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Child Life Specialist Shares Tricks of the Trade to Help Kids Cope
Learn how to maximize your child or teen's coping and minimize their stress during medical procedures, from needle pokes to surgery.
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If you’re a parent, you may be wondering how this change could impact your kids as they adjust to school schedules, weekend activities and most importantly, their sleep and health management.
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Dr. Tony Woodward, chief of Emergency Medicine at Seattle Children’s, offers tips for how to safely celebrate what many kids consider to be the best holiday.
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Fire Escape Plans: Could Your Family Get Out in Two Minutes?
This National Fire Prevention Week, Seattle Children's urges families to make and practice a home fire escape plan. Get tips and resources to do this important safety planning.
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A Gift of Life, Health and Hope for Hailee After Life-Altering Diagnosis
Discover how Hailee’s life was transformed through community generosity and compassionate care at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
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My Journey From Sickle Cell Disease to Healing
John Masembe shares how having sickle cell shaped his life and brought him back to Seattle Children’s Sickle Cell Disease Program at OBCC as a team member.
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Getting Beyond ‘How was your day?’
Getting children, tweens and teens to fill you in on their day isn't always easy. Get tips for how to engage your child in meaningful conversation.
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From Patient to Mother: Two Generations of Care
New mom finds support and care at OBCC. Learn how this clinic helped a preemie thrive.
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Miracle Babies: A 700-Mile Journey to Face the Odds
A referral to the Maternal Fetal Intervention and Surgery Program at Seattle Children’s started a journey that would save their babies’ lives.
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How to Handle a Difficult Prenatal Diagnosis
Seattle Children's Hospital genetics counselor, Kiana Siefkas, offers parents advice to help cope with an unexpected prenatal test result.
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Seattle Children’s Shares Advice on Reducing Back-to-School Worries
Co-directors of the Mood and Anxiety Program at Seattle Children’s offer ways parents and caregivers can help reduce worries in children as they head back to school.
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In an immersive therapeutic gaming experience only possible at Seattle Children’s, patients now have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the hospital through the virtual world of Minecraft.
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Researching the Far-Reaching Effects of Wildfire Smoke – Ways to Protect Kids Against Air Pollutants
Dr. Mary Crocker, pediatric pulmonologist and researcher at Seattle Children’s Research Institute’s Center for Respiratory Biology and Therapeutics, shares insights into her research and the patterns she’s seen reflected in the pediatric community as wildfire conditions continue to change.
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How a Unique Therapy at Seattle Children’s for a Rare Craniofacial Condition Helped Baby Milo Thrive
The orthodontic airway plate (OAP), also called the Tübingen palatal plate, is an oral appliance that is custom-crafted with expertise from an orthodontist and an otolaryngologist (ENT). The OAP is removable and designed to position a baby’s tongue forward and open the airway to help them breathe, feed and grow.
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Generosity Reflected in a Child’s Life
Seattle Children’s has the most generous financial assistance program in the Washington, Alaska, Montana, Idaho (WAMI) region, providing more than $375 million of care not covered by insurance or Medicaid last year. Community support for the Uncompensated Care Fund is vital.
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Learn how Seattle Children’s specialized care team left no stone unturned to provide the best leukemia care in the Pacific Northwest for Seeley.
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Choose Safe Fun for the Fourth of July
Seattle Children’s Dr. Tony Woodward advises on Fourth of July safety. Learn about firework, water and food safety for a fun holiday.
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It Takes a Village: Siobhan’s Journey With Arthrogryposis and the Power of Community Support
16-month-old Siobhan is a typical toddler in many ways. But her journey hasn't been that of a typical toddler. Diagnosed with arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC), a condition characterized by multiple joint contractures, Siobhan has been treated at Seattle Children’s since she was 4 weeks old.
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Seattle Children’s Physicians Headed to the Paris 2024 Olympics Answer Top Sports Medicine Questions
Olympic athletes competing at the highest level need the most experienced and dedicated health care providers by their side. That’s where Dr. Brian Krabak and Dr. Monique Burton, of Seattle Children’s, the Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic (OBCC), and the University of Washington (UW), come into play.
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A Resource for Finding Mental Health Care for Children and Teens
Washington’s Mental Health Referral Service for Children and Teens connects families with mental health and behavioral health providers in your community who accept new patients, work with your insurance and are a good match for your child’s treatment needs.
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‘I Have Celiac Disease, and My Life Is Delicious!’
