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The Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation provides
services to children with chronic conditions through Carrie
Tingley Hospital. One of the objectives is to provide
coordinated, comprehensive care that is culturally
sensitive. Although there are specific problems attached
to specific chronic diseases, there are multiple needs that are
generic among all chronic conditions. This program places
emphasis on both medical and non-medical needs. Some of
the children with chronic diseases seen at Carrie Tingley
Hospital include those with:
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Cerebral Palsy
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Spina Bifida
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Multiple Birth Defects
There are multiple disciplines that provide service and
consultation to these children and their families including
physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language
therapy, nutrition and dental consultation. There is also
a parent representative to help with school and other advocacy
issues. Through the outreach program, along with
orthopaedists and other therapists, pediatricians travel to
different communities around the state to provide local
consultative services.
FACULTY:
Denise Taylor, M.D.,
Division Chief Margaret Armstrong,
M.D.,
Amber Hayes, Ph.D. Courtney Johnson, M.D. Mark
Pedrotty, Ph.D.
Susan Root, M.D.
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