Although having a baby with a heart defect can be scary, most babies born with congenital heart disease will do well as long as they have their medicines and treatments. Your baby will need extra care for his or her heart, as well as all of the other regular well-child care. It is okay to have the same hopes and dreams for your child’s future as you would for any other child....
Thanksgiving is full of traditions – turkey, pumpkin pie, and of course, quality time with family and friends. If you’re looking to add or begin new traditions, here are 5 you can start to spice up the holiday. Let your kids help in the kitchen Thanksgiving Day can be stressful – there’s so much to do in so little time, but if your child wants to help in the kitchen, let them!...
Columbus Childrens Hospital is teaming up with The National Center for Adoption Law & Policy at Capital University Law School to offer Adoption Academy: Taking the Mystery Out of the Adoption Process. This program was developed with the goal to bring information together in a comprehensive and sensitive manner to help prospective parents make informed adoption choices. Adoption Academy includes three tracks a CORE Track that examines issues all prospective adoptive parents need to address; a Domestic Track for those interested in adopting children in the United States; and an International Track for those interested in adopting abroad....
Contact Information Call us at: (614)355-6060 Fax us at: (614) 355-6070 Clinical Therapies584 County Line Road WestWesterville, OH 43082 (map) Learn more about Chad D Crabtree Biography Chad Crabtree, LPTA, has been a licensed physical therapy assistant by The Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board Association since 2003. Chad is also a Strength Training Specialist by IWA (International Weightlifting Association). Chad built a passion for Physical Therapy after numerous knee surgeries in high school that derailed him athletically and desire to help other young athletes overcome their injuries to return back to their sport....
At Nationwide Children’s, we strive to optimize the health and well-being of every child in our community so they can reach their full potential. One way we are doing that is through the Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Families (HNHF) initiative. HNHF is a neighborhood revitalization effort focused on removing barriers and using existing assets to improve the health and well-being of children and families in Columbus’ South Side. Among our greatest assets are the young people who live in the neighborhoods we are hoping to impact....
Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-2530 Fax us at: (614) 722-5030 PediatricsCardiology700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about John P. Cheatham Biography John P. Cheatham, MD, is Director of Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Therapy and Co-Director of The Heart Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He holds the George H. Dunlap Endowed Chair in Interventional Cardiology. He is also a Professor of Pediatrics and Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine....
Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-4200 Fax us at: (614) 722-4203 Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine700 Childrens DrColumbus, OH 432052664 (map) Learn more about Katherine Manupipatpong Academic and Clinical Areas Anesthesiology Fellowship Faculty Primary Department Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 09/27/2019 Board Certifications Anesthesiology Pediatric Anesthesiology Fellowship John Hopkins Hospital Date Completed: 07/07/2019 Residency Medical College of Wisconsin Date Completed: 06/30/2018 Medical School...
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. It is important to remember that bariatric surgery is only a tool to support you in achieving lasting weight loss. Healthy eating patterns and regular exercise are the keys to success. Nutrition For Life Before surgery, you will meet monthly with the dietitian who will discuss and instruct you on a personal eating program....
Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-3535 Fax us at: (614) 722-3546 PediatricsGenetics and Genomic Medicine700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Mari Mori Biography Mari Mori, MD, MS, is a clinical geneticist and biochemical geneticist in the Division of Genetic & Genomic Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. She is board-certified in Clinical Genetics, Medical Biochemical Genetics, and Clinical Informatics....
Nationwide Children’s Hospital is inviting members of the general public to attend their Nursing Career Fair. Who: Experienced nurses and new graduates who are interested in a career in pediatrics are invited to attend. What: Find out what it’s like to be part of one of the top children’s hospitals in the country. Learn about our competitive benefits package, career development, work/life balance and tuition reimbursement. Potential applicants will have an opportunity to meet with unit managers from CTICU, NICU, PICU, Emergency Department, Inpatient Psychiatry, OR, Care Coordination, Homecare, and many more....