Celiac disease limits what 12-year-old Celia can eat but not what she can achieve. Celia details her life without gluten and how she supports newly diagnosed kids with the disease.
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Spring Sports Safety – 10 Tips for Staying in the Game
Spring sports are back! Learn about common injuries, preventive measures, and how to keep kids safe while playing baseball, tennis, lacrosse, soccer, and track.
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Seattle Children’s Alyssa Burnett Adult Life Center Celebrates 10 Years
Learn how Seattle Children's Alyssa Burnett Adult Life Center and the community celebrated ten years of learning, connection and fun.
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How to Do “Mental Health Check-Ins” With Your Child
Dr. Yolanda Evans, head of the Division of Adolescent Medicine at Seattle Children’s, and a parent herself, shares what mental health check-ins are and how can they be done effectively.
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When Life Threw Lyla a Curveball, Seattle Children’s Helped This Athlete Get Back Out on the Field
A passionate lacrosse athlete with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) got back in the game after spine surgery at Seattle Children's.
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‘I Want to Hold Your Hand’: Two Generations Find Joy at the Alyssa Burnett Center
Established in 2014 thanks to generous giving, Seattle Children's Alyssa Burnett Center spreads joy to families like the Zenters.
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In celebration of Autism Acceptance Month, Seattle Children’s Autism Center and Seattle Children’s Alyssa Burnett Adult Life Center students and families surprised by Seattle Seahawks mascot, Blitz.
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Measles Outbreaks on the Rise: How to Protect Your Family and Community
Learn about rising measles cases from Dr. Danielle Zerr. Understand symptoms, risks, and vaccination importance to protect your family and community.
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Kids and Suicidality: The Behavioral Health Crisis Care Clinic Steps Into the Gap
Seattle Children’s Behavioral Health Crisis Care Clinic provides evidence-based treatment and renews hope for kids and families through mental health crisis and suicidal thoughts.
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Spring Safety-Gear Check-Up: Bike Helmets and Life Jackets
Spring is a great time to check your family’s bike helmets and life jackets, to be sure they’re in good shape and still fit properly.
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Discover Olive Ray, the fifth grader with an indomitable spirit. Despite facing brain tumors, she spreads joy, navigates clinical trials, and embraces life with sass and sparkle.
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Seattle Children’s Launches First U.S. CAR T-Cell Clinical Trial for Children with Lupus
Seattle Children’s launches the first chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell clinical trial in the U.S. for children under 18 with the most common form of lupus.
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Spring Forward by Changing Your Clocks and Checking Your Smoke Alarms
As you walk through your home to reset clocks, take another lap and test each smoke alarm using the test button.
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“300 Chances to Grow Up”: Seattle Children’s Marks 300 Heart Transplant Milestone
The Seattle Children’s Heart Transplant and Cardiac Surgery teams reached a remarkable milestone—300 heart transplants since the Heart Transplant Program was established in 1994.
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Help for Your Child’s Dry Winter Skin
Skin can get dry, irritated and itchy during cold weather. Known as winter itch, this condition can be caused by cold, dry air outside plus heated air inside.
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Indoor Active Play for Heart Health
Dr. Monique Burton, medical director of the Sports Medicine Program, shares ideas for indoor activities that put a smile on a child’s face and get their heart pumping.
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2.7.24 | For more than two decades, Seattle Children’s and Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic (OBCC) has treated patients with SCD and we aim to be a medical home and center of excellence in which all families feel empowered, welcomed, and well cared for.
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Rainn Wilson Uplifts Seattle Children’s Patients with Virtual Visit
Seattle Children’s patients and families were surprised by a special visit by actor Rainn Wilson, known by many as Dwight from the comedy series, “The Office.”
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Meet Laura Licea: Helping Surgical Services Soar to New Heights
Laura Licea joined Seattle Children’s in July 2023 as vice president (VP) of Perioperative and Procedural Services and associate chief nursing officer.
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How to Help Kids Sleep Better – Sleep Researcher Puts Common Misconceptions to Rest
A nurse researcher specializing in sleep health clears up a few common pediatric sleep misconceptions, providing guidance and resources for families on better sleep habits.
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Back in the Race: How Seattle Children’s Helped Aisley Overcome Her Brain Tumor
"Aisley's life changed when headaches led to a tumor diagnosis. Discover how Seattle Children's Brain Tumor Team provided lifesaving care and hope.
