Monthly Archives: July 2014

5 Simple Strategies to Make Your Family Safer

July 23, 2014 by in category Stay Safe

One day in my early youth, I wanted to ride our family horse. Bay Scoot was a huge bay gilding with a mind of his own. My dad, a very experienced “cowboy” and father of seven, agreed that I could ride but he was also in a bit of a hurry. He hoisted me up […]

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Orthopedic Care by the Numbers

July 21, 2014 by in category Incredible Care

The world of pediatric orthopedics has come a long way since the days of heavy, archaic leg braces as seen in Forrest Gump. Now, its people’s perceptions of orthopedic medicine that have to catch up, says Dr. Alan Stotts, Orthopedic Surgeon at Primary Children’s Hospital. From the most basic orthopedic problems, to the most complex […]

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How to Stay Engaged in Your Child’s Care

July 15, 2014 by in category Live Well

Don’t be surprised if your doctor starts pushing you to be more “engaged” in your child’s care. What does that mean? Patient engagement means you: Keep track of medical information Are on top of chronic conditions, even if your child has several Become familiar with medications, diagnoses, and test results Stay informed of treatment plans Seek preventive care Studies […]

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How VEPTR Helps Patients with Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrom (T.I.S.)

July 11, 2014 by in category Incredible Care

Advances in medical technology continue to open new possibilities for more effective treatments for all types of conditions. One of these innovations has dramatically improved care for children with thoracic insufficiency syndrome (TIS), a congenital condition in which severe deformities of the chest, spine, and ribs prevent normal breathing, lung growth, and lung development. In […]

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