The Trisomy 21 Program

Trisomy 21 Update

Welcome to the official newsletter of the Trisomy 21 Program. You'll find each issue archived here.

Issue highlights:

Issue highlights:

Treadmill training can help accelerate walking in babies with Down syndrome
The Down Syndrome Growing Up Study
New physical therapy services available at CHOP for individuals with Down syndrome
Preparing for future care of adults with Down syndrome
Help your child learn to feed himself
Down syndrome nutrition questions
Helping children with Down syndrome develop chewing patterns
New parent-family reception
Ask the advocate
Community resources for families

Issue highlights:

10th Annual CHOP Buddy Walk and Fun Day
Introducing the Trisomy 21 Parent Peer Program
Interview with: Babette Zemel, PhD, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, about the Down Syndrome Growing Up Study
Occupational therapy in the pool
Occupational therapy quick tips
Do you need more services or equipment for your child?
Updated car seat recommendations
New parent-family reception
Ask the advocate
Community resources for families

Issue highlights:

Interview with: Erin Cipriano, AuD, CCC-A, Division of Audiology, about the importance of hearing tests
We've moved: Trisomy 21 Program now at 3550 Market St.
Spotlight: Adult Trisomy 21 Program
Buddy Walk 2009
7th Annual Trisomy 21 Symposium
My Great Story Campaign
Challenger day: Learning about sports, arts and crafts and more
Resource directory and other resources available through the Trisomy 21 Program

Issue highlights:

Issue highlights:

Fourth Annual Trisomy 21 Symposium
Occupational therapy and Down syndrome
Spotlight on: Hillary Kruger, MD, a new physician with the Trisomy 21 Program
Why wear an orthotic?
Interview with: Craig Alter, MD, Division of Endocrinology, about the higher risk for endocrinologic disorders for individuals with Down syndrome
Upcoming educational sessions
Resources available through the Trisomy 21 Program

Issue highlights:

Buddy Walk 2006
Challenger day: Participants try sports, activities
Welcoming our Trisomy 21 fellow, Patty Huang, MD
Spotlight on Otolaryngology: Interview with Udayan K. Shah, MD, director, Otolaryngology Innovative Technologies Program
Support groups
Social work and community education
Physical therapy
Resources available through the Trisomy 21 Program

Please feel free to submit suggestions, feedback or questions to trisomy21@email.chop.edu.

Date: October 2012

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