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Paula M Sanborn

Paula M. Sanborn, MS, APRN, FNP-C, CPHON, is a Nurse Practitioner and program leader specializing in orthopedic oncology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. With nearly four decades of experience in pediatric healthcare, she brings extensive expertise in sarcoma care, hematology/oncology, bone marrow transplantation, infectious diseases, and adolescent and young adult (AYA) oncology.

In her current roles as Orthopedic Oncology Nurse Practitioner and Program Coordinator for the Center for Orthopedic Oncology, Paula leads multidisciplinary care coordination for patients with complex musculoskeletal tumors, total joint arthroplasties, and contributes to program development aimed at improving clinical outcomes and care delivery across the cancer continuum. Her work bridges clinical practice and systems-level innovation, with a particular focus on sarcoma management and survivorship.

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Your Care Team

Care team members of single ventricle heart defect patients and families

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Rapid Access and Appointment Scheduling

Neurosurgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers rapid scheduling for clinic appointments and operations.

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Fertility and Reproductive Health Program

Many medical conditions and treatments may affect future fertility. Our comprehensive program provides education and counseling for patients who may be at risk for long-term fertility or reproductive health issues and provide fertility preservation options.

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Neonatology

We offer advanced, comprehensive care, from fetal diagnosis to long-term follow-up. As the nation's largest neonatal network, caring for more than 3,000 babies each year, we provide cutting-edge interventions, compassionate care and exceptional outcomes.

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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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5 Questions Every NICU Parent Should Ask

Having a baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) can be overwhelming and it can take a while to adjust. Here are 5 questions you might find helpful to ask as a NICU parent.

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Adenoid Removal (Adenoidectomy)

Adenoids are glands high in the throat behind the nose. Surgery to remove the adenoids is called an adenoidectomy. An adenoidectomy may be done if your child has trouble with breathing through the nose or for problems with frequent ear infections or sinus infections, among other reasons.

Allergy to Latex

Latex is the milky sap from the rubber tree. It is used to make many rubber products that are used in the hospital and home. Signs of a latex allergy include skin rash or scaliness, itching, hives, swelling, watery or puffy eyes, sneezing, coughing, wheezing or difficulty breathing.