Our Specialties & Conditions
Nationally Ranked Care
Lurie Children’s is nationally ranked in 11 specialties* by U.S. News & World Report.
- Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine
- Advanced General Pediatrics & Primary Care
- Allergy & Immunology
- Anesthesiology
- Audiology
- Autonomic Medicine
- Cancer & Blood Disorders *
- Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery *
- Child Abuse Pediatrics
- Critical Care
- Dentistry
- Dermatology
- Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
- Emergency Medicine
- Endocrinology *
- ENT (Otolaryngology)
- Fetal Health
- Gastroenterology & GI Surgery *
- Genetics, Genomics & Metabolism
- Infectious Diseases
- Medical Imaging
- Neonatology *
- Nephrology (Kidney Diseases) *
- Neurology * Neurosurgery *
- Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopaedics *
- Orthotics & Prosthetics
- Palliative Care
- Physical Therapy
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Primary Care Pediatrics
- Psychiatry *
- Pulmonary Medicine *
- Rehabilitative Services
- Rheumatology
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Sports Medicine
- Surgery
- Transplant Surgery
- Urology *
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Hand & Wrist Tendon Injuries
Injuries to the tendons of the hand and wrist can be caused by several things, from repetitive motion to tears to deep lacerations.
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Head & Neck Surgery Program
The Lurie Children’s Head & Neck Surgery Program is a national leader in the treatment of children with congenital and acquired lesions of the head, neck, and face.
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Head Injury in Babies & Children
Most head injuries in children and babies are not life-threatening, but should still be monitored carefully. Learn more about symptoms and when to seek help.
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Head Lice
Insects that invade the scalp and cause the child to itch and scratch the scalp. Lice eggs (nits) firmly attach to the hair and appear as small white dots.
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Head Shape Anomalies
In the first two years of age, a child's skull is soft and vulnerable, leaving them at risk for developing abnormal head shapes. Learn about types & treatments.
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Head Shape Evaluation Program
Lurie Children's Head Shape Program offers a team of medical and surgical professionals who evaluate and treat infants with cranial asymmetry from any cause.
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Headache Program
Pediatric headache and migraine are common complaints among children requiring special attention. Lurie Children’s Pediatric Headache Program aims to find the most therapeutic treatment plan for every patient. Read more.
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Headaches
Learn about headaches in children, including types, causes and treatments. Find effective pain management solutions and discover how Lurie Children’s can help.
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Hearing Aids
Any child who has a hearing loss that may interfere with speech and language development, or who has a loss that interferes with their classroom performance, may need to wear a hearing aid.
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Heart Attack
Heart attack in teens is rare, but congenital heart conditions can cause sudden cardiac arrest. We diagnose and treat these conditions.
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Heart Block
Heart block causes an abnormal heartbeat. A baby can be born with it, or a person may acquire later. Our electrophysiologists diagnose and treat heart block.
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Heart Failure
Pediatric heart failure occurs when the heart isn’t pumping enough blood to the body. Children in heart failure need help from experienced pediatric specialists.
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Heart Murmur
Heart murmur is the sound of blood flow in the chest heard through a stethoscope, and does not necessarily mean an abnormality. Learn about heart murmurs in kids.
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Heart Transplant Program
The Pediatric Heart Transplantation Program at Lurie Children's in Chicago is the largest & most experienced in the region, renowned for handling complex cases.
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Heart Tumors
Heart tumors, including rhabdomyoma, are rare in kids and usually benign. We’re able to treat even the most complex tumors that require surgery.
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Heat Illness
A group of conditions which occur when the body is heated at a high rate and cannot cool itself fast enough.
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Helicobacter Pylori
A spiral-shaped bacterium found in the stomach, which (along with acid secretion) damages stomach and duodenal tissue, causing inflammation and peptic ulcers.
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Hemangiomas
Collections of extra blood vessels in the skin. One of the most common skin problems in the first year of life.
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Hematological Malignancy Program
Learn about pediatric leukemia and lymphoma treatment at Lurie Children's, where families can find advanced care and compassionate support for young patients.
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Hematometrocolpos
A rare condition which occurs when the uterus fills with menstrual blood. Symptoms are typically a lack of a menstrual period, recurrent pelvic pain, and a pelvic mass.
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Hematuria
Pediatric hematuria is the presence of blood in the urine in children. It can be caused by many things, including, infections and kidney diseases. Learn more.
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Hemifacial Microsomia
A condition in which a child is born with the lower half of their face underdeveloped, most commonly their ears, jaw and mouth; eyes, cheeks and neck may also be affected.
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Hemolytic Anemia
A general term describing a condition in which red blood cells are broken down faster than the bone marrow is able to produce them.
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Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)
A rare blood disorder, seen more often in children than adults, in which the body produces too many immune cells, which then attack the body’s own tissues and organs.
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Hemophilia
An inherited bleeding disorder characterized by low levels or complete absence of specific proteins in the blood that are necessary for prevention of excessive bleeding.
