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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. 

First Steps: Infant Care

First Steps: Infant Care Class is for the new, expecting or adopting parent to learn about basic care for their child age birth - 18 months.

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Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

Hypertension, also called high blood pressure, can cause damage to the arteries and organs over time. It is estimated that about 3-4% of children have hypertension.

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A School Administrator’s Guide to Sudden Cardiac Arrest

View frequently asked questions and resources for school administrators regarding Ohio's Lindsay’s Law.

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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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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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Interprofessional Education and Grand Rounds Update

• Upcoming Conferences
• Pediatric Grand Rounds
• Annual MOC Deadlines
• Lounge and Learn

Specialty

Emergency Medicine

The Division of Emergency Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital staffs two Emergency Departments, seven Urgent Care locations and the Psychiatric Crisis Department. Our team is comprised of pediatric emergency medicine sub specialists, general pediatricians and nurse practitioners.

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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.