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HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Compliance/HIPAA-Notice-of-Privacy-PracticesThis notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information.
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Podcast
The Opioid Epidemic and the Pediatric Population
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2019/04/The-Opioid-Epidemic-and-the-Pediatric-PopulationPodcast with Dr. Ellen Raney explaining how the ongoing opioid epidemic affects the pediatric population, as well as different approaches for pain management that physicians are using when dealing with children in pain.
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Patient Story
Hip Dysplasia Can't Stop Gwenyth's Snuggles
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2020/07/Hip-dysplasia-cant-stop-Gwenyths-snugglesWhen an ultrasound revealed Lauren’s 3-month-old daughter, Gwenyth, had bilateral hip dysplasia and would need to begin 24-hour bracing treatment right away, Lauren sobbed.
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Treatment
Revision Surgeries
Severe burns may require surgeries to improve mobility, functionality and reduce the appearance of scars. At Shriners Children’s this is part of a comprehensive care plan developed for your child.
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News
POPS Staffer Loves Blending Art, Science to Help Patients
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2021/02/POPS-staffer-loves-blending-art-science-to-help-patientsIn his role, Robert evaluates patients for orthotic devices, which are used for individuals who have their limb but need support, and prosthetic devices, which are for those who are missing a limb and need the device to carry out activities of daily living.
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News
September is National Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2020/08/September-is-National-Muscular-Dystrophy-Awareness-MonthSeptember is National Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month, an annual observance that raises awareness for more than 250,000 families across the nation who are living with the neuromuscular disease.
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News
JoAnne Kanas Elected President of the AAOP
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2022/07/Joanne-Kanas-AAOPCorporate director of orthotics and prosthetics, JoAnne Kanas, has been elected to lead American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists.
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News
A Day in the Life: Shriners Children's Child Life Specialists
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/03/Child-Life-SpecialistsChild life specialists teach distraction and coping techniques, but, perhaps more importantly, they are certified and trained to evaluate a patient's developmental and psychosocial needs.
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News
Washington Regional Medical Center Teams Up with Shriners Children’s
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/10/Washington-Regional-Medical-CenterWashington Regional Medical Center announces an exciting new partnership with Shriners Children’s, bringing award-winning pediatric orthopedic care to local North Carolina families through a new telehealth clinic.
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News
How to Find the Right Provider for Your Child’s Diagnosis: Make an Informed Decision
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/10/How-to-Find-the-Right-Provider-Make-an-Informed-DecisionAsking the right questions and considering your family's needs will help you choose the right specialty provider for your child.