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Complex Case Spotlight

Toddler with Alagille Syndrome Bounces Back After Split Liver Transplant

Aware of risks, including significant failure to thrive, highly experienced surgeons performed a successful operation.

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Complex Case Spotlight

‘Exceptionally Rare’ Neurogenetic Condition Responds to Carbamazepine

Whole exome sequencing confirmed the RHOBTB2-RD diagnosis, with the child exhibiting developmental delays and non-epileptic dystonia.

Cigdem I. Akman, MD

Expert Perspectives

Epilepsy Expert Strives to Improve Access to Surgical Care

Dr. Cigdem Akman, medical director of the Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Program, on optimizing treatment for kids—and winning their parents' trust.
T.K. Susheel Kumar, MD

Expert Perspectives

‘We Aren’t Afraid to Innovate’—How to Embrace Risk in Surgery

Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. T.K. Susheel Kumar on taking calculated risks to advance pediatric heart surgery.

Jinpu Li, MD.

Expert Perspectives

Bringing Full Attention to Pediatric Chronic Pain

Pain specialist Dr. Jinpu Li highlights how combining education, psychology, medicine, and rehab enhances pediatric pain management.
Mary Pat Gallagher, MD.

Expert Perspectives

Helping Families Achieve Excellent Glycemic Outcomes

Dr. Mary Pat Gallagher discusses best practices for pediatric diabetes care.
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Practice-Changing Medicine

Supporting Coordinated, Accessible Care for Cerebral Palsy

The Center for Children is one of the few programs to offer comprehensive care for children living with cerebral palsy.
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Complex Case Spotlight

‘Exceptionally Rare’ Neurogenetic Condition Responds to Carbamazepine

No Abnormalities Found on EEG

An EEG reading collected during an episode of stiffening of the extremities without electrographic correlate. Source: NYU Langone Health

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Genetic Testing Reveals RHOBTB2-RD

Exome report consistent with RHOBTB2-RD. Source: NYU Langone Health

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