRC Research Projects 2012-2019
Drug Overdoses and Poisonings among Adolescents and Young Adults in Ohio Principal Investigator: Xiang Findings will provide statistical data about drug poisonings among adolescents and young adults in Ohio, which will be used to guide intervention programs to prevent drug overdoses and poisonings
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ICRC Research Projects 2008-2011
Childhood Injury Statistics Using the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) (Principal Investigator: Xiang) Findings will aid in developing and evaluating methods of using point-of-care clinical information systems to report injuries and other acute health problems to public health
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Julie Leonard Team
Julie Leonard, MD, MPH Principal Investigator Julie Leonard, MD, MPH, is a Professor of Pediatrics at Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Ohio State University College of Medicine.
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International Faculty
The Center for Injury Research and Policy (CIRP) of the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital has invited selected scientists outside the United States whose work is primarily concerned with injury control and prevention to become international affiliate faculty.
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Grant Archives
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Student Awards
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Child Road Safety in the Americas
San Jose, Costa Rica May 7-8, 2015 During United Nations Global Road Safety Week The Child Road Safety in the Americas Congress, taking place on May 7-8, 2015, during UN Global Road Safety Week, addresses the important public health and sustainable development issue of child road safety in the
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The Ohio State University Courses
The principal investigators at the Center for Injury Research and Policy also have joint appointments as faculty members at The Ohio State University Colleges of Medicine and Public Health.
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E-cigarettes and Liquid Nicotine
Just a small amount of liquid nicotine can be deadly to a child. Poisoning can happen in two ways: when the liquid is swallowed or when it is absorbed through the skin.
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Marijuana Edibles
A marijuana edible, cannabis edible, or simply “edible” is any food or beverage that contains THC, the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, or cannabidiol (CBD). THC or CBD have been added to all sorts of foods, such as chips and candies, and even drinks.
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Exertional Heat-Related Injuries
Unlike classic heat-related injuries, exertional heat-related injuries do not require extremely high ambient temperatures to cause harm.
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Crutches, Walkers & Wheelchairs (Mobility Aids)
Children and teens with an injury or disability may need to use mobility aids, such as crutches, walkers and wheelchairs, to help them get around more easily.
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Sun Safety
While enjoying the summer weather can mean going outdoors and getting active, it is important to keep in mind that exposure to the sun and heat can lead to serious injuries.
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Student Publications
All of the following publications had a student as either the lead author or as a co-author. Students' names are in bold in the citation.
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Batteries
There are two types of batteries. One kind is long and skinny like AA or C. Many flashlights and toys use that kind. The other kind of battery is round, flat, and looks like a silver button. Button batteries are in watches, key fobs, thermometers, singing cards, and many other items in your home.
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Back-to-School Safety
When summer comes to an end, children get ready to go back to school. This is a great time for parents to talk to their kids about how to safely travel to and from school.
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International Training Program
According to the World Health Organization: Each year, there are over 800,000 injury-related deaths globally among children younger than 18 years of age Tens of millions of children require hospital care due to injuries annually 90% of the world's pediatric deaths from injuries occur in low- and
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Amputations
Many pediatric amputations are door-related. Doors are easily accessible to the exploring fingers of young children who are unaware of the potential dangers.
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Pet Medication Risks for Children
Almost two thirds of households in the US own a pet and many of these households have children. Many parents may not be aware of the risks these medications can pose to their families.
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RIO™
RIO™ is an internet-based surveillance software developed by Dr. Comstock. This powerful yet flexible surveillance software has been the centerpiece of Dr. Comstock’s research.
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ReACT Study
Concussion among youth is a major public health issue today. While too little rest can aggravate symptoms and slow recovery, too much rest is impractical.
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Secondary Injuries Among Individuals with Disabilities
Currently, 40 to 50 million people in the United States live with various disabilities and this number is expected to increase substantially in the coming years.
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Annual Myology Training Course
The Myology Course at Nationwide Children's is the only U.S. workshop of its kind, featuring a mix of basic and clinical science lectures followed by specific training in either clinical treatment protocols or basic science laboratory techniques.
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OSU and Nationwide Children's Muscle Group
The OSU and Nationwide Children's Muscle Group brings together investigators with diverse research interests in skeletal muscle, cardiac muscle, and neuromuscular biology.
"This Month in Muscular Dystrophy"
Hosted by Kevin Flanigan, MD, "This Month in Muscular Dystrophy" podcasts highlight the latest in muscular dystrophy and other inherited neuromuscular disease research.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about director Kevin Flanigan, MD, and the team of principal investigators at the Jerry R. Mendell Center for Gene Therapy.
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Sribnick Lab
Under the direction of Eric A. Sribnick, MD, PhD, the Sribnick Lab's research focuses on how the body’s immune system responds after traumatic brain injury.
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Bonny Lab
Under the direction of Andrea E. Bonny, MD, the Bonny Lab focuses on research to inform clinical practice for adolescents at peak risk for nonmedical use of prescription opioids, as well as dictating public policy. In the same manner, the Bonny Lab seeks to inform clinical practice for AYA on contraception.
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Roberts Lab
The Roberts Lab focuses on understanding the interactions that occur between cancer cells and the "normal" tissues that surround them.
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Rashnonejad Lab
Under the direction of Afrooz Rashnonejad, MSc, PhD, the Rashnonejad Lab focuses on developing adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based gene therapies for neuromuscular and neurodegenerative diseases.
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Nicolau Lab
Under the direction of Stefan Nicolau, MD, the Nicolau Lab aims to further the translational development of gene editing therapies for muscle disorders, with a particular emphasis on genetic mutations that require insertion of hundreds or thousands of base pairs into genomic DNA.
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Gene Therapy and Neuromuscular Training
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is not only home to world-class neuromuscular research and clinical services, it’s also the hub of an extraordinary and collaborative training environment.
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Rasmussen Lab
The Rasmussen Lab is dedicated to investigating the role that Human Endogenous Retrovirus K (HERV-K) has in the cellular transcriptome of pediatric tumors. HERVs are ubiquitous genetic elements, resulting from ancient retroviral infections of the human genome.
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Gene Therapy Research and Projects
Learn more about muscular dystrophy research and other areas of focus at the Jerry R. Mendell Center for Gene Therapy and see the latest featured research and projects to come out of our center.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about director William Smoyer, MD, and his team of principal investigators at the Center for Clinical and Translational Research.
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Stanton Lab
Under the direction of Benjamin Stanton, PhD, the Systems Epigenetics Group is a highly collaborative group, focusing on pediatric cancer epigenetics and genomics.
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About the Sports Medicine Internship and Immersion Program
The Sports Medicine Department at Nationwide Children's Hospital offers athletic training students who are currently enrolled in a CAATE accredited athletic training education program the opportunity to enhance their clinical education through a hands-on internship experience.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about the team of principal investigators at the Center for Childhood Cancer Research.
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Kendall Lab
Under the direction of Genevieve Kendall, PhD, the Kendall Lab focuses on developing basic and translational models of pediatric sarcomas—devastating and aggressive solid tumors with limited therapeutic options. The lab's goal is to apply the models as discovery- based tools to derive mechanistic insights for improving outcomes for children with cancer.
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Wang Lab
Under the direction of Ruoning Wang, PhD, the Wang Lab conducts research to understand the fundamental questions related to cell metabolism, cell cycle, and cell fate determination in various physio-pathological contexts.
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Center for Pediatric Trauma Research
Established in 2013, the Center for Pediatric Trauma Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital conducts research to achieve best outcomes for pediatric trauma patients.
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Germain Accelerator Program
Accelerator programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital transform patient care, improve health equity and access to care and benefit the community.
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Student Testimonials
Former interns of the Sports Medicine Athletic Training Internship reflect on their time in the program and how their hands-on experiences were unlike anything they learned in the classroom.
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How To Apply
The following information includes the criteria for students applying to the Sports Medicine Internship and Immersion Program, how to submit application materials and who to contact with questions.
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Peds-ONC Immunotherapy Center
The Pediatric Ohio-New York Cancer (Peds-ONC) Immunotherapy Center’s overarching hypothesis is that, in addition to adaptive immunotherapies, innate immune mechanisms of resistance in pediatric cancers can be leveraged as cancer immunotherapeutics.
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Midwest Pediatric Device Consortium
A new consortium led by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University – the first of its kind in the Midwest – will develop, produce and commercialize pediatric medical devices.
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January 2015
Dr. Louise Rodino-Klapac discusses dysferlin overlap vectors to restore function in dysferlinopathies.
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July 2011
Dr. Carsten Bonnemann discusses collagen VI myopathies and a novel cause of ullrich congenital muscular dystrophy.
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October 2010
Dr. Annemieke Aartsma-Rus discusses progress in antisense oligonucleotide therapies.
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April 2010
Gene transfer of follistatin: Dr. Mendell discusses implications for muscle disease.
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January 2011
Dr. Jerry Mendell discusses dystrophin immunity in duchenne muscular dystrophy.
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July 2013
Dr. Jeff Chamberlain discusses gene and cell mediated therapies for muscular dystrophy.
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December 2010
Dr. Craig McDonald discusses the six-minute walk test as an outcome measure in DMD.
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March 2015
Dr. Jerry Mendell discusses phase 1/2a follistatin gene therapy trial for becker muscular dystrophy.
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February 2011
Dr. Scott Harper discusses DUX4 as a potential candidate gene for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy.
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February 2015
Dr. Kevin Flanigan discusses IRES-Induced Dystrophin as a potential therapy for DMD.
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August 2011
Dr. Valérie Allamand discusses the function of Selenoprotein N in muscle and its link to neuromuscular disorders.
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DISCOVERYx 2016
DISCOVERYx 2016 is a TEDx-inspired event that showcased ten presenters sharing their "story behind discovery” here at Nationwide Children’s. Last year's event was held on June 15, 2016.
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Institutional Review Board
The Institutional Review Board (IRB) reviews and provides oversight of all research involving human subjects at Nationwide Children's Hospital and its affiliated institutions. The IRB has the authority to approve, require modifications in, or disapprove all research activities that fall within its jurisdiction.
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Our Services
Consulting Our team currently provides regulatory affairs support and consulting for numerous academic, private, and publically traded programs working towards clinical development of AAV-based gene and cell-based therapies.
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GMP Facility
The cGMP Clinical Manufacturing Facility is located at Andelyn Biosciences, an affiliate company of Nationwide Children's Hospital.
DISCOVERYx 2019
DISCOVERYx 2019 was held live on June 11, 2019. Thank you to everyone who attended and celebrated discoveries that make a difference to improve pediatric health.
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Federal Wide Assurance Information
Assurance #: FWA00002860 Registration #: IRB00000568 Institution #: IORG0000326
DISCOVERYx 2021
The fifth annual DISCOVERYx program was showcased virtually on June 23 and June 30, with three presentations shown each day. Following each talk, speakers answered attendees questions during live Q&A sessions.
DISCOVERYx 2018
DISCOVERYx 2018 is a TEDx-inspired event that showcases presenters sharing “their story behind discovery” at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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National Health IT Week
For the second time, Nationwide Children's Hospital celebrated National Health IT Week to show how Information Technology employees are helping transform healthcare at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Barry Halpern: Addicted to Love: Rethinking Care for Babies Born to Opiate-Dependent Mothers
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Deena Chisholm: Alchemy for Health Equity
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Policies and Procedures
Institutional Review Board (IRB) at Nationwide Children's Hospital Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Documents HRP-001 - Definitions HRP-012 - Observation of Consent Process HRP-013 - LARs, Children, and Guardians HRP-020 - Incoming Items HRP-021 - Pre-Review HRP-022 - Humanitarian-Use-Devices
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Our Innovation
Growing our own Cardiac Vessels Most doctors use plastic grafts to replace damaged arteries and blood vessels in children’s hearts. The problem is that organic hearts grow over time and synthetic plastics do not. To solve this, Dr. Christopher Breuer and Dr.
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Computational Resources
Advances in biomedical science place extreme demands on investigators for computational technology. We are working to meet those demands with a comprehensive array of computational services including biostatistics, epidemiologic analysis, database design and technical support.
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High Performance Computing
About Us The High Performance Computing (HPC) group opened in July 2015, and operates the Baker compute cluster, named for Dr. Sarah Josephine Baker. High Performance Computing supports researchers by providing computational resources for analysis and simulation of datasets ranging in size from
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Our Mission and Strategic Plan
The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital is dedicated to enhancing the health of children by engaging in high-quality, cutting-edge research according to the highest scientific and ethical standards.
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Microscopy Core
The Microscopy Core provides training, consultation and advanced support for optical microscopy and image analysis to investigators throughout Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Joanne Turner
Joanne Turner, PhD, is the chief scientific officer and the interim director of the Center for Microbe and Immunity Research at the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital. She is also an Elizabeth M. and Richard M. Ross Endowed Chair in Pediatric Research. Dr. Turner’s research focuses on immunity to mycobacterial infection in relation to aging.
Research Employee Access
The following links are ONLY for current employees:
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Animal Resources Core
The Animal Resources Core (ARC) assists with animal health and study support, animal acquisition and transport, training and husbandry and housing. The Abigail Wexner Research Institute is committed to ensuring the humane care of the animals utilized for research and teaching. The ARC balances compassionate animal care with research needs to deliver the highest quality service and discovery in pediatric research.
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South Side Programs and Resources
Our goal is to work with partners in the South Side neighborhood to provide programs and services for community members.
Meet Our Animal Friends
We know that nature has a powerful effect on healing. That’s just one reason why we brought nature’s animals inside. Our animal friends play a key role throughout the new main hospital.
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Data Science
Our Data Science team employs innovative approaches for acquiring, managing, retrieving, and analyzing data.
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Design and Technology
We focus on user-centric design to develop holistic strategies for the specific needs of your custom web or mobile application/device.
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Data Collaboration
We offer services including Data Management, Data Warehousing, Honest Broker, Reporting Services, Electronic Data Capture, and Big Data.
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QREK
Considering more than 70% of healthcare information is stored in unstructured clinical notes, healthcare providers increasingly demand effective text-search systems for clinical care, QI reporting and research projects.
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Innovation and Technology
The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is dedicated to developing promising new technologies to advance the practice of pediatric health care.
DISCOVERYx: The Stories Behind Discovery
Learn more about research and academic events going on at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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The Office of Research Regulatory Affairs (ORRA)
Moving discoveries from bench to the best outcomes for children everywhere. The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital enhances the health of children by engaging in high quality, cutting-edge research that results in better ways to prevent, screen for, diagnose
About Us
If you have projects that would benefit from IT Research and Innovation services, we’d love to collaborate with you to understand your problem, evaluate possible approaches, and co-design an optimal solution.
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Meet Our Extended Reality Team
Discover the team driving extended reality innovations at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
DISCOVERYx 2017
DISCOVERYx is a TEDx-inspired event that showcases ten presenters sharing their “story behind discovery” here at Nationwide Children’s. This year's events was held on June 23, 2017.
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Center for Cancer Genomics at the National Cancer Institute (NCI CCG) Project Team
The BCR is a laboratory and biorepository within the Biopathology Center (BPC) that supports multiple cancer genomics projects for the Center for Cancer Genomics (CCG) at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) and other contracted entities.
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BB and Paintball Guns
Nonpowder firearms have long been marketed to children and teenagers as toys or “starter” firearms and include BB, pellet, airsoft, and paintball guns.
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Inflatable Bouncer Safety
Inflatable bouncers can be a source of fun and entertainment for children. However, they can also lead to serious injuries, such as broken bones and concussions.
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Motor Vehicle Crashes
Motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of injuries among adults and children in the United States. Every 15 minutes in the U.S. one person is killed and 66 are treated in an ER.
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Cheerleading Safety
Many cheerleaders are injured while practicing and performing each year in the US. With proper training, rules and spotting, however, many of these injuries can be prevented.
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Playground Safety Children Younger Than 6 Years
More than 213,000 children are treated in emergency departments in the U.S. for playground-related injuries each year.
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Soccer
Soccer is more popular in the United States than ever before and it is a great way to get kids outside and staying active. However, as with any sport, there is a risk of injury.
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Window Blinds
Young children are quick, curious, and unable to recognize danger. Many parents underestimate these factors. There is a misperception that if we just watch our kids carefully, they will be safe. But even the best parent in the world cannot watch their child every second of every day.
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Football Injuries
Football safety equipment should include a helmet with a NOCSAE seal, mouth guards, shoulder pads, football pants with pads, and football shoes with cleats.
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Lacrosse Safety
Like many school sports, lacrosse is a good way to stay active and have fun. Coaches, officials, athletic trainers, parents, and players can all help keep athletes safe.
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High School RIO™
High School RIO™ is the internet-based data collection tool used in the National High School Sports-Related Injury Surveillance Study. This study was first implemented during the 2005/06 academic year and has been maintained annually.
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RIO™ Publications
The following is a list of peer-review scientific manuscripts based on data from the National High School Sports Injury Surveillance System for the 2005-06, 2006-07 and 2007-08 academic years data. Kerr ZY, Casa DJ, Marshall SW, and Comstock RD.
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Winter Sports
Winter can be a time of great fun. However, these activities can lead to injuries. Following a few safety tips can help you and your family have a fun and safe winter.
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Gymnastics
Although gymnastics is a popular sport in the US, it continues to be overlooked in terms of potential for injury while having one of the highest injury rates of all girls’ sports.
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Amusement Ride-Related Injuries Infographic
From May to September each year, an average of 20 children per day are treated for amusement ride injuries across the US.
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Weight Training
People of all ages enjoy weight training as a way to get and stay in shape. Unfortunately, as the popularity of the activity has increased, so has the number of injuries.
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Basketball Injuries
Basketball is a popular youth sport in the United States. The large participation numbers, though, mean that thousands of children are injured in practices and games every year.
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Sports Injury
Sports-related injuries are common in the US among adolescents. If your child participates in any of these sports, be sure to take the proper precautions.
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Concussions
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury. It is caused by a blow to the head or to the body that puts large forces on the brain. Common causes of concussions include car or ATV crashes, falls (especially from playground equipment or bikes), and sports-related collisions (with other athletes, the ball, the ground, or equipment).
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Horse-Related Injuries
Caring for and riding horses are popular activities in the U.S., but both can lead to injuries. Horse-related injuries can be particularly severe and often require treatment in emergency departments.
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Water Beads
Water beads can be appealing to children and adults because they’re colorful and look fun. But they can be dangerous around young children and people with developmental delays.
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Laundry Detergent Packets
Laundry detergent packets are small packets of detergent that can be tossed straight into a washing machine. They are a quick way to use the right amount of detergent without measuring.
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Teen Driving
Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teens 14 and older. Researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s have done extensive research on teen driving, including graduated driver licensing (GDL) laws: Uncovering the mechanisms of how GDL reduces
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RIO™ Study Reports
To view the latest study reports, please visit The Pediatric Injury Prevention, Education, and Research (PIPER) Program at the Colorado School of Public Health. Below are links to the annual summary reports from the National High School Sports-Related Injury Surveillance Study.
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Shopping Cart Safety
Parents take their children with them on shopping trips every day. Knowing the risks and following shopping cart safety tips can help to prevent injuries while at the store.
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Smoke Alarm Study
The objective of this study is to determine the key smoke alarm characteristics that result in successful awakening of children and prompt their rapid escape.
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NEISS
The National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) is a statistically valid, injury surveillance system operated by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
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Fireplace Safety
Whether you’re roasting chestnuts or just enjoying the warm glow, fireplaces can help make a home warm and cozy. To a baby, toddler, or young child, flames in a fireplace are a new thing they want to explore.
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Ice Hockey
Ice hockey is a popular winter sport in the United States. However, there are more than 20,000 ice hockey-related injuries seen in U.S. emergency departments each year.
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Sledding Safety
Sledding and tubing can be a great way to enjoy winter weather. Taking a few safety measures can help keep you and your kids safe on the hills this winter.
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Columbus Youth Helmet Ordinance
In the city of Columbus, children younger than 18 years of age are required by law to wear a helmet when they are participating in wheeled sports. Violators may be issued a citation.
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Sports-Related Concussion
Researchers in the Center for Injury Research and Policy work on multi-disciplinary teams to investigate several factors related to sports-related concussion including concussion legislation, recovery from concussion, and concussion education and awareness.
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Baseball-Related Injury
While baseball is a great way for people of all ages to get out and get some exercise, injuries can and do occur. Taking a few precautions will help reduce the chance of injury.
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Dance Related Injuries by the Numbers
Dance is a beautiful form of expression, but it could be physically taxing and strenuous on the human body, particularly for children and adolescents 3 to 19 years of age.
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Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as “any activity that diverts attention from driving, including talking or texting on your phone, eating and drinking, talking to people in your vehicle, fiddling with the stereo, entertainment or
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Diving Safety
More than 6,500 children and adolescents are treated for diving-related injuries annually. The leading cause of youth diving injuries is collision with the diving board or platform.
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USA-China Agricultural Injury Research Training Project Success Stories
The overall goal of the USA-China Agricultural Injury Research Training Project is to increase training and research related to agricultural injuries in China.
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Waterskiing & Wakeboarding
Thousands of water skiers and wake boarders are treated in emergency departments across the US every year. It is important to learn how be safe before you head out onto the water.
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Golf Cart Safety
The growing number of golf-cart related injuries has become a concern. The following tips will help keep both drivers and passengers safe while they are using golf carts.
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Walking Safely
Walking is a great way to get exercise and enjoy the outdoors. However, kids have a hard time identifying danger and can be seriously injured or killed by cars.
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Skiing & Snowboarding
Skiing and snowboarding are great ways to spend time outdoors during the winter months. Taking a few safety measures can help you have fun and be safe.
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Baby Walkers
Many parents believe baby walkers offer their children entertainment, promote walking, and provide a safe baby activity while parents are busy doing something else. However, none of these assumptions are true.
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Holiday Road Safety
Holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year on the road. Throughout this time of year, car safety is impacted by last-minute shoppers, social visits and unpredictable weather.
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Midwest Injury Prevention Alliance
The purpose of MIPA is to promote the development and sharing of injury prevention planning, evaluation, education and policy strategies, training, research and other initiatives.
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Distracted Driving Study
Dr. Motao Zhu is recruiting for a project about distracted driving. The project will last 6 months, during which an app will be installed on your phone and a camera will be installed in your car.
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High School RIO™ Press Releases
To view or print any of the High School RIO™ press releases, click on the title. New National Study Examines Concussion Management in High School Sports - December 1, 2010 Football Injuries in U.S.
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Meet Our Team
Dr. Gary Smith is a professor of Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine and Epidemiology at The Ohio State University. He is founder and director of the Center for Injury Research and Policy of the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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June 2011
Dr. Paul Martin discusses how the CMAH gene deletion in the mdx mouse model of duchenne muscular dystrophy helps better mimic the more severe aspects of DMD.
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News and Announcements
Stay up to date with the latest news coming out of the Office of Technology Commercialization.
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Amplifying Copy Numbers to Reduce SMA Severity
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a collection of different muscle diseases characterized by the selective loss of motor neurons in the spinal cord. Grouped together, SMA is the second leading cause of neuromuscular disease and is the leading genetic cause of death in infants and toddlers.
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Gene Therapy Going Strong
Gene Therapy Collaborative Group Targets Neuromuscular Disease At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, gene therapy strategies to reverse or prevent damage caused by muscle-wasting diseases are gaining strength, especially in animal models of human disease.
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Replacing Missing Genes
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is the most common life-threatening childhood form of muscular dystrophy. It is characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles and caused by a mutation in the dystrophin gene.
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Circulating "Good" Genes Body-Wide
While Muscle Group members are discovering new targets for drug development, progress will continue to be stunted if the drug can’t reach the central nervous system, a primary player in neuromuscular diseases.
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Protein Acts as Antagonist to Strengthen Muscle
Another approach to improving the health of patients with neuromuscular diseases is to treat the life-threatening effects of the diseases, most notably the muscle degeneration that destroys patients’ ability to walk and ultimately takes their lives.
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Preventing Muscle Damage Caused by Inflammation
While myostatin blocks muscle differentiation and growth, inflammation contributes to muscle death in neuromuscular diseases. In muscular dystrophy, the immune process is heightened, which contributes to chronic inflammation that kills muscle cells.
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Surrogate Genes Help Shield the Muscle
While dystrophin and alpha-sarcoglycan gene replacement focus on replacing mutated genes, Muscle Group studies have also shown value in some existing “healthy” genes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions around technology commercialization.
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Startups
Learn more about our startups that began with research and innovation at Nationwide Children’s.
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Transfer to Transform 2025
Transfer to Transform, published annually online and in print, shares the story of Technology Commercialization at Nationwide Children's — a story of bold thinkers, exciting new technologies and job-producing startups.
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Myology Course Archive
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Early Detection and Personalizing Treatments
While gene therapy techniques continue to develop and show promise for successful application in humans, emphasis is equally being put on early intervention.
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Technology Development Fund
The Technology Development Fund provides pre-commercial development support for fast-track proof of concept development/validation work.
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September 2010
Dr. Federica Montanaro discusses cardiomyopathy in becker muscular dystrophy.
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September 2011
Dr. Jill Rafael-Fortney discusses the effects of Lisinopril and Spironolactone on DMD mice.
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March 2013
Dr. Louise Rodino-Klapac discusses alpha 7 integrin as A therapeutic approach to muscular dystrophy.
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November 2013
Dr. Louis Chicoine discusses the effect of plasmapheresis in removal of AAV antibodies for gene therapy.
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Rashnonejad Lab Staff
Learn more about principal investigator Afrooz Rashnonejad, MSc, PhD, and her dynamic team in the Rashnonejad Lab.
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Rasmussen Lab Staff
Under the direction of Sara Rasmussen, MD, PhD, the Rasmussen Lab is dedicated to investigating the role that Human Endogenous Retrovirus K (HERV-K) has in the cellular transcriptome of pediatric tumors.
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Opioid Safety
While opioids are an effective option for pain relief following surgery or for the treatment of a chronic condition, they can also lead to addictive behavior and substance abuse problems if not properly managed and stored. Nationwide Children’s is dedicated to providing education and resources to help patients, parents and physicians safely prescribe, use, and dispose of opioids.
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Cleft Palate Surgery
Cleft palate surgery is typically performed on infants that are between 6 and 18 months of age. Since the primary goal of repairing the palate is to avoid any abnormal speech development, the surgery is scheduled before the child develops much speech.
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Craniofacial Orthodontics
Facial differences caused by a genetic condition can impact a child’s physical, social and emotional development. The Nationwide Children’s Orthodontic Treatment Program offers a compassionate approach to comprehensive care, provided by experts who understand the dental development of
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Speech Treatment
The majority of children born with cleft palate will need speech-language therapy at some point in their life. A speech-language pathologist provides speech-language therapy, which may be in the medical setting, school setting, private clinic, or home-based intervention program.
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Cleft Lip Surgery
The goal of cleft lip surgery is to restore normal appearance and function to the upper lip. Cleft lip surgery is usually recommended at three to four months of life.
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Eczema Wet Dressings
For severe cases of eczema, your child’s health care provider may recommend wet dressings to treat his or her skin. Wet dressings are safe. They help to relieve itching, heal the skin and help the creams or ointments to be more effective.
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Sun Protection for Children
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends that all kids wear a broad spectrum, waterproof sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or higher.
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Wart Treatment
Over-the-counter salicylic acid is a commonly used medication to treat your warts. The salicylic acid is slowly and painlessly absorbed into the skin causing peeling of the skin cells that contain the wart virus.
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Pulsed Dye Laser
A PDL uses a beam of yellow light to target abnormal blood vessels in the skin. The light changes into heat that causes the red color from blood vessels to fade.
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Phototherapy
Who can benefit from phototherapy? Phototherapy benefits many patients with skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and vitiligo.
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Eczema Bleach Baths
Taking a mild bleach bath can help stop skin infections and help prevent severe eczema flares.
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Excimer Laser Therapy
It is a laser beam that uses ultraviolet B (UVB) light to treat the affected areas of skin.
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Acne Washes
Our team has compiled a list of skin washes used to treat acne. These are sold at most drug stores and you are able to buy them without a prescription.
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Single-Sport or Multi-Sport Participation
As your youth athlete explores sports— and may even show interest in specializing in a particular sport— how do you know whether single-sport or multi-sport participation is best for their development?
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The Mental Benefits of Exercise
What do you do when you are stressed out? Feeling sad? Overwhelmed? Learn about some of the mental benefits of exercise.
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Swimming Stroke Evaluations
Swimmers experiencing pain or other symptoms may benefit from a swimming stroke evaluation.
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Hamstring Strains - Treatment and Rehabilitation
Hamstring strains are commonly associated with sports that involve sprinting. They are one of the most common non-contact injuries in football, soccer and other running sports. Learn more about treating hamstring strains.
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Pitch Counts and Throwing Injury Prevention
Pitch counts are a set number of pitches that a player is allowed to throw in a given game or week. They are an important tool to prevent overuse injury for youth baseball players. Learn more about pitch counts and throwing injury prevention.
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Women's Health Program
Pelvic muscle rehabilitation focuses on improving function and addressing dysfunction of the musculature surrounding the pelvis. The goal is to stretch and strengthen pelvic muscles to help decrease pain, improve core strength, and return to sports, recreational and daily activities.
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Runner's Clinic
Our Runner’s Clinic is a great resource for cross country and track athletes with repetitive stress injuries, as well as runners with specific recurring symptoms.
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START Program
The START Program focuses on educating teenagers on proper exercise performance to live healthier lifestyles.
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Vestibular Rehabilitation
Vestibular Rehabilitation focuses on improving the relationship between the inner ear, brain, eyes, muscles and nerves. This type of therapy is typically used with post-concussion patients.
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Throwing Evaluations
Softball and baseball athletes ages 10+ who suffer from pain or weakness during overhead throwing activities benefit from our throwing evaluations.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner Fellowship faculty.
Community Resource Directory
The Community Behavioral Health Resource Directory helps connect providers with behavioral and mental health resources. The directory helps you locate nearby providers with services that address your patients’ needs.
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What is Sleep Hygiene?
We all know how important it is to wash our hands, clean our bodies and brush our teeth to maintain good hygiene. But did you know we need to make sure our sleep habits are ‘clean’, too?
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Welcome Home
The Welcome Home project is a specialized program for teens transitioning from inpatient behavioral health care to outpatient care. The project provides teens with evidence-informed programming provided electronically through a combination of online tools and care coordination support.
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Triple P Event Submission
Organizations can use this form to submit an upcoming Triple P event.
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Behavioral Health Integration Program
The Behavioral Health Integration Program supports community primary care practices who want to integrate behavioral health clinicians within their practice.
Educational and Clinical Resources
Access educational behavioral health resources for your patients and clinical tools for your practice.
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Courier Services and Specimen Transport
Daily courier service for routine and STAT pick-up of specimens is available to clients in our service area. For clients located outside of our service area, courier arrangements will be made with the most efficient courier such as Federal Express, United Parcel Service, U.S. Mail or ground courier.
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Become a Client
If you would like us to contact you regarding becoming one of our valued clients, this page will allow you to fill out our new client form.
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What to Expect
What to bring and how to prepare for a visit to one of our convenient lab services locations.
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S.A.F.E. Program
We want to help create an optimal experience in an environment that is both calm and safe as possible. Learn about the S.A.F.E program.
Hematology Flow Cytometry Lab
The Hematology Flow Cytometry Lab in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provides clinical flow cytometry services, focusing on hematological malignancies such as lymphoma and leukemia.
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Patient Test Result Reporting
Nationwide Children's Laboratory Services provides easy access to patient results
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Anatomic Pathology Consultation
Need to request a path consult? Access the consultation form and stains menu.
Patient Experience Survey
Customer Service is a top priority. Please complete the following survey.
Biochemical Genetics Laboratory
The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Biochemical Genetics Laboratory provides esoteric testing for the diagnosis and monitoring of complex genetic disorders. The laboratory focuses on the validation and implementation of new biochemical genetics testing through robust research and development.
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Anatomic Pathology Services
Learn more about the Anatomic Pathology services offered at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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NEXT Consortium
The NEXT Consortium is a collaborative research model that unites multiple research centers with the goal of expediting the most advanced treatments in the shortest time frame possible in pediatric oncology, hematology and bone marrow transplant.
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I.C.A.R.E.
I.C.A.R.E. is a mnemonic created to condense the intricacies of tasks performed by Clinical Research Coordinators into five critical steps. These five steps are standardized across various key tasks, such as Informed Consent discussions and Adverse Event documentation and reporting.
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Meeting Space Rentals at Our Education Center
Uniquely suited to host educational programs, meetings, symposia and classes for both professionals and the public, colleges and community groups, we offer an environment conducive to meet your learning needs.
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Ohio Personal Responsibility Education Program (PREP) District 3 and 5
Find the answers to all of your questions about the Personal Responsibility Education Program - PREP.
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Conference Center
The two-story Conference Center, located on Nationwide Children's Main Campus, is ready to host your next meeting. This beautiful new facility has flexible and open spaces to meet your needs.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about our Cancer Genetics Clinic team.
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FAQs
Having clear answers is often the first and most important step. Check out some frequently asked questions.
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Outpatient Care Clinic
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation recommends at least 4 quarterly visits per year to evaluate cystic fibrosis. This includes a multi-disciplinary approach of providing care at several levels.
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Home Therapy
Most cystic fibrosis patients prefer to be at home rather than in the hospital. When our patients need IV antibiotics and it has been approved by our team, it is possible to have treatment at home.
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Limb Difference Clinic
The Limb Difference Clinic offers patients the broad resources and expertise of our entire hospital, while also having the attention of a subspecialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation and community prosthetists and orthotists who specialize in care of pediatric patients with limb differences.
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Resources for Families
We have complied a list of resources for families dealing with cystic fibrosis both locally and nationally.
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Cystic Fibrosis and Depression
Individuals diagnosed with a chronic medical illness, such as Cystic Fibrosis, are at increased risk of experiencing depression and anxiety.
Meet Our Team
Unlike many orthopedic offices that offer limb lengthening and deformity correction as a small part of their larger practice, the Center for Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction at Nationwide Children’s Hospital specializes exclusively in this field.
Meet Our Team
Meet the Center for Comprehensive Spine Care team.
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Transition Program
The Cystic Fibrosis Transition Program is designed to help children and adolescents with cystic fibrosis develop the skills needed to successfully transition into being healthy, independent adults.
Meet Our Team
We offer a multidisciplinary treatment care team including physicians, nurses, dieticians, social workers, pharmacists and respiratory therapists.
Services We Offer
Learn more about the various services offered at the Cystic Fibrosis Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Shaping the Future of Cystic Fibrosis Care
Learn more about how the Section of Pulmonary Medicine is leading the way in the advancement of clinical care and research for patients with cystic fibrosis.
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Multidisciplinary Services
Our Cystic Fibrosis Center is made up of several groups involved in cystic fibrosis care including physicians, nurses, nutrition, social work, respiratory therapy and genetics.
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Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Program
The Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Program follows patients from diagnosis through transition to our Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program.
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Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program
The Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program was established to provide for the care of those with cystic fibrosis as they enter and progress through their adult years.
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Cystic Fibrosis and Mental Health
Learn more and find resources for children dealing with cystic fibrosis and a mental health diagnosis.
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The Surgery
In order to determine if surgery is the best treatment for a Jeune's patient, thorough assessments are made by each specialist with our Jeune's team.
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After the Surgery
Our nurses, social workers, case managers and your child's physician team are always available to answer any questions you might have about your child's long-term care.
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Are We Right For You?
When determining if bringing your child to Nationwide Children's Hospital for assessment is the right choice, it is critical to review and understand our expertise in this area, and to then discuss it with your child's doctor.
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Medical Tutorial
Treatment for all Jeune's patients begins with a series of tests by our multidisciplinary team of Jeune's specialists. Less severe cases of Jeune's are typically then treated with various forms of medical support for the lungs.
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Hester Lab
The Hester Lab utilizes a multidisciplinary approach in our research that encompasses genomic medicine, neuroscience, stem cell biology, biochemistry and molecular genetics to investigate the dynamic nature of the developing brain both in the context of health and neurological disease.
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Clinical Laboratory
The Steve and Cindy Rasmussen Institute for Genomic Medicine (IGM) Clinical Laboratory at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provides a variety of cytogenetic and molecular genetic tests for genetic conditions and cancers.
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Lauber Lab
The Lauber Lab examines how microbes affect health. Maturation of the microbiome in children is important for maintaining healthy host-microbe interactions throughout life.
Meet Our Team
Our experts provide the personalized care that each person needs, while working to eliminate the damage that family violence costs society as a whole.
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Stottmann Lab
The long-term goals of the Stottmann Lab are to understand the genes and molecular mechanisms guiding normal development of both the brain and face.
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Wedemeyer Lab
The Wedemeyer Laboratory seeks to apply state of the art genomics technologies to better understand common neurosurgical disease processes in children and improve the overall neurosurgical care for the children in our community.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Surgical Oncology Clinic faculty.
Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Team
Learn more about the team of experts on our Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant team.
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Transplant Guide
Check out a compiled list of answers to the questions we hear most often about lung and heart-lung transplant.
Meet Our Team
Each Teen and Pregnant (TaP) staff member has a unique role in helping meet our patients' needs. Meet the Teen & Pregnant team.
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Teen and Pregnant (TaP) Patient Journey
Learn what to expect at TaP visits during the first, second and third trimester, as well as after delivery.
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Teen and Pregnant (TaP) Resources
We compiled a list of resources for new and expecting mothers.
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Centering Pregnancy
The CenteringPregnancy program brings together women who are at similar stages of pregnancy to meet, learn care skills and participate in group discussions.
Multimedia
What to Expect at Your Child's Sleep Study
Sleep studies are often ordered to find out if a child has problems breathing while asleep. Find out if what to expect for your child.
Meet Our Team
Whatever the cause, the Sleep Disorders Program at Nationwide Children's Hospital can comprehensively evaluate patients and make appropriate treatment recommendations.
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Sleep Apnea CPAP
Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a medical problem in which a person’s air flow is blocked only during sleep.
Meet Our Team
Our nationally recognized team offers children and their families comprehensive care.
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Research and Innovation
Our current clinical research includes assessment of surgical outcomes, the Americleft Outcomes Project and studies investigating early speech-language development in infants with cleft palate.
Meet Our Team
Specialists in hematology, oncology and BMT partner with surgeons and other experts to provide comprehensive treatment for the whole child.
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Solving Kids' Cancer Podcasts
Listen to Division Chief Dr. Timothy P. Cripe, MD, PhD and his colleagues as they explore various topics about pediatric cancer research through their podcast.
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Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy is focused on harnessing and manipulating the natural ability of the immune system to fight cancers.
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Regional Outpatient Clinics
We are dedicated to providing comprehensive care, including diagnosis, treatment, long-term management and related services at our regional locations.
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About Us
We offer world-class diagnostic, treatment and research facilities that provide comprehensive, multi-disciplinary care for our patients.
Support Services
The following are resources to help your family during your time at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Adult Cleft Lip and Palate Program
This program is an ideal place for those who may have felt frustrated by the lack of services available to adult patients.
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Download Our Cleft Lip and Palate Guide
Developed by the Cleft Palate Team at Nationwide Children's, this guide will show you what to expect so you can be an informed and proactive participant in your child’s care.
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School Health Professional Development
We provide professional development, training and consultation services to healthcare partners, school districts and local and state governments to develop integrated models of school health.
Meet Our Team
Meet the BC4Teens team.
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For Parents
Parents play a key role in educating children and providing support to prevent unplanned teen pregnancies. Check out resources for you.
Resources
Birth control options. Birth control myths. Access contraceptive resources for teens and parents.
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BMT At A Glance
The goal of the BMT Program is to provide comprehensive, compassionate care while advancing the field of hematopoietic cell transplantation through research that makes a difference in a patient’s life.
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BMT School Services
School is one of the most important aspects in the life of a child or adolescent. After a bone marrow transplant your child will not attend school until immune recovery.
Meet Our Team
Behind every patient is a compassionate team of doctors, nurses, researchers, therapists, social workers and support staff, all focused on providing individualized care and support.
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For Providers
Whether you’re seeking the latest birth control option information or resources to help patients make confident contraceptive decisions, our provider resources can assist.
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Patient Education Series
The ACHD Patient Education Series focuses on issues that face adolescent and adults with congenital heart disease and provides valuable information from the country's leading experts.
Autism Spectrum Disorders Blog Library
The 700 Children’s blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. This collection of blogs includes information to help you navigate Autism Spectrum Disorders and related treatments for your child.
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Complex Behavior Program
Our Complex Behavior Program provides caregivers and providers with effective strategies to help children reduce their dangerous or problematic behavior patterns and build coping skills.
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Well Connected: BMT at Nationwide Children's Hospital
As the pediatric affiliate of the NCI-designated OSUCCC-James, the BMT Program at Nationwide Children’s is connected to one of the premier adult cancer institutions in the country, thus enabling an unrivaled continuum of care.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about director Curt Daniels, MD, and his team of experts in the Adolescent & Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program.
Meet Our Team
The Motility Center care team includes physicians, surgeons, psychologists, nurse practictioners, researchers, and dietitians to treat childhood digestive disorders.
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Fetal Cardiac Intervention
Fetal Cardiac Intervention specializes in detection and treatment of fetal cardiac defects in infants still in the womb.
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Autism Care Network
The Autism Speaks Autism Care Network is a network that works to develop the most effective approach to medical care for children and adolescents affected by autism.
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Early Screening and Diagnosis
With early and intensive interventions, children with autism can make remarkable progress in all areas. Learn about early screening and diagnosis.
Meet Our Team
Meet the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders Team.
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Caregiver Services
The Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders provides training services for parents/caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
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Community Outreach and Support Services
We provide education classes for parents/guardians, caregivers, autism aides and siblings of children with autism and other developmental delays.
Resources for Professionals
Access resources for professionals.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Spina Bifida Program team.
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Co-Treatment Outpatient Program
The Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program's Co-Treatment Outpatient Program is for children with complex feeding difficulties who have tried traditional outpatient feeding therapies and have made limited progress in oral-motor skill development, with a child’s behaviors being a main barrier.
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Evaluation Clinic
The Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provides a comprehensive assessment of children with feeding difficulties. The Evaluation Clinic provides basic feeding recommendations and coordinates appropriate follow up for your child.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Access frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Feeding Clinic and Intensive Feeding Program.
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Resources for Families
From hearing loss information and early intervention to modes of communication and equipment troubleshooting, our Audiology team compiled a list of resources to support you and your family.
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Intensive Feeding Track
The Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program's Intensive Feeding Track is an intensive outpatient treatment option. It is for children with feeding difficulties who have tried traditional outpatient therapies and have not fully achieved their feeding goals.
Meet Our Team
Your child receives comprehensive care delivered by our team of developmental and behavioral pediatricians and advanced nurse practitioners in partnership with other health care professionals.
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Our Clinics
We provide high quality, accessible care for children with emotional, behavioral and developmental disorders. Learn about our clinics and specialty programs.
Meet Our Team
Our team is a piece of the puzzle in multidisciplinary care, providing the nutrition building blocks for best outcomes.
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Concussions and Headaches
Learn about the symptoms of a concussion and when to seek medical attention.
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Headache Causes and Advice
Learn how adults can help children make changes to decrease or get rid of headache triggers.
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Kidney Transplant Health Tips for Teens
Kidney transplant patients can lead full and healthy lives. Following these tips will help transplant patients avoid complications after surgery.
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Kidney Transplant Infection and Rejection
Learn what your immune system does and how you can help protect yourself against a rejection episode after a kidney transplant.
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Speak With Our Team
Questions? Concerns? Contact the Center for Complex Craniofacial Disorders team.
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Trauma Program Report
Our program's multidisciplinary approach allows us to provide trauma patients with exceptional care and serves as a resource for injury prevention and education for central Ohio and beyond. Learn more in our program report.
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Trauma Education
The Trauma Program provides education to health care providers as well as children and families in our community.
Services We Offer
Comprehensive resources combined with the expertise in congenital diseases allows Nationwide Children's to provide a unique depth of services for the unique and complex population of adolescents and adults with congenital heart disease.