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Seattle Baseball Teams Ring in The New Year With Special Visits to Seattle Children’s
Baseball teams from the University of Washington and Seattle University helped Seattle Children’s patients ring in 2024 with two surprise visits to the hospital.
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The Dangers of Home Renovation or Remodel: Keep Kids Safe During Repairs
Families planning a home renovation or remodel should be aware that the walls they plan to tear down could contain hidden dangers that can hurt unborn babies and children’s growing bodies.
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Dr. Molly Taylor shares the emotional journey of pediatric oncologists, grappling with complex feelings of grief, guilt, and responsibility after the loss of a young patient.
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Choosing Safe Toys for Kids: Here’s What Pediatricians Recommend
Dr. Sheela Sathyanarayana, a pediatrician and environmental health specialist at Seattle Children’s, shares key toy safety tips to help make the process of selecting gifts easier.
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Pacific Northwest Ballet Dancers Pay Special Visit to Seattle Children’s Patients
Patients and families at Seattle Children's were surprised by a special visit from a group of Pacific Northwest Ballet dancers hoping to spread happiness throughout the hospital.
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Getting to the Heart of Uncompensated Care
Rachael and her husband faced a daunting diagnosis for their unborn son, Auren. With support from Seattle Children’s uncompensated care program, they navigated financial challenges while focusing on his specialized medical needs.
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Meet Laura Knapp: A Leader With Unrelenting Hope
Seattle Children’s welcomes Laura Knapp as its new vice president of Mental and Behavioral Health. An innovator, collaborator and optimist, Knapp leads Seattle Children’s mental and behavioral health strategy.
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Focusing Care – ADHD Expert Shares Current Treatments and Latest Research at Seattle Children’s
Seattle Children’s talks about ADHD, how it's diagnosed, treated, and researched by Dr. Mark Stein, helping families understand and manage this common condition.
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Seattle Children’s Doctors Use 3D Printing to Help Train International Care Teams on Complex Surgery
Doctors at Seattle Children’s are now utilizing 3-D printed models created in the hospital’s Innovation Lab to train international care teams in a highly specialized procedure, known as a slide tracheoplasty, that improves airflow in a child’s obstructed airway.
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Hundreds gathered in Seattle’s Central District neighborhood to celebrate the Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic’s (OBCC) future location on 18th Ave. S. and S. Jackson St.
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Celebrating Wizards of the Coast’s Generous Commitment of $5M to Seattle Children’s Autism Center
Seattle Children’s honored Wizards of the Coast for their $5M commitment to Seattle Children’s Magnuson by naming the Autism Center registration area and main waiting room.
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Knox’s Heartfelt Care at Seattle Children’s Leaves Lasting Impact on Wenatchee Family
Discover how Seattle Children’s Fetal Care & Treatment Center provided expert care for Knox’s SVT, ensuring a healthy start to life. Read his inspiring journey now!
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Learn about cyberbullying and how to protect your kids online. From spamming to doxxing, understand the different forms and how they can affect your child.
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Stage's diagnosis of mitochondrial myopathy brought unforeseen financial strain to his family. With Seattle Children’s Uncompensated Care program, funded by donations, they found relief, focusing on his care rather than financial worries.
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Meet the 2023 Family Choice Award Winners Making a Difference in Patient’s Lives
Seattle Children’s providers, nurses and other team members chose their professions because they care deeply about helping kids live the healthiest and most fulfilling lives possible.
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Dr. Molly Taylor is both a Seattle Children’s oncologist and a researcher who serves patients with cancer by studying how the body and mind intersect to impact survival.
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From Feeling Helpless to Helping Others: Kinsey Dreams Big
From battling cancer to mental health advocate: Kinsey's journey inspires. With support from Seattle Children’s, she now pursues a career in pediatric mental health.
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Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Peter Mansfield, Former Seattle Children’s Chief of Surgery
In honor of the late Dr. Peter Mansfield, former Seattle Children’s Chief of Surgery, his wife, Jackie Mansfield, has established a fund directly benefitting the Invent at Seattle Children’s Postdoctoral Scholars Program.
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Seattle Children’s Announces Appointment of Dr. Vittorio Gallo as Chief Scientific Officer
Seattle Children’s has appointed Dr. Vittorio Gallo as senior vice president and chief scientific officer.
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9 Questions Answered about Clinical Trials by a Seattle Children’s Cancer Expert
Dr. Tyler Ketterl, medical director of Seattle Children’s programs in Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology and Comprehensive Fertility Care and Preservation, to explain the basics of cancer clinical trials.
