No parent wants their child to be ill, and it's important to remember that you aren’t alone. There's a lot of support available here at Boston Children’s for you and your family. Here are some of the ways we can help:
Patient education: From the office visit to pre-op to the recovery room, the clinicians in the Thyroid Center will be on hand to walk you through your child’s treatment and help answer any questions you may have. They will also reach out to you by phone, continuing the care and support you received while at Boston Children’s.
Parent to parent: Want to talk with someone whose child has been treated for a thyroid disorder? We can often put you in touch with other families who have been through similar experiences and can share with you their experience at Boston Children’s.
Social work: Our clinical social workers have helped many other families of children with thyroid disorders. Your social worker can offer counseling and assistance with issues such as coping with your child’s diagnosis, stresses relating to coping with illness, and dealing with financial difficulties.
