Children are not just small adults. As growing individuals they have special needs related to growth and development. In addition, their psychological needs are different from those of adults. Hormone problems affecting growth or sexual development can have significant effects on a child’s physical and emotional well-being. As pediatric endocrinologists we are sensitive to these issues.

Problems seen by pediatric endocrinologists are often quite different from those commonly seen by endocrinologists who care for adults. Special training in pediatric conditions as they relate to growth and development is important. Hormonal problems are often present for life.

Our pediatric endocrinologists deal with hormone disorders at all stages of childhood and the teen years.

We care for your child in a setting that is appropriate for children and teens. Support staff, including nurses, psychologist, pediatric diabetes educators, and nutritionists, are all attuned to their needs.

Types of treatment:

• Growth problems
• Early or delayed puberty
• Enlarged thyroid gland (goiter)
• Underactive or overactive thyroid gland
• Pituitary gland hypo/hyper function
• Adrenal gland hypo/hyper function
• Ambiguous genitals/intersex
• Ovarian and testicular dysfunction
• Diabetes
• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)
• Problems with Vitamin D (rickets, hypocalcaemia)

Goals of treatment:

• Help the child achieve normal growth and development
• Provide education and support to the patient, parents and family
• Encourage patients to overcome obstacles and lead a normal and healthy life-style

Medical Staff:

• Majed Dasouki, M.D.
• Bert Bachrach, M.D.
• Ami VanMorlan, M.D.
• Gloria Carr, R.N.
• Rebecca Batson, Dietitian

Contact:

• Main Clinic – 913-588-6381
• Office – 913-588-6326