Pediatric Allergy and Immunology

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Pediatric Allergy and Immunology

Expert Care for a Host of Allergic and Immunological Conditions

Innovative Treatments for Childhood Allergies and Asthma

Allergies and immunological conditions can be challenging to live with, particularly for children. Our experts are dedicated to helping you and your family find relief. In addition to treating disorders such as asthma, sinusitis and food allergies, our team conducts critical research in the development of new, life-changing techniques and treatments to aid those who suffer from these diagnoses.  

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Expert Care for a Host of Allergic and Immunological Conditions

Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat Care

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Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat Care

Specialized care for children’s ear, nose and throat health

Helping You and Your Child Breathe Easier

When pressure, discomfort and congestion get in the way of life’s precious moments, we’re here to help. Our team of experts understands that children have unique needs when it comes to ear, nose and throat care. We are committed to meeting those needs with compassionate and comprehensive techniques. From ear infections to nasal and airway concerns, we prioritize the comfort and health of your little ones, ensuring they can breathe, hear and live confidently.  

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Pediatric Neurology

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Pediatric Neurology

Expert neurologic care for infants, children and teen

Pediatric Neurology Care for Children and Families

LifeBridge Health’s Division of Pediatric Neurology cares for infants, children and teens with conditions that affect the brain, nerves and nervous system.  

 

We treat both common and complex neurologic conditions and welcome families at any stage. Whether you have early concerns, new symptoms or a confirmed diagnosis, our pediatric neurologists, neuropsychologists and trained nurses and therapists work together to guide care.  

 

For patients in Baltimore and nearby Maryland communities, care is provided at Sinai Hospital and our outpatient clinic.

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Conditions We Treat

Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

Epilepsy causes repeated seizures or sudden changes in brain activity. We provide specialized care for infants, children and teens with seizure disorders, helping families understand seizure patterns, possible causes and treatment options. 

 

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Headaches and Migraines

Headaches and migraines cause head pain that can range from mild to severe. We evaluate and treat children and teens with both conditions, focusing on reducing frequency and severity and helping them return to normal activities.

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Developmental Delays

Developmental delays occur when a child reaches motor, speech or learning milestones later than expected. We assess children for possible neurologic causes and connect families with therapy, school-based resources and support services. 

Neuromuscular Conditions

Neuromuscular conditions affect the nerves or muscles and can cause weakness, stiffness or trouble with movement. We provide evaluation, follow-up care and coordination with therapy and specialty services.

Movement Disorders

Movement disorders cause abnormal movements such as tremors, tics or coordination problems. We evaluate these symptoms to find the cause and decide if treatment or monitoring is needed.

Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy affects movement, muscle tone and posture and is caused by changes in the developing brain. We provide ongoing neurologic care focused on comfort, function and quality of life as children grow. 

Bell’s Palsy

Bell’s palsy causes sudden weakness or drooping on one side of the face. Our team confirms the diagnosis, explains what to expect and guides families through recovery and follow-up care.

Genetic and Metabolic Neurologic Conditions

Some neurologic conditions are caused by changes in genes or how the body uses energy. We evaluate children when a genetic or metabolic cause is suspected and help families understand care options.

Services We Offer

Every child’s neurologic needs are different. Across LifeBridge Health, our pediatric neurology teams take a careful approach to evaluation and treatment, partnering with families to determine next steps. 

 

 

Evaluation and Diagnosis

Care begins with a medical history and neurologic exam. This helps us understand how symptoms affect learning, development and daily life. When more information is needed, testing may include: 

 

  • EEG testing to assess brain activity and seizures, including routine outpatient EEGs, overnight monitoring in the hospital's epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU), and home EEG services
  • Neuroimaging, such as MRI or CT scans 
  • Genetic testing, including Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) or Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS), when a genetic or metabolic condition is suspected 

 

Whenever possible, we offer testing options designed to be quicker and more comfortable for children. 

 

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Ceribell EEG

When rapid answers are critical, Ceribell allows our team to quickly evaluate for seizures at the bedside in Sinai Hospital’s emergency department, pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) and pediatric floor.

