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Gastroenterology We provide compassionate, evidence-based care for a broad range of pediatric gastrointestinal conditions, including Crohn's disease, chronic constipation, food allergies and liver disease. Our board-certified pediatric gastroenterologists work with highly skilled nurses Anaphylaxis Clinical Pathway Pathway Background and Objectives Anaphylaxis is a multisystem emergency that can progress to a life threatening condition, and therefore requires prompt recognition and treatment. Leading causes of anaphylaxis are medications, foods, and Hymenoptera species (i.e. bees, wasps
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Allison Schilling, BSN, MSN, PNP-BC Nurse Practitioner, Cardiac ICU
- Specialties
- Heart Center
- Critical Care
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Feeding an Autistic Child: Your Top 4 Feeding Questions Answered By Jennifer Twachtman-Bassett, MS, CCC-SLP: Having an autistic child can bring many unique joys and challenges to your family. Sometimes children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) develop difficulties with feeding. Being able to feed your child is a top priority for all parents, so when feeding becomes challenging, a
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Answers to the Most Common Questions About Breastfeeding By Silvana Michael: There are lots of myths and misconceptions about breastfeeding, so we sat down with Silvana Michael, a lactation nurse at Connecticut Children’s, to get answers to the most common questions. How long should moms breastfeed? When we hear this question from moms, we ask them: What
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20 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Mood During a COVID-19 Quarantine By Christine Chew, PhD: Everyone is feeling burnt out from pandemic restrictions, and kids are no exception. It’s hard to limit activities and stay away from friends! It’s even harder when it feels like you’re the only one. So if your child has to quarantine due to COVID-19, and is stuck home while
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Norovirus is Spiking: What Parents Need to Know By Juan C. Salazar, MD, MPH, FAAP: People call norovirus the “stomach flu,” but it’s not related to influenza at all. Most children will brave the storm and recover quickly—though it’s not fun—but some may need emergency care. Get answers from the ones parents trust for answers to common questions about norovirus
Child & Family Support Services Our family support services make navigating medical options and managing the difficult factors of child illness easier for patients and families. Whether helping you find the information you need, introducing you to a support network of other families or providing coping