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… adage “children are not little adults” holds true in dermatology. That’s one reason Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital is affiliating with Shane Swink, DO, and Advanced Dermatology Associates. Dr. Swink returns to the area after his pediatric dermatology fellowship at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Prior to his fellowship, Dr. Swink completed his internship and a three-year residency at … birthmarks, hemangiomas or other skin manifestations. … With operating room privileges at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, Dr. Swink has the environment and tools he needs to identify and treat these conditions. “Pediatric dermatologists …

… The Children’s ER at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital is seeing increasing numbers of children for overdoses of THC (which stands for tetrahydrocannabinol, the … candy or a cookie may seem harmless,” says J. Nathan Hagstrom, MD , Chair of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, “but a child consuming just one of these items containing THC can be serious.” … Emergency rooms across the country … and if it was a purchased item, check the package to see how much THC it contains. Then call the poison control hotline at 1-800-222-1222. … The best bet is not to have them in your home at all. Absent that, store them in a safe place (the way you …

… Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital is home to a team of top-flight pediatric general surgeons performing the latest minimally invasive procedures, from … orthopedics, urology and plastic surgery as well as pediatric neurosurgery. Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital boasts the region’s largest group of surgeons from all these disciplines combined. “We are the only children’s hospital in eastern Pennsylvania that participates in NSQIP (the American College of Surgeons’ National Surgical Quality …

… Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is stepping up children’s dental care with a mobile van – fondly called … of LVHN’s commitment to all the people in our service area,” says Anne Baum , President of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital . “It’s one more way we are extending the high-quality care for which LVHN is known, to everyone, our entire … new van, Miles 2.0, is a second-generation effort made possible through a $500,000 grant from Capital Blue Cross. Miles 1.0 had to be discontinued at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. One dentist and a hygienist will work in two fully …

… 1210 S Cedar Crest Blvd. … Suite 1000 … The pediatric hematology-oncology program at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital is a proud part of the Children’s Oncology Group (COG), the largest international consortium of pediatric cancer … experts in childhood cancer across North America, Australia, New Zealand and Europe, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital offers clinical trials and cancer care using world-class research and protocols. “We have a fair amount of open … trial coming next year,” says Jacob Troutman, DO, a pediatric hematologist oncologist with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital. “Our membership with COG allows us to gather information and learn by treating as many children as we can in …

… syncytial virus , poses a significant health threat to children, particularly for children who are under the age of 1 or who have chronic lung disease, congenital heart disease or a weakened immune system. … RSV is also the No. 1 cause of hospitalizations for children under the age of 1. While nearly every child will get RSV at least once by the time … activity (specifically in infants) Sneezing Sore throat “While RSV is more likely to cause a minor illness than a hospital stay, we don’t know how a child is going to be affected by RSV until they get RSV. That’s what makes RSV so scary …

… and now their children,” notes Michelle Turnitza, RN, a local school nurse who also works per diem at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Schuylkill and volunteers at the hospital’s vaccine clinics. “It is encouraging that we have seen a growing number of school-age children attending our … where children can select from assorted LVHN goodies such as bright-colored bendies, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital Lego squeezy toys, crayons and coloring sheets and assorted stickers.  LVHN offered the special COVID-19 vaccination …

… That’s what makes the unhealthy choice the easy choice for kids when it shouldn’t be. Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital is proud to support the Kellyn Foundation on its mission to make the healthy choice the easy choice for kids by … both now and for years to come,” says J. Nathan Hagstrom, MD , Physician-in-Chief of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital. “We are grateful Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital can support its partner Kellyn, as we work together to achieve our shared mission of caring for the children in our …

… visits and physical exams. Our pediatricians have access to the vast resources of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital , from leading-edge technology and treatments to the support of clinicians in a wide range of pediatric specialties. …

… up-to-date with his or her vaccinations. To help make getting those shots easier, VHP–Children’s Clinic at Lehigh Valley Hospital is organizing immunization clinics for children ages 4-18 on two upcoming dates. Appointments are required – see … Children ages 4-18 can receive immunizations. Does my child need to be a patient of VHP–Children’s Clinic at Lehigh Valley Hospital to receive care at an immunization clinic on Oct. 20 or Oct. 22, 2020? Yes, your child needs to be a patient of VHP–Children’s Clinic at Lehigh Valley Hospital to receive care at one of the immunization clinics. However, see FAQ #7 for additional information about children …

