Nephrology and Gastroenterology Research Roundup
In recognition of World Kidney Month in March and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Month in April, this month’s Research Roundup is dedicated to the incredible research being conducted in Nephrology and Gastroenterology. Research in these departments is advancing pediatric medicine affecting thousands of children in the U.S. diagnosed with rare disorders like Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and school-aged children reporting IBS-like symptoms.

Healthy Hydration Habits for Growing Kids

Proper hydration is essential at every stage of life, but it plays an especially important role during childhood and adolescence. As children grow and develop — both physically and mentally — their bodies rely on adequate fluids to support proper function of the circulatory and nervous systems.

Nicklaus Children’s is First in Florida to Offer Carpediem Device to Enhance Dialysis Treatment of Infants
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital has acquired Mozarc Medical’s Carpediem™ Cardio Renal Pediatric Dialysis Emergency Machine designed to support dialysis treatment of newborns with acute kidney injury and fluid overload. The hospital is the first in Florida to offer this new system designed to optimize care for the smallest patients.