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Myelodysplasia (Spina Bifida) Outpatient Service
The Myelosdyplasia Outpatient Service cares for individuals from birth through 18 years of age with Spina Bifida. Spina Bifida is a complex medical problem that requires a variety of specialists who work to prevent complications and maximize the individual's potential.
The team approach
The Myelodysplasia Outpatient Service uses a multidisciplinary team to provide patient care. Spina Bifida patients see a variety of specialists who can provide through health care in one setting. There is no need to make separate appointments to see different specialists.
An individualized program
Following the appointment, the team of specialists work to develop a treatment plan which meets the needs of the individual. Community agency personnel are welcome to attend the meeting. This outpatient service is a supplement to health care and does not replace the care of a family physician. A comprehensive report is sent to the referring physician and to the patients.
The Team of Specialists
- Pediatrician
- Pediatric Rehabilitation Specialist
- Orthotist (Brace Specialist)
- Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
- Ophthalmologist
- Urologist
- Pediatric Dietitian
- Pediatric Occupational Therapist
- Pediatric Social Worker
- Pediatric Nurse
- Education Specialist
- Child Psychologist
- Neurosurgeon
- Neurologist
- Pediatric Physical Therapist
Program Offering
The Myelodysplasia Outpatient Service is offered once a month in the Coordinated Treatment Center at MeritCare Medical Center. The program takes approximately six hours, depending on the number of specialists the individual sees. Most individuals are scheduled for this program 2-3 times a year.
This program is supported by the North Dakota Children's Special Health Service. Anyone involved in the care of an individual with Spina Bifida is welcome to attend. Appointments are necessary.
Address:
Coordinated Treatment Center
MeritCare Broadway Health Center
736 Broadway
Fargo, ND 58122
For more information
For an appointment or for more information, please call: MeritCare Children's Hospital (701) 234-6600 or (800) 828-2901 (2) 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays.
MeritCare Children's Hospital
The Myelodysplasia Outpatient Service is a program of the MeritCare Children's Hospital, a specialty hospital within MeritCare Medical Center. The MeritCare Children's Hospital is designed for the diagnosis, treatment and care of infants, children and adolescents. Dedicated to children's health, this 58 bed medical and surgical facility is the only on in North Dakota and South Dakota. It is a principal pediatric referral center for the tri-state area.