Resources for Families
We have compiled helpful resources for parents and children including a medical glossary and articles about nutrition.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Allergy & Immunology team.
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Medicines After Kidney Transplant
Taking your medicines and understanding what each one does will help keep your new kidney healthy.
Resources for Professionals
The Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition has developed several tools intended to provide primary care physicians with practical guidance on the approach to the obese child.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about the experts at the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition.
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Programs & Services
As a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, we provide comprehensive care for children with severe injuries through a wide array of services.
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Health Care After Kidney Transplant
It is very important to take care of yourself after a kidney transplant. These guidelines will help you understand what to expect and how to live a healthy live post-transplant.
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Resources for Patients
At Nationwide Children's, we've created an online community for our patients and potential patients. Learn about upcoming support groups, past events and enroll in our patient education series.
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Psychosocial Services
When a child is born with a cleft lip and/or palate or any craniofacial condition, the emotional health and well-being of the child and family are just as important as the child’s medical care.
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Transitional Care Clinic
The Transitional Care Clinic offers CCPR patients the opportunity to gradually prepare for the world of adult healthcare.
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What To Expect: CCPR
Learn what to expect before, during and after your visit at the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction.
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Resources for Patients
From preparing for the first visit to ongoing care, the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction offers helpful resources for patients.
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Caring for Children Through All Stages of Life
Because of the complexity of many conditions related to the colon and rectum, some children require care throughout many lifetime milestones.
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Newborn Evaluation
CCPR doctors will conduct a newborn evaluation to determine how best to treat your baby's anorectal malformation.
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Primary Newborn Repair
The primary newborn repair surgery may vary based on the severity and complexity of your baby's anorectal malformation.
CCPR Blog Library
Conditions of the colon and rectum are complicated. Some children need lifelong care and parents need resources to help. Nationwide Children’s is here through it all. This collection of blogs includes information to help you navigate CCPR and related treatments for your child.
Colorectal Physician Referral
Refer a patient to the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction.
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NeuroNEXT SMA Study
The NeuroNEXT program makes it feasible to evaluate promising therapies for neurological disorders.
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What to Expect
Learn more about our services, what to expect during your first appointments, and how to schedule and check in for your appointment.
Meet Our Team
Our team includes professionals in speech-language pathology, plastic surgery, otolaryngology, genetics, dentistry/orthodontics and psychology.
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CESOT
Leading evidence-based transplant care and research to achieve optimal outcomes for adult and pediatric transplant recipients.
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Surgical Treatment Options
Surgery is a local therapy that involves the surgical removal of all or part of the cancer. Often, surgery is used with chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.
Meet Our Team
At the Bone Clinic, we strive to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and quality care as we work towards our goal of improving children’s bone health
Meet Our Team
Meet the Turner Syndrome Clinic team.
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Refer a Patient
Complete this form to refer a patient to the Fetal Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Video Library
Learn more about how Nationwide Children's is caring for our tiniest patients, meet members of the team and hear from families who have received care from Nationwide Children’s.
Meet Our Team
The Concussion Center includes a team of sports medicine, physical medicine and rehabilitation, neurology, psychology, physical therapy and athletic training specialists to best manage pediatric concussions.
Epilepsy Surgery Team
Meet the Epilepsy Surgery specialists and clinicians.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Fetal Center team.
Meet Our Team
Meet the Genetic and Genomic Medicine team at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Team
The Aerodigestive Disorders Clinic brings together specialists including otolaryngologists, pulmonologists and gastroenterologists to treat conditions of the airway and upper digestive tract.
Services We Offer
Learn more about the programs, diagnostic capabilities and treatment options offered by the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition.
Treatments
Our therapeutic capabilities are some of the most advanced in the world. From the child with rumination syndrome or gastroparesis to those with food allergies or constipation, we are blazing the trail to best possible outcomes for our patients.
Locations
The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition holds outpatient clinics on the main campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, as well as at other convenient locations around Ohio.
Resources for Professionals
Whether referring a patient or searching for practice tools, we have the resources to make working with Nationwide Children's as simple as possible.
Programs
The Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition offers a number of specialized programs dedicated to the specific needs of our patients and their families.
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Pancreatic Function Testing
Sometimes it is important to measure the amount of the enzymes that gets into the small intestine. This is done at the time of an upper endoscopy.
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Capsule Endoscopy
Noninvasive capsule endoscopy allows for visualization of the lining of the small intestine in areas of the intestine which cannot be seen with standard endoscopy.
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Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a test that allows the doctor to look directly at the lining of the large intestine (colon) using a long flexible tube that has a light and video chip at the end (colonoscope).
Meet Our Team
Our licensed massage therapists help promote healing through the power of relaxation and massage.
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Proctoscopy
A proctoscopy is a test that allows the doctor to look directly at the lining of the rectum using a flexible tube that has a light and video chip at the end.
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pH Probe Impedance
These tests are used to measure how often material refluxes from the stomach back into the esophagus (gastroesophageal reflux).
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Sigmoidoscopy
A sigmoidoscopy is a test that allows the doctor to look directly at the lining of the lower end of the large intestine using a flexible tube that has a light and video chip at the end.
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Upper Endoscopy
An upper endoscopy is a test that allows your child’s doctor to examine the lining of the esophagus (swallowing tube), stomach, and duodenum (first part of the small intestine).
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Our Clinics
Massage Therapy maintains clinics on the main campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital and at other locations in Ohio.
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Banding of Esophageal Varices
Sometimes varices can bleed or be at high risk of bleeding. One way to control this is to put a “band” on the vein so that it clots and then will not bleed.
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Botox Injection (Anal Sphincter and Pyloric Sphincters)
Your child’s doctor may recommend Botox® injection of the anal sphincter under selected circumstances, such as when the child is having difficulty with stooling.
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Percutaneous Gastrostomy (PEG) Tube Placement & Care
Some children need a tube placed in their stomach to allow them to get adequate nutrition if they cannot take in enough by mouth or if they have a swallowing problem.
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Esophageal Dilatation
Sometimes a child can develop narrowing in the esophagus (swallowing tube) that requires dilatation (stretching) to allow for easy passage of food and liquids.
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Double Balloon Enteroscopy (DBE)
Double balloon enteroscopy (DBE) allows for direct visualization of the entire small intestine with the ability to obtain biopsies, to remove polyps, or to treat a bleeding site.
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C-13 Urea for Helicobacter
One test that can be used to look for infection with H. pylori is a C-13 breath test, where your child is given a special drink and then will be asked to blow into a bag.
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Sclerosis of Esophageal Varices
Sclerotherapy is performed by injecting a medication into the varix that causes it to scar. If the varix is scarred, it cannot bleed.
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Breath Testing
Hydrogen breath testing is used to evaluate several different GI problems including intolerance of various sugars and overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine.
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Polypectomy
Polyps are relatively common in children. As part of both the evaluation and treatment of polyps, they are removed endoscopically by polypectomy.
Diagnostic Procedures
The diagnostic capabilities of the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition are some of the most advanced in the world. The use of flexible probes, called endoscopes or colonoscopes, has facilitated the diagnosis of many GI diseases.
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Colonic Manometry
Colonic manometry is a type of test used to study how the colon is working.
Connect with Us
Whether you’re looking for treatment, a second opinion, or just want to speak with our team about possible solutions, contact our team today. Complete the form below or call (614) 722-4086 and the CCPR Center team will be in touch with you.
STARRS-PC
Many pediatric primary care providers do not routinely screen their patients for suicide risk. However, research has shown primary care clinics are an important setting for youth suicide prevention.
Methods Core
This group addresses methodological and statistical challenges that impede progress toward effectively reducing the youth suicide rate. The overall goal of the MC is to strengthen the rigor, quality, and implementation success of the research projects within ASPIRES while simultaneously developing
Community Advisory Board
The Community Advisory Board was formed to advise the center, assess progress and accomplishments, and help strategize. The Community Advisory Board will be comprised of a diverse group of key stakeholders to bring distinct viewpoints relevant to enhancing practice-based suicide prevention
Scientific Advisory Board
Edwin Boudreaux, PhD Dr. Boudreaux is a clinical psychologist and Professor in the departments of Emergency Medicine, Psychiatry, and Population and Quantitative Health Sciences at UMass Chan Medical School.
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Endoscopic Ultrasound
When a child has pain or disease in the digestive tract, an ultrasound camera on the end of a tiny tube can be fed through the mouth to create high-quality images of the problem from the inside of the body.
Diagnostic Procedures
The moments surrounding your child's diagnosis can be a stressful and confusing time. We have provided definitions of our most common diagnostic procedures with links to more detailed resources.
Animation Library
The Heart Center has created a number of educational animations to help our patients understand their heart conditions and the procedures we perform to treat them.
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Heart Month
February is dedicated to increasing awareness for conditions that effect hearts of all sizes, both congenital and acquired heart disease and defects.
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Social Workers
At The Heart Center social workers are included in the interdisciplinary health care team. The social worker’s role is to assist families with the social, emotional and financial issues of having a family member with a heart condition.
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Clinical Services Team
The Heart Center Clinical Services Team is a highly specialized group of nursing and allied health professionals.
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Outcomes Data
Our multidisciplinary team model at The Heart Center enables our team to constantly monitor quality of care and patient safety pre- and post-surgery to assure the best possible outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When you or your child are diagnosed with a heart condition you are sure to have questions. Our experts answer some of the most commonly asked questions about heart disease.
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Day For Hearts
Celebrate the super hero in you! Join us as we celebrate all our wonderful patients and heart families at the 2019 Day for Hearts Celebration. We hope your family can attend for an evening of crafts, games, and much more.
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What to Expect
Learn what to expect during your stay with us at The Heart Center at Nationwide Children's — from admission to discharge.
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Physician Team
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Salivary Gland Ablation
Prior to advancements at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, there were no successful interventional radiological (minimally invasive) therapies for ranulas and sialorrhea. The need for salivary gland ablation treatment was recognized, so our interventional radiologists developed a new procedure.
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Sclerotherapy of Orbital Slow Flow Malformations: A 15 year Single Center Experience
Authors James Murakami Daniel Straka Jeremy Tan Amanda Gibson Jill Foster Cameron Nabavi Craig Czyz Kenneth Cahill Purpose Present our core techniques for sclerotherapy of orbital slow-flow malformations Present our 15 year experience with sclerotherapy of orbital slow-flow vascular malformations
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Large Cyst Treatment
For large cysts, a catheter can be placed entirely within the cyst to completely decompress it and temporarily fill it with sclerosant(s) that will be entirely aspirated prior to the end of the procedure. For referrals within the United States, please click the Request an Appointment link below.
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Small Cyst Treatment
For smaller cysts and even relatively solid disease it is better to aspirate with a small needle and then inject an agent such as Doxy or Bleo foam that you intend to leave in the lesion. For referrals within the United States, please click the Request an Appointment link below.
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H-1B Temporary Worker Status
It is recommended that H-1B petitions be submitted six to seven months before the requested start date of employment.
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F-1 Optional Practical Training
An F-1 student on OPT is authorized for temporary employment for practical training directly related to the student's major area of study.
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J-1 Scholars
Exchange visitor applicants must meet specific requirements to qualify for an exchange visitor (J) visa under immigration law.
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F-1 Curricular Practical Training
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for F-1 students is intended to provide hands-on practical work experience.
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Bent Needle Technique
Sometimes the lesion is completely hidden behind the equator of the globe but is visible with US using the globe as an acoustic window. In this circumstance, it is often helpful to simply bend the needle to the angle needed.
Behavioral Health Hiring Event
Join us in transforming children's mental health! We are hiring staff RNs and mental health specialists to join our growing Big Lots Behavioral Health Services team. Attend our hiring event to speak with a talent acquisition rep and Behavioral Health hiring managers.
Cardiac Nursing Virtual Information Session
We are hiring experienced and new graduate RNs for our Cardiothoracic ICU and Cardiac Step Down units. Join our team and discover how your passion can make a difference in the lives of children.
Primary Care Nursing Interview Event
We are hiring Ambulatory LPNs and RNs for primary care who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children. New graduates are welcome! Come learn about working in Nationwide Children's primary care and interview with hiring managers.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Virtual Open House
We are hiring experienced and new graduate Neonatal Nurse Practitioners! Join our team and discover how your passion can make a difference in the lives of children.
Behavioral Health Virtual Nursing Event
Join us in transforming children's mental health! We are hiring RNs to join our growing Big Lots Behavioral Health Services team. Attend our interview event to speak with a talent acquisition rep and Behavioral Health hiring managers.
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Health, Wellness and Family Benefits
Learn more about medical insurance, wellness benefits and more for employees and their families.
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Employee Referrals, Discounts and Special Events
Learn about employee resource groups, payroll deductions and more.
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PTO, Disability and Life Insurance
Learn about paid time off, life insurance and more for Nationwide Children's employees.
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Education and Career Development
Learn about education and development benefits for Nationwide Children’s employees.
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Roberts Lab Staff
Learn more about Ryan Roberts, MD, PhD, and the lab staff in the Roberts Lab.
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Big Lots Scholarship
The Big Lots Behavioral Health Scholarship is an award of up to $10,000 to the support of a graduate student pursuing education and training in Behavioral or Mental Health, Psychology, or Social Work.
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Inhalation Anesthesia and Procedural Sedation Materials
View reference materials for Inhalation Anesthesia in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and Procedural Sedation.
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Kendall Lab Staff
Learn more about principal investigator Genevieve Kendall, PhD, and her dynamic team in the Kendall Lab.
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Funding
The Wang Lab appreciates the generous support of funders who share our mission to understand fundamental questions related to cell metabolism, cell cycle, and cell fate determination in various physio-pathological contexts. Explore our major projects.
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Featured Accomplishments
Read news releases about the Center for Biobehavioral Health's featured research projects, grants and awards.
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Behavioral Trials Office
The Behavioral Trials Office is a point of entry service for social and behavioral clinical trials at Nationwide Children's Hospital, and a conduit through which investigators streamline connections to resources throughout the Abigail Wexner Research Institute.
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Gerhardt Lab
Under the direction of Center for Biobehavioral Health Director and Principal Investigator Cynthia Gerhardt, PhD, the Gerhardt Lab explores how children and families are affected by life threatening illnesses such as childhood cancer to develop interventions that improve the experiences of these illnesses. Learn more about the Gerhardt Lab and explore current projects.
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Current Studies
Learn more about the current studies in the Child Brain and Development Lab.
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The Child Brain and Development Lab Staff
Learn more about principal investigator H. Gerry Taylor, PhD, and his dynamic team in the Taylor Lab.
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Skeens Lab Research Projects
The Skeens Lab's mission extends beyond research; they strive to develop innovative digital health interventions, with a specific focus on underrepresented and vulnerable populations. Learn about the lab's current and past research projects.
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Nahata Lab
Under the direction of principal investigator Leena Nahata, MD, the Nahata Lab focuses on improving reproductive and psychosocial outcomes in pediatric populations at risk for infertility. Learn more about the Nahata Lab and explore featured news and publications as well as information about current studies.
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Taylor Lab
The Child Brain & Development Lab studies neurodevelopmental outcomes of brain-related conditions to inform more effective approaches to identification and treatment of learning and behavior problems in children with these conditions. Learn more about Principal Investigator H. Gerry Taylor, PhD, lab staff and current studies and collaborations.
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Moscato Lab
The Moscato Lab, led by Emily Moscato, PhD, focuses on designing, testing and implementing equitable behavioral interventions to improve quality of life and neurodevelopmental trajectories for young children with chronic conditions impacting the central nervous system.
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Keim Lab
Principal Investigator Sarah Keim, PhD, and the Keim Lab examine how children learn and grow and how nutrition affects health and development, focusing on infants, toddlers, and young children, especially those born prematurely. Learn more about the Keim Lab and explore current studies, featured research and resources for study participants.
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Biobehavioral Outcomes Core
The Biobehavioral Outcomes Core assists investigators who want to incorporate behavioral assessments in their research.
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Post-Baccalaureate Training Program
The Post-Baccalaureate Training Program includes a wide range of experienced research professionals, with the discussion topics ranging from graduate and medical school application preparation to enrichment of a wide range of research skills.
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Evidence-Based Guidelines
See how our research impacts clinical care through our contribution to national and international evidence-based guidelines.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about the team of principal investigators at the Center for Biobehavioral Health.
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Cardiovascular Research Shared Resource Core
The Cardiovascular Research Shared Resource is available to facilitate both basic and translational research for basic science and clinical faculty.
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PIVOTAL Network
The PIVOTAL Network is a group of healthcare providers, institutions, and researchers working in collaboration to determine the best approach to treat preterm infants diagnosed with patent ductus arteriosus, commonly referred to as a PDA.
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Li Lab
Under the direction of Deqiang Li, MD, PhD, the Heart Development and Regeneration Lab at Nationwide Children's Hospital aims to understand the fundamental mechanisms of cardiac cell proliferation and differentiation and how signaling communications instruct specific processes.
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Neurodevelopmental Research Affinity Group Members
The Neurodevelopmental Research Affinity Group is made up of expects in biobehavioral health, child development, neurology, psychology and more. Learn more about its members.
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Critical Illness and Injury Interdisciplinary Research
The mission of the Critical Illness and Injury Interdisciplinary Research Group (CI3RG) is to foster collaborative, interdisciplinary science in critical illness and injury discovery. They aim to facilitate collaboration among investigators throughout Nationwide Children's and across OSU campus by cross-pollination of research spanning diverse methodologies, with the ultimate goal of bridging investigation from the cell to the community.
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Blood Disease Research Affinity Group (BDRAG)
The Blood Disease Research Affinity Group (BDRAG) promotes cutting-edge collaborative research among clinical and research faculty and trainees working on blood, vascular science and related disciplines at Nationwide Children’s and The Ohio State University to positively impact the prevention and care of childhood blood diseases. BDRAG also aims to increase awareness of blood disease research on these campuses and elevate educational opportunities for trainees.
Meet Our Team
Meet our Blood Disease Research Affinity Group faculty.
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Lung Inflammation Research Affinity Group
The Lung Inflammation Research Affinity Group (LIRAG) facilitates collaboration on research that drives understanding of the mechanisms underlying lung disease broadly, with a special focus on those that involve inflammatory diseases of (or in) the lung.
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Neurodevelopmental Research Affinity Group
The mission of the Neurodevelopmental Research Affinity Group is to facilitate research collaborations on neurodevelopment and neurodevelopmental disorders in children by increasing awareness of common research interests, creating new synergies in research methods, and broadening the scope and outreach of research activities.
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Bailey Lab
Under the direction of Michael Bailey, PhD, the Bailey Lab investigates the integrative mechanisms by which the gut microbiome – a diverse community of microorganisms that coexist within our gastrointestinal tract – influences health.
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Feng Lab
Under the directions of Zongdi Feng, PhD, the Feng Lab focuses on understanding the life cycle and pathogenesis of human hepatitis viruses and identifying methods to improve the outcome of diseases caused by these infections.
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Bagaitkar Lab
The Bagaitkar Lab studies the complex interactions between innate immune cells, epithelial cells, and microbial colonizers at the oral mucosal barrier.
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Kapoor Lab
Many important human viruses lack appropriate animal models, restricting studies of viral pathogenesis and immunity. The Kapoor Lab is characterizing several newly identified rodent viruses to develop informative surrogate models for their human homologs.
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Fetal Research Affinity Group Members
The Fetal Research Affinity Group is made up of experts in fetal therapy, neonatology, genetics, molecular biology and others perinatal fields. Learn more about its members.
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Molecular and Cellular Medicine-Research Affinity Group
The Molecular and Cellular Medicine-Research Affinity Group (MCM-RAG) will stimulate the scientific interchange between researchers from the Abigail Wexner Research Institute (AWRI) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University (OSU) who utilize molecular, cellular, and bioinformatics approaches to elucidate disease mechanisms.
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MCM-RAG Members
The Molecular and Cellular Medicine-Research Affinity Group is made up of a steering committee and members from both Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University. Learn more about its members.
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Fetal Research Affinity Group
The Fetal Research Affinity Group will bring together experts in fetal therapy, neonatology, genetics, molecular biology and others perinatal fields to develop and advance cutting-edge therapies that can be used to treat fetuses and neonates with a wide range of genetic and medical disorders.
Publications
Here are examples of recent publications that arose from collaborative projects between Nephrology and Urology Research Affinity Group (NURAG) investigators: Predicting Outcomes for Children with Congenital Obstructive Uropathy McLeod DJ, Ching CB, Sebastião YV, Greenberg JH, Furth SL,
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Gunn Lab
The Gunn Lab's primary focus is determining the molecular mechanisms underlying chronic carriage of Salmonella Typhi in the gallbladder, which is mediated by biofilm formation on gallstones. Typhoid fever, caused by S. Typhi, is a global disease that disproportionately affects children.
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Pediatric Trauma and Burn Research Affinity Group
The mission of the Pediatric Trauma and Burn Research Affinity Group at Nationwide Children's Hospital is to facilitate team science and innovative pilot studies by establishing multidisciplinary collaborations.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Invites Community to Celebration Event June 10
You made it possible. Now it’s time to celebrate! Nationwide Children’s Hospital extends an invite to the central Ohio community to check out THEIR new children’s hospital.
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Kroger Delivering Joy to Central Ohio Area Hospitals, Care Centers for Mother's Day
Patients in various hospitals around Ohio will get a surprise delivery this Friday. Kroger associates will hand deliver 18,000 five-stem carnation bouquets on behalf of Kroger customers as part of the “Your Day in May” campaign on Friday, May 11.
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Ethan Bortnicks Its All About Music Tour Coming to Columbus and Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Ethan Bortnick, the 11-year-old musical sensation who has headlined more than 100 live shows across the globe and shared the stage with legendary artists such as Beyoncé, Reba McEntire and Natalie Cole, is partnering with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals on his “It’s
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Genomics: Colorectal cancer characterized
The genome-wide characterization of colorectal carcinoma was published online today in the journal, Nature. Nationwide Children’s Hospital was one of several institutions involved in this study.
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Helper T Cells, Not Killer T Cells, Might Be Responsible for Clearing Hepatitis A Infection
Helper cells traditionally thought to only assist killer white blood cells may be the frontline warriors when battling hepatitis A infection. These are the findings from a Nationwide Children’s Hospital study appearing in a recent issue of the Journal of Experimental Medicine.
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INFOGRAPHIC: Nationwide Children's Hospital, By the Numbers
On June 20, 2012, Nationwide Children’s Hospital opened its doors to a new, 12-story main hospital. Nearly four years after breaking ground, this state-of-the-art facility is part of the largest pediatric expansion project in U.S. history.
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Media Advisory: Dairy Queen Serves Cold Treats to Benefit Patients and Families at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: Representatives from central Ohio Dairy Queen stores visit Nationwide Children’s Hospital, along with Brutus Buckeye from The Ohio State University, for a ribbon cutting ceremony to open the ‘Ice Cream Parlor’ in the Clinical Therapies Gym Local Dairy Queen stores donated
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Training Begins with RunFest July 7th
WHAT: The Third Annual FREE RunFest event to kick off the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon training season; announcement of entire field of the 26 “Patient Champions” who will represent each mile on the Marathon’s route WHEN: Saturday, July
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce Patient Champions Representing 26 Miracle Miles
The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon announced its field of “Patient Champions” during an event held Saturday, July 7 – RunFest – the event’s kickoff celebration.
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New Gene Transfer Strategy Shows Promise for Limb Girdle and Other Muscular Dystrophies
The challenge of treating patients with genetic disorders in which a single mutated gene is simply too large to be replaced using traditional gene therapy techniques may soon be a thing of the past.
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Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Are Not Replacing Milk in Kids Diets
National data indicate that milk consumption has declined among children while consumption of sweetened beverages of low nutritional quality has more than doubled.
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$13.1 Million Innovation Grant Expands Pediatric Health Care for Underserved Children
Partners for Kids (PFK), Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Akron Children’s Hospital were recently awarded a $13.1 million Health Care Innovation Grant from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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New Mouse Model Helps Explain Gene Discovery in Congenital Heart Disease
Scientists now have clues to how a gene mutation discovered in families affected with congenital heart disease leads to underdevelopment of the walls that separate the heart into four chambers.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opening Gala featuring Harry Connick Jr., Raises $3.8 Million
With a remarkable outpouring of support from the central Ohio community, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Opening Gala, featuring three-time Grammy award winner, Harry Connick Jr., raised an astounding $3.8 million, directly benefiting research at Nationwide Children’s.
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Childhood Cancer Research Grant Awarded to The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital
It takes life-saving research and access to clinical trials to help children with cancer. The St. Baldrick’s Foundation, a volunteer-driven charity dedicated to raising money for childhood cancer research, awarded an infrastructure grant of $47,000 to the Biopathology Center (BPC), housed in
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Dr. Jonathan Thackeray Appointed Leadership Roles Supporting Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Jonathan Thackeray, MD, has been named medical director of The Center for Family Safety and Healing and chief of the Division of Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr.
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National Study Shows Majority of Self-Harming Adolescents Don't Receive a Mental Health Assessment During Emergency Room Visit
A national study of Medicaid data shows most young people who present to emergency departments with deliberate self-harm are discharged to the community, without receiving an emergency mental health assessment.
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Nationwide Insurance Columbus Marathon, Nationwide Insurance Partner with Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Today, the Nationwide Insurance Columbus Marathon and Nationwide Insurance are making Nationwide Children’s Hospital the title beneficiary of the annual running and walking event, renaming it the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon.
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Preeminent Pediatric Cancer Physician-Scientist Timothy Cripe Joins Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Oncologist and cancer researcher, Timothy P. Cripe, MD, PhD, has been appointed Chief of the Division of Hematology/Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Cripe will also be a member of the faculty at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
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New suits brighten outlook for young sickle cell patients
John Martin (Columbus, 43224) receives blood transfusions every four weeks and has done so since he was 4 years old. The 21-year-old continually smiles warmly and hopes to be healthy enough to land a job, and also coach basketball, in the future.
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Childrens Miracle Network in central Ohio receives $108,000 from Walmart Regional Distribution Center and Transportation Offices
Representatives from Walmart’s Grove City Regional Distribution and Transportation Facility today presented a check for $108,162 to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) to support Nationwide Children’s Hospital and its continued care for the children in central Ohio.
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Study Shows Children with IBD Have Difficulty in School, Mostly due to Absences
Children with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may have difficulty functioning in school, particularly because their tendency to internalize problems can impact attendance.
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Tickets Still Available for Weekend Performances of Seussical
Tickets are still available for this weekend’s production of Seussical presented by Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Seussical is a magical musical extravaganza featuring favorite Dr.
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Renowned Pediatric Cardiology Physician-Scientist Linda Cripe Joins Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Linda H. Cripe, MD, a distinguished pediatric cardiologist, has joined the Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Cripe will also be a member of the faculty at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Website Ranks in Top 10 National List
A study published in The Journal of Healthcare Management has named Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s website in the top ten on its list of 25 best hospital or health system websites in the U.S. “Effective U.S.
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Media Advisory: Support Ansleys Campaign and Support Patients at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: Support “Ansley’s Campaign” and Support Patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Moochie & Co. at Tuttle hosts event Saturday afternoon featuring Nationwide Children’s very own four-legged “M.D.” – Medical Dog – Ansley; stock up for
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Grant Provides Funding Toward Gene Therapy Clinical Trial to Replace the DMD Gene in All of the Leg Muscles of Duchenne Patients
Investigators in the Center for Gene Therapy in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital are working toward an approach to replace the defective gene in Duchene muscular dystrophy (DMD) by treating all of the muscles in the leg, thanks to funding from Jesse’s Journey.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Ironton Close to HomeSM Center and ChildLab Moves Back to Ironton, Ohio
Effective, March 19, 2012, the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Ironton Close To HomeSM Center has moved back into Ironton, Ohio. The new permanent location, located at 2301 South 7th St., Ironton, Ohio, will continue to offer cardiology, neurology and urology clinics in addition to ChildLab
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Harry Connick Jr. to Kick-Off Celebrations for Nationwide Childrens Hospitals New Main Campus
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is pleased to announce that Harry Connick Jr. will perform a private concert during The Opening Gala celebrating the completion of the hospital’s new main campus, the largest pediatric expansion ever undertaken in the United States.
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The Antibiotic, Amoxicillin-Clavulanate, Before a Meal May Improve Small Bowel Motility
The common antibiotic, amoxicillin-clavulanate, may improve small bowel function in children experiencing motility disturbances, according to a study appearing in the June print edition of the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Grand Reopening for Newly Renovated Strawser Park Playground
The Chillicothe Parks and Recreation department and the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital (CIRP) invite Chillicothe’s residents to come celebrate the grand reopening of the newly renovated Strawser Park on Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 3:30 –
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Circle of Friends 9th Annual Run for the Rainbow June 15
Circle of Friends, a volunteer organization supporting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host its 9th Annual Run for the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run Friday, June 15 at New Albany Market Square, 180 Market St., New Albany, Ohio.
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Dr. Timothy Cripe of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Appointed to a Committee of the Food and Drug Administration
Timothy Cripe, MD, PhD, chief of Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, was recently appointed a member of the Cellular, Tissue and Gene Therapy Advisory Committee which reports to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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Media Advisory: Ohios First Lady Karen Kasich to visit Nationwide Childrens Hospital
What: Ohio’s First Lady Karen Kasich to visit Nationwide Children’s Hospital F.A.N. Club at Livingston Elementary School When: Friday, May 18, 2012, from 4 to 4:40 pm Where: Livingston Elementary School, 744 Heyl Ave., Columbus 43206 (parking at Livingston Elementary on southeast side
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IGS Energy to serve as title sponsor for the Memorial Tournaments annual benefit concert through 2015
The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance announced today that IGS Energy has extended its title sponsorship of the Tournament’s annual benefit concert through 2015.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Introduces Feeding Your Kids Program
The Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, alongside partner, University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, recently launched a new program for parents, “Feeding Your Kids.” Feeding Your Kids, a partner of the Clinton Global
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New Study Examines Injuries Associated with Baby Bottles, Pacifiers and Sippy Cups in the U.S.
A new study by researchers in the Center for Biobehavioral Health and the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital examined pediatric injuries associated with baby bottles, pacifiers and sippy cups.
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Media Advisory: The Nationwide Insurance Columbus Marathon To Make Announcement on Wednesday, Jan. 18
WHAT: Announcement for the 33rd annual event which is slated for Sunday, Oct. 21, 2012 WHEN: Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012 10 a.m. WHERE: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Outpatient Care Center (OCC) entrance 555 S.
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Tickets On Sale for Seussical
Tickets are available for the production of Seussical presented by Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Seussical is a magical musical extravaganza featuring favorite Dr.
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Study: Bariatric Surgery in Adolescents Improves Obesity-related Diseases Within First Two Years
Today, about one in five children in the United States are obese. That means that in just one generation alone the number of obese kids in this country has quadrupled.
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Study: Muscle Regeneration May Provide Ideal Environment for Rhabdomyosarcoma
Inflammation, cell division and cell differentiation that occur during skeletal muscle regeneration may provide an ideal environment for the highly malignant tumor, rhabdomyosarcoma to arise.
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Three Marketing and Public Relations Internships Offered Summer 2012 at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
POSITION 1: Media Relations Intern FULL-TIME PAID This position will assist the media relations team with reactive and proactive media/public relations strategies for Nationwide Children’s Hospital and its entities.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Neuromuscular Disorder Podcasts Now Available on iTunes
In 2010, the Center for Gene Therapy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital launched a monthly podcast entitled, “This Month in Muscular Dystrophy,” featuring internationally known scientists discussing the latest research in muscular dystrophy and other neuromuscular disorders.
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Loves Travel Stops and Jeffersonville Hardees® Contribute $30,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital
As a participant in the 2011 Children’s Miracle Network Hospital (CMNH) Campaign, Love’s travel stops in the Columbus market raised $30,357 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, making them one of the CMNH top locations for percentage increase from 2010.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Invites Current, Former Patients to Become Special Part of the Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon
Recently, it was announced that Nationwide Children’s Hospital would be the title beneficiary of the newly named, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, for the next three years.
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Kerry Waple Receives the 2012 Great Lakes Athletic Trainers Association Dedicated Service Award
Kerry Waple, senior athletic trainer at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine has received the GLATA Dedicated Service Award. Kerry earned her Bachelor’s degree from Canisius College and her Master’s degree from the University of Virginia.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Offers The Columbus Wishing Tree Project to Community in Celebration of New Hospital Opening
In honor of its new hospital and research facility opening in June, Nationwide Children’s Hospital is offering ”The Columbus Wishing Tree Project” to the community.
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The 5th Annual Megans Miles Run/Walk to be Held May 27
The 5th Annual Megan’s Miles Run/Walk, benefitting Muscular Dystrophy research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held on Sunday, May 27 at noon at Central Crossing High School.
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Media Advisory: 3rd Annual 'Rockin on the Run' 5K Run/Walk Saturday at Madison County Fairgrounds
WHAT: 3rd Annual “Rockin’ on the Run” 5K Run/Walk Saturday at Madison County Fairgrounds Benefits Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Saturday, May 19, 2012 10 a.m. – media opportunity WHERE: Madison County Fairgrounds 205 Elm St.
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New Performance Measures for Adolescent Public Comment Now Opens
From Tuesday, May 8 - Tuesday, May 29, 2012 all parties are invited to comment on proposed new measures for Adolescent Health performance measures. These measures will be considered for the Children's Core Set of measures that are reported by states for children enrolled in Medicaid and the
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As Many Sick Kids Wait for Care, Upper Arlington Family Speaks Out for Preserving and Improving Childrens Access to Health Care
As federal legislators continue to grapple over the best way to bring better health care to all Americans, children’s health care hangs in the balance. That’s why a local Upper Arlington family is taking their story to Washington, D.C.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Earns Spot on Hospitals and Health Networks 2012 Most Wired List
Nationwide Children’s Hospital was named one of the most wired hospitals in the country in Hospitals and Health Network’s 2012 Most Wired list. This prestigious list includes more than 200 hospitals around the country who have proven to be leaders in healthcare information technology.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospitals Primary Care Network Earns National Recognition for Patient-Centered Care
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) announced that Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Primary Care Network has received Recognition from the Physician Practice Connections –Patient-Centered Medical Home (PPC-PCMH) program for using evidence-based, patient-centered
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New Study Finds Increase in Track-Related Injuries Among Youth in the United States
With the 2012 summer Olympic games about to take place in London, children everywhere are looking forward to watching their sports idols and role models take center stage.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Huntington District, Visits Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Promotes Water Safety
On Wednesday, February 15 Rangers from the Scioto Area Office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will visit Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio to teach visitors and patients of the hospital about water safety.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opens Second Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has opened its second, free-standing Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center in central Ohio. Located in Dublin, Ohio, the Dublin Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center offers services including sports medicine, orthopedics, sports and orthopedic physical therapy,
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Newborn Screening for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Shows Promise as an International Model
Investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, working with the DNA Sequencing Core Facility at the University of Utah, have developed an approach to newborn screening (NBS) for the life-threatening genetic disorder, Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and potentially other muscular
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"Rockin on the Run" 5K Run/Walk Slated for May 19
The third annual “Rockin’ on the Run” 5K run/walk and family day will be held Saturday, May 19, 2012 at the Madison County Fairgrounds in London. All proceeds benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Jayanthi Appointed Chief of Urology at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Venkata R. Jayanthi, MD, has been appointed chief of the Section of Pediatric Urology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Jayanthi has served as a urologist at Nationwide Children’s since 1994 while also holding a faculty position in the Department of Urology at The Ohio State
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Gunn Lab Staff
Learn more about principal investigator John Gunn, PhD, and his dynamic team in the Gunn Lab.
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RNA Interference May Provide the First Therapy for Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy
Scientists may one day be able to treat the third most common muscular dystrophy, facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), by taking advantage of a system within living cells that helps control gene activation.
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Learn more about interim director, Joanne Turner, PhD, and the team of principal investigators at the Center for Microbe and Immunity Research.
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Media Advisory: Kids Come First Campaign Kick-Off Celebrations at Three Central Ohio Kroger Locations
WHAT: “Kids Come First” Campaign Kick-Off Celebrations at Three Central Ohio Kroger Locations Kroger campaign benefits Nationwide Children’s Hospital; runs through June 30, 2012 WHEN: Saturday, June 2, 2012 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
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Media Advisory: The Campus Dedication Ceremony at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: The Campus Dedication Ceremony at Nationwide Children’s Hospital After nearly seven years, the largest pediatric expansion project in U.S.
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Nationwide Childrens CEO to Co-Chair Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy Event
Nationwide Children’s Hospital CEO Steve Allen, MD, will serve as co-chair of the first Transforming Duchenne Care workshop to be held June 27 and 28, 2012, in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
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LOCATION CHANGE: The Campus Dedication Ceremony at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: The Campus Dedication Ceremony at Nationwide Children’s Hospital After nearly seven years, the largest pediatric expansion project in U.S.
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Celebrex-Derived Drug Targets Common Childhood Bone Tumor
Jiayuh Lin, PhD, and colleagues at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have developed a drug to target the most common cancerous bone tumor in children, osteosarcoma, using a version of the FDA-approved drug, Celebrex.
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Study: Why Hot, Humid Air Triggers Symptoms in Patients with Mild Asthma
May is asthma awareness month, and with summer right around the corner, a study shows that doctors may be closer to understanding why patients with mild asthma have such difficulty breathing during hot, humid weather.
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Dr. Randal Olshefski Appointed Section Chief of Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Randal Olshefski, MD, recently was appointed chief of the Section of Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, where he previously served as interim chief prior to January 2012.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Honored by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for Leadership in Organ Donation
Nationwide Children’s Hospital recently earned the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Silver Medal of Honor for its leadership in organ donation.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opens New Close To Home Center in Springfield
Nationwide Children’s Hospital recently opened a new Close To HomeSM Center in Springfield, OH. Effective August 1, 2012, the new facility will feature ChildLab laboratory services with extended hours and pediatric specialty clinics. Located at 1644 N.
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Laughs Raise Money for Nationwide Childrens
Children receiving hospice care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital will benefit from ticket sales to “Laughing, Living, Giving” — an event featuring live sketch comedy, a rock entertainment show, silent auction and raffle, as well as a cocktail buffet with complimentary beer
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Tests, Trains School Staff on How to Respond to Kids Severe Allergy Attacks
Many children with severe allergies carry injectable epinephrine (EpiPens) – syringes filled with epinephrine to delay an allergic reaction – but the EpiPens sometimes require the help of an adult to dispense.
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New Study Examines Injuries to U.S. Workers with Disabilities
A new study conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University compared medically attended noncccupational and occupational injuries among U.S. workers with and without disabilities.
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Ohio Dominican University and Nationwide Children's Hospital Partnership Alters the Landscape of Sports Medicine in Central Ohio
Ohio Dominican University (ODU) is proud to announce a new partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital to provide exceptional sports medicine services and education to student-athletes.
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Treating the Whole Person with Autism Conference Sets New Direction for Parent-Clinician Collaboration
Over 400 attendees from across the U.S. and around the world participated in the first national conference for families and professionals, “Treating the Whole Person with Autism: Comprehensive Care for Children and Adolescents with ASD.” Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism
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Wexner Completes Seven Transformative Years as Nationwide Childrens Board Chair; Fischer Succeeds
After seven years as board chair of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Inc. and Nationwide Children’s Hospital – leading a period of unprecedented growth and success– Abigail Wexner stepped down as chair effective August 24.
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Volunteer registration opens for the 2012 Nationwide Childrens Hospital Invitational
Tournament officials announced today that volunteer registration for the sixth annual Nationwide Children’s Hospital Invitational opens today, February 16 at www.nchigolf.com. “Volunteer support is essential to the success of the Tournament,” said Tournament Director, Kip McBride.
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Gestational Weight Gain Generally Does Not Influence Child Cognitive Development
A child’s cognitive development is not generally impacted by how much weight his or her mother gained during pregnancy, according to a study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Guideline: Monitoring Spinal Cord During Surgery May Help Prevent Paralysis
The American Academy of Neurology is issuing an updated guideline that recommends monitoring the spinal cord during spinal surgery and certain chest surgeries to help prevent paralysis, or loss of muscle function, related to the surgeries.
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Ben Folds to play annual charity concert benefiting the Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital alliance
Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance announced today the details of its 2012 benefit concert. IGS Energy Evening with Ben Folds presented by City of Dublin will benefit the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Children’s Hospital
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Concussions May Lead to Lingering Symptoms that Could Impair a Childs Daily Functioning
Children who experience mild traumatic brain injury may be more likely to show increases in symptoms over time that could impact quality of life, more so than children who experience an orthopedic injury. Injury severity could play a role.
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Dempster Family Foundation Awards Nationwide Childrens Hospital Grant for First-Time 22q Conference for Families
The Ryan and Jenny Dempster Family Foundation recently awarded 15 charitable organizations grants through its second annual grant cycle. Nationwide Children’s Hospital was one of the 15 organizations awarded funds.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Neonatologist Receives March of Dimes Funding to Expand Education Program for Pregnant Women
Carl Backes, Jr., MD, a neonatologist and current cardiology fellow at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been awarded $35,000 from the March of Dimes Ohio Chapter for his project to expand an outpatient methadone education program.
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Kroger Recognized as Valuable Partner in Prenatal Support Program
The Kroger Company is being recognized as a valuable partner in a prenatal support program designed to improve pregnancy and birth outcomes in the Weinland Park neighborhood and Near Eastside of Columbus.
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Network Approach Improves Outcomes in Crohns Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Despite Lack of New Treatment Options
Many children with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis who received treatment through ImproveCareNow, a national quality improvement and research network, ceased to have symptoms and no longer needed to take steroids for disease management.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opens First, Suburban Surgery Center in Westerville
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has opened its first suburban ambulatory surgery center. Located in Westerville, Ohio, the center is an extension of the current surgical services on the main campus, one that gives families an option for convenient access to a full spectrum of pediatric
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Preemies Still Receive Inhaled Nitric Oxide Despite Lack of Supporting Evidence and Standards
Many premature infants throughout the United States continue to receive inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) during their NICU stay, despite the lack of evidence to support its use.
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Potential Biomarkers Linked to Urinary Tract Infection-Related Pregnancy Complications Identified
Investigators in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have developed a mouse model in which a mother’s urinary tract infection negatively affects the offspring, an occurrence anecdotally observed in humans.
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The 9th Annual Evening of Hope benefitting The Center for Family Safety and Healing to be held April 21, 2012
The 9th Annual “Evening of Hope” to benefit The Center for Family Safety and Healing will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2012, at 8 p.m. at Bon Vie Bistro, located at Easton Town Center.
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Media Advisory: Community Celebration Day at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: “Community Celebration Day” at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Central Ohio community invited to check out THEIR new children’s hospital - the largest pediatric expansion in U.S.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon Training Kickoff Starts At RunFest on July 7
More than 1,000 people are expected to kick off the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon training season at the third annual RunFest celebration event on Saturday, July 7, 2012 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Landmark Aviation, 4130 E. Fifth Ave.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Celebrates Completion of Seven-Year Campus Expansion, Largest Pediatric Expansion Project in U.S. History
As the City of Columbus celebrates its bicentennial, Nationwide Children’s Hospital celebrates the biggest achievement in its 120-year history, changing both the Columbus skyline and the future of pediatric care.
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Preeminent Tissue Engineering Team to Establish Program at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Christopher Breuer, MD, Toshiharu Shinoka, MD, PhD, and their tissue engineering team will be joining the faculty of Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine this fall.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Earns AAHRPP Accreditation for Safe Research Practices
The Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs (AAHRPP) has renewed Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s full accreditation as an organization that demonstrates and emphasizes clinical study participant safeguards that surpass state and federal requirements.
