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Bullying and Colorectal Conditions

Bullying is defined as the act of trying to cause suffering and to frighten another individual by means of verbal, physical, or virtual intimidation. Children who have a colorectal diagnosis can be subjected to especially cruel forms of bullying.

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Anorectal Manometry

Anal manometry is a test to see how well the internal and external sphincters of the anus and the pelvic floor are working.

Hemophilia

Hemophilia is an inherited blood disorder. In hemophilia, a blood clotting factor is missing. In Hemophilia A, Factor VIII (8) is missing. In Hemophilia B, Factor IX (9) is missing. Without these factors, blood will not clot well. People with hemophilia are born with the disorder. It is not contagious.

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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.

2024 Neonatal/Fetal Conference

Save the date for the 2024 Neonatal/Fetal Conference! This conference is designed for practitioners, clinicians, and students in the fields of neonatology, pediatrics, obstetrics, genetic counseling, maternal fetal medicine, fetal surgery, pediatric surgery, cardiology and sonography. You are invited to participate in this learning endeavor, share your thoughts and broaden your ability to support babies, parents and families in the health care setting.

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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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Homecare Update

Homecare’s Intermittent Skilled Nursing (ISN) and Therapy Services have expanded their service areas in central Ohio for 2025. 

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Adolescent Medicine

Our team of physicians, advanced practice nurses and other health care experts provides a full range of services for patients ages 11 to 21. These services include primary care and specialized programs for eating disorders, substance abuse, gynecology and more.

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Pediatric Clinic Tests Virtual Reality for Hemophilia Patients during Procedures

As a nurse clinician in the comprehensive hemophilia treatment center at Nationwide Children's Hospital for nearly 30 years, Charmaine Biega, RN, has watched her patients endure hundreds of needle sticks for infusions and other procedures which can mean tears, frustration, wiggling and –