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Zeto EEG

For scheduled outpatient visits, Zeto EEG provides a comfortable, child-friendly testing experience in our clinic. With advance planning, many studies can be completed the same day as your visit.

Treatment and Ongoing Care

Treatment plans are tailored to each child and may include medication, lifestyle guidance, safety planning and support at school or in therapy.

 

For ongoing or complex neurologic conditions, we provide long-term monitoring and adjust care as children grow. When more support is needed, we work with other specialists and community resources.

 

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Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Medicine

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Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Medicine

Family-centered services in the pediatric intensive care unit

Where Compassion Meets Critical Care

The Herman & Walter Samuelson Children’s Hospital at Sinai specializes in diagnosing and treating children with critical illnesses and injuries. Our state-of-the-art Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, or PICU, is operated by board-certified pediatric intensivists, nurse practitioners and nurses specially trained to meet the unique needs of young patients in critical condition. 

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What We Treat

  • Severe Infections and Shock
  • Life-Threatening Complications from Childhood Cancers 
  • Life-Threatening Anemias 
  • Overdoses of Household Plants, Chemicals and Drugs
  • Children Having Difficulty Breathing on Their Own 
  • Uncontrollable Seizures 
  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis 
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Pediatric Healthcare

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Pediatric Healthcare

Your kids deserve the best

Our Approach to Pediatrics

We know they mean the world to you, which is why compassionate, family-centered care is our top priority when it comes to our smallest patients. Leveraging advanced technology at our dedicated children’s hospital and supported by a comprehensive team of specially trained pediatric experts, we ensure your child receives the highest standard of care. 

 

General pediatric services include well checks, physicals, evaluations of common illnesses and vaccinations. Vaccinations are free for uninsured patients. Acute care and specialty services are provided by specialists at various locations.  

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The Herman and Walter Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai

Herman and Walter Samuelson Children's Hospital at Sinai is the very heart of LifeBridge Health’s family-centered care philosophy. From pediatric medicine to expert care in specialties such as cancer, neurologic disorders, bowel disease and diabetes, the Samuelson Children's Hospital delivers individualized care focused on the patient and the family. Our clinical teams partner with families to ensure the best possible outcomes. 

 

With a wide range of care options, our team of experts will find the right doctor for your child, whether for primary or more specialized care. 

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Our Pediatric Care Network: Practice Locations and Specialties

At LifeBridge Health, our pediatric care network is a tapestry of specialized practices, each dedicated to nurturing the health and well-being of patients under 18. Our practice locations are staffed by compassionate professionals who are experts in a diverse array of pediatric specialties – from developmental and behavioral health to complex surgical interventions. This network ensures that no matter the need, your child will receive personalized, expert care in a supportive and understanding environment. Explore our pediatric practice list to discover the full spectrum of services we offer and find the perfect match for your family’s healthcare journey.  

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Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition

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Pediatric GI Specialists: Gastroenterology & Nutrition

Treating digestive disorders in children

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition

The Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition evaluates and treats a broad spectrum of digestive disorders in children from infancy to young adulthood. 

 

With a multidisciplinary team that includes board-certified pediatric gastroenterologists, a pediatric nurse practitioner, gastroenterology nurses and dietitians, we provide state-of-the-art treatments, including the latest therapies for inflammatory bowel disease, and work closely with other subspecialists at the Herman & Walter Samuelson Children’s Hospital at Sinai to ensure high-quality, family-centered care.