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Leaders from Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic (OBCC) announced the location of its new clinic site in Seattle’s Central District.
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Learn about the latest breakthrough in RSV prevention: a CDC-recommended vaccine for pregnant individuals. Led by Seattle Children’s researchers like Dr. Janet Englund, these studies show promising results in preventing RSV disease and hospitalizations in infants.
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“At 17, My World Completely Changed”: Two-Time Cancer Survivor Shares Her Path to Wellness
Emma, a second-year grad student in health sciences, faced Hodgkin’s Lymphoma with determination. Seattle Children’s experts provided treatment, including fertility preservation.
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Each year, Seattle Children’s Craniofacial Center treats hundreds of children with craniosynostosis, a condition most families have never heard of, yet can affect approximately 1 in every 2,500 babies in the United States.
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While families are busy checking off school supply lists and spending more time indoors through the chillier months, it might be easy to overlook the preventive care to help keep children safe from illnesses in the community and the upcoming annual flu season.
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Family’s Pursuit of Hope and Better Medical Care Leads Them to Seattle Children’s
One Seattle Children’s patient shares their personal experience traveling across the world for medical care, navigating language and education barriers, and finding strength in transition.
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The Next Generation of Researchers: SCRI Summer Scholars Program Provides Path to Science Careers
Working to inspire and develop the next generation of talent in research and medicine, Seattle Children’s has introduced innovative programs like the SCRI Summer Scholars Program (SSSP), offered by the Science Education team in partnership with Seattle Children’s Center for Diversity and Health Equity.
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More Than a Paycheck: Seattle Children’s Summer Scholars Program Provides Path to Science Careers
Seattle Children's Research Institute's Summer Scholars Program gives college students hands-on research experience alongside seasoned scientists, fostering career growth and promoting diversity in biomedical research.
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Seattle Children’s Experts Explain Why Kids and Teens Should Avoid Energy Drinks
Learn about the risks of energy drink consumption for children, including the dangers of caffeine and added sugars, and discover healthier hydration choices.
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Seattle Children’s Patients Get VIP Experiences at MLB All-Star Game
Two Seattle Children’s patients get once-in-a-lifetime experiences as a part of the festivities leading up to the MLB All-Star game thanks to MLB and MLB All-Star partners DQ and CMN.
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Spotlight on Invent@SC’s Future Biotech Leaders: Meet Seattle Children’s Dr. Edward Song
The Invent at Seattle Children’s Postdoctoral Scholars Program is a first-in-the nation postdoctoral training program that aspires to develop novel therapeutics at Seattle Children’s by training talented early career scientists who are historically underrepresented in biotech.
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Top 5 Things to Know about Malaria, According to a Seattle Children’s Infectious Disease Researcher
Eight cases of locally acquired malaria have been confirmed in Florida and Texas this summer, marking the first time in 20 years locally transmitted cases have been seen, and decades since malaria was officially eradicated in the United States.
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Summer Safety Reminders for Parents and Caregivers of Young Children
On the Pulse shares reminders to help keep young children safe from window falls and illness or death from being left in a hot car.
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Seattle Children’s Pediatrician Shares Camping Safety Tips
If camping is on the agenda, it’s important to be informed and prepared before heading off to any campgrounds, especially when camping with small children.
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Students from Yale University Serenade Seattle Children’s Patients and Families
Seattle Children’s patients, families and staff were surprised by a pop-up performance from students in Yale University’s a cappella group, Mixed Company.
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At just 19 years old, Faye, an avid swimmer and college freshman at Northeastern University, found her life plans on hold when she began experiencing fevers and flu-like symptoms. When her temperature reached 104 degrees, Faye called an Uber and headed to the nearest emergency department.
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Meet Seattle Children’s Chief Diversity Officer, Alicia Tieder
Seattle Children’s senior director and chief diversity officer has an unwavering passion that is inspiring and igniting transformation within the organization.
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Seattle Children’s Tips for Barbecue, Cookout and Picnic Safety
A little preparation and attention to safety can help ensure the gatherings leave your family content and well rather than sick or injured.
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In Seattle Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center (CBDC), patients are treated for some of the most complex and rare conditions seen in children, teens and young adults.
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An Awake Brain Surgery at Seattle Children’s Stops Jasmine’s Seizures
Jasmine's journey: from Alaska to Seattle Children's for a life-changing surgery to remove a brain tumor and stop her seizures. A story of hope and healing.
