Every attempt is made to avoid unnecessary duplication of testing. If needed, a team of specialists including, but not limited to, allergists, immunologists, pulmonologists, otolaryngologists, radiologists, pharmacologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, art therapists, nurses, dieticians, speech therapists and rehabilitation therapists is available for consultation. The findings of these tests, procedures, and consultations are reviewed with each patient's family and any questions that arise are addressed. Our experienced nursing staff provides quality care and ensures that each family is educated thoroughly about their child's illness and gains the necessary skills to manage it effectively. When indicated, our psychosocial team assesses issues pertaining to children with chronic illness such as the impact of illness on the child and family, adjustment in school, treatment adherence, and co-morbid emotional problems that may be affecting the illness.
Every psychosocial evaluation is tailored to the specific needs and concerns of each family.
Careful monitoring of the patient and the sharing of medical information among medical specialists, nurses, and the psychosocial team facilitates reaching an accurate diagnosis and developing an individualized treatment plan. Each treatment plan is thoroughly reviewed with the patient and the patient's family and relayed to the patient's health care providers at home. Patients return for follow-up as indicated by their clinical course, the severity of disease and resources available for the management of their disease at home. Outcomes data shows that participation in our programs leads to a significant reduction in the subsequent requirement for medical services and an improved quality of life for our patients and their families. How to Refer a Patient Patient Information Clinical Research Dedicated to care and discovery.