Enteral Tube Program

In the Enteral Tube Program, our doctors and nurses seek opportunities to improve care. This approach, which we call “clinical innovations,” often requires us to review patient outcomes, develop entirely new tools or come up with inventive strategies. This creative form of innovation is the path by which many major improvements have been made.

There are a variety of different types of enteral tubes for children, and picking the best type of tube can depend upon many factors, including your child’s condition and individual needs.  Whatever type of enteral tube your child has, knowing what to expect at the time that it is inserted, and gaining an education in how to care for your child and their tube afterwards are the keys to feeling comfortable and using it successfully. READ MORE

The Enteral Tube Program's approach to community outreach has been to develop innovative approaches to patient and caregiver education.  This keeps with the Program's mission to enhance the health and well-being of children requiring enteral tubes.