Pioneers in Hyperinsulinism: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Published on Sep 18, 2018 in Breakthrough Report CHOP’s groundbreaking expertise in treating children with congenital hyperinsulinism (HI) began more than 50 years ago and draws patients from all over the world.
CHOP’s Congenital Hyperinsulinism Center Celebrates 20 Years and 500 Surgeries Published on Sep 13, 2018 in CHOP News The center offers evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for children with this life-threatening condition.
Two Generations. Two Buildings. Always Expert Care: Parkes Family HI Story Published on Sep 10, 2018 in HI Hope Two generations of the Parkes family have come to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia for treatment for hyperinsulinism (HI). They’ve seen and experienced breakthroughs in HI care firsthand.
Trailblazing HI Treatments Begin at CHOP Published on Sep 10, 2018 in HI Hope Leaders of the HI Center at CHOP remember two decades of advancements in care for children with HI.
Missing or Medicated Pancreas Means Missing Key Enzymes Published on Sep 10, 2018 in HI Hope Children with congenital hyperinsulinism (HI) may be at risk for exocrine pancreatic insuffiency, which affects the ability of the pancreas to function properly.
Diva D. De León-Crutchlow, MD, Named Chief of Endocrinology and Diabetes Published on Jun 25, 2018 in CHOP News Diva D. De León-Crutchlow, MD, MSCE, will assume the role as Chief of the Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, effective July 1.
New Review Shows Benefits of Surgery for Congenital Hyperinsulinism A review of nearly 500 cases of different types of congenital hyperinsulinism shows that surgeons can cure virtually all patients with focal HI, while helping to prevent complications in those with the diffuse form. Read more
CHOP’s HI Team Leading Research Nationally Published on Mar 14, 2018 in HI Hope Our HI team has been busy continuing to pave the way to improve the diagnosis, treatment and outcomes for children with hyperinsulinism through discovery and innovation.
CHOP Doctor Awarded the CHI "Be My Sugar" Award for Medical Excellence Published on Nov 22, 2017 in CHOP News Dr. Diva De León-Crutchlow, pediatric endocrinologist, honored by Congenital Hyperinsulinism International.
HI Can’t Stop Abigail’s Big Dreams Published on May 25, 2017 in HI Hope Inspired by the care she received at CHOP for her HI, Abigail Ridler wants to go into medicine to help others with rare diseases.