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Outpatient Clinic
Pediatric Specialty Care in Erie
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/EriePediatric specialty care for children throughout Pennsylvania and beyond
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Outpatient Clinic
Pediatric Specialty Care in the Twin Cities
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/Twin-CitiesPediatric specialty care for children throughout Minnesota and beyond
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Patient Story
With Great Bracing Comes Great Responsibility
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/08/With-great-bracing-comes-great-responsibilityLiam and Sarah, who is a professional photographer, have learned to embrace Liam’s scoliosis treatment by using his braces to create fantastical photos of Liam depicted as his favorite superheroes.
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Patient Story
Finding Freedom in Halo Traction
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/05/KennedyChicago girl seeks scoliosis and kyphosis care in St. Louis, undergoes halo traction and spine surgery.
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Podcast
Weve Got Your Back
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2019/04/Weve-Got-Your-BackPodcast with Dr. Michelle Welborn about the most common spinal deformities and scoliosis, the treatment options available, and the importance of early detection.
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Patient Story
From Donor to Dad
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/09/From-donor-to-dadThe recreational therapy/child life staff plays a vital role in helping make the hospital seem less scary to patients by promoting positive coping skills. They use what’s called “medical play” before surgery, complete with a special doll and real medical equipment, to help reduce fears of what is to...
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Patient Story
Patient Springs Back After Spine Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/07/Patient-springs-back-after-spine-surgeryAs an active gymnast, Madeline underwent a routine physical at practice one day and the examiner discovered a noticeable curve in her spine and an unevenness in her shoulders and hips. After learning of the curve, her family went to the Portland Shriners Hospital for scoliosis treatment.
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Treatment
MAGEC System - MAGnetic Expansion Control Spinal Bracing & Distraction System
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/MAGEC-SystemShriners Children’s pioneered the use of the MAGEC System for treating early onset scoliosis. This magnetic rod-lengthening treatment gently guides the growth of the spine, without repeated surgeries.
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Podcast
Spine Brace 101
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2022/12/Spine-Brace-For-A-ChildLearn what to expect when your child has a spine brace in podcast with Dr. John Ghazi, MD, and Bill Craggs.
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Podcast
Chloe's Story: Pediatric Spine Surgery at Shriners Children's
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2020/04/Chloe-and-Spinal-Fusion-SurgeryIn this patient story, Chloe Berkich and her mom, Carrie Berkich, discuss Chloe's spinal condition, why they came to Shriners Children's Chicago, the treatments Chloe received and how she's doing now.
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