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DJ was born prematurely in Tacoma, Wash., at 31 weeks with a rare condition called esophageal atresia (EA), in which the esophagus does not form properly before birth, and tracheoesophageal fistula (TEF), an abnormal connection between the windpipe and esophagus.
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Just Ask: Are Your Guns Stored Safely?
Before children head off for playdates or childcare in another home, parents often ask common safety questions about the house their child will be visiting like “Who else will be home?” “Are there pets in the house?” Or, “Can I install the car seat in your car before I leave?”
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Seattle Children’s Shares Tips to Avoid Common Bike Helmet Mistakes
Parents and children who have bike helmets and wear them for every ride are off to a good start. But do the helmets fit correctly?
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Seattle Children’s Patients Help Create Out of this World Art Spacesuit
As part of a unique space-themed art project, Seattle Children’s patients are designing an art spacesuit that may one day have the opportunity to fly to space.
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Pride Month and Beyond: Finding Hope and Caring for All Kids
As Pride Month begins, legislation targeting LGBTQ+ rights emerges. Learn about the impact on gender-affirming care and Seattle Children’s Gender Clinic.
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Highlights from across Seattle Children's Research Institute: equity initiatives improve infection rates; cell and gene therapy progress; malaria.
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Discover how high school student Rocky Srinivasan's research on amino acids led to a nonprofit supporting orthopedic research and a book on scientific advancements.
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Seattle Children’s Lead DIPG Researcher Attends Brain Cancers Forum at The White House
The White House recently convened patients, caregivers, oncologists, researchers and administration officials for the Cancer Moonshot Brain Cancers Forum to advance progress for patients with glioblastoma (GBM) and diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG).
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The 2023 Washington State Legislative Session adjourned in late April, after both the House and Senate unanimously passed HB 1580, and on May 11, Governor Jay Inslee signed the bill into law, putting hope on the horizon for some of the highest-risk children and families we serve.
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Protect Kids and Teens from Cold Water Shock Drowning
If your activities take you on or near the water, use extra caution this time of year as water temperatures are very cold even when air temperatures are warm.
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Childhood Tics: Will My Child Outgrow Them?
Gain understanding and support for childhood tics with Dr. Dararat Mingbunjerdsuk. Find reassurance, diagnosis guidance, and essential resources.
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Just How Bad Is Social Media for Youth Mental Health?
Dr. Yolanda Evans shares social media's impact on youth mental health, guiding parents to protect children and offering resources.
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Seasonal Allergies or Something More? Seattle Children’s Helps Parents Distinguish the Difference
Stuffy nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes are a few indications that a child may be suffering from allergies. These symptoms are most often triggered during the spring and summer months but it can sometimes be tough to differentiate the cause among other illnesses that tend to spread this time of year.
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A Cool Approach: Why Seattle Children’s NICU Puts Babies ‘On Ice’
For newborn babies recovering from a difficult birth resulting in a brain injury, Seattle Children’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team employs a surprising therapy — they lay some babies “on ice.”
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Seattle Children’s launches BrainChild-04, a groundbreaking phase 1 clinical trial targeting four antigens with CAR T-cell therapy directly to the brain for children with rare and recurrent brain tumors.
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Seattle Children’s Therapeutics Marks Milestone Moment in Fight Against Childhood Cancer
Seattle Children’s, an international leader in the effort to better treat cancer in children, teens and young adults by boosting the immune system with immunotherapy, has reached a new milestone by enrolling its 500th patient in its chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell immunotherapy clinical trials in 10 years.
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Craniofacial Experts from Seattle Children’s Make Global Impact for Kids with Cleft Lip and Palate
Every year, Seattle Children’s Craniofacial Center treats hundreds of children with craniofacial conditions and rare syndromes. Cleft lip and cleft palate are among the most common kinds of birth defects in the United States, and affects more than 1 in 1000 newborns around the world.
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Craniofacial Experts from Seattle Children’s Make Global Impact for Kids with Cleft Lip and Palate
Seattle Children’s Craniofacial Center experts are looked at locally, regionally and internationally to provide their unique expertise and support in cleft lip and palate care.
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Anxiety and Depression: The Most Common Questions Asked by Parents
Discover the key differences between anxiety and depression in children, common symptoms, treatment options, and when to seek help in this comprehensive guide from Seattle Children’s.
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Read how Jiana's family navigated a rare neurological condition, hemimegaloencephaly, and opted for life-changing surgery at Seattle Children’s.