Conditions treated include:

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Celiac Disease
  • Chronic Diarrhea
  • Chronic Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction
  • Elevated Liver Enzymes
  • Eosinophilic (Allergic) Esophagitis
  • Failure to Thrive
  • Feeding Disorders
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
  • GI Bleeding
  • Inflammatory Bowl Disease, including Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
  • Malabsorption
  • Pancreatic Diseases

Treatments:

  • Capsule Endoscopy
  • Colonoscopy
  • Esophageal Dilatation
  • FibroScan
  • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
  • Foreign Body Removal
  • IBS Treatment
  • Nasogastric GoLytely Cleanouts
  • Polypectomy
  • Upper Endoscopy
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Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology

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Pediatric Endocrinology

Care for hormone and growth conditions, including diabetes

Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Care

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Pediatric endocrinology cares for children with hormone and growth conditions, including diabetes. Some of these conditions are temporary, while others need long-term care. Wherever your child’s needs fall, it’s normal to have questions along the way. 

 

At LifeBridge Health, the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology provides care from testing and diagnosis through treatment and ongoing support. We care for patients from infancy through young adulthood, both in outpatient clinics and in the hospital.

 

Our pediatric endocrinologists, nurses and dietitians work closely with families and primary care providers to create care plans for each child. When needed, we work with other pediatric specialists at Sinai. Care includes on-site stimulation testing in child-friendly spaces and support for the latest diabetes technology. 

Conditions We Treat

Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders

  • Type 1 diabetes
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Prediabetes
  • Monogenic and atypical diabetes

Growth and Pituitary Disorders

  • Short stature (growth hormone deficiency)
  • Pituitary hormone deficiencies
  • Diabetes insipidus
  • Prader-Willi syndrome
  • Turner syndrome 

Puberty Disorders

  • Precocious (early) puberty
  • Delayed puberty and hypogonadism
  • Gynecomastia
  • Differences in sex development (DSD) 

Thyroid Disorders

  • Hypothyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Thyroid nodules and tumors 

Adrenal Gland Disorders

  • Premature adrenarche
  • Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
  • Adrenal insufficiency
  • Cushing’s syndrome and Cushing’s disease
  • Adrenal tumors and nodules 

Bone and Calcium Disorders

  • Rickets
  • Metabolic bone disease
  • High calcium levels (hypercalcemia)
  • Low calcium levels (hypocalcemia) 

Services We Offer

Our team provides testing, treatment and ongoing support for a range of endocrine conditions.

Child-Friendly Diagnostics and Testing

  • On-site imaging and lab testing
  • Stimulation testing for growth hormone deficiency, early puberty and adrenal disorders
  • Water deprivation testing
  • Prolonged fasting studies

Pediatric Diabetes Care and Education

  • Support for continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and insulin pumps
  • Insulin pump classes
  • Dietitian support

Care Coordination and Support

  • Help with prior authorizations
  • Coordination with primary care providers and pediatric specialists 

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Pediatric Emergency

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Pediatric Emergency

Your trusted source for pediatric lifesaving and urgent medical care

Visit our Pediatric Emergency Department

Our clinical teams are uniquely trained and equipped to treat emergency conditions for children. 

 

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Specialized Emergency Care Designed for Children

Going to the emergency room can be scary for anyone, but especially for children. That’s why our pediatric emergency departments are centered on the unique needs of our youngest patients and are proud to provide the best quality care, 24 hours a day.

 

Our emergency departments are staffed with board-certified pediatricians and specialists who provide your child with quality and compassionate medical care. Having dedicated pediatric specialists situated in our emergency departments allows us to place your child in an exam room more quickly, resulting in shorter wait times and less anxiety.

We take extra steps to make sure all children feel safe and comfortable:

Child Life Specialists

Our Child Life specialists are on hand to ensure a child’s stay in the emergency department is as comfortable as possible, providing support and resources to help children during stressful situations, including therapeutic play, preparation for procedures, and education to reduce fear, anxiety and pain.

Minimize Discomfort

We address children’s pain proactively and have a variety of measures designed to minimize discomfort.

Autism-Friendly

The pediatric emergency department at Sinai Hospital is certified as Autism-Friendly by Pathfinders for Autism and can care for children who are intellectually disabled or have other special needs.

