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Clinical Services:
Rett Syndrome Program
The Rett Syndrome Program at Children's Hospital Boston provides specialized care for children and adults with Rett Syndrome and related conditions.
Our Team
Our program is staffed by a team of specialists from various fields who have expertise and experience in the care of children and adolescents with Rett syndrome.

The team includes specialists in:

  • Neurology
  • Developmental pediatrics
  • Gastroenterology
  • Pulmonology cardiology
  • Endocrinology
  • Genetics
  • Psychiatry
  • Orthopedics
  • We work closely with occupational and physical therapists, social workers, scientific advisors, family support groups and a full nursing team to ensure that your child receives the best care possible.
    Our Services
  • up-to-date diagnosis
  • laboratory testing
  • pharmacological treatment
  • therapies
  • health promotion
  • family support
  • advocacy
  • education
  • Research
    Our clinical research is investigating innovative treatments for Rett syndrome, and is actively building links and collaborations with researchers in basic science and neurobiology to rapidly translate new discoveries into therapies and treatments for this disorder.
    Teaching
    Our program is actively involved in educating the next generation of leaders in the care and diagnosis of Rett syndrome and related disorders, including students, trainee physicians, residents and fellows.
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    Related topics:
    Breathing Problems
    Electroencephalograms (EEG)
    Epilepsy
    see entire list
    Related programs:
    Augmentative Communication Program
    Clinical Nutrition Services
    Epilepsy Program
    What is Rett syndrome?
    Rett syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder associated primarily with mutations in a gene on the X chromosome - girls are almost exclusively affected.
    Related links:
    Rett Syndrome Association of Massachusetts
    Rett Syndrome Research Foundation
    International Rett Syndrome Foundation
    The Rett Syndrome Program is part of the Autism Consortium.
    Clinical Trials
    If you would like to learn more about clinical trials for Rett syndrome, please call 617-355-8994.
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