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Suspected Physical Abuse (SPA) Clinical Pathway In 2013 there were close to 70,000 substantiated cases of child abuse and neglect in the United States. Child maltreatment is a significant medical problem. Cases of suspected physical abuse frequently present to the emergency department. It has been noted that there is variation

Suspected Sexual Abuse Clinical Pathway According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in 2017, there were 674,000 substantiated cases of child maltreatment in the U.S., 8.6% of which were sexual abuse. In Connecticut, there were 8,442 victims of child maltreatment, and 401 of those cases involved

Tethered Cord: Post-Operative Care Clinical Pathway Tethered cord occurs when the spinal cord is attached to tissues around the spine, most commonly at the base of the spine. The attached tissue limits the movement of the spinal cord within the spinal column and causes an abnormal stretching of the spinal cord and impairment of

Community Resources Connecticut Children’s board certified physicians and highly trained specialists provide advanced clinical and surgical care to children of all ages. However, the impact we make on healthcare in Connecticut reaches far beyond our walls and into communities across the region

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy: Perioperative Care Clinical Pathway Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy is a common procedure with greater than 500,000 performed annually in the United States. However, there is variability in peri-operative and post-operative care for these patients. This can lead to confusion and dissatisfaction for patients

Urinary Tract Infection Clinical Pathway Urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the most common causes of SBI (serious bacterial infection) in children aged 2-24 months, and a common reason for inpatient admission. The goal of this pathway is early treatment to help with elimination of infection and prevention of

Ear, Nose & Throat We take a team approach when treating ear, nose, and throat conditions, and offer specialized, compassionate care to help patients get better and live healthier. Our pediatric otolaryngologists (ENT specialists) and advanced practice providers have decades of experience

Adolescent Medicine Connecticut Children’s board-certified adolescent medicine physicians and nurse practitioners provide a broad range of care and services to teen and young adult patients (ages 10 to 25) and their families. We collaborate with primary care physicians and other healthcare providers

Anesthesiology Children undergoing surgery, invasive diagnostic procedures, and some imaging tests and radiologic interventions may require anesthesia to block sensations in areas of the body that would otherwise experience pain or severe discomfort. Our pediatric anesthesiology team receive

Audiology At Connecticut Children’s, our expert audiology team specializes in evaluating and managing hearing loss in children of all ages. We perform in-depth testing to diagnose a range of hearing loss and vestibular disorder and to measure the severity of the condition. Using the latest

Heart Center We are home to the only dedicated team in the state that cares for patients with congenital heart disease throughout all stages of life, from before birth through adulthood. Our specialists use advanced techniques to diagnose heart conditions and develop tailored treatment plans

Cardiac Surgery We provide world-class cardiac surgical care for children and adults with congenital heart conditions. We know how stressful it can be when you or a loved one needs surgery, and we are committed to offering compassionate, expert care at every turn.

Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders At Connecticut Children’s Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders, we offer specialized care for children, adolescents and young adults with cancer and blood disorders. Our team of board-certified pediatric oncologists and hematologists provides advanced treatments, access to

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