… As they say, raising a child takes a village. That’s why Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital launched a brand-new podcast, Because They’re Kids. Built for kids (and their parents), this new podcast features … Lancellotti, MD , a pediatrician with LVPG Pediatrics, and Thespina Godshalk, director of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital’s School-Based Behavioral Health program. How can you support your child’s mental health and wellness? Are there … … Because every parent deserves a partner through parenthood, host Anne Baum, president of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, talks with pediatric experts on all the latest topics in children’s health. … Because They’re Kids is available on …

… common and sometimes challenging to treat. To provide comprehensive care for these cases, Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital recently launched a Pediatric Gastroenterology Motility Program. It offers an array of diagnostic and therapeutic … Pediatric Gastroenterology. Dr. Paul had been a general pediatric gastroenterologist with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital for several years when he decided that he wanted to focus specifically on motility disorders. That led him to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, where he completed advanced fellowship training in neurogastroenterology and motility. Now, Dr. Paul …

… on WFMZ-TV , Saturday, Feb. 17, at 6:30 p.m.  Four Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) and Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital colleagues are featured in the program: Elizabeth Mutter, DO , Chief, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; … the production of “Give Me Shelter: Teens in Crisis.” The Perruccis, longtime friends of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, established the Michael & Christine Perrucci Center for Children’s Health and Wellbeing in 2022. The center focuses …

… to provide a well-rounded meal, so summertime means skipping meals and empty stomachs. Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital is fighting summer hunger by providing free lunches to kids through the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), a … food insecurity in our community.” … Any child in Allentown age 18 or younger is eligible to participate in the Children’s Hospital’s free summer lunch program. No registration is required, and no personal information is collected. “Because almost … no registration or identification is required.” … When – Children can receive lunches Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. until Thursday, Aug. 24. Where – The program takes place inside the Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–17th Street School of …

… Lehigh Valley Health Network’s (LVHN) President and Chief Executive Officer cited the expansion of one new hospital, the opening of two others, the construction of yet another and the establishment of two new Institutes as the tip … compassionate care as he addressed the organization’s Community Annual Meeting on Dec. 7. Speaking at Lehigh Valley Hospital (LVH)–Cedar Crest , Brian A. Nester, DO, MBA , also presented the care experiences of several patients through … said the hospital’s Children’s ER demonstrates another example of meeting community need as it has grown from caring for 1,600 children a month in 2016 to a record 3,200 children in October 2022. “If you’re a parent, you appreciate the peace of …

… in May 2021, and its original EUA in December 2020 included children age 16-18. “We at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital strongly encourage COVID-19 vaccination for children 5 years of age and older,” says J. Nathan Hagstrom, MD , Chief of Pediatrics at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital. “The FDA has reviewed data for this age group and found the vaccine to be not only effective, but safe as well.” … LVPG Pediatrics–Trexlertown LVPG Pediatrics–Richland Township Possible side effects The pediatricians at our Children’s Hospital offer the following guidance for parents: Common side effects of the vaccine are pain, redness and swelling in the …

… It takes a true team to treat the clinical complexities present in the tiniest patients at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital. Two of them, twins Eva and Opal Bauer, were born in March 2021 with Pierre Robin sequence , a congenital condition … says Wendy Kowalski, MD, Medical Director of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital. “The safest thing is to be in a hospital where clinicians are trained to care for and manage these patients.”  The Level IV NICU at Lehigh Valley Reilly …

… with Teresa Romano, MD , a pediatric emergency medicine physician with  Breidegam Family Children’s ER at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest , part of  Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital , to discuss all things home safety. What dangers can be found in and around your home? Are there rooms or areas in … … Because every parent deserves a partner through parenthood, host Anne Baum, president of Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital, talks with pediatric experts on all the latest topics in children’s health. … Because They’re Kids is available on …