Frequently asked questions with Dr. David Hunter What is strabismus and why does it occur in adults? Strabismus occurs when eyes don't line up with each other. Usually, one eye seems to be wandering. You may have heard this referred to as "crossed eyes" …

What to expect from the Jay S. Fishman ALS Augmentative Communication Program Our team hopes to meet people as early as possible after diagnosis but remains eager to support people with ALS at any time during their journey. As appropriate, Speech-Language …

Using command macros The professional versions of Dragon NaturallySpeaking offer the ability to create command macros. While a text macro will simply insert text, a command macro can enter text, execute keystrokes, record mouse movement, and string to …

An open food challenge is a test that can be used to find out if your child is allergic to a certain food . How should I get my child ready for the open food challenge? One week before the challenge: Stop giving your child antihistamines, which can …

Principal Investigator Read more about Monica Wojcik, MD, MPH Medical Director, Manton Center Gene Discovery Core; Newborn Medicine Medical Director​, Fetal Care and Surgery Center; Attending Physician, Divisions of Newborn Medicine and Genetics and …

Urgent Allergy/Immunology referrals Thank you for entrusting Boston Children’s Hospital to partner with you on your patient’s care. If you are a healthcare provider, we ask that you fill out the form (available below) and fax it to 617-730-4813. In an …

Meet Jack | Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) …

The Sports Medicine Research Laboratory , led by principal investigator Dr. Martha M. Murray , focuses on sports medicine injuries, including those of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), knee meniscus, and articular cartilage . Researchers and their …

Drs. Martha Murray and Lyle Micheli look at imaging of a patient's knee. Specialists in ACL care and recovery at Boston Children’s Hospital are leading the way in all aspects of ACL research: from less invasive surgical techniques that reduce the risk of …

Birds chirping in the trees. Fireworks exploding in the sky. A grandparent singing “Happy Birthday.” The sounds around us shape our view of the world and the people in it. An undiagnosed hearing deficit can limit a child’s perception of their home, …