Baja visión y ceguera congénita en niños y adolescentes
La ceguera significa la pérdida total de la visión mientras que “baja visión” se refiere a una visión muy limitada, como por ejemplo ver solo formas. Ninguna de las dos condiciones puede corregirse por completo con anteojos, lentes de contacto o…
Oona’s advice for living with thyroid cancer
Oona shares advice for others with a thyroid cancer diagnosis. Learn more about how Oona found the right treatment with Dr. Jessica Smith at Boston Children’s Thyroid Center.
Congenital low vision and blindness in children and adolescents
Blindness means no vision, while low vision refers to very limited vision — such as seeing only shapes. Neither condition can be fully corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. Both can significantly impact daily life.
Cardiac Conversations: Biventricular treatment options for…
Hypoplastic left-heart syndrome (HLHS) — the underdevelopment of the heart’s left side —significantly affects blood flow. Boston Children’s heart specialists offer several HLHS treatment options that are customized to meet a child’s specific…
Cardiac Conversations: Specialized care for a single-ventricle heart
Boston Children’s heart specialists offer a wide range of treatment and care options for the many different types of single-ventricle heart defects that require specialized care. From complex surgeries to cardiology interventions to fitness and…
Oona’s thyroid cancer treatment
Oona shares what her treatment plan for thyroid cancer looks like. From medication to surgery, Oona found an approach that works for her.
Oona’s journey with the Thyroid Center
Oona was diagnosed with thyroid cancer when she was a child. Learn how she found the right treatment and care at Boston Children’s Thyroid Center.
Transforming Tomorrow - Hard Hat Highlight Needham
Get ready! The momentum continues as we prepare to welcome our first patients to Boston Children’s Needham in January 2026. This new satellite will provide a comprehensive ambulatory surgical center and pediatric specialty care services (radiology,…
Repetitive Stress Injury Symptoms in Kids Who Play Sports
Muscle strain is the most common source of back pain in children and adolescents. Most strained muscles will heal on their own over time. But there are some instances when you should contact a healthcare provider right away.
How risky is teen alcohol and drug use — could it lead to addiction?
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Arnold welcomes Dr. Sharon Levy, pediatric addiction specialist and chief of the Division of Addiction Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital. Together, they explore the realities of adolescent substance use: how it…
Get to Know Our Voice Clinics
Every child’s voice is unique — and in the Voice Clinics at Boston Children’s Hospital, we’re passionate about helping kids use their voices with confidence. In the Voice Clinics, we provide comprehensive, compassionate care for children with voice…
What is Brachial Plexus Nerve Surgery
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that stem from the spinal cord in the neck. If the nerves of the brachial plexus have been injured in a way that will not allow the damage to heal on its own, surgery may be necessary.
What is non-directed living organ donation?
A non-directed living organ donation is a type of organ donation that is performed when the donor and recipient do not know each other. Dr. Scott Elisofon and Dr. Nancy Rodig explain what a non-directed living organ donor is and how the help…
What is non-directed living kidney donation?
Dr. Nancy Rodig, medical director of the Kidney Transplant Program, explains what the process is l for a non-directed living kidney donation and facts about kidney donations.
How does a non-directed living liver donation work?
Did you know that a non-directed living liver donor can donating just a piece of their liver to a patient awaiting transplant? Dr. Scott Elisofon, medical director of the Liver Transplant Program, explains how this works and more on non-directed…
How is vaping hurting kids?
Vaping has become alarmingly common among kids and teens, but how much do we really know about its risks? In this episode, Dr. Arnold speaks with pulmonologist Dr. Alicia Casey about the dangers of vaping, its effects on adolescent lung health, and…
Egg muffins and easy bagels | Endocrine Wellness Programs
Welcome to cooking class with the Endocrine Wellness Programs at Boston Children’s Hospital! Join us to discover easy, healthy recipes you can make in the comfort of your own home. Today, we’re making easy bagels, egg muffins, and tossed salad.
What is alcohol use disorder?
Alcohol use disorder is a common problem that touches more than just the person with the addiction. It’s truly a “family disease."
Brachial plexus shoulder surgery and tendon transfer
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that stem from the spinal cord in the neck. If the nerves of the brachial plexus have been injured in a way that will not allow the damage to heal on its own, surgery may be necessary.
Boston Children’s Cardiology: A 75-year Legacy
Seventy-five years ago, Boston Children’s didn’t just start a cardiology department. It brought together dedicated and highly inventive clinicians, researchers, and support staff who, generation by generation, have improved the lives of children…
Cirugía del nervio del plexo braquial
El plexo braquial es una red de nervios que provienen de la médula espinal en el cuello. Si los nervios del plexo braquial se han lesionado de una manera que no permite que el daño sane por sí solo, puede ser necesaria una cirugía.
What is the brachial plexus?
What is the brachial plexus? The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that stem from the spinal cord in the neck. Each nerve of the brachial plexus comes out of the spinal cord as a nerve “root.” These nerve roots divide and combine like subway…
After the Diagnosis: Stroke and Cerebrovascular Center
In this episode of After the Diagnosis, Dr. Michael Rivkin, Dr. Christina Vanderpluym , and Jane Wade, LISCW, discuss pediatric stroke and recovery with the Neuroscience Family Advisory Council.
How does Down syndrome affect learning and development?
Understanding how a child with Down syndrome develops and learns is important to helping them reach their individual potential.
What is Down syndrome?
Down syndrome is a genetic condition that happens when a child is born with an extra chromosome. This added chromosome changes how the baby’s brain and body develop and leads to differences in physical, mental, and social development.