The Neurocritical Care Program at Boston Children's Hospital plays a crucial role in caring for children with life-threatening illnesses or injuries. We treat a wide range of children in the ICU environment, including those who are on ventilators or are …

The genetic and molecular basis of many neuromuscular diseases was discovered at Boston Children’s. In the mid-1980s, Louis M. Kunkel, PhD , and his colleagues identified the gene and encoded protein, dystrophin, that are altered in children with Duchenne …

For more information about our services or to schedule an appointment in the Neuromuscular Center, please contact us at: Neuromuscular Center Boston Children’s Hospital 300 Longwood Ave. Fegan 11 Boston, MA 02115 Phone: 617-355-6388 Fax: 617-730-0279 Find …

When your child is diagnosed with a condition requiring neuropsychological assessment and care, the questions, acronyms, and sense of worry can seem endless — and sometimes overwhelming. Browse through the sections below for some helpful information that …

At Boston Children’s Hospital, we consider you and your child integral parts of the care team — not simply recipients of care. We specialize in family centered treatment, which means that from your first visit to our Neuropsychology Program, you’ll work …

Comprehensive pediatric care includes monitoring and addressing habits such as nutrition and physical activity that support a healthy body weight. But addressing weight issues with a parent, let alone a child, may not be easy, especially if the child is …

The Maggie Ryan Endowed Fellowship in Global Health was created in memory of Maggie Ryan, a remarkable young woman and former intern of the Global Health Program whose life was tragically cut short in an automobile accident as Maggie drove home after her …

Building a Pediatric Oncology Nutrition Program at Yangon Children’s Hospital in Myanmar: A Multidisciplinary Collaboration Challenge Yangon Children’s Hospital (YCH) is the largest public, pediatric hospital in Myanmar. The Hematology/Oncology (HOU) …

Pressure Injury Prevention at a Pediatric Oncology Hospital Challenge During our initial involvement with UNOP (Unidad Nacional de Oncología Pediátrica, a pediatric specialty hospital) we had started a medication adverse tracking system project. Together …

I’m pregnant and I just found out my baby has a congenital heart defect. Is there anything you can do before my baby is born? Yes. Getting the right care for your baby before birth can help make sure they have the best outcome possible after birth. The …