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Seattle Children’s Therapeutic Gaming Program brings the power of video games, virtual reality and other therapeutic technology to enhance patient experiences and improve outcomes.
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Medicine Safety Reminders All Parents Should Know
Medicines can do a lot of good, but they can cause harm if they get in the wrong hands or are used the wrong way. This is true for both prescription and over-the-counter medicines.
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It’s a Messy Topic, but Let’s Talk About Poop
It’s a messy topic often discussed behind closed doors, but today, we’re breaking down what you need to know about poop – from its color, consistency and frequency, to what to do when a child is backed up.
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In July 2021, Kaelyn, a seemingly healthy, happy 10-month-old, woke up one morning with a puffy face. Her parents, Christine and Jerome, assumed she was having an allergic reaction. They took her to the nearest hospital in their hometown of Honolulu, Hawaii, where she underwent various tests to determine the cause.
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Tri-Cities Clinic Providers Bring Multidisciplinary and Equitable Care Closer to Home
For families caring for children with nervous system disorders, compassionate, state-of-the-art care is sometimes out of reach. When Dr. Alicia Henriquez joined the organization two years ago, she hoped to be part of a team that would change that.
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‘You Are a Miracle’: One Patient’s Journey with an Eating Disorder
Emme shares her personal experience at Seattle Children’s – from diagnosis to ongoing recovery, and the lessons learned along the way.
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When patients and families with sickle cell disease (SCD) call Seattle Children’s to schedule appointments, they are greeted by the friendly voice of Enjoli Harris, who is a skilled member of the SCD patient scheduling team and a “sickle cell mom.”
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The 5 Most Common ADHD Questions Asked by Parents
Dr. Erin Gonzalez answers some of those most commonly asked questions by parents and caregivers of adolescents diagnosed with ADHD.
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How to Maintain Structured Routines for School-Aged Kids During Scheduled Breaks
For many kids in the region, mid-winter break is here, and spring break is only a few months away. Though well-intentioned, interrupted routines can sometimes impact behaviors or cause stress in both children and adults alike.
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Tips for Raising Heart-healthy Kids and Teens
Seattle Children’s providers share their tips for helping kids and teens build strong, healthy hearts.
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Five Ways to Get Kids Outdoors in Cold Weather
With a lack of summer sunshine, the ongoing days of winter and frigid temperatures can leave families and children feeling stuck indoors. However, it’s important to get outside, no matter the weather.
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Hudson Celebrates ‘Miraculous Recovery’ After Receiving Heart Transplant at Seattle Children’s
Like many 10-year-olds, Hudson Lewis loves to play video games, listen to music, swim and hang out with friends and family. But unlike most kids his age, Hudson’s childhood has been filled with challenges no child should have to experience.
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All in a Day’s Work: A Look Inside Seattle Children’s Urgent Care
Throughout this season’s viral surge, Seattle Children’s Urgent Care team has been hard at work caring for a high volume of patients throughout its four locations in Bellevue, Everett, Federal Way and Seattle.
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Virtual Urgent Care at Seattle Children’s
Beginning Jan. 18, 2023, Seattle Children’s is offering telemedicine for urgent care services for the first time.
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Say Yes to Positive Reinforcement
Today is a great time for parents to renew their commitment to using positive reinforcement with their children.
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Loui Legend Heath Herriott was born with Treacher Collins syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects the development of bones and tissues in the face, and occurs in about 1 in 50,000 newborns worldwide.
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Feeling Blue? What Parents Should Know About Seasonal Sadness in Kids and Teens
Winter can be a blue time of year for people of all ages, particularly as the days get shorter, darker and colder. These ‘winter blues’ can include feeling seasonally sad, irritable or fatigued, and can sometimes cause a decline in mood and motivation.
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Steps Parents Can Take to Keep Kids Protected in Poor Air Quality Conditions
Breathing in wildfire smoke is unhealthy for everyone, however children are at extra risk for negative health effects.
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Katie and Nic Harmston were distraught as they drove to Kaiser for an ultrasound in July 2021. Katie was six and a half weeks pregnant but was experiencing symptoms of a miscarriage. They both feared the worst.
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Parents and caregivers often have questions about what to do if their child gets bit or stung, and when to watch for signs of infection. On the Pulse compiled some resources below to help families stay safe and healthy.
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Improving Urologic Outcomes for Newborns and Young Children with Spina Bifida
Researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have teamed up with clinicians at Seattle Children’s to identify and evaluate the best urologic management for newborns and young children with spina bifida in a nationwide study called Urologic Management to Preserve Initial REnal function (UMPIRE).
