A look inside the Center for Cardiovascular Genetics
Boston Children’s Center for Cardiovascular Genetics provides comprehensive evaluation and ongoing support to children and adults with all forms of cardiovascular genetic conditions. Our multidisciplinary team conducts genetic testing and…
Dress rehearsal for at-home trach care
Managing your child’s tracheostomy at home might seem like a daunting task, but before you leave the hospital, your care team will walk you through every step in a dress rehearsal. This instructional video reveals what to expect at the rehearsal so…
Using a self-inflating bag
It’s important to understand how to use a self-inflating bag. You should use it for the first and last daily suction of your child’s tracheostomy so that you’re prepared if there is ever an emergency. This instructional video will show you how you…
Open-suctioning a trach
Open-suctioning your child’s tracheostomy will clear mucus from the tube. This instructional video will show you how to do it and ensure your child can breathe effectively.
Changing a trach
It’s critical to change your child’s tracheostomy every month, but it doesn’t have to be a complicated process. Learn how to do it by watching these easy-to-follow steps.
Trach site care
Regularly cleaning your child’s tracheostomy at home prevents infection and obstruction. Learn how to do it by watching these easy-to-follow steps.
What are varied intensity workouts?
Varying intensity helps tailor the workout to fit you best. Boston Children’s injury prevention specialist Sara Collins, L/ATC, CPT, explains how varied intensity is beneficial to a workout. Follow along with Sara and OWL patient Daniela as they go…
What are healthy fitness zones?
A healthy fitness zone is a measurement that assesses overall fitness and any potential health concerns. Follow along as Boston Children’s injury prevention specialist Sara Collins, L/ATC, CPT, shows how to tailor lunges and air punches to stay in…
How to cool down from your workout
Boston Children’s injury prevention specialist Sara Collins, L/ATC, CPT, explains why it’s important to cool down after your workout. Follow along with Sara and OWL patient Daniela as they cool down with swan dives, hip flexor stretches, figure 4…
How to warmup for your workout
Boston Children’s injury prevention specialist Sara Collins, L/ATC, CPT, explains the importance of warmup exercises to prepare you for your workout. Follow along with Sara and OWL patient Daniela as they warm up with knee hugs, quad pulls,…
Introduction: OWL Program exercise videos
The Optimal Wellness for Life (OWL) Program is a multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children with insulin resistance and other weight-related health complications. The OWL team offers specialized care plans…
See what the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit is like before delivering
There might be no place like home, but we want expecting parents to also feel at home at our Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU). See what the CICU looks like and how it functions so that you can feel comfortable and know what to expect when you stay…
Welcome to the Cerebrovascular Surgery and Interventions Center (CSIC)
The Cerebrovascular Surgery and Interventions Center (CSIC) at Boston Children’s Hospital provides comprehensive care for blood vessel diseases and disorders in the brain and spine for infants, children, and young adults. Watch as center directors,…
Meet Dr. Leslie Benson
During medical school, Dr. Leslie Benson was drawn to working with children and fascinated by neurology and immunology. Watch as Dr. Benson shares her journey as a pediatric neuroimmunologist and offers insight into her role as the assistant…
What is involved in complex tethered spinal cord surgery and…
Dr. Benjamin Warf, Director of Neonatal and Congenital Anomaly Neurosurgery, explains the process for complex tethered spinal cord surgery and aftercare.
How we treat and diagnose complex tethered spinal cords
Dr. Benjamin Warf, Director of Neonatal and Congenital Anomaly Neurosurgery, explains how our department may diagnose complex tethered spinal cords and a variety of treatment options.
What is Complex Tethered Spinal Cord?
Dr. Benjamin Warf, Director of Neonatal and Congenital Anomaly Neurosurgery, explains what complex tethered spinal cord is.
What is involved in hydronephrosis surgery and aftercare?
Dr. Caleb Nelson, Director of Clinical Research, shares an overview of hydronephrosis surgery options and after care involvement.
How can hydronephrosis be treated?
Dr. Caleb Nelson, Director of Clinical Research, shares how the Department of Urology may treat hydronephrosis.
What is Hydronephrosis?
Dr. Caleb Nelson, Director of Clinical Research, explains what hydronephrosis is and common symptoms associated with the condition.
Meet Mark Proctor, MD
Dr. Mark Proctor is a pediatric neurosurgeon, director of the brain injury center, and neurosurgeon in chief, of Boston Children’s Hospital. Throughout Dr. Proctors career, he has specialized in craniofacial deformities, brain and spine injuries,…
Undescended Testes Diagnosis: Manikin Training For Pediatricians
Undescended testicles are common congenital anomalies in which one or more of a baby’s testicles have not moved into the proper position. Prompt diagnosis through a thorough physical exam, typically followed by surgery, can help prevent future…
A Look Inside The Pain Treatment Center
Discover unparalleled care for your child's chronic pain at Boston Children's Pain Treatment Center. With over three decades of expertise, we offer comprehensive multidisciplinary care tailored to your child's unique needs. Our holistic approach…
What is the HydrogenFAST clinical trial?
The HydrogenFAST clinical trial at Boston Children’s tests hydrogen as an effective treatment to reduce cell damage that sometimes occurs during emergency care for cardiac arrest.
Starting biventricular repair treatment
Starting biventricular repair treatment involves meetings with doctors and team members and filling out paperwork, but the care team at the Biventricular Repair Program will help your family every step of the way.