Contact Information Call us at: (614) 529-4260 Fax us at: (614) 529-4270 Pediatrics2876 Hilliard Rome RdHilliard, OH 43026 (map) Learn more about Paul D. Gilbert Academic and Clinical Areas Community Pediatrics Community Physician Primary Department Pediatrics Primary Section Community Pediatrics Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 08/26/2022 Board Certifications Pediatrics Residency All Children’s Hospital Date Completed: 06/30/2017 Medical School John Hopkins School of Medicine Date Completed: 05/31/2014 Contact Information...
When I was graduating from high school, I wish I had known as much then about picking a college as I do now. As parents and students, there’s very little information available to prepare you for the journey of applying to schools and choosing your best option! Factors to consider With so many important factors to consider, here are some of the most important ones to discuss with your teen....
The oral motor evaluation (OME) and videofluoroscopic (VID ee oh floor oh SKOP ick) swallow study (VFSS) is a special test that shows how safely your child can swallow food and liquids. How to Prepare For the Test Explain to your child what will happen. Use words he or she can understand. Bring your child’s bottle, spoon, or cup. We only stock a small variety of sip cups, bottles and nipples....
With 16 convenient locations throughout Ohio, we promise to make your experience as stress-free as possible. Our exceptionally trained team is committed to providing special care and attention to your child. What Should I Bring? Please bring these items with you when visiting a Laboratory Service Center: Knowledge of how testing was ordered. Orders can be a hardcopy given to you by your child’s provider, faxed to the laboratory, or placed in an electronic medical record....
A study conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy shows that in the United States, finger and thumb amputations account for the majority of the traumatic amputations among children. The study also found that these injuries result in more than $21 million in inpatient charges and 3,900 days of hospitalization annually. Many of the pediatric amputations are door-related. Doors are easily accessible to the exploring fingers of young children who are unaware of the potential dangers....
While rebounding in basketball is an integral part of the game, it was also associated with 25 percent of injuries in high school basketball. New research also found the most commonly injured body site was to the ankle or foot, resulting in 40 percent of injuries. Many may perceive the knee as being a common basketball-related injury, but according to a recent study published in the online issue of the American Journal of Sports Medicine and conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy (CIRP) of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, knee injuries accounted for 15 percent of injuries, followed by the head, face or neck, (14 percent) and the arm or hand (10 percent), all far behind the number of foot and ankle injuries....
Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-8943 Fax us at: (614) 722-3369 PediatricsPatient Care Services700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Beth L. Hubach Academic and Clinical Areas Hematology/Oncology & BMT Nurse Practitioner Team Primary Department Pediatrics Primary Section Hematology & Oncology Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 11/30/2020 Board Certifications Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care Graduate School Ohio State University Date Completed: 05/03/2020 Contact Information...
COLUMBUS, Ohio, - Big Lots announced today the launch of its fall point-of-sale campaign, “Give Big for Kids” that will benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Now through October 27, Big Lots customers can donate $1, $2, $5, or more at checkout. One hundred percent of the dollars raised supports lifesaving research and care at the hospital. This past spring, Big Lots concluded its seventh point-of-sale fundraising campaign on behalf of Nationwide Children’s....
Contact Information Call us at: (614)355-8251 Fax us at: (614)355-8363 Clinical Therapies433 North Cleveland AveWesterville, OH 43082 (map) Learn more about Catie C Christensen Biography Catie Christensen, PT, DPT, PCS is a staff physical therapist, the evidence-based practice coordinator, and a member of the multidisciplinary stroke clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. In June of 2017, Catie received her pediatric specialty certification through the American Physical Therapy Association. She has specialty training in the use of the WalkAide, pediatric vestibular dysfunction, the general movement assessment, and serial casting....
Continuous renal replacement therapy, or CRRT, is a non-stop, 24-hour dialysis therapy. It is used to help patients with acute kidney injury (AKI) and fluid overload. Your child may need CRRT if they look swollen or puffy or if their blood test shows they have high levels of waste products. How CRRT Works CRRT does some of the work normally done by healthy kidneys. It gently filters and cleans your child’s blood by removing waste products and extra fluid....
