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Spina bifida causes, symptoms and treatment

<p>Spina bifida is a birth defect in which an area of the spinal column doesn’t form properly, leaving a section of the spinal cord and spinal nerves exposed.</p>

Paying Forward the Gift of Mentorship

Oct 4, 2021

An exceptional mentorship experience at CHOP 30 years ago inspires philanthropic support that will attract and retain the best and brightest physician-scientists dedicated to training the next generation of leaders.

Recruiting a Diverse Workforce

Sep 7, 2021

Three physicians from CHOP are actively researching ways to draw more diverse physician applicants to CHOP to better serve patients.

Parental Perspectives on Diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy

Sep 2, 2021

Parents’ perspectives on the diagnosis of cerebral palsy can range from frustration over a delayed diagnosis, especially if they previously had expressed concerns to their provider, to relief to finally receive the diagnosis of a special need and get confirmation that they “are not crazy.” This case study illustrates how to approach these difficult conversations with humility and sensitivity.

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