Family Advisory Council The Family Advisory Council (FAC) is a voluntary group that includes family members of current or former pediatric patients of Connecticut Children’s. Council members lend parent, patient and provider perspectives to help improve the overall patient- and family-centered health
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Hospital Medicine Our team of pediatric hospitalists at Connecticut Children’s care for the special needs of children during an inpatient hospital stay. A pediatric hospitalist is a pediatrician with specialized training in caring for children who are spending time in the hospital. Our physicians Specialty
Infectious Diseases & Immunology From COVID-19 vaccines and tick-borne infections to chronic infectious diseases and immunodeficiency disorders, our specialists at Connecticut Children’s provide expert clinical care for children of all ages. Our team of board-certified physicians, nutritionists, case managers Service/Program
Lead Treatment Program No blood lead level is considered safe in children, and our multi-disciplinary team of pediatric providers is specially trained to treat children with lead exposure and lead poisoning. In addition, Connecticut Children’s Lead Treatment Program works with pediatricians and other Specialty
Mental Health As the only health system in the state 100% dedicated to kids, Connecticut Children’s specializes in the unique mental health needs of children, teens and young adults. Our experts work together to provide the support your child and family needs. That includes closely Volunteer Connecticut Children’s relies on more than 300 volunteers. As valuable members of our team, volunteers receive training and other benefits to make the experience as rewarding as possible, for them and for our patients and families. Volunteer responsibilities may include leading
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Nephrology From kidney stones to kidney transplants, our board-certified nephrologists at Connecticut Children’s work with social workers, child life specialists and nutritionists to provide diagnosis, treatment and follow-up kidney care to children of all ages. As leaders in pediatric Specialty
Neurology Developing brains have specialized needs, and our neurology team at Connecticut Children’s is experienced in providing children of all ages with the highest quality comprehensive care available. From epilepsy and neuromuscular disorders to rare neurologic syndromes, we care for a Specialty
Occupational Therapy From aquatic therapy and assistive technology to feeding issues and sports-related injuries, our occupational therapists provide personalized treatment plans that help children achieve increased independence. Our team offers a range of therapeutic services to help children Specialty
Ophthalmology Connecticut Children’s ophthalmology team provides comprehensive care for infants, children and teens with eye conditions and vision problems, from nearsightedness to retinopathy of prematurity. We also have two convenient onsite Optical Shops where our expert team can help your Specialty
Pediatric Surgery Surgery can be a stressful time for both children and their families. Our team of expert pediatric surgeons provides comprehensive, compassionate care for children of all ages—from fetal surgeries to adolescent procedures. With a combination of advanced techniques and cutting Donate Thank you so much for your interest in donating toys or hosting a toy drive. We absolutely could not provide toys to the kids and teens at Connecticut Children’s all year long without your help. While physical toys are exciting to collect and drop off, monetary gifts allow us to
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Physical Therapy Connecticut Children’s physical therapy team provides comprehensive evaluation, consultation and diagnostic services to children of all ages. We focus on improving functional mobility and gross motor skills while providing pain management services, so children can succeed within Specialty
Plastic Surgery The Division of Plastic Surgery offers innovative treatments addressing your child’s individual needs and ensures you are included in every step of the treatment process. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates to diagnose and treat an array of common and complex disorders and Specialty
Primary Care From wellness visits and mental health support to treatment when your child is sick, our pediatric primary care team is a trusted partner in supporting your child’s overall health and development. Gain peace of mind by choosing one of our board-certified pediatricians for your