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How to Discuss Your Child’s Health Condition at School
Dr. Ashley Moss, a pediatric psychologist at Seattle Children’s, shares some key advice on how parents and caregivers can talk about their child’s health conditions at school.
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How to Start a Conversation About Suicide with Children and Teens, According to Experts
Learn ways that parents and caretakers can support children and teens, and enable families to engage in meaningful and supportive discussions about suicide together.
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Innovative Epilepsy Procedure Offers New Avenue of Treatment to Reduce Seizures
A cutting-edge procedure for epilepsy at Seattle Children’s, known as responsive neurostimulation (RNS), is offering hope and seizure reduction relief to some patients who are still looking for solutions after exploring other treatment options.
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What Parents Should Know About Mpox
With cases of the mpox virus (MPV) being reported across the country, many parents have questions about how to keep their kids as safe as possible.
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Neonatal Telehealth Takes Geography out of the Equation to Save Lives
Experience the miraculous journey of baby Maleila, whose life was saved by cutting-edge telehealth technology. Join her mother, Kelsey, as she recounts the harrowing moments and the incredible strength of her daughter.
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Seattle Children’s Sickle Cell Disease Program Expands and Seeks to Diversify Care for Patients
To help improve the Sickle Cell Disease Program, leaders from Seattle Children’s came together to discuss a vision of having integrated care done at the hospital campus.
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Partnering with Biotechs to Save Lives
Seattle Children’s spin-out, GentiBio, partners with Bristol Myers Squibb in a multi-year collaboration, marking another milestone in the institute's efforts to develop life-changing therapies for children.
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A Family Finds Answers in Seattle Children’s CRMO Program
From an early age, Seth Maharry has been an active kid. He started playing soccer at age 4, joined Little League at 5 and by the time he was 9, Seth earned a spot on a club team in Gig Harbor, Washington where he played soccer year-round.
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PedAL Initiative ‘Dares’ to Transform Treatment and Care for Kids with Blood Cancer
Seattle Children’s leads the PedAL Master Trial, a groundbreaking global initiative focused on transforming treatment for pediatric acute leukemia, offering new hope with tailored therapies beyond standard chemotherapy.
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Summer Heat Wave: Four Things Parents Should Always Keep in Mind
Dr. Tony Woodward, medical director of emergency medicine at Seattle Children’s, provides the following advice for parents and caregivers about how to beat the heat as well as keep their kids safe this summer.
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No Stone Unturned: Seattle Children’s High-Risk Leukemia Experts Specialize in the Toughest Cases
Two years ago, Meagan stood in a hospital room at Seattle Children’s cradling her 1-year-old daughter, Harper, against her chest. Her fiancé, Josh, huddled close to them and kissed the thinning hair on top of their baby’s head.
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5 Ways Parents and Caretakers Can Keep Children and Teens Safe in the Water
Dr. Linda Quan shares her five most valuable pieces of water safety advice for parents and caretakers.
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Pediatric Infectious Disease Doctors Answer Parent’s Most Common Questions about Vaccines Under 5
Experts assure vaccine safety and effectiveness, emphasizing their importance in protecting young ones from viruses.
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COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available for Kids Under 5
Seattle Children’s became one of the first locations in the country to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to children ages 6 months to 4 years old.
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‘I Can’t Wait to Swim!’: How a Kidney Transplant Changed the Possibilities for 4-Year-Old Stella
With energy that is contagious and a smile that lights up a room, her mom Kyley Barthlow says Stella has grown into a high-spirited and chatty child – but was born a real fighter.
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“I’ll Have Scars, Too”: A Father-Son Bond More Than Skin Deep
Ryder's life was saved by a 12-hour surgery at Seattle Children’s. His father, Thomas, got a tattoo in solidarity with Ryder, matching the scar from his medical journey.
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Seattle Children’s Research Institute Creating ‘On-ramp to Biotech’ for Early Career Scientists
Seattle Children’s Research Institute today announced the Invent at Seattle Children’s Postdoctoral Scholars Program, a $45 million investment in training early career scientists historically underrepresented in biotech in the development of therapeutics for childhood conditions.
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Seattle Children’s Partners with Community to Turn Heartbreak into Action
Learn how Seattle Children’s works diligently across Washington to protect youth from firearm tragedies and improve safe firearm storage practices.