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Daniel Barr Named Vice President and Service Line Administrator for Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Daniel E. Barr, MHSA, FACHE, recently was appointed as the new vice president and service line administrator for Hematology/Oncology / Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Besner Appointed Pediatric Surgery Chief At Nationwide Children's Hospital
Gail E. Besner, MD, has been appointed chief of Pediatric Surgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She is program director of the Residency in Pediatric Surgery, principal investigator in the Center for Perinatal Research in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s and
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Becker Hospital Review Names Dr. Steve Allen of Nationwide Childrens Hospital to its Top 100 Physician Leaders in Health Care List
Becker's Hospital Review recently released its list of 100 Physician Leaders of Hospitals and Health Systems which features some of the top physician leaders in health care including Steve Allen, MD, chief executive officer of Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Specialists Collaborate on Manual of Pediatric Neurology
More than two dozen pediatric specialists from Nationwide Children’s Hospital contributed to the recently released “Manual of Pediatric Neurology,” published by World Scientific Publishing Co.
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Center for Injury Research and Policy Awarded CDC Injury Control Research Center Designation for an Additional Five Years
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has renewed the designation of the Center for Injury Research and Policy (CIRP) of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital as one of the agency’s Injury Control Research Centers (ICRCs).
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Host 2012 Franklin County Candidates Forum on Children and Youth October 19
Nationwide Children’s Hospital will host the 2012 Franklin County Candidates Forum on Children and Youth Friday, October 19, 2012 in the Ann Isaly Wolfe Education Building at Nationwide Children’s, 575 S. 18th St., Columbus 43205.
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Pleasure Guild donates more than $468,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital, elects new Board of Directors
Pleasure Guild, a 104-year-old organization committed to raising funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Hospice and Palliative Care program, recently presented a check totaling $468,249.00 to Dr. Steve Allen, CEO of Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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TWIG of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Holiday Cards Artwork Contest
Is your child, grandchild, niece or nephew a budding artist? Have them submit holiday artwork for the 2012 Holiday Cards Contest! Each year, TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital selects pieces of children’s artwork and creates beautiful holiday cards, which are then sold to raise
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Women's Board of Nationwide Children's Hospital to host Healthy Eating Habits Luncheon at Franklin Park Conservatory
Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s is hosting an informational luncheon called “Information Please!: Teaching Children Healthy Eating Habits” on Thursday, September 13, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Makes Honor Roll List of U.S. News & World Reports 2012-13 Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has made U.S. News & World Report’s Honor Roll list of the 2012-13 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings.
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Buy Your Rubber Duck Racers at Kroger for the First Ever Great Scioto Duck Race to Raise Funds for Pediatric Research
This Labor Day Weekend, something new is making waves. The Great Scioto Duck Race, organized by The Development Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will take place on Sunday, September 2 at Genoa Park on the Scioto Mile.
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Low Oxygen Levels May Decrease Life-Saving Protein in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital may have discovered a biological explanation for why low levels of oxygen advance spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) symptoms and why breathing treatments help SMA patients live longer.
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CDC Traumatic Brain Injury Study to Test Treatments, Examine Outcomes
Keith Yeates, PhD, director of the Center for Biobehavioral Health in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been designated lead neuropsychologist for a five-year, multisite study of traumatic brain injury (TBI) among United States children, funded by the Centers for
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Kohls Donates More Than $300,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Support Community Education Program
Kohl’s Department Store, through the Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, recently donated $301,046 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The donations were collected from Kohl’s stores located throughout central Ohio.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: 'A Healthy You and 22Q' Conference Comes to Columbus
WHAT: 'A Healthy You and 22Q' Conference Comes to Columbus ‘22Q Mystery Bus’ to make a stop at the conference WHEN: Saturday, September 22, 2012, 8am to 4:30pm WHERE: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Education Center 700 Children’s Drive, Columbus WHO/WHY: This
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'Cards for Kids' October 12 at Scioto Country Club Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital
TWIG III of Nationwide Children’s Hospital invites the public to their third annual Cards for Kids event Friday, October 12, 2012 at Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Drive in Upper Arlington.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Introduces New Mobile App
With more adults utilizing mobile technology to locate information, Nationwide Children’s Hospital has created a new, easy-to-use mobile app called “myChildren’s” to help consumers navigate and learn more about the hospital.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Honors Three Doctors with Career Contribution Award
Nationwide Children’s Hospital staff and friends gathered Wednesday, September 5, to honor three recipients of the 2012 Career Contribution Awards. The special distinction is awarded by Nationwide Children’s medical staff to a select few of its most highly respected peers.
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Media Advisory: The 2012 Franklin County Candidates Forum on Children and Youth Hosted by Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: The 2012 Franklin County Candidates Forum on Children and Youth Hosted by Nationwide Children’s Hospital The only non-partisan, voter education forum dedicated to issues affecting children and youth WHEN: Friday, October 19, 2012 8 a.m.
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Kroger Makes $460,000 Contribution to Nationwide Childrens Hospital on Behalf of Customers and Associates
Kroger customers and associates have again proven they care about central Ohio children and their families by contributing $122,710.85 during Kroger’s second annual “Kids Come First” campaign.
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Exon-Skipping Shows Promise in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Results from a Phase IIb extension trial of the drug eteplirsen show an increased ability to walk in boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy Eteplirsen, a drug that skips exon 51 of the dystrophin gene, may improve quality of life for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and slow disease
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Media Advisory: The 2012 Franklin County Candidates Forum on Children and Youth Hosted by Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: The 2012 Franklin County Candidates Forum on Children and Youth Hosted by Nationwide Children’s Hospital The only non-partisan, voter education forum dedicated to issues affecting children and youth WHEN: Friday, October 19, 2012 8 a.m.
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Fall Under the Spell of Neverland: Peter Pan Comes to Life at Palace Theatre
To raise funds for central Ohio’s only pediatric hospice and palliative care program Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present Peter Pan March 8-10, 2012 at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre, 34 West Broad Street.
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Christines Christmas Concert Presented by Macys Slated for December 8
During the holidays, we reflect on loved ones who have touched our lives and hearts. In 2003, Christine Wilson and four of her friends perished in a tragic arson near the campus of The Ohio State University. To honor her precious life, the 9th annual Christine’s Christmas will be presented.
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Kinder Key Calls for Caroling Groups for Holiday Season
Celebrate the holiday season by organizing a group of friends, family or co-workers to sing songs of cheer and bring new hope to young hearts for the annual Kinder Key holiday caroling drive – Caroling for a Cause.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Biorespository Receives Accreditation from Prestigious College of American Pathologists
Biorepositories are highly complex research facilities with expert staff to process, store, characterize and secure biological specimens and their corresponding clinical information.
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Mika Matthews, MD, Honored at AAP Section on Surgery Meeting
Mika Matthews, MD, received the Jens Rosenkrantz Resident Research Award at the recent American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Surgery meeting held in New Orleans. Dr.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Information Session on Weight Loss Surgery for Adolescents
On Tuesday, December 11, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will host a Bariatric Surgery Information Session to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity. This session will begin at 5 p.m.
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New Study Finds Alarming 15-fold Increase in Inflatable Bouncer-Related Injuries Among Children
A new study by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital examined pediatric injuries associated with inflatable bouncers, such as bounce houses and moonwalks.
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Exercise Program Helps Pediatric Cancer Survivors Regain Physical Strength, Balance, Encourages Weight Loss
There are many health effects that a patient may need to overcome after winning a battle against cancer. Cancer treatments can affect the patient’s balance, agility, coordination, prompt weight gain and other physical ailments.
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National Study led by Hasbro Childrens Hospital Shows Protective Eyewear Reduces Eye, Head, and Facial Injuries in High School Field Hockey Players
A new study conducted by researchers at Hasbro Children’s Hospital, the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Fairfax (VA) County Public Schools, and Boston Children’s Hospital has found that high school field hockey
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Dr. John Barnard First Recipient of Ann I. Wolfe Endowed Chair in Research Leadership at Nationwide Children's Hospital
During the December 6 meeting of the Joint Boards of Directors at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, John Barnard, MD, President of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s was announced as the first recipient of the Ann I. Wolfe Endowed Chair in Research Leadership.
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Dr. Jeffery Auletta Appointed Physician in Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation and Infectious Diseases at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Jeffery Auletta, MD, recently was appointed a physician in Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) and also in Infectious Diseases at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr.
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Study Identifies Potential New Pathway for Drug Development
A newly found understanding of receptor signaling may have revealed a better way to design drugs. A study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital suggests that a newly identified group of proteins, alpha arrestins, may play a role in cell signaling that is crucial to new drug development.
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Nationwide Insurance Partners with Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course for Inaugural Nationwide Children's Hospital 200
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course announced a three-year partnership with Nationwide Insurance and Nationwide Children’s Hospital earlier today to bring the NASCAR Nationwide Series to Ohio for the first time.
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Study: Adenotonsillectomy May Help Resolve Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children with Prader-Willi Syndrome
Children with Prader-Willi syndrome may receive relief from sleep disorders after undergoing an adenotonsillectomy, suggests a new study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital published in the November print issue of the Archives of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
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Roach Appointed Editor-in-Chief of Renowned Journal
E. Steve Roach, MD, Chief of Neurology and Vice-Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of the prestigious Pediatric Neurology journal, effective January 2013.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Selected as a 2012 Leapfrog Top Childrens Hospital
For the second consecutive year, Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been named a Top Children’s Hospital on The Leapfrog Group’s annual list of Top Hospitals.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Survey Finds Dangerous and Toxic Toys on Store Shelves
What: News conference to release Ohio PIRG’s 27th annual Trouble in Toyland report and list of dangerous toys. The report highlights that, while product safety reforms have improved the marketplace, there are still dangerous toys on store shelves that pose a safety hazard.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Holiday Toy Drive
Each year around the holidays, Nationwide Children’s Hospital receives countless phone calls and emails from the community asking about donating toys to our patients. Well, you asked, so we listened.
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Infants with Severe RSV Disease May Be Immunosuppressed
Infants with severe lower respiratory tract infection caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) may have a dysfunctional innate immune response that relates to the severity of their disease.
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Global Collaborative Efforts Help Delineate Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury Causes, Characteristics and Trends in China
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) among children in China are a growing public health concern. Two new studies by researchers of the International Program at the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Wuhan Children’s
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Nationwide Children's Hospital donates used kitchen equipment to Foodbank network
Partners across Mid-Ohio Foodbank’s network are reaping the benefits of a unique donation from Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Equipment from the hospital’s old kitchen was donated to help the Foodbank in its mission of feeding hungry people.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: 3rd Annual Bariatric Surgery Celebration
WHAT: 3rd Annual Bariatric Surgery Celebration Bariatric surgery patients and families welcomed back to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to celebrate their successes WHEN: Monday, December 10, 2012 5 p.m.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Develops Prototype for Safer, Child-Resistant Spray Bottle
Researchers at The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, in partnership with The Ohio State University have developed a prototype for child-resistant spray bottles for household cleaning products.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Hosts Car Seat Safety Check October 13
Car seats save lives and they save your children’s lives. Unfortunately, it is estimated that 75 percent of car seats are installed incorrectly. K.I.S.S.
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SONGS FOR SOUND: Behind The Music
Join us for Songs for Sound: Behind The Music on Friday, September 21, 2012 at the Bluestone (583 East Broad St.). This intimate evening with the Nashville singer/songwriters directly benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s.
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Poison Centers Save More Than $1.8 Billion Every Year
The Central Ohio Poison Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and America’s 56 other poison centers save Americans more than $1.8 billion every year in medical costs and lost productivity, according to a report released last week by the American Association of Poison Control Centers
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Mouse Model Could Help Identify Viral Vectors that May Cause Tumors
Investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have identified a mouse model that could help evaluate the risk that viral vectors used in gene therapy might promote tumor formation as a side-effect. The study appears in Molecular Therapy.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Partners with Silicon Valley to Market High-End Diagnostic and Medical Research Software
The latest significant biomedical informatics technology is not coming from the biotech industry or a university. In fact, it’s coming from a children’s hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Information Session on Weight Loss Surgery for Adolescents
On Tuesday, October 16, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will host a Bariatric Surgery Information Session to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity. This session will begin at 5 p.m.
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Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Car Seat Safety Check
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hosts Car Seat Safety Check WHEN: Saturday, October 13, 2012 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. WHERE: Kohl’s 3360 Olentangy River Road, Columbus 43202 WHO/WHY: Car seats save lives and they save children’s lives.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Sells Out For Sixth Straight Year
All 18,000 slots are filled for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon that will take place this Sunday, October 21, 2012. This marks the sixth straight year the event has sold out and the largest full marathon field in the history of the event.
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Study Suggests New Way to Prevent Recurrent Ear Infections
Eliminating bacteria’s DNA and boosting antimicrobial proteins that already exist may help prevent middle ear infections from reoccurring. These are the findings from a Nationwide Children’s Hospital study that examined how an immune defense protein common in the middle ear interacts
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The Torch Relay for Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals Comes Through Columbus
Columbus residents will join upwards of 10,000 participants from 22 cities for an 11th annual coast-to-coast event: The Torch Relay for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, a charity that raises funds for children’s hospitals. The Columbus event will take place on Sunday, Oct.
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Guidelines Developed for Extremely Premature Infants at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Proven to be Life-Changing
For the last decade, prematurity has been the leading cause of infant mortality in the United States. As a result of prematurity many infants enter this world too early with a small chance of survival.
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Busting Common Myths about the Flu Vaccine
With cold and flu season upon us, many companies have geared up for what is predicted to be a busy flu season producing 150 million doses of the influenza vaccine, up 17 million from last year.
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High Fever and Evidence of a Virus? Caution, it Still May Be Kawasaki Disease
Clinicians should take caution when diagnosing a child who has a high fever and whose tests show evidence of adenovirus, and not assume the virus is responsible for Kawasaki-like symptoms.
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Dr. Loren Wold of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Appointed Editor-in-Chief of Life Sciences
Loren E. Wold, PhD, FAHA, principal investigator in the Center for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Research at The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of Life Sciences effective January 1, 2013.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts 2nd Annual Small Baby Reunion
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hosts 2nd Annual Small Baby Reunion Small baby graduates celebrate with their families and the NICU staff WHEN: Sunday, September 9, 2012 1 to 4 p.m. *1:30 p.m. best media opportunity WHERE: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Stecker Auditorium 575 S.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Championship joins Web.com Tour Finals
Tournament Officials announced today a new name, date and format for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship. The Tournament, to be played the week of September 9-15, 2013, will help usher in a new era on the Web.com Tour as it will host the third of four tournaments that will
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New Intervention May Help Identify and Improve Care for Adolescents at Risk for Suicide
Investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center are hoping to better identify adolescents at risk for suicide and improve how these at-risk children receive follow up mental health treatment.
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New Tool Helps School Administrators Create a Comprehensive Academic Concussion Management Program for Student-Athletes
According to a recent study* by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a concussion sends students to the emergency room every five minutes in this country.
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90th Anniversary of the TWIG Bazaar Slated for November 11 at Ohio Expo Center
Celebrating its 90th year, the TWIG Bazaar will offer attendees unique, handcrafted gifts and items as well as the beautiful Avenue of Trees and Wreaths 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, November 11, 2012 at the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center.
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Seizure and Epilepsy Booklet Useful Resource for Parents of Children with Neurological Problems
In order to help educate families about childhood seizures, experts at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have developed a resource guide to help answer common questions about seizures and epilepsy in children and adolescents.
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Study: Gene Linked to Inflammation in the Aorta May Contribute to Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
A gene known to be involved in cancer and cardiovascular development may be the cause of inflammation in the most common form of aortic aneurysm and may be a key to treatment, according to research from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Breaks Participant Record
Near perfect running conditions, 25 patient champions from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, 100-plus bands and entertainment along the course and a first-ever trip through Ohio Stadium for marathoners highlighted the 33rd annual race today.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Earns Spot on the 2012 InformationWeek 500 List of Top Technology Innovators Across America
For the second year in a row, Nationwide Children’s Hospital was named to the InformationWeek 500, an annual listing of the nation’s most innovative users of business technology.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Nationwide Children's Hospital Dedicates Family Lounge in CTICU in Honor of Kroger
Nationwide Children’s Hospital sees nearly 1 million patient visits every year. With a history of support, Kroger will present a $460,959.82 check to further Nationwide Children’s efforts to provide the highest quality of care for all children regardless of their ability to pay.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about director Henry Xiang, MD, MPH, PhD, MBA, and his team of principal investigators at the Center for Pediatric Trauma Research.
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Featured Accomplishments
Explore achievements and publications authored by the team in the Center for Pediatric Trauma Research.
Education and Training Programs
A wide range of education and training opportunities are available for students and fellows, including the Global Training Program.
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Medical Student Research Program
Each year, the Center for Pediatric Trauma Research seeks medical students interested in conducting research related to pediatric trauma. This program, in conjunction with physicians at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, aims to provide medical students with firsthand research experience in the field of pediatric trauma.
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Global Training Program
The Global Training Program of the Center for Pediatric Trauma Research seeks to promote optimal care of the injured patient by enhancing treatment and minimizing harm following injury.
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Global Health-China Medical Program
The Global Health-China Medical Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital seeks to provide a short-term opportunity, 1-3 months for residents and fellows or 1 week for physicians, for them to travel to the People’s Republic of China to enhance their knowledge and skills in pediatric care.
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Past Global Scholars
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Pediatric Surgery Rotating Observation in Columbus for Excellent Student Scholars (PROCESS)
PROCESS is an international student program carried out in cooperation with Surgical Academic Faculty in Poland (including the former Minister of Health). The program selects students to grant a 1 month observership at Nationwide Children's Hospital from competing student-applicants from 12 medical universities in Poland.
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Become a Heart Safe School
With our expertise and resources, becoming heart-safe is now easier and more time-efficient than ever. Learn more about how to become a heart safe school.
eTeen Health
Watch teens explain the 3 steps to finding health information online 1 Search It! How do you find health information? Teens usually start looking stuff up by typing their symptoms into Google.
Your Guide to Congenital Heart Defects
Your baby has been prenatally diagnosed with a heart condition and will require services at Nationwide Children’s. Our goal is to provide you with the information and care you need to prepare for the birth of your baby.
Your Guide to Single Ventricle Heart Defects
Your baby has been prenatally diagnosed with a single ventricle heart condition and will require services at Nationwide Children’s. Our expert team of fetal medicine specialists is here to guide and support you each step of the way.
Grocery Store Video Guides to Healthy Eating
Watch these videos to learn more about good nutrition, healthy eating and grocery store tips for your family.
Resources
Here are some extra resources related to congenital heart defects
Resources
Resources on common topics and list of common terms
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Treatment During Pregnancy
If a test finds that you are carrying a baby with a heart defect, you will continue to get care from your pregnancy doctor (obstetrician). Your obstetrician may refer you to a maternal fetal medicine (MFM) specialist.
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Care After Baby Born
At the delivery hospital, a doctor who specializes in working with sick infants (neonatologist) will manage the care of your baby.
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Pre-Operative Care Testing
When your baby gets to the CTICU at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, he/she will have many tests.
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Canned Produce: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
Another budget-friendly option is canned produce. Get tips on what to look for on the label to make sure it is your healthiest option.
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Bread, Tortillas and Pasta: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
What are whole grains? What are other names for added sugar? Watch this video to find out the answers to these questions and more.
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Frutas y verduras enlatadas - peso saludable y nutrición
Otra opción económica es el producto enlatado. Obtenga consejos sobre qué buscar en la etiqueta para asegurarse de que sea su opción más saludable.
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Precios unitarios - Peso saludable y nutrición
Descubra cuál es el precio unitario y cómo puede ayudarlo a obtener el máximo rendimiento de su dinero.
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Fresh Produce: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
Learn money-saving tips to use when shopping for fresh produce and why it’s important to eat a variety of colors.
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Cereales y granos - peso saludable y nutrición
Me encantan las barras de granola y el cereal? Aprenda cómo comprar barras de granola más saludables y opciones de cereales.
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Elegir tu lechería - peso saludable y nutrición
Aprenda cómo comprar opciones lácteas saludables eligiendo opciones sin grasa o bajas en grasa.
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Picking Your Protein: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
Protein is important to keep you and your family healthy and strong. Check out how to identify healthy protein options and get tips on stretching your budget.
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Pan, granos enteros, tortillas y pasta - peso saludable y nutrición
¿Qué son los granos enteros? ¿Cuáles son otros nombres para agregar azúcar? Mire este video para descubrir las respuestas a estas preguntas y más.
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Unit Prices: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
Find out what a unit price is and how it can help you get the most for your money.
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Planeando sus comidas - Peso saludable y nutricion
MyPlate puede ayudarlo a comer saludablemente al mostrar qué alimentos y qué cantidad de cada uno debe tener en su plato a la hora de comer.
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Picking Your Dairy: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
Learn how to shop for healthy dairy options by choosing fat-free or low-fat options.
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Meal Planning: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
MyPlate can help you eat healthy by showing which foods and how much of each should be on your plate at mealtimes.
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Frutas y vegetales frescos - peso saludable y nutrición
Obtenga consejos para ahorrar dinero al comprar productos frescos y por qué es importante comer una variedad de colores.
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Lifelong Considerations
As a parent, you may have some concerns going forward. Here are some tips and tricks regarding stress, parenting, and future pregnancies throughout life.
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Cereal and Granola: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
Love granola bars and cereal? Learn how to shop for healthier granola bars and cereal options.
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Información nutricional, etiquetas e ingredientes - peso saludable y nutrición
La etiqueta de información nutricional y la lista de ingredientes pueden ayudarlo a comprender el valor nutricional de sus alimentos. Obtenga consejos sobre qué buscar en la etiqueta.
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Feeding
For all babies, growth and nutrition are an important part of their care. Because all babies with congenital heart disease are unique, the medical team will allow your baby to eat as soon as he/she is stable and safe.
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Other Common Tests
With congenital heart defects, there are other common tests that can be performed to ensure that your baby's care providers are checking on many other functions of their bodies.
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Surgery
The decision about surgery is based on your baby’s heart problem. Some heart problems have to be fixed within the first several days to weeks after birth. Other problems can wait until the child is older.
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Frutas y vegetales congelados - peso saludable y nutrición
Los productos congelados son una opción excelente y saludable que es económica, sin importar la temporada.
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Nutrition Facts, Labels and Ingredients: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
The nutrition fact label and ingredients list can help you understand the nutritional value of your food. Get tips on what to look for on the label.
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Elegir tu proteína - peso saludable y nutrición
La proteína es importante para mantener a usted y su familia sanos y fuertes. Vea cómo identificar opciones de proteínas saludables y obtenga consejos para ampliar su presupuesto.
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Discharge Planning
Depending on your baby’s heart condition, hospital stay after birth may be as short as a couple of days, or may be as long as weeks to months.
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Tests Before Going Home
Your baby will have to undergo a series of tests before going home to be sure that they do not require any more care at that time.
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Common Terms
Find definitions to terms you will commonly hear during your time at Nationwide Children's.
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Looking Ahead
Moving forward, there are many considerations to be made as the child develops.
Treatment
There are many types of treatment requirements related to the process of the procedure
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Information on treatment, care, and surgeries before and after your baby is born
Conditions
Information on heart anatomy and types of defects
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Frozen Produce: Healthy Weight and Nutrition
Frozen produce is another healthy option that’s budget friendly. See how to make healthy choices when shopping.
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Breastmilk For Your Hospitalized Infant
Mothers who need to express milk for several weeks or months will need to use a hospital grade electric breast pump.
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Oral Stimulation
Oral stim is positive touch to the mouth and face. The purpose of oral stim is to improve bottle and breastfeeding outcomes for your premature infant.
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Growth and Nutrition
Nutrition is an important part of your baby’s growth and development. During your stay, your baby’s growth and nutrition status will be watched often by a dietitian. Growth charts are used to keep track of a baby’s weight, length, and head circumference over a period of time.
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Insulin
Did you know there are two different types of insulin? This chapter will teach you the difference between the two and when to use each.
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High Blood Glucose (Hyperglycemia) and Ketones
Learn to manage high blood glucose and ketones.
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Healthy Coping
Have you or a family member recently been diagnosed with diabetes? Read this chapter to learn how to properly cope and prepare.
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Your Part in Research
Research is an important part of our NICUs. Find out more about how and why to participate in research studies.
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Resources at Home
We want to help you take care of your baby once he/she is discharged. These resources cover everything from fevers to colic.
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Medical Equipment in the NICU
This page will help you navigate the different medical equipment your baby is currently using.
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Benefits of Breastmilk
Giving your baby your breastmilk is the one important thing that ONLY you can do for your premature or sick baby. Your breastmilk is good for your baby’s health and nutrition. Breastmilk has nutrients and infection-fighting antibodies that newborns need to grow and develop.
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Common Terms
Educate yourself and your child about terms you are not familiar with. This chapter breaks them all down and gives you definitions of some of the terms you may not understand.
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Special Situations
Special situations can include: travel, driving, pregnancy, tobacco use or drinking alcohol. Properly prepare for these with help from this chapter.
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Complications
When you have diabetes it is possible to get acute problems or chronic problems (complications). Learn more about possible complications and what you can do to prevent them.
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Clinic Visits
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends that every 3 months anyone with diabetes should be seen by a healthcare provider who can help manage diabetes. This chapter will help you make sure you are ready for each appointment.
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Resources
Find some of the many resources available to help you manage your child's diabetes here.
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Lifelong Considerations
Things to consider like parenting tips, future pregnancies, and stress
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Discharge Planning
What happens when your baby is ready to leave the cardiac intensive care unit
Managing Your Diabetes Resource Book
Our goal is to ensure people with diabetes and their families have the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about how to live life with diabetes. This book serves as a resource and guide for you.
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Feeding Nutrition & Growth
This section covers breastfeeding, pumping, oral stimulation and growth charts.
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Tests, Procedures and Treatments
This section has some more in depth information about the tests all babies receive before leaving the hospital.
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Developmental Care
From kangaroo care to tummy time, this section is all about your baby's developmental milestones and how you can help him/her reach them.
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Common Terms
You are going to hear a lot of medical jargon in the NICU. You can always ask question but this list of common terms will be a great guide to reference during your stay.
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Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
Hypoglycemia can happen very quickly. Read this chapter to prevent low blood glucose and be prepared if yours drops too low.
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Calculating Bolus Injections
You will need to figure out (calculate) your bolus insulin dose based on carbohydrate eaten, blood glucose level or both added together. Read this chapter to learn how!
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Taking Insulin
There are three different ways you can take insulin. Learn about all of the options and how to take insulin safely.
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Insulin Dose Changes
Blood glucose levels can go up and down a lot. Make the right changes to your child’s or your own basal and bolus insulin doses for these patterns with information from this chapter.
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School
Children need adult help to manage their diabetes during the school day. Use this chapter to make a school health plan and ensure that your child can go to school and do school activities.
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Being Active
Daily exercise is important for people with diabetes. This chapter will teach you how to balance food, insulin, and activity.
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Sick Days
Blood glucose levels are often harder to control when a person with diabetes is sick. Properly prepare for sick days with this chapter.
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Glucagon and Mini-Dose Glucagon
Properly administer glucagon in an emergency with instructions in this chapter.
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Nutrition
Children need good nutrition to grow into healthy adults. This chapter will teach you about the nutritional value of different foods and how to measure serving sizes.
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Developmental Milestones
Nationwide Children's Hospital provides a number of resources, including videos, to help you better understand your NICU baby's milestones and stay involved in his or her developmental care. Read and watch what to expect.
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Your Child's Health Care Team
There are many different members of the health care team that you may meet in the NICU. Besides a bedside nurse, every baby has a NICU medical team managing the overall care of your baby. Each team is supervised by an attending neonatologist.
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Family Guidelines in the NICU/NSCU
We want to make sure your stay at Nationwide Children’s is comfortable. These guidelines were designed to make a safe environment for your baby here in the NICU/NSCU.
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Communication With the Health Care Team
Communication between you and other members of the health care team is important so your baby can receive the best care possible. We know that many parents can’t be here during the day, but we still want you to be able to communicate with other members of the health care team.
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Kangaroo Care
Kangaroo care, or skin-to-skin contact, is good for your baby for many reasons, like keeping your baby warm. This care was first used to keep babies warm in countries that did not have warmers or incubators.
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Developmental Milestone Checklist
This checklist helps you understand your baby’s movement, environment, and most importantly, what activities you can enjoy with your baby. Only do the activities for your baby’s developmental age or younger. Learn more about your baby's developmental milestones.
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Insurance Information
As soon as you can, talk to your unit social worker to discuss your baby’s insurance coverage and any financial programs you qualify for. Please let the doctor or nurse know if you have any questions regarding insurance.
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Sounds of Love
Parents—you are your baby’s favorite singer in the world. Even if you don’t think you can sing, your babies do and they want to hear you. Nationwide Children’s Sounds of Love program can help
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Allergy Shots for Your Child
You have allergies, and your doctor thinks allergy immunotherapy, or allergy shots, might help you feel better.
Well Baby Visits
From shots and nutrition to developmental milestones and safety, learn what to expect at your baby's first well visits.
Asthma Program Resources
Nationwide Children's Hospital has developed an Asthma Booklet titled, "Tell Me About... Asthma". The resources from this booklet can be found in this section of the site. You can also download the full booklet.
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Additional Resources for Parents
Check out some additional resources that could help your child's journey with asthma.
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Asthma Resources for Professionals
Check out some additional resources that can be helpful to professionals dealing with asthma.
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Medicine and Steroid Use
There are two types of medicines for treating asthma. They are called rescue (quick-relief) medicines and controller medicines.
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What is Asthma?
Asthma is a disease of the lungs. When you have asthma, the airways are very sensitive to many things in the air. The airways may get smaller when you are around things that trigger your asthma. This is called a flare-up.
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Asthma Triggers
Many things can start an asthma flare-up. They are called triggers. Know your asthma triggers and avoid them.
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Asthma Teamwork: Working with Your Doctor
Come prepared. Bring all of your medicines, spacer and any questions you may have. Tell your doctor about any asthma symptoms you have had.
Health Numeracy: Understanding Numbers in Health
In today’s world, everyone uses the Internet. It’s a good way to find quick answers to our questions. Here are some tips for finding information about your mental health online!
eTeen Mental Health
In today’s world, everyone uses the Internet. It’s a good way to find quick answers to our questions. Here are some tips for finding information about your mental health online!
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Lawyers for Kids
Nationwide Children’s Hospital can provide patients free legal help through Lawyers for Kids (LFK). Patients can meet with LFK attorneys to receive free and confidential legal help on issues affecting their health and well-being.
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Quiz: Is Your Asthma Under Control?
Do you take your rescue (quick-relief) medicine more than TWO times PER WEEK?
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Using an Asthma Action Plan
Sit down with your doctor to develop an Asthma Action Plan. A plan can be very helpful, especially during an asthma flare-up.
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Hitting Harms, Hugging Helps
Hospital visits can feel stressful. Here are tips to help when you or your child are running out of patience. When patience wears out, please remember hitting harms, hugging helps.
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Other Resources
Access more COVID-19 resources from CAP4Kids and The Center for Family Safety and Healing.
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Time Warner Cable, Mid Ohio to Donate Teddy Bears and Backpacks to Nationwide Children's Hospital Hematology/Oncology Unit
WHAT: Twenty employees from Time Warner Cable, Mid Ohio will donate custom made teddy bears and Connect A Million Minds backpacks to Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hematology/Oncology Unit staff for distribution to patients living with cancer.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Researchers Receive Neurology Award for Contribution to Clinical Neuroscience
Jerry Mendell, MD, director of the Center for Gene Therapy in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and his fellow researchers, are the latest recipients of the Annals of Neurology prize for an outstanding contribution to clinical neuroscience. The study which helped Dr.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Earns Spot on the 2011 InformationWeek 500 List of Top Technology Innovators Across America
Nationwide Children’s Hospital was named to the InformationWeek 500, an annual listing of the nation’s most innovative users of business technology. Nationwide Children’s ranked 107 on the list.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Reminds Parents of Asthmatic Children to be Proactive This Flu and Allergy Season
With cold and flu season quickly approaching, and allergy season already upon us, doctors at Nationwide Children’s Hospital remind parents to take simple action steps that will protect their asthmatic children from having severe flare-ups.
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Pediatric Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disorders Textbook Published
Two decades after the first edition, a third edition of the definitive textbook on stroke in children -- Pediatric Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disorders -- has been published by Demos Medical Publishing of New York City. Lead author E.
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TWIG Bazaar Slated for November 13 at Ohio Expo Center
In its 89th year, the TWIG Bazaar is back and offers attendees the opportunity to purchase unique, handcrafted gifts created by TWIG members with all proceeds benefitting the Rehabilitation Unit at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The Bazaar will be held 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
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AAPD Announces Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center Director
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the recognized leader in children's oral health, today announced the appointment of Dr. Paul S. Casamassimo as Director of the AAPD Pediatric Oral Health Research and Policy Center (POHRPC).
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The Diabetes Center at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Recognized by American Diabetes Association
The Diabetes Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital was awarded the prestigious American Diabetes Association Education Recognition Certificate by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for meeting National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education.
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The Center for Family Safety and Healing
The Family Violence Coalition at Nationwide Children’s Hospital has a new name. Effective immediately, it will be known as The Center for Family Safety and Healing.
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Survey details inconsistencies in how concussions are managed in high school athletes
Concussions account for nearly 15 percent of all sport-related injuries in high school athletes, according to researchers at Children's Hospital Boston.
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Study Finds Orally-Fed Infants Experience More Instances of Acid Reflux than Tube-Fed Infants
Infants who are fed through a tube from the nasal cavity to the stomach are not at an increased risk for acid reflux events. However, that is not the case for infants who are orally-fed; these infants having a higher risk of developing acid reflux.
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Study: Children Experience Differing Changes One Year After a Siblings Death from Cancer
The majority of children experience personal changes and changes in relationships one year after their sibling has died from cancer; however, positive and negative changes are not universal.
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Shepherd Appointed Neonatology Section Chief at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Edward G. Shepherd, MD, has been appointed Chief of the Section of Neonatology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Shepherd has served as a neonatologist at Nationwide Children’s since 2005 while also holding a role as assistant professor of Clinical Pediatrics at The Ohio State
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Songs for Sound: Behind The Music
Join us for Songs for Sound: Behind The Music on Friday, December 9, 2011 at the Bluestone (583 East Broad St.) from 7 to 11 p.m. This intimate evening with the Nashville singer/songwriters directly benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital and Ohio State Researchers Design a Viral Vector to Treat a Genetic Form of Blindness
Researchers at Ohio State University Medical Center and Nationwide Children’s Hospital have developed a viral vector designed to deliver a gene into the eyes of people born with an inherited, progressive form of blindness that affects mainly males.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receives Quality Care Award from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
During a ceremony held November 5, 2011 in Anaheim, Calif., the Pulmonary Medicine team at Nationwide Children’s Hospital received the 2011 Quality Care Award from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Clinical Trial to Use Drug to Boost Immune System Function in Critically Injured Children, May Prevent Infection
Thanks to funding from the National Institutes of Health, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will test the ability of a drug commonly used to improve immune function in pediatric cancer patients to help prevent hospital-acquired infection after severe trauma.
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Study Finds that Childrens Asthma Care Measure Compliance is Not Associated with Reductions in Readmissions or Emergency Room Visits
One of three Children’s Asthma Care (CAC) core measures adopted by the Joint Commission shows no significant link between measure compliance and a decrease in asthma-related readmission or emergency care following an initial admission for treatment of asthma, according to a study in the
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Study details the effects of computerized neurocognitive testing for high school athletes with concussions
Only 40% of United States (US) high schools use computerized neurocognitive tests when assessing sport-related concussions, according to researchers at Children’s Hospital Boston. This is unfortunate, as these neurocognitive assessments are capable of detecting incomplete recovery.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Transport Team Receives Award from the Association of Air Medical Services
The Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) is proud to announce its 2011 Community Awards recipients. Each year, these national awards are presented to individuals and organizations that exemplify the best of the air-medical and critical-care-ground transport community.
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Physicians at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Warn Consumers of the Dangers of Button Batteries
With the increasing production of electronic products in the consumer market, more button batteries are found in the home setting. From remote controls and watches to musical greeting cards and toys, these small, shiny objects are the perfect size for a curious child to swallow or even push into
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Kroger Matches Customer Contribution for $200,000 Donation to Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Kroger customers confirmed “Kids Come First” when they donated $100,000 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus, during Child Safety Month in September.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Information Sessions on Weight Loss Surgery for Adolescents
On Tuesday, November 29 and Tuesday, December 13, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will host Bariatric Surgery Information Sessions to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity. Both sessions begin at 5 p.m.
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'Cards for Kids' Slated for October 18
TWIG III invites participants to ‘Deal A Hand’ for Nationwide Children’s Hospital by attending Cards for Kids on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Drive in Upper Arlington.
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'Design Magic' to Benefit Safe Kids Central Ohio
The public is invited to hear “Design Magic” with renowned interior designer, Sally Morse on Tuesday, November 1, 2011, at 7 p.m. at the Worthington Hills Country Club, 920 Clubview Blvd. in Columbus. Tickets are $15 per person or two for $25 and proceeds benefit Safe Kids Central Ohio.
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Media Advisory: A special day for a Nationwide Childrens Hospital family as they prepare to move into newly built home
WHAT: A special day for a Nationwide Children’s Hospital family as they prepare to move into newly built home Nationwide Children’s Hospital partners with City of Columbus, United Way to build home near hospital to accommodate family’s needs WHEN: Wednesday, October 19, 2011 10
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Gail Besner, MD, Receives R01 Grant from National Institutes of Health to Continue Research on Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Gail Besner, MD, principal investigator in the Center for Perinatal Research in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been awarded a 4-year R01 grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue her work on heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor (HB-EGF) and
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Media Advisory: Macys to Present Donation to Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: Macy’s to Present Donation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital Gift part of the Memorial Tournament Bears for Children’s Program WHEN: Friday, October 14, 2011 11:30 a.m. *11:15 a.m.
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Media Advisory: A Special Day for Those Who Cherish Every Day Survivorship Celebration
WHAT: A Special Day for Those Who Cherish Every Day Survivorship Celebration Nationwide Children’s Hospital cancer survivors celebrate with families, friends and hospital staff Sunday in Hilliard WHEN: Sunday, October 2, 2011 1:30 p.m. – media opportunity *event lasts until 5 p.m.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announces Successful Completion of Miracles At Play Challenge Supported by Nationwide Insurance and Wolfe Associates, Inc.
Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced today the successful completion of the Miracles At Play challenge with 100,000 people signing up to support the movement, resulting in a $100,000 gift from Wolfe Associates, Inc.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Announces New Surgeons Deans and Minneci to Lead Center for Surgical Outcomes Research
Katherine J. Deans, MD, MHSc, and Peter C. Minneci, MD, MHSc, have joined the Department of Pediatric Surgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and will co-direct the new Center for Surgical Outcomes Research (CSOR) at Nationwide Children’s.
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Ticket Sales Kick off for Seussical the Musical
Ticket sales began today for “Seussical,” presented by Pleasure Guild (PG) of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, with performances scheduled for March 2, 3 and 4, 2012, at the Palace Theatre in Columbus.
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"Christines Christmas" Concert Slated for December 10
During the holidays, we reflect on loved ones who have touched our lives and hearts. In 2003, Christine Wilson and four of her friends perished in a tragic arson near the campus of The Ohio State University.
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Bacteria Responsible for Middle Ear Infections, Pink Eye and Sinusitis May Protect Themselves by Stealing Immune Molecules
Bacteria responsible for middle ear infections, pink eye and sinusitis protect themselves from further immune attack by transporting molecules meant to destroy them away from their inner membrane target, according to a study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Columbus Hospitals Awarded Grant for Neuroscience Trials
As part of a select group of 25 national clinical sites, The Ohio State University Medical Center and Nationwide Children’s Hospital received a seven year grant which supports clinical trials for neurologic diseases.
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Learn more about Physician Career Opportunities
Please submit your information in the form below. A recruiter will follow up with you via email.
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Management Careers
As the hospital’s leaders, our Management staff ensures that specific outcomes are attained. They manage departments and staff to effectively utilize resources in obtaining a common goal.
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Becoming a Respiratory Therapist
Interested in becoming a Respiratory Therapist? We have gathered a few resources to help you on this exciting journey. To find the information that's best suited to your needs, select one of the links below.
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Link To Us
If you would like to offer visitors to your website an easy link to Nationwide Children's Hospital information and services or to show your support of the organization, we encourage you to add a text or graphic link to the hospital from the options below.
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Medical Record Amendment Request Form
You have the right to request to amend health information we maintain about you or your child if you believe the health information is inaccurate or incomplete. Click here to submit an amendment request form.
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Urgent Appointments
We strive to schedule all patients in a timely manner, but we recognize some patients need to be seen on an urgent basis. Learn about our Urgent Appointment Promise.
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COVID-19 Updates
We offer several services to support efforts against the novel coronavirus causing COVID-19, including a Patient Information and Testing Hotline, a Provider Information Line and a drive-up testing site.
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Physician Liaisons
Our physician liaisons provide a critical connection to the hospital. It's another way we strive to better serve physicians, their office staff and patients.
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Patient Satisfaction Survey
Patient families may receive a survey after their child’s visit either via email or postal mail. If one is received, we hope you will take the short survey to share your thoughts about what we do well and what we can do better. This will help us improve the care we provide your family, friends and neighbors.
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Provider Update Preferences Form
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Visitors
To make the most of your visit with a patient at Nationwide Children's Hospital, you can learn more about visiting hours, how to get in touch with a patient, parking information and more.
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Billing Q&A
Have questions about your child's bill? Here are answers to our most frequently asked questions.
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Residency Wellness
Taking care of the emotional and mental well-being of our residents is a top priority at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Arriving at the Hospital
When you come to Nationwide Children's Hospital, we are here to help your arrival go smoothly.
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Crossroads Registration
Registration for the clinics listed below will be in a central location on the main level near the middle of our campus. The new Crossroads Registration will make registration faster and easier. Crossroads Registration is near the Crossroads Welcome Desk.
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Visiting Student Elective in Pediatrics for Medical Students
The goal of our rotation is to expose a diverse group of senior medical students from outside institutions to clinical training in our academic pediatrics program.
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Visiting Resident Rotation
The Department of Pediatrics Visiting Resident Rotation program welcomes residents from diverse backgrounds who are pursuing fellowship training in a pediatric subspecialty an opportunity to spend a four-week rotation in the specialty of their choosing.
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Paperless Billing
Exciting news! Starting March 1, 2023, Nationwide Children’s Hospital has transitioned to paperless billing. This means you’ll now receive your billing statements securely and conveniently through your MyChart account.
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Going Home
Your child's return home from the hospital will go more smoothly for everyone in the family if you prepare and know what to expect.
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Medical Student Rotations
Nationwide Children's Hospital works in conjunction with The Ohio State University to provide rotations for fourth year medical students.
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Learn More
I would like to be contacted to learn more about GME programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Insurance Q&A
Nationwide Children's Hospital contracts with health plans in order to include all of our services. However, even if Nationwide Children's Hospital is listed in your health plan's Provider Directory as a participating or preferred hospital, it does not mean that all of Nationwide Children's
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Employee Rights
If the health care plan you are offered does not meet your child's needs, ask your employer's human resources or personnel department about a child-friendly health care plan. Here are some questions you may want to ask your employer or health plan.
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Fast Facts
Our mission. Our vision. Our locations. Our leadership. Learn the facts about Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Research Collaborations
Our partnerships are a defining piece of our culture at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Our collaborations lead to discoveries meant to help children worldwide, not limiting our reach to only one part of the state or country.
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Resource Center
This is a list of links including state and federal resources that you may find to be helpful.
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Education and Training
Learning is a part of everything we do. Together, with our partners, our learning programs range from those that help patients and families understand their diagnoses and treatments, enhancing the skill and competence of current pediatric providers to training future generations of clinical and research experts.
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Advocacy Tools
Elected officials and their offices can gather the latest Nationwide Children's data and publications, take a virtual tour of the hospital, and find points of contact for the needs of your office.
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Meet Our Government Relations Team
Meet the Government Relations Team at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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History and Milestones
When a group of central Ohio women established Children’s Hospital 125 years ago, it was done with the belief everything matters in the care of a child. Now the nation’s largest children’s hospital and pediatric research institute, Nationwide Children’s Hospital resides in the same downtown setting where it was founded in 1894.
