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Leadership
Board of Directors
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Leadership/Board-of-DirectorsThe Board of Directors oversees the operation of the Shriners Children's healthcare system.
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Condition
Traumatic Wounds
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Traumatic-WoundsAnimal bites and friction burns, like road rash or treadmill burns, are examples of traumatic wounds we treat at Shriners Children's. When the skin is punctured by a bite or rubbed briskly on a rough surface, a traumatic wound can occur.
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News
Educating the Healthcare Professionals of Tomorrow in Cyprus
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2023/02/Educating-Healthcare-Professionals-in-CyprusIn an effort to care for more kids in more places, staff of Shriners Children’s shares its compassion and expertise across the world.
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Patient Story
Colton: Patient Ambassador
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/12/Colton-Patient-AmbassadorColton, from West Springfield, Massachusetts, became a patient at the Springfield Shriners Hospital in 2012 when he was 3 years old. He was born with a condition known as spina bifida, specifically L2-L3 myelodysplasia, a birth defect that occurs when the spine and spinal cord do not form properly.
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News
Seven Tips for Healthier Meals at Home During Coronavirus Outbreak
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2020/03/Seven-tips-for-healthier-meals-at-home-during-coronavirus-outbreakAdvice for families to make healthier meals at home during coronavirus, from Shriners Hospitals clinical dietitian.
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News
Christopher Vara, M.D., Named one of 'Minnesota Physician' 100 Most Influential Health Care Leaders
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2020/12/Christopher-Vara-MD-named-one-of-Minnesota-Physician-100-Most-Influential-Health-Care-LeadersWe are pleased to announce that Christopher S. Vara, M.D., one of our pediatric orthopaedic surgeons, has been recognized as one of Minnesota's 100 Most Influential Health Care Leaders. Congratulations, Dr. Vara. This honor is well deserved!
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News
Shriners Children’s Earns a Four-Star Rating From Charity Navigator
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2023/11/Charity-Navigator-Four-Star-RatingShriners Children’s has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator, designating the healthcare system as an official “Give with Confidence” charity.
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Specialty
Spine & Spinal Cord
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Spine-and-Spinal-CordAt Shriners Children's, every family can expect our pediatric spine and spinal cord surgeons to provide compassion, respect and a treatment plan that utilizes the most current clinical and scientific research.
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Service
Care Management
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Care-ManagementThe care management team at Shriners Children's consists of registered nurses and social workers who act as resources for families throughout their plan of care.
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Service
Social Services
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Social-ServicesAt Shriners Children’s, our specialists in social services are with you every step of the way, helping you deal with challenges and providing the resources you need to feel encouraged and empowered.