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Pediatric Fellowship Programs
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Locations/Philadelphia/FellowshipsShriners Children’s Philadelphia offers subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric upper extremity surgery and complex spine.
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Our Vice President of Research
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Providers-and-Research/Research-at-Shriners-Childrens/VP-of-ResearchLearn more about Shriners Children's VP of Research, Dr. Marc Lalande
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Spasticity
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/SpasticitySpasticity is abnormal muscle stiffness, making it difficult for a child to perform coordinated movements. Doctors and therapists at Shriners Children’s provide prompt, family-centered care tailored to your child’s needs.
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Marfan Syndrome
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Marfan-SyndromeMarfan syndrome is a rare inherited disorder that affects connective tissue. At Shriners Children's, your child will receive comprehensive care for this condition.
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Congenital Neuromuscular Disorders
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Congenital-Neuromuscular-DisordersShriners Children's is a renowned leader in providing specialized pediatric medical care, utilizing the latest clinical and scientific research in our comprehensive approach to treatment for children with muscular and neuromuscular disorders.
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Friedreich's Ataxia
Friedreich’s ataxia is a hereditary disease caused by a defective gene called Frataxin, which causes progressive damage to the nervous system.
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Metabolic Bone Disease
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Metabolic-Bone-DiseaseMetabolic bone diseases are generally caused by mineral or Vitamin D, bone mass or bone structure imbalances, and affect bone strength. Shriners Children’s provides treatment for more than 100 common to rare bone diseases.
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Familial Polyposis
Shriners Children’s treats children with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), a rare hereditary condition in which extra precancerous tissue develops in a child’s colon and rectum.
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Larsen Syndrome
Larsen syndrome is a rare condition that mostly affects the development of bones. Symptoms vary but commonly include multiple joint dislocations, unusual face structure and a variety of cardiovascular abnormalities.
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Spinal Cord Injury
https://shriners-production-cd.azurewebsites.net/en/Pediatric-Care/Spinal-Cord-InjurySpinal cord injury occurs when nerves in the spinal column in the center of the back are damaged. Shriners Children’s offers advanced surgery options and therapy options to help restore your child’s function and mobility.