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Mission, Vision & Values
Nationwide Children's believes that no child should be refused necessary care and attention for lack of ability to pay. Upon this fundamental belief, Nationwide Children's is committed to providing the highest quality care.
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The Kids Mental Health Foundation
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is the founder and creator of the nation’s leading children’s mental health movement, The Kids Mental Health Foundation.
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Government Relations
Government Relations advocates for effective public policy involving child health and facilitates interactions with public officials through a variety of advocacy efforts.
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Philanthropy
When you give to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, you change lives. Generous partners from across the country play an enormous part in enabling Nationwide Children’s to change the future of pediatric research and care. These supporters make stories of hope possible.
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Community and Advocacy
Working with local and national leaders is a focal point for improving child health.
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Your Care Team
Get to know your care team at The Heart Center at Nationwide Children's and learn about our Family Centered Rounds.
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About Your Room
Learn about meals, room controls and other basics in your room at The Heart Center at Nationwide Children's.
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About the Unit
Learn about the The Heart Center Unit at Nationwide Children's. Find information about coming and going, family amenities and patient safety features.
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Rankings & Ratings
Beginning in 2017-18, U.S. News & World Report started using a new way of calculating rankings. Our team explains what you and your family need to know.
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Atrioventricular (AV) Septal Defect: Repair
If your baby's heart has an Atrioventricular or AV Septal Defect, your child's doctor may recommend a procedure to repair it. The goals of an AV Septal Defect repair are to close the hole between the chambers of your child's heart and repair the valves. AV Septal Defect animations and models were developed by The Heart Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital to give families a better understanding of your child's diagnosis and potential treatment options.
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Pulse Oximetry
A routine test called Pulse Oximetry can help identify most infants with critical congenital heart disease.
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Cardiac Anesthesia
The mission of the Section of Cardiac Anesthesia program is to provide high quality, comprehensive anesthesiology services for our patients throughout The Heart Center.
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Advanced Cardiac Imaging
The Advanced Cardiac Imaging Laboratory is a comprehensive center that utilizes multidisciplinary expertise to provide the most accurate and timely diagnosis for our patients.
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Cardiac MRI
The Cardiac MRI team has state-of-the-art scanners with collaboration between The Heart Center and Radiology teams.
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Cardiac Critical Care
Our dedicated cardiothoracic intensive care unit (CTICU) and separate cardiac step-down unit were designed to be the optimum environment to care for the complex and unique needs of our cardiac patients.
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Electrophysiology & Pacing
The electrophysiologists and other specialists at The Heart Center provide a full range of services focused on the needs of children diagnosed with conditions such as arrhythmia and fainting.
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Echocardiography
The echocardiography laboratory at Nationwide Children’s interprets over 11,000 echocardiograms per year and is the largest volume echocardiography laboratory in the state.
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Home Monitoring
The Heart Center's Home Monitoring Program arms parents with the ability to monitor weight and oxygen levels at home to help prevent illness and to provide early detection of changing cardiac status.
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Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
An atrial septal defect is an abnormally large hole between the upper chambers of the heart that remains after birth, which can lead to enlargement of the heart, abnormal heart rhythm and damage blood vessels in the lungs. Depending on the size of the hole, a catheter or surgical procedure may be recommended to repair the hole with a device or a patch.
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Hybrid Stage 1 Procedure
Hypoplastic left heart syndrome is a condition in which one lower chamber of the heart is either underdeveloped, too small or missing a valve. The first surgery for treating hypoplastic left heart syndrome happens a few days after birth and improves the ability blood flow to the baby’s body.
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Hybrid Comprehensive Stage 2 Procedure
Hypoplastic left heart syndrome is a condition in which one lower chamber of the heart is either underdeveloped, too small or missing a valve. The Stage II procedure is usually performed four to six months after stage I. It decreases the amount of blood the right ventricle has to pump while creating improved blood flow from the upper body to the lungs.
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Hybrid Stage 3 Fontan Procedure
The Fontan procedure is the third and final surgery to treat hypoplastic left heart syndrome, and usually happens between two and five years of age. This procedure improves blood flow from the lower body to the lungs, which further decreases the workload of the single ventricle and improves oxygen levels.
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Normal Heart vs. Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
Hypoplastic left heart syndrome is a condition in which one lower chamber of the heart is either underdeveloped, too small or missing a valve. This video shows the difference in anatomy between a hypoplastic left heart and a normal heart.
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Tetralogy of Fallot
Tetralogy of Fallot is a heart defect made up of four different heart problems: ventricular septal defect, overriding aorta, pulmonary stenosis and right ventricular hypertrophy. These problems result in cyanotic, or blue, skin on babies because of a lack of oxygen.
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Patent Ductus Arteriosus
If your baby has a heart problem called the Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA), your child's doctor may recommend a procedure to fix it called a Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occulusion.
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Fetal Echocardiography
Fetal echocardiography is a specialized ultrasound test performed during pregnancy to evaluate the position, size, structure, function and rhythm of the unborn baby’s heart.
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Atrioventricular (AV) Septal Defect: Overview
One of the conditions The Heart Center supports is called an Atrioventricular (AV) Septal Defect. An AV Septal Defect is a birth defect of the valves separating the hearts upper and lower chamber and the walls between the chambers. Atrioventricular (AV) Septal Defect animations and models were developed by The Heart Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital to give families a better understanding of your child's diagnosis and potential treatment options.
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Interventional Cardiology
Interventional cardiology is an internationally recognized program that provides a full spectrum of diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures.
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Mechanical Cardiopulmonary Assist Program
The Mechanical Cardiopulmonary Assist Program (MCPAP) provides hope to the most fragile pediatric and adult patients facing heart, lung or heart/lung transplants.
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Cardiac Cath Suites
The Heart Center has taken a cutting-edge leap with the opening of two hybrid cardiac suites, which combine innovations in catheterization, diagnostic and telecommunication technologies.
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Hybrid Congenital Cardiac Operating Suite
Unlike catheratization suites, the Hybrid Operating Suite is designed specifically around the cardiac surgeon and cardiac surgical patient, offering new advanced access and imaging in the operating room.
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Resources for Professionals
Check out our resources for professionals for Interventional Cardiology.
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Medical Cardiology
The Heart Center offers a wealth of services such as adult medicine, in-house attending neonatologists and cardiac intensivists and dedicated cardiac anesthesiologists who deliver high-quality care day and night.
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Patient Concierge and Navigator Program
The Heart Center offers services to help families navigate each phase of their care at Nationwide Children’s. We are here to assist you with both your clinical and nonclinical needs.
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Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Outcomes Program
The Heart Center’s Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Outcomes Program (CNOP) evaluates children with congenital heart disease who are at a higher risk for developmental delays or concerns and helps them reach their full potential.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Lacrosse
Learn about some helpful ways you can make sure your body is in its top physical shape to compete as a lacrosse player.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Ice Hockey
Learn about some helpful ways you can make sure your body is in its top physical shape to compete as an ice hockey player.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Gymnastics
Learn about some helpful ways to keep your body in its most graceful shape.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Golf
Learn more about some helpful ways to make sure your body is in its best shape to score under par.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Football
Learn about some helpful ways to make sure your body is in its best shape for the big game.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Field Hockey
Learn some helpful tips about how you can prevent injury while playing field hockey so that you can spend more time enjoying the game.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Dance
Learn about some helpful ways to keep your body in its best dancing shape.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Cross Country
Learn about some helpful ways to keep your body in its best running shape.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Cheerleading
Learn about some helpful ways to prevent injury when cheering your team to victory.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Basketball
Learn about some helpful ways to keep your body in its best shape to stay to compete in the game of basketball.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Track and Field
Here are some helpful ways to keep your body in its best shape to run track and field.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Tennis
Here are some helpful ways to keep your body in its best shape to play tennis.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Softball
Here are some tips and information about how to make sure your body is ready for competitive play.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Soccer
Here are some tips and information to help you manage your body in order to prevent injuries and enjoy the sport you love.
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Sports Medicine Resources for Baseball
Baseball is the American past-time. Learn about some helpful ways to keep your body in its best shape to play the game.
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Sports Medicine Partner Priority Scheduling
As a valued community partner, our Sports Medicine Priority Scheduling and Injury Hotline gives you immediate access to an athletic trainer.
Programs
Learn more about the programs offered by the Section of Radiology at Nationwide Children's.
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Can I Go Back In Yet?
The decision of when to return to sports/physical activity can be tricky at best. Pain is not always the best indicator. Many injuries feel better before they are completely healed leaving the body vulnerable to re-injury.
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Cauliflower Ear
Cauliflower ear, or “hematoma auris”, is a collection of blood between the cartilage of the ear and the skin. When the ear lobe is repetitively struck or bent, as in taking a helmet on and off, the underlying cartilage is traumatized.
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Let's Play Ball
Coaches and parents of young baseball players, or any athlete in a throwing sport, often have questions about throwing injuries and how to prevent them.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about the team of experts in the Lupus, Vasculitis and Glomerulonephritis Clinic.
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Elbow Injuries in Young Throwers
With the increasing participation and competitive level of today’s youth sports, more adolescent and pediatric patients are being evaluated and treated for a variety of elbow injuries.
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Scapular Dyskinesis
For most people, the scapula moves in abnormal ways due to the repetitive use of the shoulder. These changes, though sometimes asymptomatic, can increase the chances of injury.
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Game Day Fueling Plan for Athletes
The following are suggestions from Nationwide Children's Hospital on what a young athlete should eat and drink before, during and after a sporting event.
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Highlights of the OHSAA Concussion Policy
Are you familiar with the OHSAA concussion policy? The policy states that all adults involved with high school athletics are responsible for knowing, understanding, and following this policy.
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Hip Pointers
The term “hip pointer” is often used as a catch all phrase for any injury resulting in pain to the front of the hip. However, this is not always the case.
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Kid's Sports Injuries: The Numbers are Impressive
Physical activity is necessary for normal growth in children. However, when the activity level becomes too intense or too excessive in a short time period, tissue breakdown and injury can occur.
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Is Your Rotator Cuff A Sore Subject?
What exactly is the rotator cuff? The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that form to hold parts of the shoulder together.
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Is Your Ankle Playing Tricks on You?
Ankle sprains happen. Athletes learn the concepts of P.R.I.C.E. (Protect, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) early in their career as a way to manage acute (recent) injuries with swelling and pain.
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Preventative Measures for Asthmatic Athletes
The seasonal transition often takes a toll on asthmatic athletes. With proper education and prevention, asthma shouldn’t have to sideline your child.
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Somatic Dysfunction
Somatic dysfunction is defined as impaired or altered functions of related components of the somatic (body framework) system. It can include the musculoskeletal, nervous, or lymphatic systems.
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New Guidelines: Sports and Energy Drinks
Unfortunately energy drinks often target children and adolescents advertising that by drinking them you can “increase your energy, decrease fatigue, and enhance concentration and mental alertness.”
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Weighing the Risks of Obesity
Regular physical activity reduces the risk of developing medical disorders linked to obesity. These three key points can help your child develop an overall sense of well-being.
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Making Healthy Choices on the Road
Eating on the road, especially during competition and tournaments, is important and takes extra pre-planning. The extra effort is worth it to make sure your young athlete has the proper fuel for optimal performance.
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Little League Elbow
Today, "little league elbow" includes injuries that are not only unique to the immature upper extremity, but also to the specific demands of sports like baseball, tennis, golf and gymnastics.
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How to Choose Running Shoes
Shoes that are chosen specifically for foot type and fitted properly can help keep athletes healthy and possibly prevent injuries such as shin splints and stress fractures.
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Breaking Stride
Fractures and dislocations are two of the more serious types of injuries that can occur during an athletic event. Early recognition and prompt medical treatment are extremely important with these injuries in athletes.
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Promoting Youth Fitness
Youth fitness has steadily declined over the past decade and childhood obesity is at an all time high. Here are some ideas to help empower the kids to make good activity choices.
Available Equipment
The Department of Radiology, located on the ground floor of the hospital’s main building, uses several different kinds of equipment.
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The Sprains and Strains of Sporting Injuries
Sprains and strains are some of the most common types of injuries in any sport. They involve the stretching or tearing of tissue.
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Strength Training for Children
Strength training has proven to be a safe and effective method of conditioning for adults. Learn if strength training is okay for children and adolescents.
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Stretching for Swimmers
Stretching is an important part of fitness that is often overlooked. A good stretching routine for swimmers can help decrease muscle injuries and improve performance.
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To Tape or to Brace... is that the Question?
Ankle sprains are the most common sports-relates injuries in the United States, accounting for an estimated 12 million injuries per year. These injuries can result in significant time away from games and practices.
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Stocking a Medical Kit
A well-stocked medical kit can make all the difference when caring for injuries both at home or on the field.
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X-ray
An x-ray, sometimes called a radiography, is a noninvasive and painless exam that uses electromagnetic waves to see an area of interest on your body.
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Interventional Radiology
Our interventional radiology team has long been the national leaders of innovation in minimally invasive radiologic procedures for conditions such as Aneurysmal Bone Cysts, Dermoid Cyst Ablation, Lymphatic Malformation and Salivary Gland Ablation.
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Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine is a branch of radiology imaging that uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose, determine the severity of disease, or treat a disease.
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Body Imaging
Our body imaging team is specifically trained in diagnosing diseases and disorders of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, and gastrointestinal tracts using the latest CT and MR technologies in the safest way possible.
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CT Scan
A CT (Computed Tomography) is a type of imaging that uses x-rays to takes pictures of your body.
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Nuclear Medicine Scan
A nuclear medicine scan is a type of exam that takes pictures of your child's body. It can be used to study the function and structure of body.
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Neuroradiology
Working closely with physicians in neuro-oncology and neurosurgery, our neuroradiologists provide comprehensive examination using the latest CT, PET-CT, and MRI equipment in a safe and comfortable environment for patients and their families.
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Wrist Sprains
Most often wrist sprains are caused by a fall on an outstretched arm. The wrist is forced back into hyperextension, stretching or tearing the soft tissue in the area including the ligaments.
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Children’s Imaging Biomarker Alliance (CIBA)
The Children’s Imaging Biomarker Alliance (CIBA) aims to develop, validate, and integrate imaging biomarkers specific to pediatric disease across all pediatric specialties in the safest and most cost-effective way possible.
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Pediatric Radiography Board
The Columbus Pediatric Radiography Board is designed to assist imaging professionals in acquiring high quality, reproducible images in pediatric patients less than 3-4 years of age.
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3D Printing Lab
The 3D Printing Lab provides personalized diagnostic and treatment solutions for clinicians and patients in a convenient and collaborative in-house setting. The lab uses a variety of imaging data sources to create patient-specific models of any internal anatomy or device that may be used in pre-surgical evaluation or simulation to determine the best management approach.
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Pediatric Advanced Imaging Resource
As an arm of the Imaging and Innovation Research office, the Pediatric Advanced Imaging Resource serves as a centralized service for image analysis using both FDA-approved and research-specific software packages is provided by skilled analysts.
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Commonly Ordered Procedures
Find a list of commonly ordered procedures and download the complete outpatient procedure code list.
Webinars & Presentations
View presentations given by the Radiology staff at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Pediatric Nursing
Welcome to your search for nursing information at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Our patient care teams are made up of high-performing leaders who care enough for their patients to go the extra mile to strive to be better.
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Office of Technology Commercialization
The Office of Technology Commercialization facilitates the transfer of innovations to external partners for the benefit of our community and the general public.
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Project ADAM Ohio
Project ADAM (Automated Defibrillators in Adam's Memory) aims to prevent sudden cardiac death in children and adolescents through education and implementation of life-saving programs.
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CAP4Kids
The Children’s Advocacy Project for Kids (CAP4Kids) offers information on everything from after-school programs and housing to mental health resources and services for kids with special needs.
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Human-Cell-Derived Model of ALS Provides a New Way to Study the Majority of Cases
For decades, scientists have studied a laboratory mouse model that develops signs of the paralyzing disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as they age.
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Nationwide Childrens Counts Down to New Campus Opening
Today, Nationwide Children’s Hospital marked a major milestone toward the opening of its expanded downtown campus by unveiling concepts for new hospital interiors, outdoor green space as well as a refreshed identity and logo.
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Ohio Dental Association Foundation Surpasses $544,000 in Scholarships and Grants Awarded
The Ohio Dental Association Foundation (ODAF), largely supported by Ohio Dental Association member dentists, has now awarded more than half a million dollars to support dental education to students and programs throughout Ohio.
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Team Benjamin Sets Its Sights on Nationwide Insurance Columbus Marathon
Seven-year-old Benjamin Cox is almost certain to cross the finish line of the Nationwide Insurance Columbus Marathon one small step ahead of his father, Matt Cox (the Cox family is from Cleveland, OH 44114).
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TWIG N Treasures Tag Sale September 23-25 to benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WIG 2 and 3 will host TWIG N’ Treasures Tag Sale benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital Friday-Sunday, September 23-25, 2011 in the Bexley Square Shopping Center located at 2216 E. Main St. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon – 4 p.m.
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Media Advisory: Kroger Kids Come First Campaign Kick-Off Celebration
WHAT: Kroger “Kids Come First” Campaign Kick-Off Celebration Kroger campaign benefits Nationwide Children’s Hospital; runs through October 1, 2011 WHEN: Friday, September 9, 2011 4 - 6 p.m.
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Inaugural Live Comedy Event to Help Terminally Ill Kids
Pleasure Guild, an auxiliary women’s volunteer group of Nationwide Children’s Hospital that fundraises specifically on behalf of the hospital’s Hospice and Palliative Care Program, will host “Laughing, Living, Giving” on October 5, 2011 from 6 to 9 p.m.
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Patient Conference on Little-Known Brain Disorder To Be Held at Nationwide Children's Hospital, August 13-14, 2011
Intracranial hypertension (IH) patients, their families and others will travel from across the country, Canada and the Mideast to attend the 2011 Intracranial Hypertension Research Foundation Patient Conference at Nationwide Children's Hospital on August 13-14, 2011.
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Kohls Donates More Than $300,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Kohl’s Department Store, through the Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, will announce a $306,153 donation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital during a check presentation ceremony Sunday, September 18, 2011 at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium’s Fall Festival.
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Pumpkinpalooza Rescheduled for October 8 Due to Weather
The 3rd annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza, benefiting the Rehabilitation Unit at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 8, 2011 at Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala due to the weather and wet conditions.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receives Award for Supporting Breastfeeding Mothers in the Workplace
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is one of the first businesses in the state to be awarded the Healthy Ohio Breastfeeding Friendly Employer Award by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH).
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Neonatal and Infant Feeding Disorders Program Saves Infants from Lifetime of Feeding Tubes
An innovative approach to treating neonatal feeding problems at Nationwide Children’s Hospital has allowed infants who were struggling to feed orally to be discharged earlier and without feeding tubes, subsequently saving millions of annual healthcare charges.
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2011 BIA Parade of Homes Slated for June 11 - 26
The 2011 Parade of Homes, presented by the Building Industry Association (BIA) of central Ohio, will run Saturday, June 11 through Sunday, June 26 at Olentangy Falls in Delaware, Ohio. The BIA/Fifth Third Bank Preview Party will take place 6 – 10 p.m. Friday, June 10.
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Catheterization Recommended for Treating Pediatric Heart Conditions
Doctors should consider using catheterization as a treatment tool in addition to its established role in diagnosing children with heart defects, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Ironton Close To HomeSM Center and ChildLab Moves to New Site in South Point, Ohio
Effective, May 2, 2011, the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Close To HomeSM Center in Ironton, Ohio will move to 55 Township Road, 508E, South Point, Ohio 45680 for approximately six months.
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Lavender Ribbons Hosts a dvine affair June 3
Lavender Ribbons, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for cancer support in central Ohio including cancer support offered at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host a d’vine affair Friday, June 3, 2011.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Ranks in All Ten Specialties in U.S. News Media Group's 2011-2012 Best Children's Hospitals Rankings
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been ranked in all 10 specialties in U.S. News Media Group’s Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, now available online at www.usnews.com/childrenshospitals.
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A New Study on Self-Injury Behavior Encourages Quick and Targeted Intervention
While the disturbing act of self-injury is nothing new to adolescents, researchers and physicians at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have identified a more severe type of behavior that is raising some concern among medical professionals.
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Fairfield Medical Center Uses Telemedicine Technology
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Fairfield Medical Center have come together to provide families from rural areas the chance to benefit from the pediatric expertise Nationwide Children’s specialists have to offer.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Researchers Receive NIH Grant for the Move Toward Clinical Trials Targeting the Lysosomal Storage Disease MPSIIIB
Investigators at Nationwide Children’s have received a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to help move a therapy for MPS IIIB that has been shown effective in mice toward clinical trials in humans.
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Two Brothers Born With Forms of Cleft Lip and Palate Raises Awareness of Condition and Risk Factors
Carter and Mason Osborne have a lot in common. Not only are they brothers who love to laugh, they also share one unique characteristic; they were born with forms of cleft lip and palate.
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As Budget Battles Are Waged, Central Ohio Family Speaks Out for Preserving Childrens Access to Care
One Pickerington family is bringing their story of heartache and hope to Washington D.C. this month to help Congress understand the importance of protecting pediatric care in face of growing budget concerns.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Receives Nonprofit IT Creativity Awards from GroundWork group
Eleven Central Ohio nonprofits were honored and the nonprofit community was celebrated this afternoon at GroundWork group Columbus’s inaugural Nonprofit IT Creativity Awards before a crowd of 200 nonprofit organization representatives, business and community leaders at the OSU Fawcett Center
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Pleasure Guild Announces Nearly $350,000 Donation to Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Pleasure Guild, a 103-year-old organization committed to raising funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Hospice and Palliative Care program, recently presented a check totaling $346,238.20 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nelin Appointed Neonatology Division Chief at Nationwide Childrens Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine
Leif Nelin, M.D., has been appointed Chief of the Division of Neonatology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Medicine. “Dr.
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'Grab the Bull by the Horns' and Take On This Year's Bull Run
The 8th Annual Bull Run, presented by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, will kick off Saturday, August 6, 2011 at McPherson Commons, also known as Arch Park, located at 218 West Street in Columbus.
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Joliet Franciscan Sisters announce the 2011 Honorees of the Mother Alfred Moes Award and The Franciscan Heritage Award
The Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate of Joliet, Illinois, are pleased to announce the 2011 honorees for the Mother Alfred Moes Award and The Franciscan Heritage Award. Among the honorees are three from the Joliet-area and a Columbus, Ohio, resident.
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MDA Collaborates with AVI BioPharma on First Phase 2 Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial of Exon-51 Skipping Drug as Potential Therapy for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
More than a decade of targeted Muscular Dystrophy Association-funded research, made possible as a result of generous public support of the MDA Labor Day Telethon and thousands of grassroots special events, has culminated in MDA providing financial assistance for the start of the first phase 2
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Information Sessions on Weight Loss Surgery for Adolescents
On Tuesday, August 30 and Tuesday, September 6, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will host Bariatric Surgery Information Sessions to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity. Both sessions begin at 5 p.m.
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New Study Examines Window Fall-Related Injuries Among Youth
Windows are a part of everyday life for children in the United States. While many parents know that windows can be a hazard for their child, they may not be aware just how often things can take a turn for the worse.
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Autism Speaks Launches "Blood Draw" Tool Kit; Practical Guidance for Parents and Providers
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), routine medical procedures such as having their blood drawn can be very difficult. Communication and social interaction deficits and reliance on fixed routines experienced by many children with ASD are the significant factors to be considered when
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HIMSS Analytics Honors Nationwide Childrens Hospital with Stage 6 Recognition
HIMSS Analytics announced Nationwide Children’s Hospital has achieved Stage 6 on the EMR Adoption ModelSM (EMRAM). Nationwide Children’s is one of only five hospitals in Ohio and the first Ohio children’s hospital to achieve Stage 6.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Honors 2011 Career Contribution Award Recipients
Nationwide Children’s Hospital staff and friends gathered Wednesday, September 7, to honor four recipients of the 2011 Career Contribution Awards. The special distinction is awarded by Nationwide Children’s medical staff to a select few of its most highly respected peers.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Applauds House of Representatives for Passing Reauthorization of Childrens Hospitals Graduate Medical Education Program
Nationwide Children’s Hospital applauds the House of Representatives for voting in favor of H.R. 1852 which reauthorizes the Children’s Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) program.
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Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Cleft Lip and Palate Center and 22q Center Family Support Groups Kick-Off
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Cleft Lip and Palate Center and 22q Center Family Support Groups Kick-Off WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 2011 from 1 to 2:30 pm (all will take a break from enjoying The Zoo and gather together) WHERE: The Columbus Zoo Waters Edge Boardwalk Shelters (near
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Media Advisory: Lauren Cheney of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team Visits with Patients at Nationwide Children's Hospital
WHAT: Lauren Cheney of the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team Visits with Patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Cheney, treated for a congenital heart defect as a child, visits with cardiac patients at the hospital WHEN: Friday, September 9, 2011 8:30 a.m.
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Annette McClure Completes Certified Trade Show Marketer (CTSM) Program
Annette McClure, Senior Marketing Strategist Tradeshows/Events at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has joined the ranks of the trade show industry’s top talent by completing EXHIBITOR’s Certified Trade Show Marketer (CTSM) accreditation program, the only university-affiliated
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Break Ground in 2011 for Second Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center
In order to meet growing sports medicine and orthopedic service needs, Nationwide Children’s Hospital plans to open a second Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center.
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Patient-Derived Embryonic Stem Cells Help Deliver Good Genes in a Model of Inherited Blood Disorder
Researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital report a gene therapy strategy that improves the condition of a mouse model of an inherited blood disorder, Beta Thalassemia. The gene correction involves using unfertilized eggs from afflicted mice to produce a batch of embryonic stem cell lines.
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Bob Evans Farms and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Partner to Improve Pediatric Diabetes Care
Bob Evans Farms, Inc. is proud to announce a partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital to fund the Bob Evans Family Clinical Diabetes Pediatric Research Fund. Bob Evans Farms, Inc.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Proves to be an Innovator in Web Excellence
In 2011, Nationwide Children’s Hospital was awarded several web awards in a variety of categories including overall website, blogs and social media channels. The website, www.NationwideChildrens.org, was redesigned in 2011 to reflect a new look and enhanced social media integration.
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Media Advisory: Songs for Sound Event Friday Evening at the Bluestone
WHAT: “Songs for Sound” Event Friday Evening at the Bluestone Event benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Friday, December 9, 2011 7-11 p.m. – media opportunity WHERE: Bluestone 583 East Broad St.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Reminds Parents to Stay Alert During Holidays
The holidays are an exciting and busy time of year as parents race to finish the shopping, decorating and baking. As the number of days left in the calendar year winds down, be sure to allow plenty of time in that hectic schedule for playing with your child and sharing holiday traditions as a
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Dr. Don Hayes Appointed Medical Director of Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Programs at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Don Hayes, MD, MS, MEd, recently joined Nationwide Children’s Hospital as medical director of the Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant programs. He comes to Nationwide Children’s from the University of Kentucky Medical Center where he served as the medical director of various programs
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Ohio Healthy Weight Outcomes Coalition Part of Elite Group Participating in National Program
With obesity levels in the United States at all-time highs, healthcare leaders are working together to address local concerns through “Collaborate for Healthy Weight,” a nationwide initiative led by the National Initiative for Children’s Healthcare Quality (NICHQ) and the Health
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Lab Staff
Mitchel Stacy, PhD Principal Investigator Mitchel.Stacy@NationwideChildrens.org Mitchel R. Stacy, PhD, is a principal investigator in the Center for Regenerative Medicine and an assistant professor of Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
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Media Advisory: Countdown Celebration for the Opening of the New Main Hospital at Nationwide Children's
WHAT: Countdown Celebration for the Opening of the New Main Hospital at Nationwide Children’s Hospital unveils new look and new design elements as part of less than one year to go celebration WHEN: Monday, August 22, 2011 10 a.m.
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MEDIA ALERT: CareSource Presents "The Best Defense is a Strong Offense" Dominique Wilkins Visits Nationwide Children's Hospital to Educate Families on Diabetes Management
CareSource presents “The Best Defense is a Strong Offense” with NBA Hall of Famer and former player of the Atlanta Hawks, Dominique Wilkins. This event is free and open to the public.
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New Study Helps Clarify Symptoms and Characteristics of Acid Reflux in Neonates
Modifying stomach acid levels may not be enough to treat symptoms in neonates suspected of having gastroesophageal reflux disease. According to a study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, this is the first study to classify reflux and its associated symptoms in neonates based on how and what
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New Program Educates Teachers about Working with Students Post-Concussion
According to a recent study by the American Academy of Pediatrics, concussions among middle and high school students are skyrocketing sending more than 100,000 adolescents and children a year to the emergency room.
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Research Program Gives High School Students the Opportunity to Work Next to Researchers at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
For the past six years, a special group of high school students trade in their summer nights to research cancer and disease topics at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Onohara Lab
Under the direction of Daisuke Onohara, MD, PhD, the Onohara Lab is focused on translational research, specifically in establishing complex large animal models and developing new surgical / interventional treatments.
Meet Our Team
Learn more about director Christopher Breuer, MD, and his team of principal investigators at the Center for Regenerative Medicine.
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Barker Lab
The Barker Lab studies wound healing and disorders of abnormal wound healing. As the primary research laboratory for the Department of Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Jenny Barker facilitates innovative and collaborative translational science for would care and plastic surgery patients.
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Stacy Lab
Under the direction of Mitchel Stacy, PhD, the Stacy Lab is focused on the development and validation of quantitative imaging techniques that possess potential for clinical translation, with particular interest and focus on imaging of cardiovascular disease.
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Each year, preterm birth affects nearly 500,000 babies, or 1 in every 8 infants born in the United States. Preterm birth is when an infant is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy, and it is the leading cause of infant mortality and neurological disabilities in children. Dr.
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Ohio Perinatal Research Network
The Ohio Perinatal Research Network (OPRN) is a collaborative with the goal of examining risk factors, associated complications and ultimately the prevention of preterm births.
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Antroduodenal Manometry
Antroduodenal manometry is used to study how the stomach and the first part of the small intestine are working.
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Esophageal Manometry
Esophageal manometry studies esophagus function in awake children using a nasal catheter to record muscle contractions during swallows with and without water.
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Gastric Pacemaker
Gastric pacemaker is an advanced therapy to treat patients with gastroparesis when other standard treatments have not worked.
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Percutaneous Cecostomy
A percutaneous cecostomy is a medical procedure used to help children who have trouble with severe constipation or difficulty controlling bowel movements.
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Childrens Sports Medicine Healthy Mind, Healthy Body Award Winners Announced
In celebration of the grand opening of Columbus Childrens Hospital Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center in Westerville, two area high school students, Corinne Hoffman (43081) and Sara Hall (43110), were awarded the Childrens Sports Medicine Healthy Mind, Healthy Body Award.
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Circle of Friends Announces Events Slated for June
Circle of Friends, a volunteer organization of Columbus Children’s Hospital, announces its 2007 events presented by Merrill Lynch. Proceeds from both events will benefit the Center for Childhood Cancer at Columbus Children’s Research Institute.
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Columbus Childrens Hospital Offers Kenpo Personal Defense Program
Columbus Childrens Hospital is offering a self-defense program Kenpo Personal Defense for children age 12-years or older. This interactive program teaches the basics of personal protection.
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International Symposium Explores Hybrid Approach to Congenital Heart Disease
Interventional cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons from throughout the United States, North and South America, Europe, Australia and Asia will gather at Columbus Childrens Hospital from June 27-29, 2007, for the second International Symposium on the Hybrid Approach to Congenital Heart Disease
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Gary Smith of Columbus Childrens Hospital Honored with Dimon R. McFerson Endowed Chair in Injury Research
Gary Smith, MD, DrPH (43230), director of the Center for Injury Research and Policy (CIRP) at Columbus Childrens Hospital, is honored today with the Dimon R. McFerson Endowed Chair in Injury Research. The Dimon R.
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Dr. Daniel B. Herz Named Director of Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Daniel B. Herz, MD, a pediatric urological surgeon, has joined the Section of Urology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital as director of Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Surgery.
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More than 200 Physicians from Nationwide Childrens Hospital Named to Best Doctors in America® List
More than 200 physicians from Nationwide Children’s Hospital appear on the Best Doctors in America® List for 2013, officials announced recently. Only five percent of doctors in America earn this prestigious honor, decided by impartial peer review.
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BuckeyeThon Raises More Than $608,000 for Nationwide Childrens Hospital
BuckeyeThon, the annual dance marathon, which took place Friday and Saturday in the Ohio Union on the campus of The Ohio State University, raised $608,623 for Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital — an increase of nearly 34 percent from
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BuckeyeThon Raises More Than $608,000 for Nationwide Childrens Hospital
BuckeyeThon, the annual dance marathon, which took place Friday and Saturday in the Ohio Union on the campus of The Ohio State University, raised $608,623 for Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation (BMT) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital — an increase of nearly 34 percent from
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Di Lorenzo Appointed President-elect of the North American Society for Pediatrics Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN)
Carlo Di Lorenzo, MD, chief of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology has been appointed President-elect of the North American Society for Pediatrics Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN), the largest society in the world dedicated to serving pediatric gastroenterology and
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Sophias Cure Foundation Donates $650,000 in 2012 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Brian Kaspar, PhD, principal investigator in the Center for Gene Therapy at The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, along with a team of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) researchers and clinicians, received $650,000 in grants in 2012 from Sophia’s Cure Foundation for SMA
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Wal-Mart Raises $10 Million for Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals During May Campaign Including $84,424.74 for Columbus Childrens Hospital
The following clarification is reflected in the news release:Wal-Mart and Sams Club associates, customers and members in Central Ohio raised $84,424.74 of the $10 million total for Columbus Children's Hospital during the month of May.
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Wal-Mart Raises $10 Million for Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals During May Campaign Including $84,424.74 for Columbus Childrens Hospital
Childrens Miracle Network announced today that Wal-Mart and Sams Club associates met their goal to raise $10 million during the month of May in celebration of the 20th anniversary of their partnership with Childrens Miracle Network.
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Study Presented before the American Headache Society Finds Parents May Play Role in their Kids Migraine Headache Pain
According to preliminary results of an ongoing study at Columbus Childrens Hospital, to be presented at the American Headache Societys June meeting in Chicago, parents of adolescents with migraines may have an influence on the level of pain reported.
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Local Business Owners Pay It Forward to Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Two local businesses have raised nearly $10,000 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Owner of Reverse Vanity Spa, Nicole DiTommaso, and Jacob Neal of Jacob Neal Salon, hosted a fundraiser last month – the “Diamond Society” event – in an effort to pay it forward to
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First-Year Partnership Yields Nearly $1 Million For Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Ohio’s largest marathon will celebrate the first year of its new charitable partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital with a 50-percent hike in financial support from the Columbus Marathon’s board to the hospital.
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Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Dedicates New Helicopter
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Dedicates New Helicopter Helicopter dedicated to neonatal and pediatric transports receives official blessing; up-close look at new aircraft WHEN: Wednesday, January 30 *10:15 a.m.
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Stimulator Device Offers Treatment Option for Children with Incontinence
Incontinence is typically a condition associated with adults; however, many children also struggle with incontinence – bladder, bowel or both. In order to help these children, doctors at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have turned to a device, typically used in adult patients, to help
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Expand Transport Services
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is expanding their critical care transport services by establishing a fully dedicated helicopter for neonatal and pediatric transports.
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New Appointments Strengthen Perinatal Programs at Nationwide Childrens Hospital and The Ohio State University
Catalin S. Buhimschi, MD, has been appointed Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Ohio State University and Irina A.
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Study: Bariatric Surgery in Extremely Obese Adolescents
This time of year many people make resolutions to live a healthier lifestyle, exercise more, lose weight and eat better. For the adolescents who are extremely obese in this country, diet and exercise alone often are not enough to get their weight down.
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Study: Monitoring of Immune Function in Critically Ill Children with Influenza Reveals Severe Immune Suppression in Non-Survivors
Investigators from 15 children’s medical centers, including Nationwide Children’s Hospital, observed and evaluated critically ill children with influenza to evaluate the relationships between levels of systemic inflammation, immune function and likelihood to die from the illness.
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Columbus Children's Hospital Introduces New Logo
For only the third time in its 115-year history, Columbus Childrens Hospital is introducing a new institutional logo in preparation for the hospitals September 24, 2007, community dedication as Nationwide Childrens Hospital.In June 2006, Columbus Childrens announced a ten-year, $50 million gift
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Media Advisory: Childrens Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center Grand Opening Reception Tuesday
MEDIA ADVISORYWHAT: Childrens Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center Grand Opening ReceptionWHEN: Tuesday, June 5, 2007 5:30 p.m. media opportunityWHERE: Columbus Childrens Hospital Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center 584 County Line Rd.
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OLBH Announces Partnership with Columbus Childrens Hospital; Offers Pediatric Outpatient Cardiology Services
Officials at Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital (OLBH) have announced a partnership with the Heart Center at Columbus Childrens Hospital (Ohio). The center is now providing outpatient pediatric cardiology services at OLBH.The Heart Center at Columbus Childrens Hospital is internationally recognized
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Reynoldsburg Family to Meet Members of Congress and Share Story of Bone Marrow Transplant to Cure Sickle Cell
The afternoon of June 18, 12-year-old Kimmi Desir of Reynoldsburg begins the field trip of a lifetime. Kimmi, a patient at Columbus Children’s Hospital where she received a bone marrow transplant for sickle cell disease, will participate in the June 19-20 National Association of
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Dr. Kan Hor Appointed Pediatric Cardiologist, Director of Cardiac MRI in The Heart Center at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Kan N. Hor, MD, recently was appointed as a pediatric cardiologist in The Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and as The Heart Center’s Director of Cardiac MRI. Dr.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Ranks on Parents Magazines 10 Best Childrens Hospitals List
Parents magazine announced today its exclusive list of the 10 Best Children’s Hospitals, and Nationwide Children’s Hospital ranked 9th overall on the 2013 list. The list provides a comprehensive family-focused, data-driven comparison of pediatric facilities.
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2013 Technology Showcase Presented by The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital
The Office of Technology Commercialization in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present the “2013 Technology Showcase” Thursday, March 14, 2013 from 1 to 4 p.m.
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The Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament and Post Party Slated for March 9
TWIG III of Nationwide Children’s Hospital invites the public to their 12th annual Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament and Post Party event on Saturday, March 9, 2013. All proceeds from the event will benefit the pediatric cancer program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Blanchard Valley Health System Partners with Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) and Nationwide Children’s Hospital have joined hands in a collaborative partnership. This partnership allows pediatric and neonatal patients at Blanchard Valley Hospital to receive the expertise and resources offered by Nationwide Children's in
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Media Alert: Nationwide Childrens to Receive Stuffed Bunny Donations from Local H&R Block Thursday
PHOTO OPP: For Further Information Contact: Lisa Patterson, 816-305-4421, lisa.patterson@hrblock.com WHAT: Associates and clients will celebrate Easter a few days early when they make a donation of nearly 500 stuffed bunnies to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. WHEN: 3 p.m.
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Public Service Announcements: National Poison Prevention Week March 17-23, 2013
15-second Every day, four people die in Ohio due to misuse and abuse of prescription medications. Take a pledge during Poison Prevention Week to keep your family safe! For more information visit the Central Ohio Poison Center’s Facebook Page or call the toll free Poison Help line at
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Registration Open for Junior Golf Classic Slated for July 8 at The Ohio State University Golf Club
Registration is open for the 21st Annual Junior Golf Classic slated for Monday, July 8, 2013 at The Ohio State University Golf Club – Gray Course. The event is organized by the Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital with proceeds benefitting the hospital.
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OSU Alum, ESPN Analyst Joey Galloway Named Honorary Chair of Woody Hayes Celebrity Classic
Legendary Ohio State football coach Woody Hayes taught those he coached to “pay forward.” Joey Galloway, former wide receiver on the 1991-94 Ohio State football team, is doing just that by accepting the honorary chairmanship of the 37th Annual Woody Hayes Celebrity Classic slated for
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Dr. Brian Kaspar First Recipient of Grant Morrow, III, MD, Endowed Chair in Pediatric Research at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
During a recent ceremony, Brian Kaspar, PhD, was named the first recipient of the Grant Morrow, III, MD, Endowed Chair in Pediatric Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. This endowed chair is supported by Arthur E. Shepard and Dorothy D.
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Denim & Diamonds Gala Slated for April 20
The eighth-annual Denim & Diamonds Gala, benefiting The Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held 7 – 11 p.m. Saturday, April 20, 2013 at the Brookside Golf and Country Club located at 2770 West Dublin Granville Road, Columbus, OH 43235.
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Media Advisory: Auntie Annes Raises Dough for Nationwide Children's Hospital
EVENT DETAILS Auntie Anne's Eastland Mall location is celebrating National Pretzel Day by donating 100 percent of its pretzel and drink sales for the second year in a row to Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Tee Jayes Country Place Restaurants Supports the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
In light of Autism Awareness Month and throughout the entire month of April, central Ohio Tee Jaye’s Country Place Restaurants will be asking customers to round up their bill to support the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Women's Auxiliary Council Hosts Event for Prospective Members on May 7
The Women’s Auxiliary Council of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is hosting an informational dessert and coffee event for prospective members at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Brookside Golf and Country Club, 2770 West Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, OH 43235.
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$1.6 Million Study of Appendicitis Treatment Could Help Children Avoid Surgery
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- In the first study of its kind in the United States, researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital will examine the effectiveness of antibiotic therapy alone to treat appendicitis in children, research that could allow patients to avoid a surgery many may not need.
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American Academy of Pediatrics Appoints Dr. Ihuoma Eneli to Institute for Healthy Childhood Weight Steering Committee
Ihuoma Eneli, MD, MS, medical director for the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, was recently named as a member of the Institute for Healthy Childhood Weight Steering Committee by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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Media Advisory: Exclusive Performance of Peter Pan for Patients of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Sunday
M E D I A A D V I S O R Y WHAT: Exclusive Performance of “Peter Pan” for Patients of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sunday Cast members of the play, presented by Pleasure Guild, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s, will take patients on a journey to “Neverland”
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New Study Finds Increase in Dance-Related Injuries Among Children and Adolescents in the U.S.
Dance is a beautiful form of expression, but it could be physically taxing and strenuous on the human body, particularly for children and adolescents.
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New Study Finds Water Tubing-Related Injuries Up 250 Percent
Water tubing, a recreational activity in which participants ride an inner tube which is pulled behind a boat by a tow rope, has grown in popularity in recent years. Unfortunately, the number of injuries related to this activity has also increased.
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MacDonald Appointed Associate Editor of The Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine
James MacDonald, MD, has been appointed an associate editor of the Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, effective immediately. MacDonald is a physician with Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and Family Medicine at The Ohio
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Five Marketing and Public Relations Internships Offered Summer 2013 at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
TO APPLY To apply for a summer internship in Marketing and Public Relations at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, go to www.nationwidechildrens.org/healthcare-career-opportunities.
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TWIG Hosts Meet & Greet for Prospective Members April 16
TWIG, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host an informational “Meet & Greet” for prospective members 6 – 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at The Wine Bistro in Upper Arlington (1750 W. Lane Ave. Suite 100).
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Study: Evidence Supports Blocking Immune Response to Enhance Viral Therapy against Solid Tumors
Following several years of study, investigators have found more evidence that viral therapy to treat solid tumors can be enhanced by blocking the body’s natural immune response.
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Study: Research Reveals Protective Properties of Influenza Vaccines
Collaborating scientists from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Baylor Institute for Immunology Research, and Mount Sinai School of Medicine have identified an important mechanism for stimulating protective immune responses following seasonal influenza vaccinations.
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The 10th Annual Evening of Hope Benefitting The Center for Family Safety and Healing Slated for April 20
The 10th Annual “Evening of Hope,” which benefits The Center for Family Safety and Healing, will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013, at 8 p.m. at Bon Vie Bistro located at Easton Town Center.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Announces New Mobile Car Seat App
Car seats save lives and choosing the correct car seat, accompanied by correct installation, are two of the most important things adults can do to keep the children in their lives safe.
