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Condition
Urinary Tract Infections
A urinary tract infection, or "UTI," is an infection in the urinary system, which can occur in the kidneys, ureters, bladder or urethra.
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Specialty
Urology
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/UrologyPediatric urologists treat conditions of the bladder, urinary tract, kidney and genitalia for boys and girls from birth to early adulthood.
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Condition
Urinary Tract Issues
Here at Shriners Children's, we treat urinary tract issues associated with a neurologic condition such as spina bifida or cerebral palsy. This includes bladder storage and emptying, which can lead to an increase in urinary tract infections.
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News
November is Bladder Health Month
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2020/11/November-is-Bladder-Health-MonthUrinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common infections in pediatrics. It accounts for approximately 1.5 million outpatient visits in the United States every year. It occurs in 11% of girls and 4% of boys.
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Specialty
Pediatric Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Pediatric-SurgeryShriners Children's world-renowned pediatric surgery program gives us the ability to help children who have a variety of conditions, including those they were born with, as well as those that develop over time or are the result of an injury.
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Service
Urology Services
Shriners Children’s provides specialized care for urinary disorders of the male and female urinary tracts, as well as conditions of the male genital tract.
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Hospital
Pediatric Specialty Care in Chicago
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Locations/ChicagoPediatric specialty care for children throughout Illinois and beyond
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Service
Child Life Services
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Child-Life-ServicesChild life professionals at Shriners Children’s take pride in focusing on the "above and beyond" aspects of medical care for our patients. From procedure support to camps, they are ready to advocate for your family.
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Specialty
Wound Care and Skin Disorders
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Wound-Care-and-Skin-DisordersShriners Children's provides specialized wound care with a team of specialists, and treatment including plastic surgery, cosmetic makeup and lasers for skin disorders.
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Podcast
Spine Serial Casting and Halo Traction
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2022/09/Spine-Serial-Casting-and-Halo-TractionPodcast with Dr. Szczodry explains serial casting and halo traction for scoliosis and spinal deformities. suggest teaser image merlin 9248