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Children's Hospital Down Syndrome Clinic
Columbus, Ohio, United States
http://www.childrenscolumbus.org/
Affiliated with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio*.
The Down Syndrome Clinic at Children's Hospital is a family-centered clinic providing diagnostic and treatment services to children and adolescents with Down syndrome and their families. Services may include a comprehensive medical assessment with special attention to the unique medical problems sometimes experienced by children with Down syndrome. Referral to other specialty medical and therapeutic services and laboratory and radiologic assessments are arranged as necessary. Families will be linked with medical, educational, social and financial supports in their communities as indicated and resources identified to assist them in meeting the unique needs of their child. A close working relationship will be maintained with the child's primary care physician. Genetic counseling is available at the Down syndrome clinic.
Regular Team Members:
Dr. Patricia Nash, MD.
Pat Lipowski, RN, CPN, Nurse Coordinator
Diana Wilburn, Clinic Secretary
Amy Curry, Genetic Counselor 614-722-2465
Also affiliated:
Children's Hospital Department of Psychology on a consultative basis
Services are covered by most insurance providers. To expedite insurance coverage, we recommend a referral be sent to the clinic by your primary care physician.
The Down Syndrome Clinic is held every Monday morning and every second and third Thursday morning of each month in the
Outpatient Care Center of Children's Hospital
555 18th Street
Columbus, Ohio 43205.
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For further information or to make an appointment, please call:
Diana Wilburn
Developmental Disabilities
700 Children's Drive
Columbus, OH. 43205
614-722-4050
* Volunteers from the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO) are available to provide information and support to individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Please call their office at 614-475-6440 x311 if they can be of any assistance. |
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