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SOMC Partnering with Nationwide Childrens Hospital for Pediatrics, Neonatal Care
Southern Ohio Medical Center has announced it will be partnering with Nationwide Children’s Hospital to bring additional resources and care to pediatric and neonatal patients.
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Families of SMA and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Multi-Million Dollar Award from NINDS to Advance CNS-Directed Gene Therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (Elk Grove Village, IL) announce the award of a multi-million dollar cooperative agreement from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) to advance a gene therapy development program for Spinal
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Nationwide Children's Hospital to Collaborate in Healthy New Albany Center
Nationwide Children’s Hospital will be providing services in the Healthy New Albany Center when the building opens in 2014. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has already committed to bringing services to the Healthy New Albany program.
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Round-Up for Nationwide Childrens Friday, March 22 at Central Ohio Speedway Locations
Score big for Nationwide Children’s Hospital on Friday, March 22, 2013! On Friday, all central Ohio Speedway locations will be asking customer’s to “Round-Up” their purchases and donate to Nationwide Children’s.
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10th Annual a dvine affair Slated for April 19
The 10th annual “a d’vine affair” will be held 6:30 – 11 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2013 at The Boat House at Confluence Park. Proceeds from this wine tasting event benefit Lavender Ribbons Inc., a non-profit organization raising funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Legends Luncheon Presented by Nationwide Insurance Continues to Highlight Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Alliance
The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance hosted today the third annual Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance, a unique, award-winning fundraiser to central Ohio that brings to life the alliance between the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide
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Media Advisory: Third Annual Legends Luncheon Presented by Nationwide Insurance
WHAT The third annual Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance A unique, award-winning philanthropic event in central Ohio WHO Jack and Barbara Nicklaus Nationwide CEO, Steve Rasmussen and his wife Cindy Nationwide Children’s Hospital CEO, Steve Allen, MD, and his wife Jamie Special
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Central Ohio Walmart Locations Launch Fundraising Campaign
Now through June 21, 2013, Walmart stores throughout central Ohio are raising needed charitable funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a member of Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals.
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Circle of Friends 10th Annual Run for the Rainbow June 14
Circle of Friends, a volunteer organization supporting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host its 10th Annual Run for the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run Friday, June 14, 2013 at New Albany Market Square, 180 Market St., New Albany, Ohio.
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Kroger Campaign Kids Come First Launches, Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The Kroger “Kids Come First” campaign runs now through June 22, 2013. Customers at all central Ohio and Ohio Valley Kroger grocery check-outs will have the opportunity to purchase a paper bear for $1 (or donate more) with every dollar raised benefitting Nationwide Children’s
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Doctors deliver high-tech training to Central America
Two surgeons from Central Ohio recently traveled to Nicaragua on a humanitarian mission to treat children with serious ear, nose and throat conditions.
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Pedal-with-Pete Foundation Donates $28,000 to Nationwide Childrens Hospital for Cerebral Palsy Research
In August 2010, the Pedal-with-Pete Foundation hosted its annual Ride for Pete’s Sake Bike Ride to raise awareness for Cerebral Palsy. With more than 630 riders, attendees raised more than $40,000 for Cerebral Palsy research.
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Ride 4 Autism Bike Tour Slated for April 30
The 5th Annual Ride 4 Autism, presented by Cyclist Connection, will be held on Saturday, April 30 in Canal Winchester. This year, all proceeds will benefit patients and families served at the Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Keith Yeates of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receives Arthur Benton Award
Keith Yeates, PhD (43085), director of the Center for Biobehavioral Health in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and chief of Psychology at Nationwide Children’s, is the latest recipient of the Arthur Benton Award from the International Neuropsychological Society
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Media Advisory: Giant Children to Invade Downtown Columbus on Valentines Day
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital to launch “Miracles At Play,” with the unveiling of a dramatic new downtown wallscape donated by Nationwide.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Joins Autism Treatment Network
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been selected to join the Autism Speaks Autism Treatment Network (ATN), connecting Columbus with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and the University of Missouri as the nation’s only ATN institutions in the Midwest region.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Launches Miracles At Play
Today, on Valentines Day, Nationwide Children’s Hospital joined with partners from Nationwide Insurance and the City of Columbus to introduce “Miracles At Play” – what the hospital hopes to be a community-wide movement aimed at celebrating the many miracles that take place
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Accepted to Neonatal Research Network
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been accepted to join an elite group of research centers dedicated to studying neonatal medicine. The Neonatal Research Network, developed by the National Institute of Child Health and Development (NICHD), is comprised of 18 research centers focused around
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Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Announces New Brand
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® (www.CMNHospitals.org), formerly Children’s Miracle Network, announced today a new name and brand for its efforts in the United States.
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More Than 200 Nationwide Childrens Hospital Physicians Named to 2011-12 Best Doctors in America® List
More than 200 physicians from the medical staff of Nationwide Children’s Hospital have been highlighted nationally on the prestigious 2011-12 Best Doctors in America® list.
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Leading Autism Researchers Connected by New Ingram Fund
As the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports staggering increases in cases of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), top researchers in Columbus, Ohio, have an unprecedented opportunity to unlock and address this growing public health crisis thanks to the generosity of Bill Ingram, CEO
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Eliminates Sugared-Sweetened Beverages from Campus
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, sweetened drinks are the primary source of added sugar in the daily diet of children. Each 12-ounce serving of a carbonated, sweetened soft drink contains the equivalent of 10 teaspoons of sugar and 150 calories.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Pilots GetWellNetwork
GetWellNetwork, Inc., today announced that Nationwide Children’s Hospital, ranked one of the best children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News and World Report, agreed to pilot GetWell Town as its possible bedside solution.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Selected a 2011 Leapfrog Top Children's Hospital
The Leapfrog Group’s annual class of top hospitals – 65 from a field of nearly 1200 – was announced yesterday in Washington, D.C., and included Nationwide Children’s Hospital on the list of only ten children’s hospitals.
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Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia Program at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Improves Neurodevelopmental Outcomes and Lowers Readmissions
The use of an interdisciplinary team approach has led to better outcomes for infants who suffer from bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), the most common pulmonary complication of prematurity.
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2011 BIA Parade of Homes CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is searching for volunteers for the 2011 BIA Parade of Homes slated for June 11-26 at Olentangy Falls in Delaware, Ohio. Volunteers are being sought to serve as hosts in select homes during the Parade.
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Media Advisory: Kick-Off Planting Party for New Community Garden Located Near Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: Kick-Off Planting Party for New Community Garden Located Near Nationwide Children’s Hospital Garden intended for neighbors, community of the hospital; maintained by Nationwide Children’s employees through the summer months WHEN: Saturday, May 14, 2011 8:30 a.m.
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St. Ritas Medical Center and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce New Relationship
The Pediatric Spring Symposium held May 7, 2011, at St. Rita’s Auxiliary Conference Center marked the beginning of a new relationship for St. Rita’s Medical Center (SRMC) and Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospitals Sean Gleeson Appointed to the American Academy of Pediatrics Steering Committee on Quality Improvement and Management
Sean Gleeson (43081), MD, a physician in Ambulatory Pediatrics and vice president of Community Health and Wellness at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, was recently appointed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Board of Directors as a member of the national Steering Committee on Quality
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Information Sessions on Weight Loss Surgery for Adolescents
On Tuesday, June 21 and Thursday, July 7, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will host Bariatric Surgery Information Sessions to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity. Both sessions begin at 5 p.m.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Staff Exceeds Goal for Operation Feed Campaign
While times may be tough, the staff at Nationwide Children’s Hospital has come together to help give back to the central Ohio community. Through Nationwide Children’s 2011 Operation Feed Campaign, staff exceeded its original 2011 goal and raised more than 184,000 meals for the Mid-Ohio
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Researchers at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receive New Grant to Study How Pediatric Brain Tumor, Ependymoma, Develops
Armed with new grant support, investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital plan to examine how a common gene of the nervous system leads to the development of a devastating brain tumor, ependymoma. Robert A.
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6-year-old Boy Receives "Bloodless" Heart Transplant at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Between injuries from severe storms that ripped across the country this spring, to the typical blood donation shortage seen each and every summer, experts say that the nation’s blood supply is running low.
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New National Study Finds 34 Percent Increase in Number of Running-Related Injuries Among Children 6 to 18 Years Old Treated in U.S. Emergency Departments
Researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital examined running-related injuries among children and adolescents 6 to 18 years old and found that an estimated 225,344 cases were treated in U.S.
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Ohio Supercomputer Center, Nationwide Childrens use supercomputers to speed diagnoses
Worried about her high fever and severe abdominal pain, a young couple rushed their baby daughter to the emergency department of Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Unveils First Mobile Application
According to a recent Pew Internet & American Life Project survey, more than 80 percent of American adults own a cell phone, and about half of these users have used their cell phone at least once to get information they needed right away.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Adds Three to Neonatology Team
Nationwide Children’s Hospital welcomes three new neonatologists to the Section of Neonatology: Thomas Bartman, MD, PhD, Susan Lynch, MD, and Nehal Parikh, DO, MS.
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Dental Health Experts at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Remind Parents About Scheduling Infants for Dental Visits
While infants under 12 months old may only have a few teeth, experts say they should been seen by a dentist within the first year of life. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry’s revised guidelines on infant oral health recommend infants 6 to 12 months old should to be seen by a
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Tobias Elected Chairperson-Elect of AAP Section on Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine has elected Joseph D. Tobias, MD, FAAP, Chief of the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, to the position of Chairperson-Elect. Dr.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Named Semi-Finalist for TechColumbus Innovation Awards
On Thursday, February 2, 2012 the annual TechColumbus Innovation Awards will showcase Central Ohio’s many achievements by honoring its top innovators. It is a night of networking, prestige, and celebration. Winners in 13 award categories will be announced to an audience of 1,100+ attendees.
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Media Advisory: Christines Christmas Saturday Evening
WHAT: “Christine’s Christmas” Saturday Evening Concert honors and celebrates the life of Christine Wilson; benefits the Burn Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Saturday, December 10, 2011 8 p.m. – media opportunity *doors open at 7 p.m.
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Investigators to Study a New Way to Assess Heart Function in Children on Life Support
Investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital are evaluating a new way to assess cardiac function while children are supported by mechanical life support, thanks to a $110,000 two-year grant from the American Heart Association.
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Media Advisory: 2nd Annual Bariatric Surgery Celebration
WHAT: 2nd Annual Bariatric Surgery Celebration Bariatric surgery patients and families welcomed back to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to celebrate their successes WHEN: Monday, December 12, 2011 6 p.m.
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Dr. Gary Smith Receives CPSC Chairmans Circle of Commendation Award
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Chairman Inez Tenenbaum has awarded the first Chairman’s Circle of Commendation Awards to five individuals and groups for their exceptional contributions to consumer product safety.
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Distinguished Guests Recognized at Youth Sports Safety Summit for Contributions to Education, Research and Legislation
The Youth Sports Safety Alliance is dedicated to bringing attention to the issue of safety in youth sports. With 65 member organizations, there are literally hundreds of individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing preventive measures and interventions.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receives Honorable Mention in 2011 RACE for Results
Nationwide Children’s Hospital was one of four hospitals to receive recognition for successful improvement projects by the Child Health Corporation of America (CHCA).
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The 4th Annual Megans Miles Run/Walk to be Held May 29
The 4th Annual Megan’s Miles Run/Walk, benefitting Muscular Dystrophy research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held on Sunday, May 29 at noon at Central Crossing High School.
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Columbus Hyundai Dealers Join Hyundai Motor America to Support Childhood Cancer Research Through 2011 Hope on Wheels Program
The Columbus Hyundai Dealers joined Hyundai Motor America today in awarding Nationwide Children’s Hospital with a Hyundai Scholar Grant in the amount of $50,000. The funds will be given to Dr.
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Junior Golf Classic Slated for July 18 at The Ohio State University Golf Club
The 19th Annual Junior Golf Classic, presented by the Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, is set for Monday, July 18, 2011 at The Ohio State University Golf Club, Gray Course, and is open and free to spectators. Event proceeds benefit Nationwide Children’s.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Earns National Distinction as a Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Team
The Commission on the Approval of Teams of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA) and the Cleft Palate Foundation (CPF) recently voted to fully approve the Cleft Lip and Palate Center and the Center for Complex Craniofacial Disorders at Nationwide Children’s Hospital as a
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Kinder Key Calls for Caroling Groups
Celebrate the holiday season by organizing a group of friends, family or co-workers to sing songs of cheer and bring new hope to young hearts for the annual Kinder Key holiday caroling drive – Caroling for a Cause.
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Columbus Physician Receives AMA Young Physician Award
The American Medical Association (AMA) today awarded Don Hayes, M.D., medical director of the Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, with the Dr. William Beaumont Award in Medicine.
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World AIDS Day Helps Community Remember the Past and Paves Steps for the Future
Hundreds of Central Ohioans will participate in World AIDS Day events on December 1. World AIDS Day, started in 1988, provides an opportunity for the community to raise funds, increase awareness about the HIV/AIDS epidemic, fight prejudice, and improve HIV education.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Sports Medicine Provides Recommendations for Return-to-Play After Sustaining a Concussion
The number of kids who participate in youth sports has grown exponentially over the last 10 years, which gives way to the importance of athletic trainers who care for injuries that may occur.
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BRAVO! Donates $11,877 to Nationwide Children's Hospital
BRAVO! Cucina Italiana, a BRAVO I BRIO Restaurant Group concept, donated $11,877 to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to celebrate BBRG’s new partnership with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals as well as their new restaurant at Lennox Town Center, which opened on February 9, 2011.
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Evening of Hope Featuring Edwin McCain to Benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The Eighth Annual “Evening of Hope” to benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2011, at 8 p.m. at Bon Vie Bistro and Wine Bar, located at Easton Town Center.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Information Session on Weight Loss Surgery for Adolescents
On Monday, March 28, 2011, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will host a Bariatric Surgery Information Session to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity. The session begins at 5 p.m.
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Media Advisory: Read Across America Celebration at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
WHAT: Read Across America Celebration at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Ohio First Lady Karen Waldbillig Kasich to participate in literacy event with more than 100 head start children from Franklin County WHEN: Friday, March 4, 2011 1:15 p.m.
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New National Study Finds Boxing Injuries on the Rise; Youth Head Injury Rates Also Concerning
The risk and nature of injury in the sport of boxing has generated a great deal of controversy in the medical community, especially in relation to youth boxing.
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U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius Celebrates Quality Improvement Efforts, Patient Safety Results with Ohio Hospitals
An effort to improve quality and make Ohio the safest state in the nation for health care has garnered national attention. U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius visited Nationwide Children’s Hospital today to celebrate the achievements of Solutions for Patient Safety,
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Winifred Payne of Nationwide Children's Hospital Receives Award from Lifeline of Ohio
Several individuals and institutions were honored Saturday, March 5, 2011 by Lifeline of Ohio for their roles in saving lives through organ and tissue donation.
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$1.9 Million NIH Grant Supports Research in the Most Common Soft Tissue Tumor in Children
A nearly $2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will help investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital search for biomarkers that may be linked to the development and outcome of hemangiomas, the most common soft tissue tumor in children.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Break Ground in 2011 for First, Suburban Surgery Center in Westerville
To help accommodate the growth of pediatric surgical services, Nationwide Children’s Hospital plans to open its first suburban surgery center. Located in Westerville, Ohio, the center will be an extension of the current surgery services on the main campus, giving patient families another
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SPAGIO and SPAGIO Cellars Presents Celebration of Wine, Food and Dining with the Stars Slated for February 28
SPAGIO and SPAGIO Cellars announces its 14th Annual “Celebration of Wine, Food and Dining with the Stars” to benefit the Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s, a program that supports the Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Care Program.
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Dr. William E. Shiels, II, Awarded the Dr. Floyd J. Trenery Memorial Medal at the American Osteopathic College of Radiology (AOCR) Convention
William E. Shiels, II, DO, FAOCR, was awarded the 2011 Dr. Floyd J. Trenery Memorial Medal at the American Osteopathic College of Radiology (AOCR) Annual Convention held in Palm Beach, Florida in early April. The Dr. Floyd J.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Information Session on Weight Loss Surgery for Adolescents
On Tuesday, April 26, 2011, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will host a Bariatric Surgery Information Session to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity. The session begins at 5 p.m.
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New Study Conducted by Nationwide Childrens Hospital Finds Compounds Show Promise in Blocking STAT3 Signaling As Treatment for Osteosarcoma
A study appearing in the journal Investigational New Drugs and conducted by researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, discovered that two new small molecule inhibitors are showing promise in blocking STAT3, a protein linked to the most common malignant bone tumor, osteosarcoma.
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Public Invited to Join Credit Unions for Marching Miles Event to Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Credit Unions throughout Columbus and surrounding areas are hosting a walk to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Anyone interested in contributing is encouraged to participate in the walk to be held on Monday, April 4.
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The Ohio State University Medical Center Testing New Approach for Aortic Valve Stenosis
A new approach to aortic valve replacement holds promise for better outcomes and more treatment options for patients who are considered inoperable today.
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Media Advisory: Brain Injury Town Hall to be held at Nationwide Children's Hospital
WHAT: The town hall is part of the Sarah Jane Brain Project’s 40+ state national brain injury tour. This particular event will be a panel discussion addressing “Community Reintegration after Traumatic Brain Injury.” WHEN: Friday, March 11, 2011 2:00 p.m.
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Moss Appointed Surgeon-in-Chief at Nationwide Children's Hospital
R. Lawrence Moss, MD, has been named Surgeon-in-Chief at Nationwide Children's Hospital, effective February 1, 2011. He will also be appointed Professor of Surgery at The Ohio State University (OSU) College of Medicine and will serve as the primary surgical liaison between Nationwide
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Open GI Clinic at Mansfield Close to Home Center
To help meet the growing demand of gastroenterology needs in the Mansfield area, Nationwide Children’s Hospital will open a Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition clinic at the Mansfield Close To HomeSM Center.
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: March is National Athletic Training Month
To Air: March 2011 Contact: Media Relations Nationwide Children’s Hospital (614) 355-0495 March is National Athletic Training Month and the Sports Medicine staff at Nationwide Children's Hospital reminds parents that only a physician or athletic trainer may clear an athlete to return to
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Dr. Sudarshan Jadcherla Receives Pediatric Science Award from International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD)
Sudarshan Jadcherla, MD, FRCPI, DCH, AGAF, was awarded the Senior Investigator, Pediatric Science Award at the 9th International Symposium on Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in early April. Dr.
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Merger Creates New Family Violence Coalition
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Board of Directors Chair Abigail Wexner announced today the merger of the Center for Child and Family Advocacy (CCFA) with the Columbus Coalition Against Family Violence (CCAFV).
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Media Advisory: The inaugural Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance
WHAT The inaugural Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance. A new and unique philanthropic event in the central Ohio. Speakers will include Jack Nicklaus, LPGA Hall of Fame member and 2011 Memorial Tournament Honoree, Nancy Lopez and CBS golf commentator, David Feherty WHO Jack and
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Expands Plastic Surgery Services; Focuses on Multi-Disciplinary Team Approach
When it comes to plastic surgery, the changing of one’s physical appearance is normally just the first step of a long process. Expert surgery is only the beginning, and Nationwide Children’s Hospital recognizes the importance of caring for the whole child.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Enlists Medical Animatics to Launch Innovative Child Safety Game
Medical Animatics, a 3D animation company, was asked by Ohio based Nationwide Children’s Hospital to provide the technology component expertise for the hospital’s “Play It Safe” innovative educational flash game for youth.
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New National Study Finds Increase in Football-Related Injuries Among Youth
A new study conducted by researchers in the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that an estimated 5.25 million football-related injuries among children and adolescents between 6 and 17 years of age were treated in U.S.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Study Identifies Second Gene Associated with Specific Congenital Heart Defects
A gene known to be important in cardiac development has been newly associated with congenital heart malformations that result in obstruction of the left ventricular outflow tract.
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New charity event brings to life Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital alliance
The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance introduced today the inaugural Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide Insurance, a new tradition that brings to life the recently established alliance between the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide
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Board Member of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Receives National Leadership Award From Peers
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society honored one of its board members, Marcie Rehmar Rogell, with a National Leadership Award, at a special awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, March 18, 2007.
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Columbus Childrens Hospital Reach Out and Read Program Book Drive Celebration
MEDIA ADVISORYWHAT: Columbus Childrens Hospital Reach Out and Read Program Book Drive Celebration WHEN: Tuesday, March 20, 2007; 1:50 p.m. media opportunityWHERE: Ohio at Kent Elementary School Gymnasium1414 Gault St.Columbus, Ohio 43205ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: With more than 3,100 Reach Out and
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Healthy Lifestyles and Weight Management Educational Program Offered for Parents and Children
Columbus Childrens Hospital and the YMCA of Central Ohio are offering a four-week educational program Healthy Lifestyles Weight Management beginning April 17.
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Media Advisory: Planting of the Pinwheels Sunday
MEDIA ADVISORYWHAT: Planting of the PinwheelsCommunity event with the planting of 7,244 pinwheels for 3rd Annual Pinwheels for Prevention campaignWHEN: Sunday, April 1, 2007 media opportunityPlanting will begin at 1 p.m.
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Wizard of Oz Production This Weekend at the Palace Theater
Grab your ruby slippers and follow the yellow brick road to the Wizard of Oz Friday through Sunday, March 9-11 at the Palace Theater, 34 W. Broad St., Columbus.
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Dramatic Increase in Number of Injuries and Deaths Caused by ATVs
Nationally, the number of All-TerrainVehicle (ATV)-related emergency department visits has more than doubled in recent years, from 52,800 in 1997 to 136,100 in 2004. In Ohio there are now more than 10,000 hospital visits each year for ATV-related injuries.
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Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon Slated for April 19-21
Tune in! And turn it up! Radio One Columbus goes on the air to fight childhood cancer Thursday, April 19 through Saturday, April 21. Columbus Childrens Hospital is the beneficiary of the three-day 2nd Annual Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon to support its cancer and blood disease programs and research.
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Media Advisory: Pinwheels in the Park Kick-Off Monday
MEDIA ADVISORYWHAT: Pinwheels in the Park Kick-OffKick-off ceremony for the 3rd Annual Pinwheels for Prevention CampaignWHEN: Monday, April 2, 2007 10 a.m.
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Ohio State and Children's Form Perinatal Care Program
A collaboration between Ohio State University Medical Center and Columbus Childrens Hospital offers a unified source of medical care for unborn babies who require specialized attention before, during and after pregnancy.The new Perinatal Care Center joins together physicians from the maternal-fetal
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Study Published in JAMA Finds Benefits of Antidepressants Out-Weigh Risks in Treating Pediatric Depression and Anxiety Disorders
According to a new study, conducted by the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and Columbus Childrens Hospital researchers and published in the April 18 issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), there is more information for parents about the risks and benefits of
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Childrens Miracle Network Telethon June 2-3
Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Telethon celebrates its 25th anniversary on air with WBNS10-TV Saturday and Sunday, June 2 and 3, 2007. All local segments of the Telethon will be broadcast live from Columbus Children’s Hospital – offering a “behind the scenes” view --
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Prevent Child Abuse Ohio and the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Childrens Hospital Sponsor Reception
M E D I A A D V I S O R YWHAT: Prevent Child Abuse Ohio and the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Childrens Hospital are sponsoring a reception in conjunction with the Ohio Domestic Violence Network to honor county initiatives on behalf of Ohios children.WHEN: Thursday, April 26, 2007 from
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Protecting Ohios Children 2007 Conference
M E D I A A D V I S O R YWHAT: Protecting Ohios Children 2007 ConferenceWHEN: Friday, April 27, 2007 from 9am to 4pmWHERE: The Conference Center at NorthPointe9243 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035TOPICS: I am the Child that the Village Helped to RaiseThe Ohio Childrens Trust FundA Personal
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American Equity Mortgage Presents $250,000 Gift to Columbus Childrens Hospital
American Equity Mortgage, one of the leading mortgage bankers in the country, presented a check for $250,000 to Columbus Childrens Hospital Tuesday, May 1 during a reception at Childrens Hospital.
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'An Evening of Hope' Event to Benefit Center for Child and Family Advocacy
An Evening of Hope will be hosted by Abigail and Les Wexner to benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Columbus Childrens Hospital. Slated for Saturday, April 14, 2007, the event is underwritten by Easton Community Foundation and Bravo! Development, Inc.
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Columbus Childrens Research Institute Plays Major Role in Autism Genome Project
Preliminary results from the largest genome scan ever attempted in autism research have just been published in Nature Genetics. Investigators from Columbus Childrens Research Institute at Columbus Childrens Hospital, joined scientists from around the world to form the first-of-its-kind autism
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New Program Introduces Local EMTs to Seriously Ill Patients in Their Communities
With increasing medical advancements in treatment and technology, patients battling life-threatening conditions are living longer and heading home sooner than ever before.
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Ohio Boy Receives Gift of Hearing
Although born deaf, 15-month old Jonah Knueve is now able to hear his parents voices. Weeks before his first birthday, Knueve became one of only a handful of children in the country under the age of one to receive simultaneous, bilateral cochlear implants.Doctors at Columbus Childrens Hospital
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2007 BIA Parade of Homes to Run June 9-24
The 2007 Parade of Homes, presented by the Building Industry Association (BIA) of central Ohio, will run from Saturday, June 9 to Sunday, June 24 at Pinnacle in Grove City, Ohio.
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Columbus Childrens Research Institute Selects Rescentris for Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) Software
Rescentris, the leading provider of electronic lab notebook (ELN) software for the life sciences industry, today announced that Columbus Childrens Research Institute (CCRI) has selected its award-winning Collaborative Electronic Research FrameworkTM (CERF) solution for their electronic lab
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Call for Artists and Sponsors for Via Colori in September
Via Colori®, a street painting festival, will be held Saturday, September 8 through Sunday, September 9, 2007 at Goodale Park in Columbus. The festival showcases more than 150 artists, professional and amateur, who paint original masterpieces in a pastel medium on the streets.
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Columbus Childrens Hospital Endorses Senate Bill to Address Need for Quality and Performance Measures for Childrens Health Care
Columbus Children’s Hospital has endorsed a bill to provide federal authority and $100 million over five years to invest in the development and testing of quality measures for children’s health care.
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An Evening with Bruce Hornsby to Benefit the Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Columbus Childrens Hospital
“An Evening With Bruce Hornsby” at Digger & Finch Grille & Pub in Dublin will benefit the Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Columbus Children’s Hospital.
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Media Advisory: Pleasure Guild S.A.F.E. Program Bike Helmet Event Thursday
M E D I A A D V I S O R YWHAT: Pleasure Guild S.A.F.E. Program Bike Helmet EventFree Bike Helmets for S.A.F.E. Program Preschool ParticipantsExplore COSI little kidspace®Visits with Stinger from the Columbus Blue JacketsWHEN: Thursday, May 10, 2007 - 10 a.m.WHERE: COSI Columbus333 West Broad
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Targeted Genetics and its Collaborators Reports Advances in HIV Vaccine Manufacturing Capabilities at ASGT
Targeted Genetics Corporation (Nasdaq: TGEN) announced today that its academic collaborators at Columbus Childrens Research Institute (CCRI) and Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) presented data describing a novel cell line-based method for manufacturing AAV-based vaccines.
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Ladder-Related Injuries Increasing in the U.S.
Falls from ladders can result in serious injury and affect people of all ages. The general public is at risk for ladder injuries, yet receives little, if any, instruction on ladder use and safety.
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OSU Alum, Milwaukee Bucks Player Michael Redd Honorary Chair of Woody Hayes Celebrity Golf Classic
Legendary Buckeye football coach Woody Hayes taught those he coached to pay forward. Student-athletes at The Ohio State University (OSU) have since continued that tradition off the field/court and in their communities.
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Media Advisory: An Evening with Bruce Hornsby to Benefit the Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Columbus Childrens Hospital Friday
M E D I A A D V I S O R YWHAT: An Evening with Bruce Hornsby to Benefit the Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Columbus Childrens HospitalWHEN: Friday, May 18, 2007, doors open at 6pm; 8pm concertWHERE: Digger & Finch Grille & Pub in DublinWHO: Three-time Grammy Award
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Multidisciplinary Initiative Reduces Airway Infection in Pediatric Intensive Care Patients
An initiative that combines a multidisciplinary health care approach with a range of preventive measures could cut the rate of a common airway infection among children in intensive care by more than half, a new study suggests.
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New Drug Improves Walking Performance for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Patients
Results from a clinical trial of eteplirsen, a drug designed to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy, suggest that the therapy allows participants to walk farther than people treated with placebo and dramatically increases production of a protein vital to muscle growth and health.
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HB-EGF Protects Intestines from a Variety of Injuries, Pair of Studies Suggests
It’s not often that one treatment offers therapeutic potential for multiple conditions. However, after more than two decades of research, Gail Besner, MD, principal investigator for the Center for Perinatal Research and pediatric surgeon for the Department of Pediatric Surgery at Nationwide
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Chronic Illness Puts Pediatric Trauma Patients at Higher Risk
In a recent study published in the Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, researchers from the Center for Injury Research and Policy in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that pediatric trauma patients with preexisting chronic conditions have longer hospital
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Country Jam for Kids Country Music Celebration Slated for September 6
Country Jam for Kids, a music celebration hosted by 92.3 WCOL radio, will be held on Friday, September 6, 2013 at the Lifestyle Communities Pavilion Outdoor Amphitheater located at 405 Neil Avenue, Columbus, 43215.
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Delaware Hayes High School, Nationwide Childrens Hospital Sports Medicine Partner to Benefit Students Health, Wellness
Delaware Hayes High School will begin a partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine this month to provide sports medicine services and health and wellness education to student athletes.
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Combined Therapy Could Repair and Prevent Damage in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
New research on two promising gene therapies suggests that combining them into one treatment not only repairs muscle damage caused by Duchenne muscular dystrophy, but also prevents future injury from the muscle-wasting disease.
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Grand Challenge Grant Awarded to Team Led by Nationwide Childrens Researcher
The Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development recently shortlisted 53 finalists from around the world from more than 400 entries. Only 22 teams were awarded grants for their bold, new ideas to save the lives of mothers and newborns in developing countries.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Again Ranks in All Specialties in U.S. News & World Reports 2013-14 Best Childrens Hospitals Rankings
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has again been ranked in all 10 specialties in U.S. News & World Report’s 2013-14 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings. Nationwide Children’s ranked in all 10 specialties, including four specialties ranked in the top 10.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Open Close to Home Center with Urgent Care in Marysville
Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present conceptual renderings of a Close To Home Center with Urgent Care to the Marysville City Design Review Board at its June 12 meeting.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Earns Ohio Department of Healths Healthy Ohio Breastfeeding Friendly Employer Award
Nationwide Children’s Hospital recently was honored with Ohio Department of Health’s (ODH) Healthy Ohio Breastfeeding Friendly Employer Award. Nationwide Children’s is one of 22 employers in the state to be honored by ODH, and just one of 11 to receive the award.
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TWIG of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announce Holiday Cards Artwork Contest
Now through August 31, 2013, TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital invites kids 16 years and younger to submit holiday artwork for the 2013 Holiday Cards Contest.
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Gluten Free Gang Walk to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital Celiac Disease Center
An upcoming walk and silent auction for celiac disease awareness and research will benefit the Celiac Disease Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Dr. Kevin Klingele Appointed Chief of Orthopedics at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Kevin E. Klingele, MD, recently was appointed chief of Orthopedics at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. In his previous role, Dr. Klingele was the interim chief of Orthopedics. He will continue to serve as the surgical director of Sports Medicine at Nationwide Children’s. Dr.
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TWIG of Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Pumpkinpalooza September 28 at Lynd Fruit Farm
The 5th Annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza, benefiting the Rehabilitation Unit at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, September 28, 2013 at Lynd Fruit Farm in Pataskala.
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Central Ohio Dairy Queens® celebrate Miracle Treat Day Thursday to benefit Nationwide Children's Hospital
The Dairy Queen® and DQ Grill & Chill® restaurants of central Ohio will celebrate the 8th Annual DQ® Miracle Treat Day on Thursday, August 8 when $1 or more from every Blizzard® Treat sold will be donated to Nationwide Children's Hospital, one of the 170 hospitals supported
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Plans to Extend Healthcare to More Children in Central Ohio Area through a Pilot with HealthSpot
HealthSpot™, a pioneer in telehealth technology, has teamed up with Nationwide Children’s Hospital, one of the largest and most respected children’s hospitals in the nation, to expand access to affordable healthcare to more children via four HealthSpot Station units in and around
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New Study Finds 20 Children a Day During the Summer are Treated in U.S. Emergency Departments for Amusement Ride-Related Injuries
A new study by researchers in the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital examined injuries to children related to amusement rides, which included rides at amusement parks (fixed-site rides), rides at fairs and festivals (mobile rides)
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New Study Says Summer Brings Increase in Gasoline and Other Chemical-Related Injuries in Young Children
Hydrocarbons, a chemical compound commonly found in household items from cleaning products to gasoline, are among the top 10 causes of pediatric poisoning deaths in the United States.
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Technique Could Identify Patients at High Risk of Stroke or Brain Hemorrhage
Measuring blood flow in the brain may be an easy, noninvasive way to predict stroke or hemorrhage in children receiving cardiac or respiratory support through a machine called ECMO, according to a new study by researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Joins Statewide Health Information Exchange
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is the first hospital in Central Ohio to join the new statewide health information exchange (HIE) that will allow sharing of patient health information among medical professionals across the state.
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Family Foundations Fund Critical Study Necessary For Clinical Trials And Enter Into Agreement With Nationwide Childrens Hospital To Ensure Data Access For Lysosomal Storage Disease MPS III
Nearly 50 years to the day since Dr. Sylvester Sanfilippo first characterized the disease Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) III in a presentation to the American Pediatric Society, three parent-run foundations have awarded investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH with a
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Technique Could Identify Patients at High Risk of Stroke or Brain Hemorrhage
Measuring blood flow in the brain may be an easy, noninvasive way to predict stroke or hemorrhage in children receiving cardiac or respiratory support through a machine called ECMO, according to a new study by researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Study Shows Preschoolers Affected by Medication-Related Poisonings at Alarming Rate
Poisonings in young children have increased over the past decade, mainly due to medications in the home. A new study led by the Central Ohio Poison Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, found that medication-related poisonings in children younger than 6 increased by 33 percent during the
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What's Nearby (Guide to Columbus)
These Columbus resources will help make the most of your stay.
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Surgery Tour Request
Take an online tour of our surgical facilities with your child so you both know what to expect before you arrive.
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Mixing Antibiotics at Home
This Helping Hand™ details steps for how to mix and properly store antibiotics at home.
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Intranasal Diazepam Spray
Diazepam is the generic name for Valtoco®. This medicine is a fine mist that is given through the nose and is absorbed quickly.
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Britt Lab
The Britt Lab studies how inflammation affects airway structure and function in asthma, cystic fibrosis, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia. Their goal is to define physiological and immunological mechanisms that drive chronic airway disease, while also developing novel strategies that can alleviate disease and improve airway function.
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Britt Lab Staff
Learn more about principal investigator Rodney D. Britt Jr, PhD, ATSF, and his dynamic team in the Britt Lab.
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Chen Lab
The Chen Lab examines pathways involved in vascular remodeling and smooth muscle cell proliferation, the pathogenic hallmarks of PH. Its research is focused on the phosphodiesterase 3 (PDE3) pathway and the distinct function and activity of each isoform (PDE3A and PDE3B) and their mechanistic interaction with the nitric oxide (NO)-cGMP pathway, which remain largely unknown.
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School Program
School Program teachers can provide support to families and children by providing ongoing assessment and/or instruction during a hospital stay.
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Ohio Credit Unions Set to March from Columbus to Cincinnati to Raise Funds for Ohios Childrens Hospitals
Ohio credit unions will kick-off their annual “Marching Miles for Miracle Kids” at noon Sunday, March 28 at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Dublin Close To HomeSM Center with Urgent Care located at 5675 Venture Dr. in Dublin.
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Buck a Night at the Hampton Inn & Suites at Easton Supports Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The Hampton Inn & Suites at Easton is in the middle of their “Buck a Night” campaign running now through the end of March. All proceeds from the campaign will benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Nationwide Children's Hospital's Cancer Chief to Shave Head Saturday
WHAT: Dr. Thomas Gross, Chief of Hematology/Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, to Have Head, Beard Shaved at St. Baldrick’s Event Saturday WHEN: Saturday, March 13, 2010 2:30 p.m.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: NASA Astronaut to Visit Nationwide Childrens Hospital Friday
WHAT: A NASA astronaut, in Columbus to attend the Arnold Sports Festival, will visit patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Friday. WHEN: 2 p.m. Friday, March 5, 2010 WHERE: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Outpatient Care Center (OCC) entrance 555 S. 18th St.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Blue Jackets Foundation to Donate 30 Televisions for Hematology/Oncology Unit at Nationwide Children's Hospital on Wednesday in Memory of Ryan Salmons
What: The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation will donate 30 hospital-grade 26” HD LCD televisions and proper wall mounts to outfit all patient rooms in the Hematology/Oncology unit at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Immigrants with Disabilities More Frequently Employed Than U.S.-Born Persons with Disabilities
Currently, foreign-born people make up approximately 13 percent of the total U.S. population. As the immigrant population grows, understanding its disability status and employment characteristics becomes increasingly important.
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New Gene Therapy Study Reverses Effects of Lethal Childhood Muscle Disorder in Mice
Reversing a protein deficiency through gene therapy can correct motor function, restore nerve signals and improve survival in mice that serve as a model for the lethal childhood disorder spinal muscular atrophy, new research shows.
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Colonic Marker Study
Many children have problems with bowel movements. This test can provide useful information on how well stool moves through the colon.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospitals Neurology Chief Co-authors Leading Stroke Textbook
The first edition of James Toole’s Cerebrovascular Disorders, published in 1967, was the first modern stroke textbook. Now, more than 40 years later and through five editions, a new edition has been released for both specialists and residents.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Accepted into CIGNA LifeSOURCE Transplant Network
Nationwide Children’s Hospital recently was accepted into the CIGNA LifeSOURCE Transplant Network, becoming the first Center of Excellence (COE) for Pediatric Heart Transplant designated by the Network in the state of Ohio, and one of 25 COE’s in the United States.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Reach Out and Read Community Book Drive
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Reach Out and Read Program Community Book Drive Celebration WHEN: Friday, March 12, 2010 1 p.m. – media opportunity WHERE: East Franklin Elementary 1955 Richmond Rd.
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Central Ohio Restaurants Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The Central Ohio Restaurant Association (CORA) is teaming up with the Arnold Sports Festival to support Nationwide Children’s Hospital in the week leading up to this year’s event March 4-7 in Columbus.
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TWIG and Garths Auctions to Host An Antique Road Show Benefiting Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The TWIG 2 Chapter of Columbus and Garth’s Auctions will host an appraisal day to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital at The Bexley Monk on Thursday, April 15 at 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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TWIG Chapter Hosts "Breakfast with the Easter Bunny" Benefiting Nationwide Children's Hospital
TWIG 178 (Gahanna chapter), a volunteer organization of Nationwide Children's Hospital, is hosting "Breakfast with the Easter Bunny" for children under 10 and their families Saturday, March 20 at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 4456 Morse Rd. in Gahanna. All proceeds benefit Nationwide Children's.
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Denim & Diamonds Gala Slated April 24 at Martini Park
The fifth-annual Denim & Diamonds Gala, benefiting The Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 24 at Martini Park at Easton Town Center.
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Evening of Hope to Benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The Seventh Annual “Evening of Hope” to benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is slated for 7 p.m. Saturday, April 10, 2010 at Bon Vie Bistro and Wine Bar at Easton Town Center.
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Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Come Out & Walk, Garden & Play! Saturday at Franklin Park Conservatory Community Garden
MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hosts “Come Out & Walk, Garden & Play!” Saturday at Franklin Park Conservatory Community Garden WHEN: Saturday, May 8, 2010 9:45 a.m. – best media/photo opportunity *event runs until 11 a.m.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Keller Williams® annual RED DAY Community Service Initiative
WHAT: Keller Williams® annual ‘RED DAY’ Community Service Initiative WHEN: Thursday, May 13, 2010, Noon WHERE: Media representatives are invited to Livingston Park in front of Nationwide Children’s Hospital at 12 noon when all Keller Williams associates will be gathered to
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Modified Measles Virus Shows Potential for Treating Childhood Brain Tumors
The use of modified measles virus may represent a new treatment for a childhood brain tumor known as medulloblastoma, according to a new study appearing in Neuro-Oncology.
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery Now Offered at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
A new weight reduction surgical option is now available through the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The newest surgical weight loss procedure offered by the Center is the “gastric sleeve,” named as such because a large part of the stomach
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Dr. Thomas Pommering Honored as Team Physician of the Year by Ohio Athletic Trainers Association
Thomas Pommering, DO, medical director of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine, was one of three physicians named Ohio Athletic Trainers’ Association (OATA) Team Physician of the Year during a ceremony held recently in Columbus.
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Circle of Friends 8th Annual Run for the Rainbow June 18
Circle of Friends, a volunteer organization supporting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host its 8th Annual Run for the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run Friday, June 18 at New Albany Market Square, 180 Market St., New Albany, Ohio.
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Childrens Miracle Network Telethon to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Telethon celebrates its 28th anniversary on air with WBNS-10TV on Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6, 2010.
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New National Study Examines Pediatric Mobility Aid-Related Injuries
Children and adolescents with an injury or disability may use mobility aids such as crutches, walkers and wheelchairs to help them move around more easily. However, use of these aids has been associated with risk for injury.
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The B-52s to play the Memorial Tournaments annual concert benefiting Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Morgan Stanley announced today the details of its 2010 benefit concert. IGS Energy Evening with the B-52s presented by The City of Dublin will benefit the Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Nationwide Children’s
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TWIG Hosts 23rd Annual Luncheon and Style Show Benefiting Nationwide Childrens Hospital
TWIG Statewide 5 will host its 23rd Annual Flashback to Fashion Luncheon and Style Show to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital at the Aladdin Shrine Center on Saturday, April 17; doors open at 9:30 a.m.
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Columbus Hospital Systems Form Unique 'Columbus Fetal Medicine Collaborative'
The Columbus Fetal Medicine Collaborative has been formed by Mount Carmel Health System, OhioHealth, The Ohio State University Medical Center and Nationwide Children’s Hospital joining together to provide optimal outcomes for high-risk expectant mothers and their babies with suspected fetal
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Nationwide Childrens Hospitals Section of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes Honored at the 2010 Art of Giving Gala
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) of central Ohio continues its mission to prevent and cure diabetes by hosting its annual fundraising event, The Art of Giving Gala. Each year, an organization or individual whose actions embody the mission of the ADA, is awarded the Art of Giving Back Award.
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The 3rd Annual Megans Miles Run/Walk to be Held May 30
The 3rd Annual Megan’s Miles Run/Walk, benefitting Muscular Dystrophy research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held on Sunday, May 30 at noon at Central Crossing High School.
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New National Study Examines Pediatric Mobility Aid-Related Injuries
Children and adolescents with an injury or disability may use mobility aids such as crutches, walkers and wheelchairs to help them move around more easily. However, use of these aids has been associated with risk for injury.
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Study Sheds Light on Deadly Gastrointestinal Disease in Infants Born with Complex Congenital Heart Disease
Infants born with complex congenital heart disease are not only at risk for serious heart-related complications, but also for developing a deadly bowel disease, regardless of the type of surgical intervention they receive for their heart.
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Pediatric Radiation Oncologist Joins James Cancer Hospital
Dr. Christopher Pelloski (43221) has been recruited to The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute as the first director of pediatric radiation oncology.
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OSU Alum, ESPN/ABC College Football Analyst Kirk Herbstreit Named Honorary Chair of Woody Hayes Celebrity Classic
Legendary Ohio State football coach Woody Hayes taught those he coached to “pay forward.” Kirk Herbstreit, former quarterback on the 1989-92 Ohio State football team, is doing just that by accepting the honorary chairmanship of the 34th Annual Woody Hayes Celebrity Classic slated for
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Strategy Confirmed to Help Doctors Determine When to Treat Retinopathy of Prematurity
Scientists have shown that through an eye exam, doctors can identify infants who are most likely to benefit from early treatment for a potentially blinding eye condition called retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), resulting in better vision for many children.
