Growth Clinic
Cook Children's physicians and staff are experienced in treating all growth-related issues in children from birth through their transitioning into adulthood.
We are able to develop care plans using the latest advancements in diagnosis and treatment of growth disorders. Growth hormone provocative testing studies are offered as an outpatient service in the endocrine clinic. Patients are also provided an opportunity to participate in multiple studies utilizing growth hormones.
Specialties
The Cook Children's Growth team provides treatment and education for a variety of growth issues, including:
- Primary IGF1 deficiency
- Growth hormone deficiency
- Idiopathic short stature
- Turner's syndrome
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- Babies born small for gestational age (SGA)
- Chronic renal insufficiency
- Silver Russell syndrome
- Prader Willi syndrome
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Welcome to the Endocrine and Diabetes Clinic
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The Growth Clinic care team
When you bring your child to Cook Children's, you can trust that every aspect of your child's care will be delivered by an amazing medical team, clinicians and caregivers, that includes:
Care and treatment
Most endocrinology tests and services are available without a hospital stay; however, children who are seriously ill may be admitted to Cook Children's Medical Center for specialized physician care and monitoring.