When to visit the emergency department

The emergency department is the place to go to treat life-threatening illnesses and injuries. You should visit the ED if your child experiences any of the following symptoms or emergencies:

  • Difficulty breathing caused by conditions such as asthma, croup, pneumonia or RSV
  • Intense allergic reaction
  • Accidental poisoning or ingestion
  • Traumatic injury or accident resulting in a concussion, fracture, broken bone, burn or other wound
  • Heavy bleeding
  • Seizure
  • Loss of consciousness, ability to speak, vision or mobility
  • Severe or persistent pain
  • Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea
  • High fever
  • Suicidal or homicidal feelings

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Domestic Violence

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Domestic Violence

Free, confidential domestic violence services to patients, visitors and team members experiencing abuse

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence or intimate partner violence is a pattern of controlling, coercive behavior used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship. Abuse also comes in many forms including emotional, physical, sexual, financial and medical abuse.

 

Examples of abusive behavior may include:

  • Emotional or verbal abuse
  • Denial of access to resources or money
  • Restraint of normal activities or freedom (including isolation from friends and family
  • Sexual coercion or assault
  • Threats to kill or harm
  • Physical intimidation or attacks
  • In extreme cases, domestic violence can result in the death of a partner

 

Who Does Domestic Violence Impact?

According to the CDC, one in four women and one and ten men have experienced contact sexual and physical violence and/or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime. While domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women, it can happen to anyone of any race, age, sexual orientation, religion, gender or socioeconomic status.

Contact Us

DOVE Program at Northwest Hospital
Monday-Friday – 9am-5pm

24/7 Hospital Staff
410-496-7555

 

Center for Hope's Abuse and Assault Response Team (CHAART) at Carroll Hospital
Monday-Friday – 9am-5pm
410-871-6259

 

Violence Response Team at Sinai Hospital
410-601-8692

 

Violence Response Team at Grace Medical Center
410-362-3240

 

Baltimore County Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline: (24/7 Response)
410-828-6390

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Recognizing the Signs
Does your partner?

  • Humiliate you in front of others?
  • Act jealous and possessive?
  • Try to isolate you from your family and friends?
  • Throw, push, hit, choke, kick or slap you?
  • Blame you for his/her actions, promise it won't happen again, but then it does?
  • Force you to have sex when you don't want to?
  • Threaten to hurt or kill you or your children?

Contact Us

Every situation is different. Safety planning is a way to keep yourself and your children safe whether you are still with your partner or you are planning to leave. If concerned about your relationship, it is best to speak directly with an advocate to help you assess the level of danger, review options, resources and safety planning. This Options & Safety Planning sheet provides a brief overview of these topics.

 

Please call us or complete the form below and we will contact you shortly.

 

Our Services Include

24/7 Crisis Response/Medical Advocacy

For patients seeking treatment in Northwest Hospital.

Crisis Intervention

Creating a plan to stay safe, resources and referrals to other agencies, assistance with short term goal setting.

Court Accompaniment and Advocacy

Emotional support during legal proceedings for DOVE clients.

Case Management

In person empowerment sessions that includes: goal setting, safety planning, resources, education, and emotional support.

Individual Counseling

To process experiences and work on achieving goals.

Support Group

A safe place for clients to share their experiences and the impact of domestic violence on their lives and to begin the healing process.

Essential Needs

DOVE may assist with or help coordinate access to basic needs for clients actively working with our program.

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Pediatric Orthopedic Oncology

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Pediatric Orthopedic Oncology

Specializing in Pediatric Bone and Soft Tissue Masses

Compassionate Care and Expertise

The Division of Orthopedic Oncology team at the Alvin & Lois Lapidus Cancer Institute is especially sensitive to the needs of children diagnosed with benign and malignant tumors. Sinai Hospital is the only community-based hospital in Maryland with an interdisciplinary team supported by a pediatric ICU to effectively treat malignant tumors in children. Under the direction of Dr. Albert Aboulafia, our orthopedic oncology team treats the full range of benign and malignant bone and soft tissue tumors and specializes in limb-sparing surgery for patients with primary malignant bone tumors such as Ewing's sarcoma and osteosarcoma.

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