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RESCHEDULED - MEDIA ADVISORY: Crane Lifts Donated Car into the New Main Hospital at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Wednesday
WHAT: A donated Honda Civic will be lifted, by crane, into the new main hospital at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Wednesday. WHEN: 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, April 7, 2010 *Rain or shine, no wind above 40 mph. *Early arrival at 7:30 a.m. is suggested.
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Ohio Booster Seat Law Violations Now Subject to Fines
In a move to reduce the number of pediatric injuries and deaths from motor vehicle crashes, Ohio became the 44th state in the United States to enact a Booster Seat Law in October of 2009.
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Study: Better Understanding of Abnormalities that Lead to Chronic Kidney Disease in Children
Kidney damage associated with chronic reflux is the fourth leading cause of chronic kidney disease and is the most common cause of severe hypertension in children.
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Sisters Release New Childrens Book Exploring the Importance of Self-Esteem and the Meaning of Beauty and Friendship
For more information about this book, the authors or a press kit, please contact: Wurapa Publishing PO Box 307313 Gahanna, OH 43230 Attn: Karin Small Wurapa, MD, MPH Telephone: 614.560.9128 Email: publisher@mimithemermaid.com Mimi the Mermaid and the Pearl Necklace is a book born out of the
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New Study Shows Adolescents Disclose Suicidal Thoughts Using Computerized Tablet
Suicide is a leading cause of death among adolescents ages 10 to 19 years old. Research shows that most pediatric primary care physicians do not routinely ask youths about suicidal thoughts.
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Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury Book Published
Pediatric traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major public health concern and a new book focuses on evaluating what is currently known about childhood TBI and the challenges faced by researchers and clinicians in this arena.
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Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Program Seeks to Improve the Quality of our Nations Healthcare
A consortium of 11 primary organizations led by Battelle will participate in studies that will evaluate healthcare improvements in practice settings and determine how to implement successful innovations on a broader scale.
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Mayor, City Council, Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Community Partners Celebrate Citys First Renovated Residential Property Utilizing Federal Housing and Recovery Funds
Columbus Mayor Michael B. Coleman today joined with City Councilmember Charleta B. Tavares, Nationwide Children’s Hospital CEO Steve Allen, MD, and community leaders, to celebrate the city’s first renovated residential property utilizing federal housing and recovery funds through the
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Unique Gastroenterology Procedure Developed in Adults Shows Promise in Pediatrics
The use of device-assisted enteroscopy, a technique that allows complete examination of the small bowel, may be just as successful pediatrics as it has been in adult medicine, according to a study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Dr. Maya Spaeth Joins Nationwide Childrens Hospital Plastic Surgery Team and Brings New Service to Program
Maya Spaeth, MD, joined Nationwide Children’s Hospital in September as co-director of the Hand, Microsurgery and Brachial Plexus Program within the section of Plastic Surgery.
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Sturge-Weber Syndrome Textbook Published
Eleven years after the first edition, a new edition of the Sturge-Weber Syndrome textbook has been published by the Sturge-Weber Foundation in New Jersey. Co-author E. Steve Roach, MD, is chief of Neurology and vice-chair of Pediatrics at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: A Special Day for Those Who Cherish Every Day: Survivorship Celebration
WHAT: A Special Day for Those Who Cherish Every Day: Survivorship Celebration Nationwide Children’s Hospital cancer survivors celebrate with families, friends and hospital staff Sunday in Hilliard WHEN: Sunday, September 12, 2010 1 - 5 p.m. *2:30 p.m.
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Brueggers Hosts Free Coffee Day to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is proud to partner with Bruegger’s to host Free Coffee Day on Wednesday, November 10 at all central Ohio locations. Until 2 p.m., guests can fill up their coffee mugs with free regular drip coffee.
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Cards for Kids Slated for November 16 to benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital
TWIG III invites participants to ‘Deal A Hand’ for Nationwide Children’s Hospital by attending Cards for Kids on Tuesday, November 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Scioto Country Club, 2196 Riverside Drive in Upper Arlington.
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What to Expect
What is a liver transplant? Why might my child need one? What is the process for liver transplantation? Our team helps you understand the process and what you can expect along the way.
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Christines Christmas Slated for December 11 to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital
During the holidays, we reflect on loved ones who have touched our lives and hearts. In 2003, Christine Wilson and four of her friends perished in a tragic arson near the campus of The Ohio State University.
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Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital, Columbus Public Health and Community Partners Unveil and Discuss 2010-11 Full Potential Collaborative Childrens Health Report at Metro Club Forum Wednesday
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Columbus Public Health and Community Partners Unveil and Discuss 2010-11 Full Potential Collaborative Children’s Health Report at Metro Club Forum Wednesday Comprehensive updates to 2008 report include progress report card on how Franklin County
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New National Study Highlights Dangers of Exertional Heat-Related Injuries
A new study conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital examined exertional heat-related injuries that were treated in emergency departments between 1997 and 2006.
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Rock N Bowl Slated for February 5; Team Registration Open
Winter in central Ohio is a great time for indoor activities. What better way to spend a cold, snowy day than a day filled with bowling fun all while supporting a good cause.
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St. Baldricks Foundation Awards a Total of $117,560 to The Research Institute at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The St. Baldrick’s Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising money for childhood cancer research, awarded an infrastructure grant of $67,560 to The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Partners with The Ohio State University Medical Center to Better Understand Preterm Birth
Every year, more than 50,000 babies are born premature in the United States. Despite the notable advances in neonatal care, these premature infants often suffer from preterm birth complications – the single largest cause of infant mortality.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Unveils Clinical Interiors of New Main Hospital Set to Open in June 2012
Recently, Nationwide Children’s Hospital unveiled publically for the first time the clinical interiors of its new main hospital – the centerpiece of its six-part master facilities plan.
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Media Advisory: New Hospital Mock Rooms Media Open House
WHAT: New Hospital Mock Rooms Media Open House A sneak peak inside the new Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Wednesday, December 8, 2010 10:30 a.m.
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NFL Charities Awards More Than $1.6 Million in Sports Medical Research Grants
NFL Charities, the charitable foundation of the National Football League owners, has awarded more than $1.6 million in grants to support sports-related medical research at 16 organizations, the NFL announced today. Of these grants, $988,224 will go to studying concussion prevention and treatment.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Introduce New Technology to Enhance Pediatric Assessment and Early Diagnosis
Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced today the introduction of a new pediatric diagnostic tool that assesses developmental milestones in early childhood while helping identify problems so that treatments for various conditions or disorders can begin sooner.
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New National Study Examines Concussion Management in High School Sports
Each academic year, an estimated 136,000 sports-related concussions occur among high school athletes in the United States. A new study conducted by researchers at the Sports Concussion Clinic at Children’s Hospital Boston and the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute
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Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program Takes Aim At Unsafe Birth Spacing
OhioHealth recently received a federal grant of an estimated $2.8 million from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children, Youth and Families' and Family and Youth Services Bureau, for a five-year study to reduce subsequent pregnancies in teenagers.
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Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital to demonstrate new technology to enhance pediatric assessment & diagnosis
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital will unveil a new and innovative use of technology, called Pediaglyphs™, that will be used for patient education, pediatric developmental screening and diagnostics. Dr.
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Media Advisory: New Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Rolls Out In Central and Southeastern Ohio
Underserved children soon will have greater access to health care services in central and southeastern Ohio. Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Central Ohio and Nationwide Children’s Hospital are launching today the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Neurologists Author Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring Book
A new book entitled “Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring” has been published by Cambridge University Press, co-authored by Nationwide Children’s Hospital Pediatric Neurologists Gloria M. Galloway, MD, and Khaled M. Zamel, MD; Marc R. Nuwer, MD, of UCLA; and Jaime R.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Awarded $11.5 Million Contract Extension for Biospecimen Banking
Nationwide Children's Hospital recently was awarded $11.5 million from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to continue its role as one of two Biospecimen Core Resources (BCR) for The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA).
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital, Community Partners Unveil 2010-11 Full Potential Collaborative Childrens Health Report
Today during a Columbus Metropolitan Club forum, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the Columbus Public Health Department and more than a dozen other local organizations came together to, once again, spark a community-wide conversation about the state of pediatric health in Franklin County, and
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Pill Disposal Day; November 13
To help keep our community safe from prescription drug abuse, misuse and potential poisonings, the Central Ohio Poison Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital is hosting Pill Disposal Day on November 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Outpatient Care Center loop (555 S. 18th St.).
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Joins Down Syndrome Research Consortium
Nationwide Children’s Hospital today announced that it has joined a national research consortium that will work to accelerate Down syndrome research and scientific discovery. The effort is the first of its kind in the nation.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Named LIVESTRONG® Community Impact Project Award Recipient
Nationwide Children’s Hospital was recently announced as a LIVESTRONG® Community Impact Project award recipient. The project, created by LIVESTRONG, the organization founded by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong to serve people affected by cancer and empower them to take
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Meet Our Residents and Fellows
Meet the Nationwide Children's Hospital Child Neurology Residents and Fellows.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opens New Downtown Close To HomeSM Center
To help accommodate growth, Nationwide Children’s Hospital has moved several clinics from its East Central Close To HomeSM Center to a new downtown location.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Reminds Parents to Stay Alert during Holidays
The holidays are an exciting and busy time of year as parents race to finish the shopping, decorating and baking. As the number of days left in the calendar year winds down, be sure to allow plenty of time in that hectic schedule for playing with your child and sharing holiday traditions as a
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Roach Elected President-Elect of Child Neurology Society
E. Steve Roach, MD, Chief of Neurology at Nationwide Children's Hospital, has been elected President-Elect of the Child Neurology Society (CNS). The CNS is the professional association of pediatric neurologists in the United States, Canada and throughout the world whose mission is to foster the
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Neonatology Staff Receives March of Dimes Awards
The March of Dimes recently hosted its 8th annual Health Leadership Awards Luncheon on November 17, 2010, also National Prematurity Awareness Day. This event honors individuals and organizations that have supported the mission of the March of Dimes by their extraordinary contributions in maternal
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TWIG Bazaar Slated for November 14 at Ohio Expo Center
In its 88th year, TWIG Bazaar will offer attendees unique, handcrafted holiday gifts from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 14 at the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center. Event proceeds benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency
The Nationwide Children's Hospital Pediatric Physical Therapy Residency is an APTA-credentialed, 13-month clinical residency.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our pediatric physical therapy residency faculty.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our Child Neurology Residency faculty.
Pediatric Dentistry Residency
The hospital-based Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program is offered through a partnership between Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Dentistry.
PGY1-Community
The Nationwide Children’s PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency with emphasis in community care focuses on training pharmacists in disease state management in a community and ambulatory care setting.
PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
The PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency will provide the resident with opportunities to become a competent pharmacy clinician, in preparation for a career in direct patient care roles.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency faculty.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our Medical Genetics Residency faculty.
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Campus Housing
For more than 10 years, the International Scholars Program has made visitors welcome in their home away from home by providing a comfortable, private space to relax in after a hard day’s work.
PGY1/PGY2 Administration and Leadership
This program grants the successful graduate a Master of Science degree from The Ohio State University and a PGY1/PGY2 Residency Certificate in Health-System Pharmacy Administration from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
PGY2-Pediatrics
The ASHP-accredited PGY2 Pharmacy Residency - Pediatrics provides the resident with advanced clinical training in pediatric and neonatal pharmacotherapy, as well as numerous teaching and research opportunities.
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Grow a Beard. Make a Difference.
Join the hundreds of central Ohio men who have pledged to make a difference and grow a beard in the month of November. Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is delighted to be kicking off the 4th Annual Novembeard in support of the Hospice and Palliative Care Program in partnership
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Media Advisory: 2014 Candidates Forum on Children & Youth
WHAT: 2014 Candidates Forum on Children & Youth WHEN: Friday, October 17 Breakfast at 7 a.m., program begins at 8 a.m. WHERE: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Ann Isaly Wolfe Education Building, Stecker Auditorium 575 S.
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Media Advisory: Bringing Halloween to Kids at Nationwide Children's Hospital
WHO: Volunteers from local Spirit Halloween stores, patients and families at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Spirit of Children Program has raised more than $78,035.00 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital to date WHAT: Spirit of Children will host a Halloween party for pediatric patients
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Kenyon Institute Announce Medical Writing Initiative
Researchers and clinicians at Nationwide Children’s Hospital now have new opportunities for training in writing as a result of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s new partnership with the Kenyon Institute in Biomedical and Scientific Writing.
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Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Hilliard Close To Home Center Family Day
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital hosts free Hilliard Close To Home Center Family Day that will include fun activities, refreshments and a tour of the new facility WHEN: 9 a.m.-11 a.m., Saturday, October 25, 2014 WHERE: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hilliard Close To Home Center
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Host Information Session on Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery on October 21
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is hosting a series of Bariatric Surgery Information Sessions to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity.
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Caffeine to Viagra: The Medications Saving Preemies May Surprise You
This month is Prematurity Awareness Month and today is World Prematurity Day. What many people may not know is part of the comprehensive care for the tiniest babies includes medications such as Sildenafil and caffeine.
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Donatos Campaign Good Cheer Launches, Benefits Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Donatos Pizza are pleased to announce the Donatos “Good Cheer” Campaign, which will run from Nov. 25 to Dec. 29, 2014.
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Christine's Christmas Concert Presented by Macy's Slated for December 13
During the holidays, we reflect on loved ones who have touched our lives and hearts. In 2003, Christine Wilson and four of her friends perished in a tragic arson near the campus of The Ohio State University. To honor her precious life, the 11th Annual Christine’s Christmas will be presented.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Holiday Toy Drive
The third annual Every Gift Matters Great Toy Drop-Off to benefit patients at Nationwide Children’s Hospital will be held Saturday, December 6, 2014, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Interested persons should follow the signage to the Outpatient Care loop located at 555 S.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Host Information Session on Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery on November 18
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is hosting a series of Bariatric Surgery Information Sessions to discuss weight loss surgery options available for teens to combat obesity.
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New Study Finds Laundry Detergent Pods a Serious Poisoning Risk for Children Younger than 6 Years of Age in the United States
Laundry detergent pods began appearing on U.S. store shelves in early 2012, and people have used them in growing numbers ever since. The small packets can be tossed into a washing machine without ever having to measure out a liquid or powder.
Pediatric Dysphagia Speech Pathology Fellowship
The Pediatric Dysphagia Speech Pathology Fellowship program trains its fellows for 12 months while including clinical and research training in the assessment and treatment of dysphagia and other speech and language disorders.
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"Wheel of Fortune" Viewers Can Turn Spins into Miracles for Nationwide Children's Hospital
America’s Game®, Wheel of Fortune is once again presenting viewers with its popular “Secret Santa Sweepstakes” brought to you by Walmart, and this year the at-home viewers aren’t the only winners.
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Gene Therapy Goals and Objectives
Our Fellowship provides training for clinician scientists in the field of genetic therapies for neuromuscular disease. Learn more about the goals and objectives of this fellowship.
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Gene Therapy Fellowship Curriculum
The objective of the fellowship is to provide expert training in the provision of gene therapy as a component of clinical care, and research training in gene therapies.
Meet Our Faculty
Core Faculty Gene Therapy Interest Allison Bradbury, PhD CNS Laboratory Anne Connolly, MD Neuromuscular Clinical Kevin Flanigan, MD CNS; Neuromuscular Clinical, Laboratory Scott Harper, PhD Neuromuscular Laboratory Stephen Kaler, MD Genetics, Copper Metabolism Clinical, Laboratory Paul Martin, PhD
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Meet Our Gene Therapy Fellows
Learn more about the Genetic Therapeutics fellows training at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Gene Therapy Fellowship Application and Selection
Interested in applying for our Neuromuscular Genetic Therapeutics Fellowship? Learn more about our Neuromuscular Genetic Therapeutics Fellowship application and selection.
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La Mega Radio Listeners Pledge More Than $128,000 Toward Nationwide Childrens Hospital
A record $128,463 was pledged toward Nationwide Children’s Hospital during the third-annual La Mega 103.1 FM Radiothon, Nationwide Children’s and La Mega 103.1 FM Radio announced.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce 2014 Patient Champions Miles and Mile Themes
The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce the mile assignments and themes for its field of “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26.2 miles on this year’s course.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Ranks No. 1 on Facebook Among U.S.News and Health Report Honor Roll Hospitals
Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Facebook page, facebook.com/NationwideChildrensHospital, was ranked No. 1 among the Top 10 children’s hospitals in the U.S.News and Health Report Honor Roll. Nationwide Children’s, which is No.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospitals Hilliard Close To Home Center to Move Location
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hilliard Close To Home Center is moving and will begin seeing patients at the new location Oct. 20. The move will enhance the patient experience by providing expanded services. The center will move to 4363 All Seasons Drive.
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Study Shows Medication is Frequently, Unintentionally Given Incorrectly to Young Children
According to Nationwide Children’s Hospital researchers, 63,000 children under the age of six experienced out-of-hospital medication errors annually between 2002 and 2012.
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Study Shows Medication is Frequently, Unintentionally Given Incorrectly to Young Children
According to Nationwide Children’s Hospital researchers, 63,000 children under the age of six experienced out-of-hospital medication errors annually between 2002 and 2012.
Research
The primary goal of the research component of the fellowship program is high quality, in-depth scholarly activity that lays the foundation for a career in academic medicine.
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Training and Experience
The fellowship curriculum encompasses the areas of clinical medicine, research, career development and supports our mission to train the next generation of academic neonatologists.
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Fifth Annual Bariatric Surgery Celebration
WHAT: Fifth Annual Bariatric Surgery Celebration Bariatric surgery patients and families are welcomed back to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to celebrate their successes WHEN: Monday, December 8, 2014 5 p.m.
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Didactic Opportunities
Nationwide Children's Hospital Neonatology Fellowship offers many educational opportunities. Learn more about this fellowship offers.
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Quality Improvement Curriculum
Nationwide Children's Hospital is a national leader in quality improvement teaching and implementation, and our Neonatal Service Line has a large number of skilled educators and mentors to assist the fellow during their fellowship. Find the details of our curriculum.
Neonatal and Infant Feeding Disorders Fellowship
The Neonatal and Infant Feeding Disorders Fellowship is a one-year, advanced program targeted to understanding the mechanisms of developmental gastrointestinal motility and neonatal and infant feeding disorders.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Re-Designated with American Nurses Credentialing Center Magnet Recognition® for a Third Time
The American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program® for excellence in nursing services has granted Nationwide Children’s Hospital ANCC Magnet Recognition® for a third time.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Reminds Parents to Stay Alert during the Holidays
The holidays are an exciting and busy time of year as parents race to finish their shopping, decorating and baking. As the number of days left in the calendar year winds down, be sure to allow plenty of time in that hectic schedule for sharing holiday traditions as a family.
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Faculty Publications
Abusin GA, Abu-Arja R, Bajwa R, Horwitz E, Auletta J, Rangarajan H. Severe transplant associated thrombotic microangiopathy (TA-TMA) in patients with hemoglobinopathies: A brief report. Pediatric Blood and Cancer 2017 Sep;64:e26503.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Announces Downtown Facilities Expansion to Accommodate Growing Patient Need
Nationwide Children’s Hospital released architectural renderings today for two new facilities near its downtown campus to accommodate growth in patient services.
Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship
The Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship offers an opportunity to learn about robot-assisted surgery. If you share our commitment to do what’s best for children, there’s no doubt you can make an impact here at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Fellowship Curriculum
The Hemostasis-Thrombosis Fellowship curriculum is somewhat flexible in order to accommodate the unique learning needs of the matriculated fellowship applicant, which may be dependent on their ultimate career goals and/or designed to build upon their past experiences. Learn about these opportunities and the minimum expectations.
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Meet Our Fellows
Meet our current and past fellows of the Joan Fellowship in Pediatric Hemostasis-Thrombosis at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our Pediatric Neurogastroenterology and Motility Fellowship faculty.
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Clinical Training
Learn more about the Pediatric Neurogastroenterology and Motility Fellowship clinical training at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our gastroenterology fellowship faculty.
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Research Experience
Learn more details about the emergency medicine fellowship research experience.
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Scholarly Activity
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics fellows are involved in a variety of scholarly and academic activities including research, quality improvement and teaching. There are also opportunities to complete a Master’s degree during this fellowship.
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Clinical Experiences
The primary goal of the clinical component of fellowship training is for fellows to develop competence in the diagnosis and management of developmental and behavioral conditions and in the provision of evidence-based interventions for individuals with these conditions.
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Meet our developmental-behavioral pediatrics fellowship faculty.
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Didactic Curriculum
Learn about the Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship didactic curriculum.
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Clinics and Programs
Learn more about our Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics clinics and programs, as well as specialty clinics outside of DBP.
Pediatric Heart Failure and Transplant Fellowship
This is a one-year training program for qualified physicians who completed a basic three-year program in pediatric cardiology and who wish to pursue further training in pediatric heart failure and transplantation.
Meet Our Faculty
Learn more about the leadership and faculty of the Pediatric Heart Failure and Transplant Fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital below.
Clinical Laboratory Genetics and Genomics Fellowship
The Clinical LGG Fellowship, offered by Nationwide Children’s, provides a broad experience of operations within an integrated clinical cytogenetics and molecular genetics laboratory setting.
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Meet our child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship faculty.
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Curriculum
Our child adolescent psychiatric curriculum includes rotations at different facilities, including Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University Medical Center.
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Sample Rotation Schedules
A sample schedule for the three-year Child Abuse Pediatrics fellowship program and four-year combined Pediatrics Emergency Medicine/Child Abuse Pediatrics fellowship program are outlined below*. *Note the order will vary depending on the number of fellows.
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Educational and Professional Opportunities
Learn more about educational and professional opportunities for Child Abuse Pediatrics fellows at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Life as a Fellow
The Child Abuse Pediatrics fellowship consists of 13 four-week block rotations which predominate in clinical time at The Center for Family Safety and Healing with coverage of both the outpatient and inpatient services.
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Meet our clinical laboratory genetics and genomics fellowship faculty.
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Course Descriptions
During the child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship, fellows are required to participate in several seminars, conferences and rounds during their time at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Meet Our Fellows
Learn more about the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellows training at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Clinical Neuro-Oncology Fellowship
The Clinical Neuro-Oncology Fellowship is a 12-month program that provides multidisciplinary training and experience in the care and management of children, adolescents and young adults with central nervous system tumors.
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Research Projects
The Clinical Informatics Fellowship at Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers fellows the opportunity to lead research that drives innovation in pediatric healthcare.
Pediatric Orthopedic Oncology Fellowship
Nationwide Children's Hospital offers a one-year advanced orthopedic fellowship in Pediatric Orthopedic Musculoskeletal Oncology for interested surgeons and trainees that have completed a residency training program and/or previous fellowship in Orthopedic Surgery.
Congenital Cardiac Surgery Fellowship
Nationwide Children's Hospital offers a Congenital Cardiac Surgery Fellowship. If you share our commitment to do what’s best for children, there’s no doubt you can make an impact here at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
Clinical Informatics Fellowship
Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University offer a two-year Clinical Informatics Fellowship for physicians board-certified or eligible in ANY primary specialty and aims to train the future leaders in healthcare informatics.
Surgical Quality Improvement Research Fellowship
Candidates who are interested in Quality Improvement are encouraged to apply for Nationwide Children's Hospital's two-year Surgical Quality Improvement Research Fellowship.
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Experience and Schedule
Learn more about the anesthesiology fellowship clinical experience, clinical rotations and didactics.
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Conferences and Education
The conference and didactic programs are designed to provide the necessary science and clinical materials to fully prepare the fellows for the American Board of Allergy and Immunology.
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Experience
Our fellows gain experience through rotations in the immunology department and from the The Ohio State University Medical Center at the Morehouse Medical Plaza.
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Meet our cardiac radiology fellowship faculty.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our bone marrow transplant fellowship faculty.
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Fellow Publications & Presentations
View all of the publications and presentations by our Anesthesiology Fellows.
Interventional Cardiology Fellowship
The Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital is a one to two year training program focused on the technical aspects of cardiac catheterization.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our cardiology fellowship faculty.
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Meet Our Fellows
Learn more about the current Cardiac Radiology fellow at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Application and Selection
Interested in our anesthesiology fellowship? Learn more about our application and selection process.
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Facilities
Learn about the many different facilities that are used during our anesthesiology fellowship.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our advanced cardiac imaging fellowship faculty.
Meet Our Faculty
Learn more about the leadership and faculty of the Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital below.
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Shaping The Future Of ACHD
The Columbus Ohio Adult Congenital Heart Disease (COACH) Program is helping to shape the future of ACHD not only locally in Columbus, but throughout Ohio, the Midwest and nationally.
Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Fellowship
The Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Fellowship provides an advanced level of clinical, research and administrative subspecialty training in the field of bariatric surgery to meet the needs of adolescent bariatric patients.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our adult congenital heart disease fellowship faculty.
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Meet Our Fellows
Learn more about the fellows and alumni of the Epilepsy Surgery Fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Faculty
Learn more about the leadership and faculty of the Epilepsy Surgery Fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Meet Our Fellows
Meet the our current fellow and past alumni of the Comprehensive Pediatric Pain fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Meet Our Faculty
Meet our Pediatric Orthopedic Innovation Fellowship faculty.
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Fellowship Experience
The Sports Medicine Fellowship is a one year fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Fellows will have a broad range of study and a close working relationship with faculty members.
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Auditory Brainstem Implants (ABI)
As of November 2015, about 25 children have obtained an auditory brainstem implants in the United States.
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Direct Laryngoscopy and Bronchoscopy
Learn about a direct Laryngoscopy and/or Bronchoscopy procedure to examine a voice box.
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Flexible Nasopharyngoscopy/Laryngoscopy
Learn about a test called Flexible nasopharyngoscopy, or “flexible scope.”
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Lingual Frenotomy
Learn about the surgical procedure used to treat tongue tie (ankyloglossia) called Lingual Frenotomy.
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Nasal Cautery
Learn about the procedure Nasal cautery, or nasal cauterization, used to treat nosebleeds (epistaxis).
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Sinus Surgery
Everything you need to know if you child is having sinus surgery, or FESS (functional endoscopic sinus surgery) is a procedure.
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Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Excision
Options for treating a thyroglossal duct cyst in your child.
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Central Ohio Poison Center at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Cautions Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Can Resemble the Flu
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Central Ohio Poison Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital cautions that the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can resemble the flu.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Unveils Dramatic Downtown Wallscape Donated By Nationwide
Today, Nationwide Children’s Hospital joined with Nationwide to unveil a dramatic new downtown wallscape featuring seven-year-old Angela Irizarry from Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.
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New Software Analyzes Human Genomes Faster than Other Available Technologies, Empowering Population Scale Genomic Analysis
Investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have developed an analysis “pipeline” that slashes the time it takes to search a person’s genome for disease-causing variations from weeks to hours.
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The Immune System May Play a Key Role in Viral Therapys Effectiveness Against Tumors
Viral therapy for childhood cancer could possibly improve if treatments such as chemotherapy do not first suppress patients’ immune systems, according to findings published today in the journal Molecular Therapy—Oncolytics.
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Video Game Technology Helps Measure Upper Extremity Movement in Patients with Muscular Dystrophy
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Researchers at Nationwide Children's Hospital have developed a way to measure upper extremity movement in patients with muscular dystrophy using interactive video game technology.
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Crohns Disease Not Exempt From Racial Disparities
A study published recently in the IBD Journal found significant differences in hospital readmissions, medication usage, and both medical and surgical complications of children with Crohn’s disease related to race.
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Researcher at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Secures Grant to Develop a Standard Statistical Evidence Measure to Reduce Errors in Biomedical Research
Veronica Vieland, PhD, director of the Battelle Center for Mathematical Medicine in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, was recently awarded a $500,000 grant from the W.M.
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Growth and Nutrition with IBD
In this animation, Maddie explains the importance of a healthy, balanced diet to patients with IBD. She also discusses MyPlate and nutrition therapy for managing your IBD.
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What Tests to Expect
In this animation, our patient Nick explains what kinds of tests or procedures are common for kids with IBD.
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Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult GI Care
In this animation, our patient Nick explains what happens when patients transition from pediatric to adult GI care to manage their IBD.
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Managing Life With IBD
In this animation, our patient Maddie explains how IBD affects things other than your health and offers tips on managing life with inflammatory bowel disease.
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Serving Patients in the Mansfield Community
Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers Ear, Nose and Throat services to the Mansfield and Richland County communities in our Mansfield Close To Home Center conveniently located at 536 South Trimble Road.
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What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease or IBD?
In this animation, our patient Maddie explains what Inflammatory Bowel Disease is and how it might affect you. You'll also learn the difference between Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis and Indeterminate Colitis.
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Justice Stores Partner with Nationwide Childrens Hospital Give Hope National Fundraising Campaign to Help Kids Everywhere
Tween retailer Justice has teamed with Nationwide Children’s Hospital for a spring “Give Hope” national store campaign that will benefit patients and families everywhere who seek out Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s expert research and care.
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Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Welcomes Team EAS Athlete Larry Fitzgerald for a Meet and Greet with Patients and Families
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital to host a meet and greet with Team EAS athlete and professional football player, Larry Fitzgerald, with patients and their families in the new hospital main lobby at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Morgans Fund Launches Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) Podcast Series: Premiere Features Dr. Gail Besner
The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund (Morgan’s Fund) has announced the launch of its free, audio podcast series about Necrotizing Enterocolitis called Speaking of NEC: Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Earns National Recognition for Patient-Centered Care
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has received NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition for using evidence-based, patient-centered processes that focus on highly coordinated care and long-term, participative relationships the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Joins Nationwide to Make Safe Happen Easier for Parents and Caregivers
Watch this video to learn more about the Make Safe Happen app. Nationwide Children’s Hospital is joining Nationwide – one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the U.S. – in their effort to prevent childhood injury.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Receives Grant from Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation for New Pressure Mapping System for Rehabilitation Patients
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is proud to announce that it has received a $5,495 Quality of Life grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.
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New Company Lattice Biotech and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Join Forces to Attack Chronic Bacterial Infections
A new Columbus-based company has been formed based on research from Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Lattice Biotech is leveraging a discovery that disrupts bacterial biofilms, creating a more effective environment for antibiotics to eradicate chronic infections.
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GenomeNext Inks Agreement with Nationwide Childrens Hospital for Genomic Sequencing Analysis
GenomeNext, LLC, a leader in genomic data management and integrated analysis, announced today an agreement with Nationwide Children’s Hospital under which Nationwide Children’s will integrate GenomeNext’s genomic sequencing analysis platform for both clinical laboratory services
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Willy Wonka Special Show for Patients, Staff of Nationwide Children's Hospital
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is making way for scrumdidilyumptious fun. This Sunday, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will give Nationwide Children’s patients and staff an exclusive sneak peek before the production hits the Palace Theatre later this month.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital and IHOP Partner to Help Kids Everywhere During National Pancake Day
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and all seven central Ohio IHOP franchises are pleased to announce their partnership that will benefit children locally, as well as everywhere.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Appoints Steven C. Matson, MD, Chief of Adolescent Medicine
Steven C. Matson, MD, has recently been appointed section chief of Adolescent Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and division chief at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, effective December 2014. Dr.
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Partners for Kids, Nationwide Childrens Hospital Demonstrate Cost Savings and Quality as Pediatric ACO
A new study published in Pediatrics demonstrates the cost-saving and health care quality outcomes of the pediatric Accountable Care Organization (ACO) Partners for Kids.
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GenomeNext, Powered by Amazon Web Services and Intel, Achieves Unprecedented Throughput of 1,000 Genomes Analyzed per Day, Enabling Population-Scale Genomics
GenomeNext, LLC, a leader in genomic data management and integrated analysis, announced today that, through the “Intel Heads In The Clouds Challenge on Amazon Web Services (AWS)” with support from JHC Technology, and in conjunction with Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has
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Willy Wonkas Chocolate Factory Comes to Life at the Palace Theater
To raise funds for central Ohio’s only pediatric hospice and palliative care program, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Feb.ruary 27 – to March 1st at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre, located at 34 W.est Broad
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Special Performances of Willy Wonka the Musical at the Palace Theatre to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is making way for scrumdidilyumptious fun. This Feb. 27 at 10:30 a.m., Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s will give Columbus City School students an exclusive sneak peek of Willy Wonka the Musical before the curtain goes up opening night.
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Marijuana Use is Associated with Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Adolescents
A study published recently by researchers from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, found 10 percent of adolescents sent to a Sleep Center for evaluation of excessive daytime sleepiness with testing results consistent with narcolepsy had urine drug screens positive for marijuana, confounding the
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The Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament and Post Party Slated for February 28
TWIG III, an auxiliary of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, invites the public to its 14th annual Westy Open Paddle Tennis Tournament and Post Party presented by The Rockbridge Group and the Crane Group on Saturday, February 28.
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E. Steve Roach, MD, Honored with 2015 Hower Award from the Child Neurology Society
E. Steve Roach, MD, Chief of Neurology and Vice-Chair of Pediatrics at Nationwide Children's Hospital, has been named the recipient of the 2015 Hower Award by the Child Neurology Society.
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Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide shines a bright light on Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Childrens Hospital alliance
The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide hosted the fifth annual Legends Luncheon presented by Nationwide today, a unique, award-winning fundraiser that brings to life the alliance between the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Musculoskeletal Outcomes From Study on Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Safety
Outcomes regarding musculoskeletal disease among severely obese adolescents participating in the “Teen Longitudinal Assessment of Bariatric Surgery” (Teen-LABS) study were published this week in JAMA Pediatrics.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Applauds Congress for Protecting Child Health
Nationwide Children’s Hospital applauds Congress for passing legislation to protect children’s health care by extending funding for the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (H.R.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Named to Becker's Hospital Review 100 Great Hospitals in America List
CHICAGO — Becker's Hospital Review has published the 2015 edition of "100 Great Hospitals in America," a compilation of some of the most prominent, forward-thinking and focused healthcare facilities in the nation.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Welcomes Power 107.5 and Magic 106.3 for the Radio One Childrens Miracle Network Radiothon April 17
Nationwide Children’s Hospital will welcome Radio One’s local radio stations Power 107.5 and Magic 106. 3 Friday, April 17, for the annual Radio One Radiothon that helps sick and injured kids receiving care and treatment at Nationwide Children’s, a Children’s Miracle Network
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Dr. Jonathan L. Finlay Recipient of The Elizabeth and Richard Germain Endowed Chair in Pediatric Cancer
During the Wyss Family Symposium, hosted by Nationwide Children’s Hospital May 11-12, Jonathan L. Finlay, MB, ChB, FRCP, Director of Neuro-Oncology at Nationwide Children’s, will be announced as the first recipient of The Elizabeth and Richard Germain Endowed Chair in Pediatric Cancer.
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Kroger Customers Can Now Support Children at the Checkout
Kroger customers will now have the opportunity to donate to Nationwide Children’s Hospital while they are paying for their groceries at all Central Ohio and Ohio Valley stores. The 2015 Kroger “Kids Come First” campaign begins May 31 and runs through June 13.
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Miguel Saps, MD, Named Director of Research for the Motility Center at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Miguel Saps, MD, has joined the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition as an attending gastroenterologist and director of research for the Motility Center. He is also professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr.
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Registration Open for Junior Golf Classic Slated for July 6 at The Ohio State University Golf Club
Registration is now open for the 23rd Annual Junior Golf Classic, slated for Monday, July 6 at The Ohio State University Golf Club, Scarlet and Gray Courses. The event is organized by the Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital with all proceeds benefitting the hospital.
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Study Finds Cow Milk Is Added to Breast Milk and Sold to Parents Online
A study published today on the safety of human breast milk bought over the Internet found that 10 percent of samples contained added cow’s milk.
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10th-Annual Denim & Diamonds Gala Slated April 25 at The Venue at Corazon
The 10th-annual Denim & Diamonds Gala, benefiting The Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held from 7 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, April 25 at The Venue at Corazon located at 7155 Corazon Dr., Dublin, Ohio 43016.
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Applebees Grill & Bar Partners with Nationwide Childrens Hospital To Help Kids Everywhere
Applebee’s Grill & Bar has teamed with Nationwide Children’s Hospital for a three-week fundraising campaign that will benefit patients and families who travel to Nationwide Children’s Hospital for its expert research and care.
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Bladder Outlet Surgery
Bladder outlet surgery aims to stop urine from leaking from the bladder into the underwear or a diaper. Bladder neck reconstruction and sling procedures are usually done at the same time to stop urinary incontinence.
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Cure Duchenne to Host a Webinar on Duplication Research for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy with Dr. Kevin Flanigan from Nationwide Childrens Hospital on April 6
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. -- CureDuchenne, a nonprofit that raises awareness and funds research to find a cure for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, will host an “Update on Duplication Mutation Research for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy” webinar with Dr.
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Youths evaluated for sexual abuse at risk for revictimization online
SAN DIEGO, Calif. - Many suspected victims of child sexual abuse are sharing sexually explicit photos and videos via their cell phones and social media, and are receiving online sexual solicitations, according to a study to be presented Tuesday, April 28 at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS)
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Cure SMA Provides Additional Funding for Promising Spinal Muscular Atrophy Research at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Cure SMA, the leading organization dedicated to the treatment and cure of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), recently provided an additional $445,000 grant toward a gene therapy for SMA at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosted 2015 Spring Middle School Career Day, Presented by Time Warner Cable
More than 100 students participated in the 2015 Spring Middle School Career Day, Presented by Time Warner Cable, at Nationwide Children’s Hospital May 15.
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Diamond Cellar Joins the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer with Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Throughout the month of September, Diamond Cellar will help the fight against pediatric cancer when the jeweler contributes five percent of every jewelry repair to Nationwide Children’s Hospital. From Sept.
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Hyundai Hope on Wheels Presents Nationwide Childrens with $50,000 Hyundai Impact Award for Psychosocial Program
Hyundai Hope On Wheels® and Columbus-area Hyundai dealers will today award Nationwide Children’s Hospital of Columbus, Ohio with a $50,000 Hyundai Hope On Wheels Impact Award to Dr.
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More Evidence Supports that Kids Headaches Increase at Back-to-School Time
Findings from Nationwide Children’s Hospital physicians demonstrate that headaches increase in fall in children, a trend that may be due to back-to-school changes in stress, routines and sleep.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospitals Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition Achieves National Accreditation from American College of Surgeons Metabolic, Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program
Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition recently achieved Adolescent Center accreditation by the joint American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
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Study Finds Tests Used to Measure Internal Bleeding For Patients Taking Two Popular Drugs May Not Be Reliable
A recently-published study found that while internal bleeding may be uncommon as a result of taking blood thinners such as Xarelto® (rivaroxaban) and Eliquis® (apixaban), the normal coagulation tests physicians use to check for the side effect of bleeding may not be reliable.
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Amy Donegan, CPNP-PC, Elected President of the Association of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Nurses
Amy M. Donegan, certified pediatric nurse practitioner at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, has been elected the next president of the Association of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition Nurses (APGNN).
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Audition Registration Now Open for Mary Poppins the Broadway Musical
To raise funds for central Ohio’s only pediatric hospice and palliative care program, Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Children’s Hospital will present Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins March 11-13 at Columbus’ historic Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St.
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Childhood Kidney Stones Associated With Atherosclerosis, Study Shows
A recent study published in The Journal of Pediatrics is the first to examine and identify a link between kidney stones in children and thickened or hardened arteries — precursors to a wide variety of cardiovascular diseases.
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Darryl Robbins, DO, FAAP Receives Community Pediatrician Award
The Ohio Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (Ohio AAP), representing more than 2,900 members in the state of Ohio, is proud to announce the recipient of the Arnold Friedman, MD, FAAP Community Pediatrician Award to Darryl Robbins, DO, FAAP.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Once Again Makes Honor Roll List of U.S. News & World Reports 2015-16 Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again made U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospital Honor Roll, a distinction awarded to only 12 children’s centers nationwide, by posting high scores in at least three of the 10 specialty rankings.
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Nationwide Foundation Announces Gift to Transform the Lives of Children Through Genomics Research at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The Nationwide Foundation today announced a new $10 million gift for the Nationwide Pediatric Innovation Fund at Nationwide Children’s Hospital to help make significant progress toward important research in genomics.
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Vitamin K Deficiency Increasingly Common as Result of Vaccine Refusal
Vitamin K, which has been administered to newborns as an injection since it was first recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics in 1961, is vital for blood to clot normally.
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Blizzard Sales as Part of Miracle Treat Day Benefit 170 Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals Around the Country, Including Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Celebrate Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day on July 30 when $1 or more from Dairy Queen Blizzard® sales at participating central Ohio Dairy Queen and DQ Grill & Chill restaurants directly benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital, one of 170 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
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Dr. John Barnard Expands Leadership Role At Nationwide Children's Hospital And The Ohio State University
John A. Barnard, MD, President of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been appointed both Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Chief of Pediatrics at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce 2015 Patient Champions at RunFest
The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce its “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26 miles on this year’s course.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Honored For Commitment To Quality
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is one of four U.S. hospitals recognized for leadership and innovation in quality improvement and safety. The American Hospital Association-McKesson Quest for Quality Prize is presented annually to raise awareness of the need for a hospital-wide commitment to
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Satya Gedela, MD, Named Medical Director of Epilepsy Surgery at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Satya Gedela, MD, MRCP(UK), pediatric neurologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has recently been named medical director of the Epilepsy Surgery Program. As medical director of Epilepsy Surgery, Dr.
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93rd Annual TWIG Bazaar Call for Artisans
Celebrating its 93rd year, TWIG of Nationwide Children’s Hospital is excited to invite crafters to be a part of its annual fundraising event, the TWIG Bazaar, on Sunday, November 8th.
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Columbus Area Child and Family Travel to Capitol Hill to Advocate for Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Awareness
One local family is taking their story to Capitol Hill to deliver an important message to their members of Congress. Nationwide Children’s Hospital patient, Jack Baker, 2 and his family will join nearly 50 other pediatric patients and their families to meet with members of Congress and share
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Desale Yacob, MD, Named Medical Director for the Motility Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Desale Yacob, MD, attending pediatric gastroenterologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has recently been named medical director for the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition’s Motility Center at Nationwide Children’s.
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Justice Stores National Fundraising Give Hope Campaign Raises More Than $535,000 to Help Kids Everywhere
After the launch of tween retailer Justice (an ascena retail group company) and Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s spring “Give Hope” national store campaign in early April, the fundraising effort raised $535,369 during a four-week period with The Research Institute at
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National Study Finds Rising Rate of Marijuana Exposure Among Children 5 Years Old and Younger
Debates about legalizing marijuana have focused on crime rates, economic benefits, and health effects among adults. But a study published today from researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital shows that the risk to young children of swallowing, breathing in or otherwise being exposed to
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Appoints Charles Elmaraghy, MD, Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology
Charles Elmaraghy, MD, has recently been appointed chief of the Department of Otolaryngology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Elmaraghy has served as interim chief since 2011, and is a faculty member in the Department of Otolaryngology and was recently promoted to Associate Professor of
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receives $5 Million Gift from Worthington Industries and McConnell Family Foundations Establishing the NEXT Consortium
Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced today it has received a combined $5 million gift from Worthington Industries and the McConnell Family Foundation to help establish the National Experimental Therapeutics (NEXT) Consortium.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospitals John P. Cheatham, MD, Receives Top Designation from Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions
John P. Cheatham, MD, Director of Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Therapy and Co-director of The Heart Center at Nationwide Children's Hospital, has been named to the new class of Master Fellows of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (MSCAI), the professional
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New Front Door for Youth in Crisis
Effective June 1, 2015, child and adolescent psychiatric/behavioral health crisis assessment and stabilization services will be provided exclusively at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
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Suicide Trends in School-Aged Children Reveal Racial Disparity
While overall suicide rates in children younger than 12 years have remained steady, a new study shows increasing rates in black children and decreasing rates in white children. Suicide is a leading cause of death among children younger than 12 years.
