The Pediatric Thyroid Center team brings together a wide range of pediatric disciplines at CHOP, including endocrinology, pediatric surgery, oncology, radiology, pathology, anesthesiology and nursing, to provide the best care for each patient.
The staff works closely with families and patients to make sure they fully understand the diagnosis and treatment, and to answer any questions they have. The center cares for local, regional, national and international patients. A social worker is involved in caring for families, and child life specialists provide expertise and support in the psychological aspects of coping with thyroid disease and its treatment.
In addition, we have a working partnership with the neighboring Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, which adds layers of expertise and helps facilitate the transition to adult care.
