Our team
Health care professionals from many different specialties make up the Rett Syndrome Program treatment team at Children's Hospital Boston. Our specialties include:
- cardiology
- developmental pediatrics
- endocrinology
- gastroenterology
- genetics
- neurology
- orthopedics
- physiatry
Together, our team works in close coordination with occupational and physical therapists, social workers, scientific advisors and a full nursing team to create the best treatment plans for our patients.
Our services
We use a range of neurological tests, including brain imaging techniques, to most effectively treat each patient. We also provide help in the management of medications, therapies and other services.
Full neuropsychological testing is available to help identify individual learning skills in each patient that are helpful when considering care at school.
Research
Ongoing clinical research in our program includes investigating innovative treatments for the syndrome. Associated clinical trials provide exciting opportunities to advance our understanding of the disease.
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