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Walmart and Sams Club Locations Raise Vital Funds For Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Beginning May 4 through June 14, Walmart and Sam’s Club associates are asking customers and members to support kids in Columbus by making a donation of $1 or more at the retailers’ 42 locations to raise funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the local Children’s Miracle
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Stephen L. Lessnick, MD, PhD, Named Director of the Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Diseases at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Stephen L. Lessnick, MD, PhD, has joined the faculty at the Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital as the director of the Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Diseases. As the director, Dr.
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$2.4 Million Grant Awarded to Nationwide Childrens Hospital for Emergency Medicine Research
The Emergency Medicine Department at Nationwide Children’s Hospital received a $2.4 million grant to lead one of six US Research Node Centers for the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network (PECARN).
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Ace Hardware Miracle Bucket Day to Support Nationwide Childrens on September 5
Ace Hardware customers will have an opportunity to make a donation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital during Miracle Bucket Day at participating stores Saturday, Sept. 5.
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Children in Ohios Appalachian Counties Face Similar Health Care Challenges to Metropolitan Areas, Study Finds
Despite the fact that previous research shows the Appalachian region of the United States as limited in access to health care services, researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have found that children with special health care needs in Appalachian areas face similar levels of health
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Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Twin girls born joined at the pelvic and hip region are recovering after separation surgery Thursday, Sept. 3, at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Researchers Receive $6.75 Million Grant to Develop RSV Vaccine
Mark Peeples, PhD, and Octavio Ramilo, MD, both principal investigators in the Center for Vaccines and Immunity at Nationwide Children’s Hospital were recently awarded a $6.75 million grant from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
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Sarah Denny, MD, FAAP Receives Pediatrician Advocate Award
The Ohio Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (Ohio AAP), representing more than 2,900 members in the state of Ohio, is proud to announce the recipient of the William H. Cotton Pediatrician Advocate Award to Sarah Denny, MD, FAAP.
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Genetic Testing for Pediatric Epilepsy can be Complicated, but Beneficial
The use of genetic testing in pediatric epilepsy is complicated and the list of known epilepsy genes changes almost daily. The steps from a doctor initially evaluating a patient when they first demonstrate the symptoms of epilepsy to genetic diagnosis remain complex.
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Urologic Concerns
After the pull-through procedure and colostomy closure, many parents feel that the stress is now behind them. But they must realize that the new focus should then move to the treatment of constipation and urologic management.
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Kidneys and Anorectal Malformations
Patients with anorectal malformations not infrequently have associated urologic problems.
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Rectal Prolapse
Rectal prolapse is a condition in which rectal wall tissue becomes stretched and protrudes through the anus. Children with anorectal malformations may have rectal prolapse because they were born with complex malformations, poorly developed pelvic structures, poor or absent sphincters, poor nerves, and, in general, poor mechanisms to keep the rectum suspended.
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Types of Anal Malformations
Doctors will typically classify malformations based on where the rectum (the lower part of the intestine) ends within the abdomen, and if there is a fistula – an abnormal channel that develops between organs that can cause stool to pass through or into parts of the abdomen.
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Continence Predictor Index Tool
The Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction (CCPR) is committed to doing everything we can to give your child with an anorectal malformation the best chance at achieving continence. We developed a chart that helps us assess each child.
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Toilet Training
Many people are under the mistaken impression that toilet training is delayed in a child with ARM. While bowel management with enemas is sometimes necessary to allow the child to be clean and not require diapers, the control of the bladder should not be delayed.
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The Importance of Handwashing
We know the simple act of handwashing is a powerful way to protect ourselves from infection. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly two million young children die each year from illnesses that can be prevented by washing hands with soap and water.
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Senna-Based Laxatives for Kids’ Constipation: Are They Safe?
Senna-based laxatives are commonly prescribed to children by pediatricians, pediatric gastroenterologists and pediatric surgeons to treat constipation. In recent years, however, parents have had growing concerns that senna is not safe.
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10 Tips for Talking to Your Children about Opioids
The abuse of and addiction to opioid-based prescription drugs has skyrocketed in recent years and it’s imperative for parents to educate their children about the dangers of this serious national crisis.
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6 Things to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Scientists have made an effective and safe vaccine to help fight COVID-19, save lives and help people return to normal life. Here's what you need to know.
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Is it a Torn ACL? Knee Injuries: 101
Knee injuries are common in athletics. Here are symptoms to watch for, especially injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).
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What to Do if Your Child Rolls Their Ankle
If your child has chronic ankle instability, or rolls their ankle, it is caused by the repetitive “giving out” of the outside of the ankle. This occurs after repeatedly spraining the same ankle over time and not letting the sprains heal properly.
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Telehealth: Serving Patients From Afar
Physical therapists are always working to optimize their patients’ ability to move and improve their health. With the restrictions created by the global COVID-19 pandemic, this year they had to get creative. Telehealth was the answer to this problem.
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Smart Toys: What Parents Need to Know
Parents and caregivers should be cautious with any toy that has cameras or microphones, has GPS or Internet connectivity, or requests and stores data.
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Eczema: Separating Fact from Fiction
Eczema is one of the most common chronic skin conditions affecting infants and children. Eczema can range from mild to severe and can be very debilitating for some children, causing scarring, poor sleep and strain on family dynamics.
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5 Tips to Help You Prepare for a Telehealth Visit
Telemedicine can be a convenient and safe way to communicate with your provider in real time. Here are some tips to making your telemedicine video visit successful and less stressful!
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New Parent Confessions: Organizing for Safety
There are so many things to consider when it comes to keeping our son safe in our home. The Make Safe Happen app makes safety a little easier by offering age-specific, room-by-room safety tips and product recommendations.
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Could My Child Have Acid Reflux?
Gastroesophageal reflux (GER), commonly known as acid reflux, is a common diagnosis in infants and children. It is one of the most common reasons for primary care visits and referrals to pediatric gastroenterology.
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Period Problems: 4 Common Menstrual Issues for Young Women
A girl’s period can add a new challenge to the already-difficult teenage years. Some of these issues can be typical, but others may need to be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
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Is Being Too Close Physically Making Your Child Emotionally Distant?
As a result of COVID-19, some families are physically closer than ever before. This may cause conflict for some; however, many more may find themselves distancing emotionally. Here are some tips to help your family emotionally thrive during this uncertain time.
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Is My Child at Risk for Infection After a Bone Marrow Transplant?
A bone marrow transplant involves taking those stem cells from a donor and putting them into a patient. The patient usually has received chemotherapy or radiation before receiving the donor stem cells.
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Poor Posture: Fixing It Before It Becomes a Problem
Our posture and alignment are extremely important to our bodies and how they work. If we slump forward, slouch and have our shoulders rounded forward these muscles will suffer.
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Caring for Children After Exposure to Race-Related Violence in the Media
Although caregivers try to protect children from traumatic events, many children witness and are aware of the violence occurring in their world. It is important for caregivers to talk to their children and be mindful of the stress they may experience related to these events.
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Blood Draws for Children: Keep Calm and Stay S.A.F.E.
The idea of getting blood drawn can be scary and it is not unusual for children to cry or be a little resistant during their visit to the lab. To help with this, Nationwide Children's Hospital Laboratory Services created the S.A.F.E. (Safe Area for Everyone) Program.
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5 Things I’ve Learned as a Cancer Survivor and Physician
We all have our own reasons for being in health care. For me, it’s personal. I was diagnosed with high risk B acute lymphoblastic leukemia at 11 years old.
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Babies and Senses: Your Questions Answered
In honor of her appearance on the Netflix show “Babies,” we collected questions from our community for Dr. Nathalie Maitre, neonatologist and Principal Investigator of Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Baby Brain Optimization Project (BBOP).
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Managing Lymphatic Flow Disorders: Expanding Care Through Collaboration
Lymphatic disorders in children are rare conditions that arise when this system is disrupted by either abnormal development, injury, or as a result of some types of cardiac disease. These conditions can result in significant losses in important proteins, electrolytes and other nutritional elements.
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Botox for Defecation Disorders: Are There Complications?
You may have thought botulinum toxin was just for getting rid of wrinkles. However, for many kids with disorders that affect a child’s ability to pass stool, known as defecation disorders, botulinum toxin injections improve symptoms.
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The Myth of the Hypoallergenic Dog
About two-thirds of homes in the United States have at least one pet, and most of these have dogs. In addition, 10-20% of all children and adults across the world are allergic to dogs. That means there are a lot of people that live with the very animal that can cause them misery.
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Asthma and Cleaning Products: A Complicated Relationship
Many people can have well-controlled asthma for months at a time, then suddenly develop difficulty breathing after coming in contact with one of their triggers.
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Let’s Smoke Out Tobacco: How to Talk to Your Child About Tobacco Products
This increasingly complicated world can be difficult for parents to navigate, and it is normal to feel overwhelmed and ill-prepared to address the topic of tobacco use with their children.
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365 Days Parental Advisory: Netflix Film Romanticizes Kidnapping and Sexual Assault
In June 2020, a film based on the bestselling novel, 365 dni, premiered on Netflix. 365 Days is categorized as an erotic drama and is rated TV-MA. This is concerning because the “intimacy” and “romance” that viewers are drawn to is actually abuse, as the relationship is based entirely on power and control.
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Leaky Stool? Hard Stool? No Stool? It Could Be Functional Constipation
Functional constipation occurs in children who have constipation that cannot be explained by a typical cause. Learn more about the behavioral issues and treatment options associated with this kind of constipation.
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Fungus Among Us: What Patients and Parents Need to Know About Histoplasmosis
Histoplasmosis is an infection caused by the fungus, Histoplasma capsulatum, which is found as spores in soil, bird and bat droppings and some decaying materials. It is the most common fungal infection in North America.
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Leukemia: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment
Leukemia is the most common cancer in children and young adults ages 0-19 years old. It makes up 25% of all cancer diagnoses in this age group each year.
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Can a Premature Baby Grow Up to Be a Typical Kid?
Every preemie who spends time in a NICU is unique and, therefore, their journey home may also continue in a "non-traditional" way.
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Kids and ATVs: How to Help Prevent Severe Injuries
Although there has been a decline in ATV-related injuries in recent years in the United States, children younger than 12 years make up almost half of ATV-related head and neck injuries.
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Things to Do If Your Child Has a Sibling in the Hospital During the COVID-19 Pandemic
For children who have a brother or sister admitted this could raise questions: Is my sibling okay? When will they come home? Why can’t I visit them? What happens at the hospital? Will I get sick?
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COVID-19: How to Keep Kids Busy and Connected
In these uncertain times, parents have the added stress of keeping their children busy and connected with friends and family, all while staying home to slow the spread of coronavirus. We did some crowdsourcing to get some great ideas for younger and older kids.
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What to Expect if Your Child Needs a Kidney Transplant
A common misperception is that only adults undergo kidney transplants. The truth is that, according to the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), 760 children across America received kidney transplants during 2019.
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Kids, Sleep and Daylight Saving Time: What Parents Need to Know
Children with mental health conditions may be more sensitive to time changes than the typical child or teen. This can be the direct result of the condition itself or the medication they take due to their condition.
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Is There a Stigma Attached to Having a Social Worker?
When people hear the term, “social worker,” they tend to associate it with breaking up families and other misconceptions. Over time, this has caused a stigma attached to someone needing help from a social worker.
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Tongue Tie: Breastfeeding, Speech and a Tethered Tongue
Tongue tie is one of the most commonly diagnosed conditions affecting an infant’s ability to feed and is often implicated as a potential cause for speech delay.
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Maternal Diabetes and Fetal Heart Development: What Mothers Need to Know
Even with great advances in care, congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common birth defect. It remains the leading, non-infectious cause of infant deaths.
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Getting a Kick Start for Kindergarten: Tips for a Successful Transition
As you and your preschooler prepare to transition into Kindergarten, a range of feelings may arise from excitement to sadness to fear or worry. Here are ways to help your family prepare for this change.
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Beyond the Hospital: A Community of Behavioral Health Care
The Big Lots Behavioral Health Pavilion will allow us to expand the services we already offer in Ohio, and to conduct the kind of research that will help children around the world.
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Mask Safety 101: Why You Shouldn’t Mask a Baby
As the coronavirus pandemic evolves, so do the recommendations. One of the most recent recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is to wear “cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain.”
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Stress Management for Parents: Tips for Getting Through Tough Times
With many aspects of life being turned upside down and day-to-day routines falling by the wayside, it’s more important than ever to take extra care of our mental health. How is that possible at a time like this? Creativity is the answer.
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Distance Learning: Best Practices to Support Your Student
Since schools have been closed due to COVID-19, many parents have had to become more hands-on in their children’s daily learning than ever before. Supporting their students at home has been just as much of a learning process for these parents as it is for kids.
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Ear Infections: Why Kids May Not Need 10 Days of Antibiotics
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) updated their recommendations for treating childhood ear infections in 2013. The current guideline states that a full ten days of antibiotics may not be necessary for children over two years of age with non-severe ear infections.
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Playing Games with Kids to Build Visual and Motor Skills
There are many ways to use the supplies and toys you have in new ways to encourage the development of imagination, turn taking, finger control and strength, problem solving and handwriting. Doing meaningful, new activities can be helpful for the whole family.
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Mold in Children's Hospitals: What Parents Need to Know
For children with healthy immune systems, mold exposure from the environment is not dangerous. Some people who are sensitive to molds might develop allergy symptoms due to chronic exposure to high amounts of mold.
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Why It’s Time to Rethink Our Use of Benadryl
Diphenhydramine, brand name Benadryl®, is one of the oldest and most frequently used over-the-counter medications for children. However, many better options are now widely available, all of which are faster acting, longer lasting, with less side effects.
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Is Overuse of Baby Food Pouches a Problem?
There may be some concerns with having food pouches as the primary foods that a child is exposed to, based on developmental and sensory skills.
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Long-Term Bowel Management: Letting Kids Be Kids!
Bowel management is an ongoing strategy that includes methods to manipulate stooling patterns in order to empty the colon of stool and keep children from having accidents.
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Starting a Conversation With Your Kids About Sexual Abuse
Media coverage of prominent figures in our community involved in sexual abuse cases can be difficult to hear and understand. How do we approach this conversation with children and explain that one of their heroes or another important person may have taken part in a horrific act?
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What Parent’s Need to Know About Genetic Testing
Genetic testing can help doctors look for changes in genes that can cause diseases or disorders. It can also provide families with more information about long-term needs, health care needs, and future family planning.
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8 Tips for Managing Routines in Uncertain Times
In a time when life feels out of control, routines can give us all a sense of stability and comfort and an opportunity for our families to thrive. If you are struggling with your current routine or want to look at putting some in place here are a few ideas.
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Autism and COVID-19: A Parent's Perspective
Families are equal voices in care and treatment for their children. Cultivating a relationship with your child’s provider is a priority – especially during times of uncertainty.
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Flood Safety
Data suggests that natural disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity causing more destruction than at any other time in recorded history. Floods and flash floods are among the most frequent and impactful disasters in the United States.
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Prenatal Genetic Testing: Is It Right for You?
Prenatal genetic testing can help find out if a fetus has a chromosome disorder. Chromosome disorders are often associated with multiple medical problems, such as intellectual disability and birth defects.
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Creating a Successful Morning Routine
With preparation and practice, you can set up your family’s morning routine to go more smoothly and help your child to become more independent.
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What Pregnant Moms Can Do to Keep Baby Healthy
Since more than half of pregnancies are unplanned, people who were assigned female at birth and are of reproductive age should take at least 400 micrograms of folic acid every day to help decrease the risk of neural tube defects.
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Back Pain in Kids: The Ache of Children and Families
Many people associate back pain with the adult and elderly population. As it turns out, back pain in children and adolescents is common, and can be a real stressor to children and parents alike. Low back pain can prevent kids and teens from important daily activities such as carrying a book bag, participating in sports, and enjoying other activities that bring them joy.
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Is It Safe to Eat Yellow (Or Any) Snow?
One of the only things better than waking up to find the outdoors covered with a beautiful blanket of new-fallen snow is getting to go out and play in the white fluffy stuff. Sometimes it looks good enough to eat! But is that safe?
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Tips and Tricks for Swallowing Pills and Liquid Medications
We know that taking medication can sometimes be a challenge. Here are a few suggestions that our Child Life Specialists have found to be helpful for both pills and liquid medication.
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Thyroid Issues in Kids
While you might think that the thyroid, a gland in the neck, has more impact on adults, it has particular importance in children as well. The thyroid’s hormone, levothyroxine, keeps the body functioning at the right speed.
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Who Cleans the Hospital?
Environmental Services Week is a time to show appreciation for the workers who make sure health care facilities are kept clean, sanitary, and safe.
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Sledding Safety
Sledding and tubing can be a great way to enjoy winter weather, but the joy of speeding down the hill can make it easy to forget that these activities can also lead to injuries. Before leaving the house, consider the following sledding tips.
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Heat Stroke: The Danger of Kids in Hot Cars
During the summer, keeping kids from overheating is a top priority. It’s up to parents and caregivers to make sure that young toddlers and infants are kept cool, hydrated, and out of the heat.
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Parechovirus: What is it?
The CDC recently issued a health advisory to inform clinicians and public health departments that parechovirus is currently circulating in the United States.
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What is Gastroschisis?
Gastroschisis is a birth defect of the abdominal wall. This defect causes the intestines to exit the abdomen from a small hole where the abdominal muscles and skin did not form
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The Human Papilloma Virus Vaccine: Safe and Effective!
The HPV vaccine protects against the viruses that cause cervical cancers and genital warts, as well as some types of anal, mouth and throat cancers. With the HPV vaccine, this generation can substantially reduce their risk of these cancers, some of which are deadly.
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How to Know if Your Child is Ready for Contact Lenses
Contact lenses can be a great alternative to glasses for common childhood eye problems like myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.
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Inclusive Lactation Care: Supporting All Parents in Their Lactation Journey
August is National Breastfeeding Month and this year the United States Breastfeeding Committee has announced the theme to be “Together We Do Great Things!”
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Providing Human Milk: It Takes a Village
Bixinta Caanaha Aadamaha – Waxay Qaadataa Xaafad Siinta caanaha aadamahu waxay noqon kartaa caqabad, gaar ahaan todobaadyada hore. Haddii aad naas nuujinayso, xabad ka nuujinayso, ama aad bam ku lisaysa caanaha si aad ugu quudiso ilmahaaga dhalo waa muhiim in la helo dad taageeray
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Providing Human Milk: It Takes a Village
मानिसको दुध उपलब्ध गराउनु - यसका लागि एउटा गाउँको आवश्यकता पर्छ मानिसको दुध उपलब्ध गराउनु चुनौतीपूर्ण हुन सक्छ, विशेष गरी प्रारम्भिक हप्ताहरूमा। तपाईं स्तनपान गराउँदै, छातीको दुध खुवाउँदै हुनुहुन्छ वा बोतलमा आफ्नो बच्चालाई खुवाउनका लागि दुध पम्प गर्दै हुनुहुन्छ भने तपाईंको निर्णयमा तपाईंलाई सहायता
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Inclusive Lactation Care: Supporting All Parents in Their Lactation Journey
August is National Breastfeeding Month and this year the United States Breastfeeding Committee has announced the theme to be “Together We Do Great Things!”
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Inclusive Lactation Care: Supporting All Parents in Their Lactation Journey
August is National Breastfeeding Month and this year the United States Breastfeeding Committee has announced the theme to be “Together We Do Great Things!”
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Inclusive Lactation Care: Supporting All Parents in Their Lactation Journey
August is National Breastfeeding Month and this year the United States Breastfeeding Committee has announced the theme to be “Together We Do Great Things!”
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Providing Human Milk: It Takes a Village
Providing human milk can be challenging, especially in the early weeks. Whether you are breastfeeding, chestfeeding, or pumping milk to feed your baby in a bottle it is important to have people who support you in your decision.
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Early Intervention Matters: Seeking Treatment in the Three Months After Trauma
Identifying how to help your child after they have experienced a traumatic event can feel overwhelming, but there are tips and resources that can help children and their families overcome such experiences
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Popular Apps for Teens: Balancing Authenticity and Safety
Technology is integrated into teens’ lives. New, popular apps encourage young people to be authentic, but they may be putting their safety in the balance.
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Juvenile Arthritis: Diagnosis and Treatment Options for Your Child
When I tell people I’m a pediatric rheumatologist – which is a doctor who takes care of children with arthritis and autoimmune disorders, - nearly everyone responds, “I didn’t know kids could get arthritis.” Arthritis is a common condition in children, affecting one in
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The Joys and Dangers of Slime
At home, daycare and camp, kids (and adults) are clamoring to create and play with slime. Of course, slime is not new.
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Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction: Managing Leg Discrepancy
There are many different reasons for leg length discrepancy, but there are essentially two main causes: being born with a condition that causes one leg to grow slower than the other or an incident that affects the length of the bone or affects the growth center of the bone.
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22q Deletion Syndrome: Why Team Care is the Best Care
Children with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (22q) and related disorders, such as 22q11.2 duplication syndrome, have unique medical, developmental, and behavioral health needs that must be addressed by a variety of specialists beyond the traditional medical care model.
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New Research on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Sudden unexpected infant deaths are the leading cause of infant death in the United States and most western countries for infants. The most recognizable SUID is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
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Asperger's Disorder: Providing Opportunities and Support for Children With ASD
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects a child’s ability to understand and engage in social relationships and causes them to have rigid patterns of behavior and thinking. Sometimes autism also affects a child’s cognitive and language development.
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Providing Human Milk: It Takes a Village
توفير الحليب البشري - يستلزم قرية قد يكون توفير حليب الأم أمرًا صعبًا، خاصة في الأسابيع الأولى. وسواء كنتم ترضعون أطفالكم رضاعة طبيعية أو تقدموا لهم حليب الصدر أو تضخّون الحليب لإطعام الطفل في زجاجة، فمن المهم أن يكون معكم شخص آخر يدعمكم في قراركم.
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Diaper Rash: Causes and Treatment
Diaper rash is one of the most common problems infants face, and there are several factors that contribute to this condition. Understanding the different causes, along with the proper treatments can help.
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Aquatic Therapy: Using Water for Wellness and Independence
Aquatic therapy is the use of water to support or teach a child skills just like they would in “land therapy.” The goal is to improve a child’s independence to complete tasks in his or her everyday life – some of which may be more difficult when the child is on land.
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Aromatherapy: Supporting Patients in a Holistic Way
Aromatherapy is becoming more common as a way to support patients during their hospital admission. Aromatherapy is the term for using essential oils in a holistic way, meaning they are used to support health – mind, body, and spirit.
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Hearing Screening at School: What To Expect if Your Child Gets Tested
The majority of children with congenital hearing loss will have the impairment identified at birth by a newborn screening, which has become a standard of care in hospitals nationwide. However, some types of hearing loss may not become evident until later in childhood.
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What Types of Birth Control Are 99% Effective?
Parents are probably familiar with the birth control pill, but there are other options of birth control available for your teen that don’t have to be taken every day.
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Autism Diagnosis: A Parent's Perspective
Today is World Autism Day. Today, and every day, my world is autism. The first time a doctor mentioned autism to me I was shocked.
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Getting Kids Ready for Kindergarten Screening with Occupational Therapy
An occupational therapist can evaluate a child’s performance in the developmental areas mentioned below and, if necessary, set up a plan of care that will help to address any skills in need of growth.
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Migraine: More Than “Just a Headache”
Migraines are one of the leading causes of disability and missed school in children. So when is your child’s head pain more than just a headache? And when should you see your pediatrician?
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Therapy After Trauma: What to Expect
If you have, or know, a child who has been exposed to trauma, it’s important to seek out appropriate treatment and support. Trauma is the experience of violence or victimization including sexual abuse, physical abuse, severe neglect, loss, domestic violence or witnessing of violence,
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Warts: What They Are and How to Treat Them
Warts are non-cancerous skin growths caused by a virus and can vary in size and appearance. They are spread person-to-person through touch and typically appear on the hands and feet.
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What to Expect When Your Child Needs a Blood Draw
While not many people want to have their blood drawn, there are a few things that parents and caregivers can do to help prepare a child for the process.
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The Story Behind the Ranking: What It Means to Be Named One of America’s Top 10 Children’s Hospitals by US News and World Report
We work every day to provide the best possible care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and our most important seal of approval is the trust of the families we serve.
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Urgent Care or Emergency Department: Which One Is Right for Your Child's Needs?
Not so long ago, parents had two choices for after-hours medical care: wait for the doctor’s office to open or head to the local emergency room. Today’s parent has more choices, including urgent care centers, grocery store clinics and the newest player in town – the stand-alone ER.
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Ovarian Torsion: What Parents Need to Know
Ovarian torsion needs to be considered in any girl or young women who complains of sudden onset abdominal pain, particularly when the pain comes with nausea and/or vomiting.
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The Lone Star Tick and Red Meat Allergy: Should You Be Concerned?
While most tick bites are painless and often go unnoticed, ticks can cause serious problems for humans by transmitting infectious diseases such as Lyme Disease or Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.
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Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy in Children
What is “heart failure”? Heart failure is a clinical diagnosis in which the heart isn’t pushing enough blood forward, due to impaired filling or impaired emptying, to meet the demands of all of the organs.
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Kids and Treatment for Severe Traumatic Brain Injury
From the age of five through adulthood, trauma is the leading cause of death, and many traumatic injuries involve brain injury. Fortunately, the majority of traumatic brain injuries are mild, but nevertheless, some children will experience a severe traumatic brain injury.
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Auditory Processing Disorder: Understanding the ABCs of APD
Auditory Processing Disorder is a disorder of the auditory system which causes a disruption in the way an individual’s brain understands what they are hearing. This means that someone with APD does not have hearing loss, despite showing difficulty with hearing-related tasks.
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Gluten-Free Eating: Food and Nutrition Tips for Your Child
Even though only one percent of the population has celiac disease, there are many people who are on a gluten free diet for other reasons. Some studies, including a 2015 survey by Consumer Reports, show that more than one-third of the U.S. population is limiting or cutting out gluten.
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It's World Mental Health Day: Help Stop the Stigma
A man stands in front of a group of people and asks, “Who here has mental health?” Only a handful raise their hands. “We all have mental health,” he says. More than 1 in 5 adults have experienced a mental disorder within the past year.
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Human Trafficking: Understanding the Red Flags
You may have heard about human trafficking on social media or the news but you may not know that children of all ages, genders and socioeconomic backgrounds can become victims of human traffickers.
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Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Difference Between Boys and Girls
This is a ratio of 1 female for every 4 males diagnosed with autism. As more is known about autism, there is a growing awareness that these gender and sex differences may be more complex than we originally thought.
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Fertility Preservation: Planning For Life Beyond Treatment
Fertility can be a sensitive topic for some families, especially when children and adolescents are faced with life-altering medical conditions that could affect future parenthood.
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Recognizing Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect
Protecting children from abuse and neglect is a community responsibility. Most adults want to help, but are unsure of how to get involved. Remember to follow the three Rs.
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Sexually Transmitted Infections and Teens: Parents Hold the Key to Prevention
When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), many parents may feel uncomfortable talking with their teen. This is hardly surprising, as the “sex talk” tends to be the last thing most parents want to discuss!
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The Poop Palette: What Do All of Those Colors Mean?
Imagine the shock a parent must feel when their child says his poop is pink! Surprisingly, it can be common. While normal stools are usually brown, green, or yellow, there are reports from around the world of oddly colored poops due to uniquely colored foods.
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Study Finds Youth with Concussion May Benefit from Monitoring Sleep and Limiting Daytime Naps
Researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have found that when it comes to concussion recovery, sleep matters. In a study published today in British Journal of Sports Medicine, researchers found that limiting daytime sleep and getting approximately seven hours of sleep each night in the first week after a concussion may speed up recovery.
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Down Syndrome Awareness: Dispel the Misconceptions
March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day to symbolize the third copy of the 21st chromosome in people with Down syndrome.
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Epilepsy and Learning Disabilities: Helping Children at School
Epilepsy is not just about seizures. What many people don’t realize is that for some children with epilepsy, problems with learning and school performance can sometimes be harder to deal with than the seizures themselves.
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Pet Medicine and Poison Prevention: Keeping Kids Safe
For many people, pets are an important part of the family and owning a pet can have many benefits. However, if you also have children, having a pet can come with some unexpected risks.
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Antibiotic Resistance: What Parents Need to Know About Overuse
Runny nose, cough and congestion are very common in the winter and spring. It happens every year. Antibiotics are life-saving drugs that kill some types of germs (bacteria), but also have side effects and can stop working for some bacteria if they are overused in either one person or in a
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Immunodeficiency and Infection: Who Is at Risk?
Certain conditions may cause a child to become immunocompromised. Some children are born with abnormal immune systems and have genetic conditions called primary immunodeficiency disorders like chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) or severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID).
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Sore Throat Spectrum: Runny Nose to Strep and Everything in Between
Sore throat can occur on its own, for multiple reasons, or it can be the sign of another illness. So, how do you know if your child should see a doctor?
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Robotic Surgery: Advancements in the Operating Room
Robotic-assisted, laparoscopic surgery can be used for many common operations, on kids of all ages and involves surgeons who are trained in pediatric urology and/or pediatric general and thoracic surgery. Nationwide Children’s currently has 11 surgeons certified to perform surgery using DaVinci.
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Treating Hirschsprung Disease: Meet Doctor Richard Wood
Hirschsprung disease is a congenital malformation where the nerves and ganglion cells within the colon do not develop properly. This occurs in 1 out of 5,000 live births.
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What Parents Need to Know About Adenovirus
Adenovirus infections peak in winter and spring; but unlike the flu, they remain common throughout the year. These viruses cause about 10 percent of all childhood fevers, and nearly every child has had at least one adenovirus infection by 10 years of age.
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World AIDS Day – Why You Should Still Care
It’s been 30 years since World AIDS Day was started in 1988. It was used as a day to remember those who died of HIV/AIDS or an AIDS related illness, recognize those who were living with HIV, and to come together globally in the fight against HIV/AIDS. In 2018, on this day the world continues to remember, recognize and come together for a common cause.
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What is Ovarian Tissue Cryopreservation (OTC)?
Many medical conditions require treatment that can impact long term fertility and reproductive health. OTC is a procedure that may allow girls and young women the opportunity to have children later in life by removing and freezing ovarian tissue before these treatments start.
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Post Concussive Syndrome: When Concussion Symptoms Linger
It is expected that most children will return to typical functioning within 3-4 weeks following a concussion. A small portion of children can experience symptoms that continue for a longer duration. This is called Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS).
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Ankle Taping or Ankle Bracing: Which One Is Right for Your Athlete?
If you decide your child needs additional ankle support, the next question is whether bracing or taping is more beneficial. Individual preferences, circumstances and needs play a role in making that decision.
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Dating and Digital Abuse: Keeping Your Teen Safe Online
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Did you know that nearly 1.5 million high school students in the U.S. experience physical abuse from a partner in a single year? Aside from physical abuse, our youth are also experiencing digital dating abuse.
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Stem Cell Transplant: Who Can Benefit and Who Can Be the Donor?
A stem cell transplant is a treatment that involves infusing hematopoietic (blood-forming) stem cells from a donor into a recipient. The collection of infused stem cells is called the stem cell “graft.”
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Fetal Echocardiogram: Cardiologists Evaluating Tiny Hearts
A fetal echocardiogram is a test done during pregnancy to evaluate the heart of an unborn baby. An echocardiogram can assess the function and structures of the heart. The test can help detect abnormalities of the heart before birth.
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How Adenoid Removal May Help Your Child's Chronic Runny Nose
It’s not unusual to see a kid with a stuffy, runny nose or a child with an ear infection. However, these symptoms can also be due to a blockage of the nose due to an enlarged adenoid, which could require additional care.
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Anorectal Malformations: Surgery and Beyond
Anorectal Malformations (ARM) are rare defects present at birth in 1 in 5000 children. ARM are found in both boys and girls and while the primary malformation is anorectal, an ARM can also affect a child’s urological, gynecological, spinal, cardiac, airway and limb systems.
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8 'Not Now' Tips for Teens: Real Strategies for Denying or Delaying Sexual Behavior
Despite knowing about the risks of unsafe behaviors related to drugs, alcohol and sexuality, teens and adolescents still feel the powerful pull of peer pressure.
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How to Have a Successful Summer: Building Deeper Connections with Your Kids
Your relationship with your child is the most important predictor of their future self and success. Fancy vacations are not necessary to create joyful moments. Spending quality time playing and learning together will help you nourish that relationship and grow together.
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Signs of Stroke in Children
In children and teens, stroke shares symptoms with many health problems that occur far more commonly. When these signs suddenly occur in some combination, the suspicion for stroke is much greater.
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Submucosal Cleft Palate: A 'Hidden' Cause of Speech and Middle Ear Problems
A submucosal cleft palate (SMCP) results from a lack of normal fusion of the muscles within the soft palate as the baby is developing in utero. It occurs in about 1 in 1,200 children.
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How to Support Siblings of Children with Special Needs
The stigma surrounding mental illness is real, but a child or teen going through the mental illness is not the only one affected.
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Cannabidiol: Helping Kids with Hard-to-Treat Epilepsy
Cannabidiol can lead to a significant reduction in the number of seizures for patients with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a rare and difficult to treat form of epilepsy.
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Show Dogs: What Parents Need to Know
A new PG-rated children’s movie, Show Dogs, promises a light-hearted story of talking dogs who fight crime. However, it also sends a disturbing message to children about who is allowed to touch their private parts.
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Little Ears and Little Voices: Speech and Hearing Care for Preemies
Learn why early identification and treatment of speech and hearing disorders is critically important for all infants and children.
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Birthmarks: When Should Parents Be Concerned?
While birthmarks can be a significant source of concern to parents, most are harmless and require no treatment. Learn when you should be concerned.
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Back in the Saddle: Injuries in the Equestrian Athlete
Whether you are mounted or unmounted, injuries from riding horses can range from mild to life threatening. Serious injuries can occur when a rider is thrown, trampled, kicked, or dragged and any time a rider experiences a serious injury, he or she should seek medical care immediately.
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Tips for Helping Your Child Stay Adjusted to the School Year
With the school year underway, it can be difficult to keep up the momentum to support your child’s adjustment year round. Here are some tips to help your child stay adjusted to school routines and expectations.
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It's Just Cramps - or Is It?
The majority of young girls have experienced menstrual cramps. Unfortunately, some girls also experience additional symptoms such as pain down the legs, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, headaches, worsening migraines and passing out. What happens when medications don’t work? When young girls continue to have pain despite these first-line therapies, it is important to consider that the pain may be more than just cramps.
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Medallion for Scientific Achievement Awarded to Nationwide Children’s Physician
The American Surgical Association has awarded Gail Besner, MD, chief of Pediatric Surgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the Medallion for Scientific Achievement, the highest honor bestowed by the association.
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Febrile Seizures: What Are They and Can They Be Prevented?
Febrile seizures are the most common type of seizure in children, but that doesn’t make it any less stressful when it happens to your child. Read about the different kinds of febrile seizures and when it may be necessary for your child to see a pediatric neurologist.
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Humidifiers for Respiratory Infections: Are They Helpful or Harmful?
Pediatricians often recommend plugging in a humidifier in your child's bedroom when they get an upper respiratory infection. But does this actually do anything?
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Exposure to Community Violence and Its Impact on Our Youth
Exposure to violent events can be traumatic and can negatively impact multiple factors such as development, academic functioning, coping skills and relationships. Kids are not only being exposed to violence within their communities at a much higher rate, but also through technology.
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Logan Paul and Teaching Kids About Social Media Responsibility
By now, you have probably heard about the video shared by YouTube star, Logan Paul, which included images of a person who died by suicide. Though the video was removed from YouTube, and Paul has publicly apologized, the fact remains that the video was viewed 6.3 million times – and no one
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Undescended Testicles and Your Son’s Health
Testicles are formed in the abdomen prior to birth and descend through the groin and into the scrotum during the course of the mother’s pregnancy. An undescended testicle is one that fails to descend into the scrotum prior to birth.
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Setting Up Your Child for a Successful Summer Camp Experience
The decision to enroll your child in a summer camp is only the first step. With the variety of options, parents may wonder about the possible benefits. What should you consider when selecting and preparing a child for camp?
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What It Means to Be Named One of America’s Top 10 Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News and World Report
Nationwide Children's Hospital has received one of the top public accolades in our field: U.S. News and World Report named us as one of America’s 10 Best Children’s Hospitals as part of its "Honor Roll."
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Shoulder Pain and Injury in the Adaptive Athlete
Based on the mechanics of adaptive sports, there is a much higher risk of upper extremity and shoulder injury in athletes with physical disabilities. The best strategy for combating these injuries is appropriate injury prevention strategies and training.
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Nurturing and Developing a Positive Relationship with Your Child
Developing and engaging in healthy ways can seem even more complex amid juggling work, school, friends, social media and technology. Despite these challenges, it is still possible to build a strong relationship with our children through creative activities.
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Core Stability: What Is It and Why Is It Important?
Having a strong, stable core helps us to prevent injuries and allows us to perform at our best. Read expert tips on how to help your child strengthen theirs.
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The Importance of Having a Relationship With Your Child's Pediatrician
Find out why seeing a pediatric primary care provider (PCP) - a physician or nurse practitioner who knows your child best - is crucial to your child’s health.
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Pilonidal Disease: Using Laser Hair Removal to Prevent a Chronic Skin Infection
Pilonidal disease is a chronic skin infection in the crease of the buttocks, affecting more than 70,000 people each year. A new treatment with laser hair removal may more safe and effective than shaving or surgery. Read about this option and find out if your child may qualify for our study.
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Distracted Driving: Why Parents Should Model Safe Behavior on the Road
We all know by now that distracted driving can be dangerous, yet many of us still do it. Have you thought about what message you are sending to your young passengers?
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Celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day: A Patient's Perspective
The most challenging part of a cancer journey isn't always the financial burden or the effects of treatment. Sometimes, being a cancer survivor is the hardest thing to overcome.
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Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease is a common childhood illness caused by a virus. Be aware of symptoms, treatment and prevention to help set your child on course for a speedy recovery.
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Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Children: Multi-Disciplinary Care for a Complex Condition
There is still much to learn about pulmonary vein stenosis in children. Though outcomes have not changed much for the last 40 years in pediatric cases, many centers are collaborating to learn as much as possible about the disease.
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What Parents Need to Know About Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM)
Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is a rare condition that has received much attention recently. The reports are scary, with most cases involving young healthy children who suffer from muscle weakness or paralysis that can last a long time.
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Bed Bugs 101
Yuck. This year five Ohio cities made a list no one wants to be on. “Orkin’s 2023 Top Bed Bug Cities” compiled data based on metro areas where Orkin performed the most bed bug treatments from December 1, 2021 – November 30, 2022.
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Have You Heard of the Tide Pod Challenge? Your Kids Probably Have!
The Challenge By now, many people have heard about the Tide Pod challenge. Teens are filming themselves biting into or smoking Tide Pods or other laundry detergent packets and then posting the video on social media. Some of these videos are now going viral.
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5 Ways to Teach Your Children the Gift of Giving
Tis the season for giving! The holidays are a wonderful time to teach children the gift of giving. Teaching your kids about giving is a great way to encourage empathy, and show compassion for others. Here are some of our favorite giving opportunities for the holiday season.
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Broken Fingers: Why They Need Special Treatment and Care
Find out why a finger fracture is unique, tips for adjusting and why your child always needs care for a swollen, injured finger.
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Endometriosis in Teens and Adolescents: More Than Just Cramps
Endometriosis is a condition in which the menstrual tissue is found outside the uterus, within the pelvis. Girls who have a mother, sister or aunt with endometriosis have an almost 10 times increased chance of developing it.
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Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Injury Healing Through Nutrition
When an athlete is injured, they suddenly lose control of many aspects of their plan of care. Resting and following doctors’ orders can be very difficult for athletes. The good news is that nutrition is a part of the injury treatment plan athletes are able to influence.
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Spasticity: How to Treat Muscle Tightness and Pain
Spasticity is a muscle control disorder. It causes tight or stiff muscles and an inability for people to control certain muscles. This can make it hard to walk, get dressed or even speak.
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If You See Abuse Follow the 3 Rs
You can do your part as an active bystander by responding appropriately to abuse. No matter the situation or who is involved, there are many resources available to victims and bystanders.
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Service Dogs: Supporting Patients and Their Needs
Service dogs were created to provide people with disabilities opportunities to fully participate in everyday life with the least amount of restrictions.
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Hydronephrosis: A Defense Mechanism for the Kidneys
Hydronephrosis is a radiology term describing fluid buildup within the kidney. It is like a defense mechanism for the kidney when urine is slow to drain. Stretching of the kidney allows the backpressure of urine to be more evenly distributed. This may help to limit or slow down some of the potential damage to the kidney from urine backing up abnormally.
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Breast Reduction Surgery: When Is It Necessary for a Young Woman?
Breast size can be affected by weight fluctuations, so it is important to be at a stable, healthy weight for at least six months to one year prior to considering surgery.
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JUULing: What Parents Need to Know About the Latest Teen Trend
If you are the parent of a middle or high school student, you know there’s a new trend every month, if not more often. Recently, JUULs (pronounced like jewels) and JUULing have become all the rage.
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Kidney Health: How the Kidneys Contribute to Strong Bones
The kidneys are very busy organs. They are responsible for the body’s fluids, red blood cells and for clearing out waste products. They also help keep minerals and nutrients in working order, especially calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D.
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The Importance of Activity for Kids with Physical Disabilities
Cheering fans and screaming athletes are familiar sounds in gymnasiums and fields across the country. From little league baseball to track and field, over 70 percent of children 6 to 12 years old participated in an individual or team sport in 2016.
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If the Shoe Fits: Going En Pointe
For most children who start ballet, the goal is to dance in pointe shoes (or go en pointe). Hours are spent practicing proper technique at the barre and being able to perform flawless choreography to make every performance look effortless. But, to safely go en pointe, it takes more than just desire.
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PRICE Treatment for Ankle Sprains and Pains
As fall sports are in full swing, it is important that you know what to do in the case of an ankle sprain. What often begins as a mild injury can quickly become debilitating if it is not managed correctly. Here is what to do if your athlete experiences an acute ankle sprain.
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The Story Behind Our Wagons
Wagons have been our preferred mode of patient transportation since the 1960’s. Our patient transportation team estimates each wagon rolls 12-15 miles around the campus every day.
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Ankle Impingement Syndrome: Pain in the Gymnast Athlete
Most gymnasts can recall a time when they’ve landed a tumbling pass or vault and immediately experienced a painful stinging sensation in their ankles. As a former gymnast, I thought that feeling was just part of the sport, but ankle pain with landings in gymnastics is not normal.
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Not Your Mother's Gynecologist: Why Adolescent Girls Should See Their Own Specialists
Although adult gynecologists treat conditions in older women, differences in the anatomy of children make the advanced training of a pediatric and adolescent gynecologist valuable.
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Common Injuries in Martial Arts and How to Defend Your Child Against Them
Martial arts can help your child gain confidence, focus, and coordination while being physically active. While injuries are a possibility for any activity, being prepared can decrease those risks.
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Summer Safety Guide: Expert Advice for Fun in the Sun
Our experts are giving you access to a Summer Guide full of tips and articles for a safe and healthy break. From advice on bumps and bruises, to swimming and playground safety and even managing your child’s mental health, we have advice for you and your child to have a safe and fun summer.
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Substance Abuse: Are You Worried Your Teen May Using?
You are not alone. The media is exploding with information on opioid overdoses, and the debate about the legalization of marijuana wages on. Here are a few important things to know about teen substance abuse. More teens that not have used alcohol.
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Ulcerative Colitis in Children: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
About one-third of children with IBD have ulcerative colitis and over the past several decades, IBD has become increasingly common.
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Setting Boundaries Between Kids and Adults: How Close Is Too Close?
Tell your child to trust their gut and if something feels uncomfortable or wrong, it probably is, and let them know they won’t be in trouble if they tell.
