Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic

The Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic at Franciscan Children’s works with patients with acquired (through injury or illness) or congenital (birth defects, physical disabilities or abnormalities) conditions to improve or restore function and minimize impairment in their daily life. Our holistic approach, combined with family-centered care, aims to optimize function across our care continuum and into the community. Our experts promote active participation of the patient and family/caregiver through the evaluation, diagnosis and management phases of each patient’s journey. We champion the transdisciplinary approach, providing evidence-based and goal-directed care across all programs and services. This approach extends beyond the medical system to partner with education, social and community programs. Our practice creates value for the patient and family/caregiver by improving outcomes for physical and cognitive function, including more effective communication about prognosis, reducing condition specific complications and utilizing best practices and technologies.

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About our Program

Our Patients

We work with patients ranging from infants to young adults. Patients are typically referred to our clinic from their primary care providers, community therapists, educators, school nurses or after discharge from acute or post-acute care facilities. We work closely with area hospitals and healthcare institutions to ensure a comprehensive exchange of information and seamless transition of care.

Commonly Seen Diagnoses Include:

  • Neurologic disorders, neuro-developmental delays and congenital syndromes

  • Spinal cord injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, chronic wounds and burns

  • Cancer or brain tumors

  • Complex medical conditions requiring post-acute care

  • Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

  • Swallow and feeding impairments

  • Increase mobility and function
  • Enhance self-care
  • Promote independence

Our Therapy teams consist of physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists who provide one-on-one services to patients ages birth to 21. Our teams work tirelessly to enhance the lives of each child and adolescent who comes to us for treatment, focusing on personalized treatment plans to improve mobility, function, sensory processing, feeding issues and overall quality of life.

Our family-centered approach is at the core of all our services. We recognize that parents and caregivers are essential partners in their child’s progress. Through family-centered education and training, our therapists empower caregivers to support their child’s development at home. Franciscan Children’s is committed to providing not only expert therapy but also building strong caregiver skill sets, ensuring that progress extends seamlessly beyond our doors.

Our multi-disciplinary team, led by Dr. Didem Inanoglu, pediatric physiatrist, is committed to compassion, excellence and positivity. The Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic works closely with other related specialties at Franciscan Children’s, including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech-language pathology. All of our experts specialize in caring for children with a variety of complex needs.

To schedule an appointment please call

Pam Kelley, Administrative Assistant
617-254-3800, ext. 1306

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