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“Spine at Risk” Safety Program Receives Prestigious Award from POSNA
This grant encourages the creation and implementation of quality and patient safety programming, and applicants must go through a rigorous multiple-tiered review process for the reward.
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“We’re Not Just Transplanting Organs, We’re Transplanting Lives”
Having one child in need of a liver transplant can be tremendously challenging for a parent. Eugenia and Justino Hurtado have four.
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A New Neurosurgical Procedure is Bringing Promising Seizure Relief to Some Epilepsy Patients
Deep brain stimulation offers hope for children with epilepsy. Seattle Children’s leads in providing this life-changing treatment, reducing seizures by up to 50%.
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The Race to Save Sirish’s Brain
Sirish unexpectedly began developing seizures at age 11. Learn how teams at Seattle Children’s helped to protect his brain.
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The Most Comprehensive Fetal Care and Treatment Center in the Pacific Northwest
Seattle Children’s and University of Washington Medicine launched a new program in October 2021 to provide the next generation of fetal care for families around the Northwest and beyond.
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Adjustable Heart Stent Promises Lifelong Solution for Infants with Congenital Heart Disease
Every year in the United States, more than 40,000 children are born with CHD. Depending on the severity and type of defect, a child may require an intervention to survive within the first few weeks of life.
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Cutting-Edge Clinical Trials for Alagille Syndrome Help Families Find Relief from Rare Condition
When Amanda Thorlacius found out she was pregnant with a little girl, she was overjoyed. But she wondered if her daughter would inherit the same genetic condition that robbed her of a normal childhood.
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Seattle Children’s Athletic Trainers Help High School Athletes Thrive
In recognition of Seattle Children’s incredible athletic trainers, we’re highlighting the tremendous role they play in helping athletes thrive on and off the field.
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Seattle Children’s Welcomes Dr. Mignon Loh to Lead Cancer and Blood Disorders Care and Research
Last year, if you had told Dr. Mignon Loh that she would soon become the leader of cancer care and research at Seattle Children’s, no one would have been more surprised than her.
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Achieving Racial Equity in Transplants: Seattle Children’s Dr. Evelyn Hsu’s Mission
In this interview, Dr. Hsu talks about her extensive medical career, her vision for the future and what hope, care and cures mean to her. Read on to hear more about her incredible journey and her passion for helping children live the most fulfilling life possible.
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Seattle Children’s Welcomes Dr. Burt Yaszay as Chief of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Seattle Children’s is excited to welcome Dr. Burt Yaszay as the new chief of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine at Seattle Children’s. Yaszay comes to Seattle Children’s with a bright vision for the future as well as a deep respect for the roots in which Seattle Children’s was founded.
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One Family, Two Children and a 16-Year Quest for Answers
After taking their children to countless specialistsfor over 15 years, family finally gets answers and a path forward thanks to Seattle Children's Biochemical Genetics team.
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An Artist in Equity: Michael Willen Winner of 2021 Odessa Brown Ken Feldman Award
When Michael Willen, art therapist, was growing up in Boulder, Colorado during the 1990s, he heard lots of talk about accepting those who were different from you. Reality, however, often didn’t align with the talk.
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State to Use Dr. Sihoun Hahn’s Newborn Screening Test for Wilson Disease
Dr. Sihoun Hahn has pioneered a novel test to detect Wilson disease as part of newborn screening and to confirm cases that are hard to diagnose.
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Seattle Children’s Looks to Become “Center of Excellence” In Gene and Cell Therapy
Recent breakthroughs in cell and gene therapy research within Seattle Children’s Research Division has contributed to the creation of new technologies, new companies and – researchers hope – will lead to a range of new treatments and cures for pediatric diseases down the line.
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Brain tumors are the leading cause of disease-related death in children, and medulloblastoma is the most common malignant embryonal brain tumor. About 400 children are diagnosed each year with medulloblastoma in the U.S.
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Amidst Ellia’s Cancer Treatment, the Yees Found a Way to Help Others
Ellia's inspiring battle against pediatric leukemia at Seattle Children’s inspires her family's fundraising efforts to support research, resulting in a transformative impact of on high-risk leukemia treatments.
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Seattle Children’s Uses 3D Printing to Plan Complex Surgeries, Creates Custom Care Model
Today, with the help of a new multi-material 3D printer, Seattle Children’s surgeons and care teams are able to map out complex surgeries and practice intricate surgical techniques before ever entering the operating room. This custom care approach helps provide better, safer treatments.