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Malone Appendicostomy: Relief From Chronic Constipation
A Malone appendicostomy is a surgery that makes a pathway from the belly button to the colon. It is used as a treatment for kids with chronic constipation.
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Pool Drains Are Not Toys: Viral Video Reminds Us to Review Pool Safety with Kids
Parents should teach their children to stay away from drains and make sure there is always a responsible adult watching children when they are in the water, regardless of their age.
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Kitchen Readiness: Tips to Keep Your Child Safe
Kitchen injuries can occur because a child was not provided the appropriate level of supervision for their age. Here's how to know when your child is ready.
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Limb Loss: Adapting to the Challenges and Reaching Milestones
A limb difference or deficiency involves accepting the appearance, battling body image concerns and learning to use adaptive prosthetic equipment.
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Autism Awareness Day: A Time for Acceptance and Action
April 2 marks the 11th annual World Autism Awareness Day – a day to recognize people living with autism.
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What Parents Need to Know About the Dangers of Synthetic Marijuana
So far, 94 cases have been reported in 17 states and two people have died from bleeding from the use of synthetic cannabinoids.
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Baby Wipes, Antacids and Antibiotics: Do They Cause Food Allergies?
Recent media headlines have claimed common items can cause infants to develop food allergies. Read what our expert has to say about these these claims.
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Inpatient Rehabilitation: Comprehensive Services to Treat the Whole Child
Comprehensive, family-centered, individually-tailored rehabilitation services are critical to patients who are recovering from a spinal cord injury, traumatic or non-traumatic brain injury, stroke, neurological disorder, severe illness or other potential life-altering event.
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Bone Fractures in Children: When Should Parents Be Concerned?
Most childhood fractures are not cause for concern, but some may need to be fixed by an orthopedic specialist to improve bone alignment.
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Menstrual Manipulation for Patients With Disabilities
Adolescence can be a period of turbulence and transition for both teens and their parents or caregivers. Teens with disabilities—physical, intellectual, or both—also encounter the challenges of adolescence, particularly when it comes to pubertal development, menstruation and sexuality.
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Passion for Advocacy
Our hospital made a promise to foster and celebrate the diversity of each other, our patients, families, visitors and many physician and community partners.
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PALS/ACLS Education
Register for a PALS course designed specifically for pediatric emergency respondents. We use Patient Simulation to develop interdisciplinary resuscitation team skills during all PALS courses held at Nationwide Children's.
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Training and Visiting Rotation Opportunities
Our training programs champion our hospital-wide culture that recognizes that in order to have the best outcomes, we must have the best diversity and inclusion.
2nd World Congress of Pediatric Neurogastroenterology and Motility PNM 2023
Continuing the mission of the first World Congress on Pediatric Neurogastroenterology and Motility, held in Australia in 2021, PNM 2023 will be an international, multidisciplinary conference focusing on the latest research and clinical practices in pediatric neurogastroenterology and motility disorders.
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Moonlighting Timesheet
Residents/fellows may complete and submit this timesheet for moonlighting shifts in PICU, OSU NICU, Primary Care Yellow Clinic only.
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Moonlighting Request Form
Residents and fellows may use this form for moonlighting requests.
Burn Center Team
Meet our Burn Center leadership.
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Clinic Rotation Application
Programs sending residents to Nationwide Children's Hospital must submit a Graduate Medical Education application and certification form for each resident requesting a rotation.
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Educational Opportunities for Fellows
At Nationwide Children's Hospital, we are committed to the advancement of educational opportunities for our trainees. We offer programs that encourage fellows to expand upon their subspecialty education
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
What to expect before and after your child has adenoid and tonsil surgery.
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Video Laryngeal Stroboscopy
What you need to know about a video laryngeal stroboscopy (VLS) procedure.
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Branchial Cleft Anomaly Excision
Surgical and nonsurgical options if your child has a branchial anomaly.
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Tracheostomy Skills Checklists
The Tracheostomy Skills Checklists are a systematic tool used to assess and quantify an individual’s competency in basic trach tube management. It provides a structured framework with clear descriptors, allowing assessors to rate skills consistently and objectively, making it valuable for
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Medical Library
The Nationwide Children's Hospital medical library is a branch of The Ohio State University (OSU) Health Sciences Library. Our pediatric-focused print collection includes medical, nursing, allied health & general business texts.
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Mitrofanoff Procedure (Appendicovesicostomy)
The Mitrofanoff procedure creates a new tube on a child’s belly through which a child can urinate by using a catheter. The new tube is made from the appendix.
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Pyeloplasty
The pyeloplasty operation removes a blockage that is keeping urine from reaching the bladder. In most cases, pyeloplasty physically cuts out a blocked part of the tube for urine.
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Nephrectomy, Total and Partial
Nephrectomy is the word for removal of the kidney. There are three possible ways that a total or partial nephrectomy may be done.
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Ureteroureterostomy
An ureteroureterostomy is a surgery done to help the kidney drain urine down to the bladder. This operation is sometimes done in children who have what is called a “duplex kidney.”
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Published Outcomes Announced From Study on Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Safety
Cardiovascular risks of severe pediatric obesity, assessed among adolescents participating in the “Teen Longitudinal Assessment of Bariatric Surgery” (Teen-LABS) study, were published this week in JAMA Pediatrics.
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Rite Aid and Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals Kick Off Annual Miracle Balloon Campaign
Rite Aid’s 2015 Miracle Balloon campaign is now underway for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, including Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Ileovesicostomy
Ileovesicostomy helps urine (pee) drain from the bladder into a bag or pouch attached to the belly, without a catheter.
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Anti-Urinary Reflux Surgery
In many children with reflux, the urine tubes meet up with the bladder with minimal muscle support. Thus pee goes back up the urine tubes to the kidney when the bladder squeezes to go pee. Anti-urinary reflux surgery helps stop this backward flow.
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Standardization and Simplification is Key to Helping NICU Babies Feed and Grow
A new standardized approach for feeding infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) helps babies attain full oral feeds sooner, improves their growth and sends them home sooner.
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Study Offers Clues to Early Detection of Bipolar Disorders in High-Risk Children
New research published today in the American Journal of Psychiatry indicates a strong link between subthreshold manic episodes and likelihood of developing bipolar disorder in children of parents with bipolar disorder.
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Thank You
Thank you for your interest in Bladder Exstrophy Care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A member of our team will contact you as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please contact the team, directly, at (614) 722-6250.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Announces New Center for Suicide Prevention and Research
Nationwide Children’s Hospital announced today the creation of the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research, a collaborative effort between Nationwide Children’s Behavioral Health and The Research Institute at the hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon Announce 2015 Patient Champions Mile Themes
The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce the mile themes for its field of “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26.2 miles on this year’s course.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Honors Legacy of Giving from Nationwide and the Nationwide Foundation
Today, Nationwide Children’s Hospital honored its relationship with Nationwide and the Nationwide Foundation through a special recognition ceremony and a permanent “animal friend” statue in the hospital. The relationship between these organizations dates back decades.
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New Study Finds Zipline-Related Injuries Are Rapidly Increasing
The popularity of ziplining has skyrocketed rapidly in recent years. The number of commercial ziplines in the U.S. rose from 10 in 2001 to more than 200 in 2012, in addition to more than 13,000 amateur ziplines which can be found in outdoor education programs, camps, and backyards.
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Pediatric Trauma Researchers at Ohio State University and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receive Grant to Develop New Treatment Effects Evaluation Method
Researchers in The Ohio State University College of Public Health and the Center for Pediatric Trauma Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital were recently awarded a grant for nearly $1 million from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality in the U.S.
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Study Shows Babies Born Extremely Premature May Benefit from Proactive, Coordinated Care among Families, Obstetricians, Neonatologists
Denise Foyle had been pregnant for just 23 weeks when she gave birth to her daughter, Bryn. She weighed one pound and three ounces, and measured only 12 inches long.
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Study Update: Breast Milk Purchased Online Contains Caffeine And Tobacco, But No Illicit Drugs
In the latest update on the testing of breast milk samples purchased online, researchers found that no samples appeared to be contaminated with illicit drugs. Dr.
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Stress Dose Hydrocortisone Effects on Neurodevelopment for Extremely Low Birthweight Infants
Hydrocortisone is one of the 15 most frequently prescribed medications in extremely low birth weight (≤1000 g) infants in the newborn intensive care unit (NICU).
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Studies Find that Delayed Umbilical Cord Clamping May Benefit Some High-Risk Newborns
Clamping and cutting of the umbilical cord happens within 10 seconds after birth in most cases, in part so members of a medical team can more quickly begin caring for a newborn.
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Tee Jaye's Country Place Hosting Month Long Campaign
When you hear a friendly, “Howdy Folks”, this September know that you’re walking into a Tee Jaye’s Country Place that supports our kids! For the entire month, Tee Jaye’s restaurant locations will host various fundraisers for Nationwide Children's Hospital that will
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Timothy Cripe, MD, PhD, and Nicholas Yeager, MD, Publish Book for Physicians on Treatment and Management of Malignant Pediatric Bone Tumors
Timothy P. Cripe, MD, PhD, division chief of Hematology/Oncology & BMT, and Nicholas D. Yeager, MD, oncologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, have recently published a book titled, “Malignant Pediatric Bone Tumors – Treatment & Management.” In addition to
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Vidu Garg, MD, Named Director of the Center for Cardiovascular Research at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Vidu Garg, MD, a pediatric cardiologist and faculty member in the Department of Pediatrics at Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been named director of the Center for Cardiovascular Research in The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s.
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Terms & Conditions
Share My Story, FlutterSite User Agreement Effective Date: May 2015 Flutter is a free online story-sharing platform that gives patients and parents/ legal guardians the opportunity to share the story of their experience at Nationwide Children’s Hospital (“NCH”).
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More Than 200 Physicians from Nationwide Childrens Hospital Named to the 2015-2016 Best Doctors in America® List
More than 200 physicians on the medical staff at Nationwide Children’s Hospital recently appeared on the Best Doctors in America® List for 2015-2016. Only five percent of doctors in America earn this prestigious honor, decided by impartial peer review.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Columbus City Schools Announce Partnership
Columbus City Schools and Nationwide Children’s Hospital have announced an expanded partnership this week to provide school-based wellness programs as well as select health care services for students who do not have a medical home and those who do not routinely seek access to care via a
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Spirit Halloweens 10 For 10 Coupon to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Spirit Halloween stores are supporting central Ohio’s sick and injured children with the return of their annual ‘10 for 10’ coupon to raise funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Columbus City Schools Announce Partnership
Columbus City Schools and Nationwide Children’s Hospital have announced an expanded partnership this week to provide school-based wellness programs as well as select health care services for students who do not have a medical home and those who do not routinely seek access to care via a
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Media Advisory: Bringing Halloween to Kids at Nationwide Children's Hospital
WHO: Volunteers from local Spirit Halloween stores, patients and families at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Spirit of Children Program has raised more than $124,555 for Nationwide Children’s Hospital to date.
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Seventh Annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza to Take Place at Lynd Fruit Farm September 19
The seventh annual TWIG Pumpkinpalooza, benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s inpatient rehabilitation unit, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Lynd Fruit Farm, located at 9851 Morse Road SW in Pataskala.
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93rd Annual TWIG Bazaar Scheduled for November 8 at Ohio Expo Center
Celebrating its 93rd year, the TWIG Bazaar will offer attendees unique, handcrafted gifts created by TWIG members and outside artisans from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8 in the Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center.
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Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Reverses Type 2 Diabetes in 95 Percent of Teens, Achieves Major Weight Loss and Improves Quality of Life
The results of a new study to be published November 6, 2015 in The New England Journal of Medicine to coincide with presentation at The Obesity Society Annual meeting in Los Angeles, California show that three years after undergoing bariatric surgery, adolescents experienced major improvements in
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Day of Surgery
From what to bring and where to go, to what happens when your child is in the operating room, we answer your questions about surgery day.
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Chloe's Story: Before Surgery
The bariatric surgery journey is a long one. In chapter 1 of this three-part series, learn a little about Chloe - who she is, what motivated her to make this decision that will ultimately change her life, and how she and her care team prepared for months leading up to surgery day.
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Donatos Pizza and Cheryls® Cookies Partner to Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital
For the second-consecutive year, patrons of Donatos Pizza will have an opportunity to support life-saving research and care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. From Nov. 30 to Jan.
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Chloe's Story: Surgery Day
It's surgery day for Chloe in chapter 2 of this three-part series. After months of preparation involving both lifestyle changes and self-reflection, Chloe is ready for surgery. Dr. Michalsky will perform a robot-assisted gastric sleeve procedure. Watch at Chloe heads into the OR and hear what she has to say about her recovery.
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Post-Surgery
Learn what happens immediately after your child leaves the operating room and recovers in our Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU).
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Chloe's Story: After Surgery
Surgery is over and now Chloe begins the road to recovery in the last chapter of our three-part series. Aside from healing physically, it is important that she stick to the lifestyle changes and habits that her and her care team worked so hard to develop before surgery.
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Moderate Amounts of Caffeine During Pregnancy Do Not Harm Babys IQ and Do Not Cause Behavioral Problems, Obesity
Women drinking and eating moderate amounts of caffeine during pregnancy should be reassured that they are not harming their child’s intelligence, according to a study from The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital that was published in the American Journal of
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Pre-Surgery
Questions before surgery are easier to answer with the right information. What to tell a child about an operation depends on his or her age, emotional maturity and coping abilities.
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Chloe's Story: One Year Later
Catch up with Chloe as she returns to Nationwide Children's for her one-year checkup after surgery. Maintaining the healthy eating habits she learned before her gastric sleeve surgery hasn't always been easy, but it has helped her lose more than 100 pounds and live a happier, healthier life.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Mazda Drive for Good® Partner to Do Good
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) have partnered during this holiday season to raise awareness and support life-saving research and care at Nationwide Children’s.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Championship announces record-setting charitable donation
Tournament officials announced today that the ninth annual Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship, held September 21-27, 2015 at The Ohio State University Golf Club - Scarlet Course, raised a total of $1,400,212 for charitable organizations, including $1,253,322 for pediatric cancer
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Genomics Team Honored for Innovation in Unraveling Medical Mysteries
A team from Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been honored as the winner of the 2015 international CLARITY Undiagnosed Challenge. The announcement was made on November 10, 2015 at the Global Pediatric Innovation Summit in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hosts Annual Holiday Toy Drive
The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Annual Toy Drive to benefit patients at Nationwide Children’s will be held Saturday, December 5, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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The Memorial Tournament Presented By Nationwide Raises $2 Million for Charity During 40th Edition
Dublin, Ohio – Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide announced today that the 40th playing of the prestigious invitational, held June 1 – 7, 2015, raised $2 million for charitable organizations in central Ohio, including a record-setting $1,607,118.53 for
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EASE App
At Nationwide Children’s, families have the option to stay connected by using a safe and secure mobile platform for sending updates from the operating room during surgery.
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Ohio Department of Health Honors Employers For Healthy Practices
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and the Healthy Ohio Business Council (HOBC) will recognize 68 Ohio employers for healthy worksite practices during the 12th annual Healthy Ohio Healthy Worksite Awards ceremony.
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Antibiotics Alone Can Be a Safe, Effective Treatment for Children with Appendicitis
Using antibiotics alone to treat children with uncomplicated acute appendicitis is a reasonable alternative to surgery when chosen by the family. A study led by researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that three out of four children with uncomplicated appendicitis have been
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Down Syndrome Research Gets a Boost With New Biobank Initiative
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and research advocacy group DownSyndrome Achieves have joined forces to create the first biobank in the country dedicated to collecting and managing blood samples from people with Down syndrome.
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International Survey of Hospital Emergency Department Staff Evaluates Psychosocial Care for Injured Children
Every year, tens of millions of children around the world sustain injuries that require hospital care. The consequences are not only physical, but also emotional, and can be long-lasting.
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Lifestyle Changes
Surgery requires major lifestyle changes. To maintain weight loss after surgery, you will still have to exercise and limit food amounts. You will also need to change the types of food that you eat every day.
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Recovery
Special care will be needed right after surgery while still in the hospital. You will generally begin feeling better by the second day after surgery. Exact timing of your discharge from the hospital will vary depending on your medical condition.
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MBSAQIP Accreditation
The Bariatric Surgery program at Nationwide Children's Hospital is the first and only free-standing adolescent bariatric surgery center in the U.S. to be accredited by the American College of Surgeons MBSAQIP.
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Pre-Op Process
Four weeks before your surgery date, you will begin an intensive program of nutrition and exercise education. This education will continue after your surgery, as well.
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Changes After Bariatric Surgery
Learn more about emotional and physical changes after bariatric surgery.
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Nutrition After Bariatric Surgery
During the first six to eight weeks following surgery, you will progress through five nutrition phases. Each phase is high in protein and low in fat and sugar. The dietitian will guide you through these phases.
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Christines Christmas Concert Presented by Macys Slated for December 12, 2015
CONTACT: Donna Glanzman Chair, Christine’s Christmas 614-595-4105 dhglanz@aol.com www.christineschristmas.org During the holidays, we reflect on loved ones who have touched our lives and hearts.
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Discharged: Time to Go Home
Many parents are nervous about taking their child home. This is perfectly normal and knowing what to expect will help make the transition easier.
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Media Advisory: Big Lots customers make seven-figure gift from Give Big campaign to Nationwide Children's Hospital
What: Big Lots and its customers make extraordinary seven-figure gift from “Give Big” campaign to Nationwide Children's Hospital! When: Thursday, November 19 at 10 a.m.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Reminds Parents to Stay Alert During the Holidays
The holidays are an exciting and busy time of year as parents race to finish their shopping, decorating and baking. As the countdown of the calendar year winds down, be sure to allow plenty of time in that hectic schedule for sharing holiday traditions as a family.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Researcher, Mark Peeples, PhD, Elected as AAAS Fellow
Mark Peeples, PhD, principal investigator in the Center for Vaccines and Immunity at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been elected a Fellow in the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). Dr.
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What is Bariatric Surgery?
Bariatric surgery, also known as weight-loss surgery, is an effective treatment for individuals who are considered severely obese (typically a minimum of 100 pounds above their ideal body weight).
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Gastric Bypass Surgery
With gastric bypass surgery, a small pouch is created by stapling closed the top portion of the stomach, separating it from the lower portion.
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy)
After gastric sleeve surgery, food will travel down your throat and enter the tube-like sleeve created by removing 80% of your stomach and stapling closed the rest of the stomach.
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College Student Shadowing & Internship Application Form
Please Note: Nationwide Children’s Hospital requires students to have a flu shot during flu season (October – March/April).
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Resources, Tips and Tools
Use these tips and resources when conducting PREP youth workshops or if you need to refer a youth for further services.
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Request PREP Resources
Resource requests may include requests for PREP Youth Workshop supplies, professional development opportunities, parent engagement workshops, essential technology or something else entirely.
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Partner Agencies
Access all of the Ohio PREP Region 9 partner agencies and their contact information.
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The Importance of Support and Resources for LGBTQ+ Youth
LGBTQ+ youth deserve safe spaces and supportive relationships that empower them to thrive. Learn how advocacy, acceptance, and access to vital resources can make a life-saving difference.
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7 Tips for Tree House Safety
Tree houses bring childhood dreams to life, but safety should never take a backseat. Discover essential tips to build a secure, adventure-ready space where kids can play with confidence.
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Super Saturday Tax Event
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – In 2024, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and its volunteers completed more than 1,000 tax forms, helped return $1.8 million in refunds to Ohio families and assisted many of those families in accessing tax credits they didn’t know they could receive.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Researcher Receives Grant from the Rosenau Family Research Foundation
The Rosenau Family Research Foundation has awarded a three-year grant of $375,000 total in funding to Allison Bradbury, MS, PhD, along with collaborators at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and Auburn University, for studying in-utero gene therapy as a potential treatment for Krabbe disease and other lysosomal storage diseases.
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Study Shows Increase in Calls to Poison Centers for Child and Adolescent Exposures to Caffeine Energy Products, Including 633% Increase in Powdered Caffeine Exposures
A new study examining calls to United States poison centers for exposures to caffeine energy products in people younger than 20 years, conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy of the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the Central Ohio Poison Center, shows a significant rise in exposure rates from 2011 through 2023, with variations by product formulation.
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5 Fall Safety Tips
As the season changes, where and how we spend our time can change. Here are a few steps you can take to help keep your family a little safer during a fun-filled fall.
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Pregnancy and Infant Loss: You're Not Alone
Many parents and families going through pregnancy and infant loss are not aware of how common their experience is and may even feel a sense of isolation as they walk the unfamiliar pathway of saying goodbye to their child before or shortly after meeting them.
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Safer Digital Connections: Technology Abuse and Ways to Support Safety
Technology is evolving with us, where its goal is to make our lives easier. It is important to consider your personal safety when using new technology or devices.
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Home Safety Series: Bathroom
From an infant tub to a full bathtub, injuries in the bathroom include falls on slippery surfaces, hot water scalds, and drowning. Keep kids safe with these bathroom safety tips.
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Emoji Drug Code: Parents, Beware!
Teens are using emojis on social media to describe to others what types of drugs they have available or what drugs they are looking for. The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) decoded these drug codes.
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Halloween Safety Tips for Older Kids and Teens
You’ve seen safety tips for the young trick-or-treating wizards and monsters in your life, but don’t forget about the older kids when it comes to Halloween safety. Read on to learn what you can do to help keep kids of all ages a little safer on Halloween night.
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New Parent Confessions: You Are Your Child's Best Advocate
Sometimes medical diagnoses and treatment plans can be complicated and it’s so important to ask questions to understand the situation fully and make the best-informed decisions possible.
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Urology Reconstruction: What Are the Options?
One of the reasons families come to the Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction is the multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach to care to provide the best possible care to their child. Our team represents urology, gynecology, colorectal, psychology, social work, and child life.
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Intimate Partner Violence in Teens: What to Watch For
Intimate partner violence is a pattern of behaviors aimed to exert power and control over a partner and can manifest in a multitude of ways. IPV can greatly affect physical and/or mental health.
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#ClearTheCrib: Supporting Safe Sleep Practices
October is Safe Sleep Awareness Month – a time to remind each other about safe sleep practices.
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Watch Out for Dangerous Mushrooms
In Ohio, we have a broad variety of types of mushrooms, including some of the deadliest types including “the death angel” or amanita phalloides. Mushrooms grow quite rapidly and may appear to spring up suddenly overnight.
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The Return of Polio
Polio has been detected in wastewater in areas throughout the United States, meaning that polio disease may begin circulating. While there is a vaccine for polio, booster doses may be suggested by doctors for populations most at risk.
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5 Tips to Get Your Child to Wear Their Glasses
Your child’s first pair of glasses can be an eye-popping and life-changing experience worthy of a viral video. More commonly, wearing that first pair of glasses is a struggle from the start. Here are five tips to help your child wear and love their first pair of glasses.
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Keeping Kids Safe in Holiday Crowds
Between hectic trips to the mall for holiday shopping and frenzied airport terminals, it can be difficult to keep track of your little ones in the chaos. If you and your child are separated, having a safety plan can save their life.
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Primary Ovarian Insufficiency: Teenagers in Menopause
Primary ovarian insufficiency means that the ovaries have stopped working at a younger age than typical. It used to be called premature ovarian failure and is often called premature menopause. In POI, the ovaries stop producing hormones and eggs, resulting in hormone deficiency and infertility.
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The NICU Journey: One Preemie Parent's Perspective
Finley is a champion. Learn about her NICU Journey from her mother's perspective.
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Benefits of Starting Reading at a Young Age
Studies have shown that children who are exposed to reading prior to preschool tend to develop larger vocabularies and are more likely to succeed during their formal education.
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Choking Prevention: What You Need to Know
Choking is a year-round hazard among children and a leading cause of injury and death, especially among children 3 years of age and younger. Learn how to prevent this injury.
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Digital Boundaries for Teens and Caregivers
The foundation for online safety is creating healthy digital boundaries — what a young person is comfortable doing, seeing, and feeling while using technology and how they would like to be treated by others.
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9 Myths and Misconceptions About COVID-19
Now more than ever, we all need to be savvy when it comes to online searches and sharing information on social media. Here are some common myths circulating online, which are listed as facts in an attempt to prevent any misunderstanding.
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Keeping Children Healthy: The Importance of Well-Visits
Visits to doctors have decreased in many areas of the country because parents are afraid to potentially expose their children to COVID-19. What you may not know is that doctors and their office staff have been taking measures to protect patients, families and staff.
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Molluscum Contagiosum: What You Need to Know
Despite its big, scary-sounding name, molluscum contagiosum is a common and relatively harmless skin condition seen in many children. It comes in the form of bumps that range in size from a pinhead to a pencil eraser.
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Why Patients with Diabetes Have More UTIs
People with diabetes are at higher risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs) – up to 10 times higher risk! This makes them more likely to experience kidney injury as a result of UTIs.
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Hand Containment: How Gentle Touch Can Calm Your Baby
Human touch is healing. A warm embrace, a hand to hold and even a gentle touch on the arm can help most of us during times of distress. Holding, and the expression of care and emotional support through touching, are the main ways that infants learn to feel safe and secure.
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Do Baby Monitors Help Prevent SIDS?
Parents want assurance that a monitor will alert them if their baby stops breathing and will prevent sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
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Pulmonary Embolism in Adolescents: What Parents Need to Know
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a condition in which one or more of the arteries in the lungs becomes blocked by a blood clot. It is important to recognize PE early because a large blood clot in the lungs can cause damage to the heart and in very rare cases PE can be a fatal condition in pediatric patients.
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8 Ways to Improve a Child's Self-Esteem and Curb Childhood Obesity
As a pediatric obesity psychologist, I encounter kids and teens with low self-esteem almost daily. What is often looked over is the interaction between self-esteem, mood and emotional eating.
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Growth Charts for Premature Babies: Following Their Own Curve
One thing all parents have in common is worrying about their baby’s growth and development. Understanding different types of growth charts can help ease a parent’s mind.
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Tissue Expansion: How it Can Help Repair Damaged Skin
Tissue expansion is a way for doctors to stretch skin so that the body’s own tissue can be used to repair skin-related damage and other conditions.
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Are Plant-Based Diets Safe for Kids?
No matter the reason, hearing a child say “I want to go vegetarian!” strikes fear in the hearts of many parents.
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4 Ways to Encourage Motor Development in Baby's First Year
Within the first year of life, your baby will develop critical motor skills that help them make small movements, hold up their head, sit up-right, crawl and eventually walk. As a caregiver, there are many things you can do to encourage them reach these milestones.
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Your Child Needs a Bone Marrow Transplant: What's Next?
Children requiring a bone marrow transplant are referred to a pediatric transplant center. Such centers have experience performing transplants and caring for children, adolescents and young adults after they receive a bone marrow transplant.
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Preparing Your Child for Colorectal Surgery
Hospitals can be an unfamiliar place and having surgery can make an already stressful situation worse. To prepare your child for surgery, it is important to be honest, but consider their developmental age before telling them about their upcoming surgery.
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Baby Product Safety: Confessions of a New Mom
As first-time parents of a handsome 4-month-old boy, my husband and I are trying to do everything right when it comes to safety and the products we use in our home.
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How Can I Talk to My Child About Wearing a Mask During Flu and COVID Season?
With flu season upon us and COVID still around, masks can be a helpful tool to keep germs at bay, even though they're no longer required in many places. If you’re wondering how to talk to your child about why some people still choose to wear masks, here are a few tips.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: What Is It?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome – or “PCOS” – is a hormonal imbalance that happens in some girls and women. In PCOS, testosterone, a type of hormone, is higher than normal.
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6 Tips to Be a Supportive Stepparent
Taking two families and making them one is no doubt a challenging task. Using these tools below can help you and your family navigate the transition and help you be the best stepparent you can be.
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COVID-19 and Kawasaki Disease: What Parents Need to Know
Within a few weeks, clusters of sick kids with, what is being called, "Pediatric Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome," started to appear in New York City and several other states. Some of these cases resembled a rare inflammatory illness called Kawasaki Disease.
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Genes, Genetics and Genomics: Understanding What Makes You Who You Are
Genes are short sections of DNA that carry information passed down from parents to their children. This information provides the instructions that determine physical features such as eye color, hair color and height. Sometimes this information can cause diseases. View our infographic explaining genes, genetics, the genome and genomics.
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TPIAT: Relief for Patients with Acute Recurrent and Chronic Pancreatitis
Total pancreatectomy with islet autotransplantation (TPIAT) is a specialized surgical treatment for patients diagnosed with acute recurrent and chronic pancreatitis. If your child is suffering from pancreatitis, TPIAT may help and allow them to return to normal activities without pain.
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Poison Centers: Here for the Ages
National Poison Prevention Week is observed every year during the third week of March and is dedicated to raising awareness about the work of poison control centers and the availability of the Poison Help Hotline (1-800-222-1222).
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Sleepwalking and Talking: What You Need to Know
We know sleep is important for everyone – especially children as they continue to grow and develop. But does your child walk in their sleep? Or maybe talk in their sleep? Is there a reason to be concerned about sleepwalking and sleep talking?
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TikTok Challenge or Not, Nonpowder Firearms Are Dangerous for Children
A new TikTok challenge is encouraging people to shoot soft gel balls at others with a gel-ball gun or an airsoft gun. While the gel balls often simply startle their targets and leave small bruises upon impact, more serious injuries can happen.
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Healthy Digital Boundaries for Kids
The foundation for online safety is creating healthy digital boundaries — what a young person is comfortable doing, seeing, and feeling while using technology and how they would like to be treated by others.
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Inflammation and Swelling: What You Need to Know
If you’ve ever experienced a sprained ankle or broken bone, you know that swelling at the site of injury is a common occurrence. It’s all part of the healing process! However, inflammation and swelling come at a price.
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Common Breast Disorders in Adolescents
Adolescence can be a challenging time for teenagers. During that time, their bodies grow and change. One common area of change in teenagers is the chest area. These changes may include macromastia, asymmetric breasts or gynecomastia.
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Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten?
Having an idea of what your child should know and be able to do when they start school will give you the confidence to determine if your child is ready for kindergarten.
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Finally, A Use for the Appendix!
The appendix is a finger-like tube that is located in the lower section of the stomach and is a part of the gastrointestinal tract. It has a reputation for being an organ that has no use and can cause problems, but now it can be put to work!
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Organizing Your Home Safely
While I understand how satisfying this may be, or how tempting it may be to stage a room for the perfect Instagram or TikTok moment, some things really need to stay in their original containers, specifically medications and cleaning products.
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Jails are Replacing In-Person Visits with Video Visits
Social visits promote relationships that can improve health and well-being. People who are incarcerated who receive social visits are less likely to reoffend, and children who have strong relationships with their parents cope better with the trauma of having a parent incarcerated.
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Bunk Bed Safety
Although bunk beds can open up the possibilities of what you can do with your space, there are about 36,000 bunk-bed related injuries among children every year in the United States. Parents can help prevent these injuries by talking to their children about how to use bunk beds safely and taking the proper precautions in their child’s room.
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Spending Time Outdoors Promotes Good Mental Health
As temperatures warm and days grow longer, spending time outdoors can positively affect mental and physical health. From improving mood to increasing activity levels, nature can nurture us.
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Formula Shortage: What Parents Can Do
The infant formula shortage that is currently impacting the United States has reached an unprecedented level. It has left families wondering what they should feed their children if they cannot find their usual formula.
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Practical Recommendations for Long COVID in Children
Post-COVID conditions, also called long COVID, long-haul COVID or post-acute COVID-19, occur where someone does not recover as quickly as expected following COVID-19 infection. In some cases, symptoms can last weeks or months, and a child’s typical functioning may be impacted.
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Reframing Your Child's Behavioral Problem: The Impact of Experiences on Children's Mental Health
Trauma-focused care has become popular over the past few years, significantly changing how we understand mental health. Learn more.
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Simple Steps to Prepare Kids for Daylight Saving Time
Spring forward may be an easy transition for adults but, for kids, that extra daylight in the bedroom at night can cause them to spring right out of bed. Here are some tips to make the transition easier.
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PediDOSE: Faster Help for Children with Seizures
The Pediatric Dose Optimization for Seizures in EMS (PediDOSE) trial evaluates whether an age-based, calculation-free method of quickly giving the right midazolam dose improves outcomes in children.
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Revised Developmental Milestones for Infants and Toddlers
From smiles to steps, those eagerly awaited “firsts” mean more than entries in a baby book. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently updated timelines for these “firsts” in infants and toddlers.
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Common Co-diagnoses Occurring with Autism Spectrum Disorder
People who have autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may also have additional health diagnoses (co-occurring conditions). Learn more about these common conditions.
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Your Child's Pediatric Ophthalmologist Visit: What to Expect
Many parents wonder how we can check a child’s vision or need for glasses. At your Pediatric Ophthalmology visit, we can assess vision at any age, check the need for glasses and evaluate the health of the eyes.
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Our Top 10 Blog Posts of 2022
Each December, yearly wrap-ups and written reflections fill our inboxes and social media feeds. We love to join in with our version: The 700 Children’s Blog Top 10! We have assembled a “one stop shop” for the 10 blog posts that received the most clicks this year.
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Home Safety Series: The Living Room
The living room or playroom is an important and fun part of the house! It’s where we read books, watch the animals in the backyard, play with toys, and explore our surroundings. Learn tips for keeping this area safe.
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Lawnmowers: 5 Tips to Keep Your Children Safe
In the spring and summer, you often hear the familiar humming sound of lawnmowers. These common machines that are used multiple times each week by teenagers and adults present a danger to children. Learn more about how to prevent these injuries.
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Underbite Correction with an Innovative Treatment
Many patients with facial differences, including cleft lip and palate, have changes to their jaws that result in the top jaw being behind the bottom jaw, resulting in an underbite. Potential treatment options include headgear, braces and surgery. One novel treatment option is bone anchored maxillary protraction, also known as bollard plates.
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Monkeypox: What Parents Need to Know
While we are still dealing with COVID-19, spread of another virus has been detected in the United States. Although monkeypox is uncommon, we need to be informed to protect against infection.
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Sexually Transmitted Infections: What You Need to Know
Sexually transmitted infections are infections that are spread from person to person through sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, or oral sex, or other skin to skin contact. They can be caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
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Life Experiences and the Connection Between Parents and Their Babies
For many parents, pregnancy is a joyous time filled with excitement and anticipation. For some, pregnancy can be overshadowed by painful or scary past experiences that can affect the parents-to-be and their relationship with their baby.
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Disaster Response for Families of Children with Disabilities
Parents of children with disabilities and medical needs may find disaster preparedness overwhelming, and sometimes, they may need help finding and collecting resources. All families need to be ready for emergencies and disasters, and for families of children with disabilities, extra prepping may be necessary.
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How to Tell if Your Child May Need Glasses
It’s important to have your child’s eyesight checked so that problems can be caught and corrected early, especially while the vision system is still developing.
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COVID-19 Vaccines for Young Children
Children ages 6 months to 5 years can now get COVID-19 vaccinations. Two vaccines received emergency use authorization by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are available for children 6 months and older.
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Words Matter - Creating a Welcoming Environment for All Patients and Families
As healthcare workers we know that the children and families walking into a children’s hospital are coming to us in hopes of finding help for their illness or relief from their pain. However, what we may not realize is that there are underlying worries and anxieties behind the smiles of the children and their caregivers that reach far beyond their medical concerns.
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What Is Sacral Nerve Stimulation?
For patients who struggle with bowel and bladder accidents, there are many treatment options that can help. Treatment options include medications, physical therapy, behavioral training, mechanical bowel flushes, and sometimes surgery.
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The Importance of Outside Play
Play is one of the most essential and effective ways for children to learn and develop. Outdoor play offers endless activities, exploration and opportunities for children to use their imagination and foster their growth.
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Public Pool Safety
Everyone loves to take a dip in the pool—especially during the dog days of summer! While swimming is a great way to play, exercise, and cool off, there are certain things to keep in mind.
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Treatment Options for Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is a condition that impacts many children and adolescents. Depending on the level of impairment that chronic pain has on daily life, there are different treatment options that will be most effective.
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy: How It Can Help
Patients with complex colorectal issues often struggle with constipation, difficulty emptying the bladder, and urine and stool accidents. In addition to medical and surgical treatments, some patients can benefit from pelvic floor physical therapy.
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Taking Your Child Shopping
Whining, touching things without permission, running down the aisles, having tantrums…does this sound like your last trip to the store? There is hope! Here are a few suggestions to make the trip a little smoother.
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Digital Well-Being for Parents
Many things need our attention, and we can be easily distracted by a phone alert or lose track of time scrolling through social media. Many parents’ lives have become even more digitally connected during the pandemic. This can have an impact on the health of families.
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Bounce House Safety
Bounce houses are fun for the whole family. They, however, are also the cause of many serious injuries.
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Home Safety Series: Stairs and Hallways
There is nothing more enticing to a newly mobile child than stairs. We want kids to be able to use the stairs safely. Until they’re old enough to get up and down the stairs on their own, follow these three steps to make your stairs safer for your children.
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The Dangers of High-Powered Magnets
High-powered magnets can be fun, exciting and educational, but what many parents don’t suspect is that they can be dangerous.
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Short Bowel Syndrome: Causes, Treatment, and Diet
Short bowel syndrome is a condition in which the small bowel or intestine is too short to do all the things it is supposed to do to keep a child healthy and growing. Short bowel syndrome is most commonly due to a surgical resection which occurs early in life but can occur at any time and the causes are variable.
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#WearAHelmet: Supporting Bike Riders Wearing Helmets
As summer approaches, children are headed outside to play. For many children, this means dusting off their bikes, scooters, roller blades, skateboards, and/or hoverboards to cruise around the neighborhood. Along with these toys, children should be grabbing their helmet every time they ride.
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Why Do Children Lie?
When children lie, it can be a frustrating and emotional battle. While lying is typical behavior, there are some strategies you can use to minimize it and encourage honesty.
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Lactation During the Formula Shortage
The recent formula shortage is undoubtedly putting stress and panic into the minds of parents with babies who already feel the stress of caring for a newborn. Parents who are exclusively providing human milk are encouraged to continue breast/chestfeeding as well as pumping to protect and sustain their supply.
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Why Is My CCPR Clinic Visit So Long?
The Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction was created to be a “one stop shop” for the most complex colorectal patients and their needs.
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Research for Rare Disease: Giving Hope to Families Who Are Searching for Answers
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 30 million people in the United States have a rare disease—and about half of them are children. Sometimes rare diseases are caused by unique mutations, or changes, in a child’s genes.
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TikTok Challenges: Crossing Consent and Relationship Boundaries
It’s hard to ignore TikTok’s impact on teen culture. But despite its popularity, many adults have questions about TikTok, including its safety, security and influence on teen identity and relationships.
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Gynecologic Assessment in CCPR
The gynecologic assessment with our Center for Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction (CCPR) team begins with a review of all medical records available to us at the time of intake.
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Home Safety Series: Bedroom and Nursery
Babies and young children spend much of their time in their nursery or bedroom - sleeping, playing, and exploring - so let’s make sure the nursery/bedroom is a safe place.
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Rainbow Fentanyl: A Dangerous Trend
Although these substances may resemble candy, don’t be fooled—they are deadly. It is important for parents to be aware of this new fentanyl disguise and to keep it away from children.
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Protective Factors Help At-Risk Black Youth
Rates of suicide in Black youth have been rising and show an alarming reality. Although there is limited research on the causes behind this increase, we do know that this population has many unique protective factors that can help peers, providers, and parents’ opportunities to help youth at risk.
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Head Injury: When It’s More Than a Bonk on the Head
Most parents can agree, children seem prone to head injuries. As children grow up and start playing sports, concussions become one of the most common sports-related injuries.
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Acetaminophen vs. Ibuprofen: What’s the Difference?
We’ve all experienced pain and fever in our lives, and at some point, our children will also experience these uncomfortable symptoms. Pain killers and fever reducers, such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, can help.
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Winter Car Seat Safety
We all want to keep kids warm, but when kids wear a coat in their car seat, it often makes the harness too loose. Save the puffy coats for playgrounds and playing in the snow, and use these tips for staying warm and safe in the car.
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Is It a Temper Tantrum or Something More Serious?
Defiant behavior among toddlers and young children is a normal phase of child development. Children might throw temper tantrums or have rapid mood changes
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Supporting Survivors of Suicide
You may be wondering what you can do to support your teen through this loss. Here are some important things you should know.
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Bringing Home a Puppy
Adults need to be on the same page regarding getting a new dog and have a discussion about responsibilities and adaptations before even meeting a dog. Dogs are a time commitment each day and for several years to come.
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What Is Bowel Management?
Your care team has recommended a bowel management week, but what exactly is bowel management and what can you expect during that week? Bowel management is a 7-10 day medication manipulation program that helps patients establish better stooling patterns to help them get rid of stool accidents.
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E. Coli: What You Need to Know
With recent foodborne outbreaks of E. coli, knowing the signs of illness is important. If your child is having diarrhea and you suspect that something they ate or drank may have been contaminated, talk to your healthcare provider right away.
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Helping Your Child Adjust to a New Baby
Bringing home a new baby means many changes for the whole family. Here are some ideas to help prevent and manage behavior problems and help your child transition into the role of “big sibling.”
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Disclosing Abuse: How to Show Support and Break Stigmas
Recently, media outlets have spotlighted Hollywood celebrities who have come forward to disclose sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment. Hearing these stories may make us reflect on our own experiences with abuse, whether we were a victim or a bystander.
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Meet the Staff: What is an Advanced Practice Nurse?
Let’s break down what an APRN is and what you can expect when they’re part of your child’s healthcare team.
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Crib-Side Studies Help Struggling Newborns Go Home Without Feeding Tubes, Saves Millions in Hospital Bills
A new strategy developed in the Neonatal and Infant Feeding Disorders Program at Nationwide Childrens Hospital is helping premature infants and other newborns with severe swallowing difficulties learn to feed on their own.
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Understanding Rhabdo: Why You Should Take Exertional Rhabdomyolysis Seriously
Exertional rhabdomyolysis (ER) or “rhabdo” is a rare, yet serious, and potentially fatal, condition if not recognized and treated appropriately. It is defined as the breakdown of normal skeletal muscle fibers due to injury or exercise.
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Translational Cancer Research: Moving Treatment From Lab to Bedside
A common buzz-word in medical schools and academic hospitals, and particularly in cancer centers, is “translational research.” But what does that mean? Are doctors and researchers all studying the Rosetta Stone, figuring out how to translate languages? Simply put, translational research
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Injury Prevention in Softball and Baseball
Throwing injuries can put limitations on the ability of some athletes to continue playing their sport. Throwing and pitching require repetitive, explosive body movements to be executed with precision and athletes perform these motions thousands of times in a season.
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Nutrition Therapy - Dietitians Practicing What They Teach
Have you ever wondered if your doctor or member of your medical team would choose the same treatment they recommend to you? What if that treatment were difficult, like following a special diet? For the past three years the Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Center at Nationwide Children’s
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Can I Detect Seizures in My Child When I’m Not There?
Until recently, there were not many products that could be used to watch for seizures. Many parents end up using baby monitors with or without video support. However, that is not fool-proof and shown not to work in many cases.
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Talking to Kids About Politics
With the negativity and divisiveness in our current political climate, your kids are counting on you to help them understand the many images, messages, and actions that are occurring all around them. Here’s how you can help.
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SAD: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder
At this time of the year, it feels like winter will drag on forever and spring will never get here. The gray skies outside can give us a case of the winter blues and make us feel sluggish or sad. However, your child’s seasonal slump may be a more serious problem.
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Kids and Nutrition: Making Vegetables Taste Good
Getting kids to eat vegetables is not always an easy task. The good news? We can make them taste good! If you have a picky eater, here are some recipes to help you to just that.
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Winter Workout: Exercise During TV Commercials
As always, consult with your child’s physician before implementing any new exercise routine. How do you keep your family active throughout the winter? By encouraging them to step away from the couch or computer, and get moving during the commercials of their favorite TV show! Staying active
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All About Croup
What causes croup? What other symptoms are present? How do we treat croup, and can it be prevented? Let’s take a closer look.