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Hemophilia Program
Lurie Children's Hemophilia Program provides dedicated services in a family-friendly environment to promote the health and well-being of children and adolescents with hemophilia, von Willebrand disease or platelet disorders.
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Hepatitis
Inflammation of the liver resulting in liver cell damage and destruction. Hepatitis often originates from a virus and can be spread from your child to others.
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Hepatoblastoma
Hepatoblastoma is a very rare cancerous tumor that originates in the liver and primarily affects children ages 5 and below. Learn more about symptoms & treatment.
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Hepatoblastoma Program
Lurie Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders treats more children with cancer and blood disorders than any other hospital in Illinois, caring for children with this rare cancer originating in the liver.
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Hernias
A hernia is a protrusion of tissue or an organ through an opening or weakness in the muscle wall that usually contains it. Learn more about causes & treatment.
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Heterotaxy
A condition in which the organs of the chest and abdomen are abnormally located, usually opposite their usual places. Typically affects the heart, lungs, liver, spleen, and intestines.
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High Ankle Sprain (Syndesmosis Sprain)
An injury to the ligaments connecting the tibia and fibula just above the ankle joint. Compared to lateral ankle sprains, high ankle sprains are less common and longer to heal.
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High-Risk Asthma Program
Read more about the High-Risk Asthma Program at Lurie Children’s, offering specialized care for children with severe asthma.
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Hip Disorders
Common and with many causes. Not always easy to diagnose and may include hip pain, irritability, and difficulty in movement.
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Hip Dysplasia
Occuring when a child’s hip joint has not formed properly, can range from the hip being slightly displaced to being dislocated easily.
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Hip Spica Cast Care
Hip spica casts are applied after various types of leg surgeries. Learn more about the cast care.
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Hirschsprung's Disease
Hirschsprung's disease occurs when the bowel wall of the intestine is missing essential cells, called ganglion cells, which leads to intestinal blockages.
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HIV & STI Screening
The Division of Adolescent Medicine provides walk-in HIV/STI Screening for anyone age 12-24. Certified counselors will provide on-site, free, confidential tests as well as safer sex counseling.
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HIV Prevention Program
Lurie Children's specialists are leaders in HIV prevention methods in children and research.
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HIV/AIDS
A disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus which kills or impairs immune system cells and progressively destroys the body's ability to fight infections and cancers.
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Hives (Urticaria)
A condition in which red, itchy, and swollen areas appear on the skin usually as an allergic reaction from eating certain foods or taking certain medications.
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Hives Program
Get access to comprehensive care and treatment options for pediatric hives at Lurie Children's Hives Program.
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Hodgkin Lymphoma
Hodgkin lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system in children, affecting white blood cells and immune function. Learn more about childhood Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Holter & Event Monitoring
Holter monitoring & event monitoring are tests used to record a child's heartbeats for 24 hours or longer, allowing physicians to see abnormal beats or rhythms.
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Horseshoe Kidney & Pelvic Kidney
Conditions that either result when the kidneys fail to ascend to their normal position above the waist and remain in the pelvis or when the developing kidneys fuse together.
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Hospital-Based Medicine
Lurie Children's hospitalists are board-eligible/board-certified pediatricians who specialize in caring for hospitalized infants, children, and adolescents.
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Hydration Assessment in Short Bowel Syndrome
Learn how to properly assess and hydrate children with short bowel syndrome with a short video produced by Lurie Children's.
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Hydrocele
A space filled with fluid occurring below or next to a testicle in the male scrotum. It is usually painless, and is not to be confused with a hernia, but may occur along with one.
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Hydrocephalus
The lack of absorption, blockage of flow, or overproduction of the cerebrospinal fluid that is found inside of the ventricles (fluid-filled areas) inside of the brain.
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Hypercalcemia
Learn about hypercalcemia and its symptoms, causes, and treatments, and how our experts manage high calcium levels in children.
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Hypertension
Usually used to mean elevated blood pressure, caused by resistance to blood flow in the body. May result from certain types of medication, anxiety, or kidney problems.
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Hyperthyroidism
Too much thyroid hormone, pushing the body’s metabolism to unhealthy levels.
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Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis
A narrowing of the lower portion of the stomach that leads into the small intestine, resulting in food not moving easily into the intestine for digestion.
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Hypocalcemia
Learn about hypocalcemia, its causes, symptoms, and treatments. Discover how we diagnose and manage low calcium levels to support your child's health.
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Hypophosphatasia (HPP)
Learn about hypophosphatasia (HPP), a rare genetic condition affecting bone strength in children.
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Hypopituitarism
When a child's pituitary gland has lost its ability to make one, some or all pituitary hormones. The condition is often permanent, but very treatable.
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Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
In hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), the left side of the heart, including the aorta, aortic valve, left ventricle and mitral valve, is underdeveloped.
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Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome
A congenital heart defect in which the parts of the right side of the heart — the valves, right ventricle, and pulmonary artery — do not develop fully during pregnancy.
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Hypospadias
Hypospadias is a condition in which the end of the urethra (the tube in the penis through which urine passes out of the body) is not located at the tip of the penis.
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Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism in children occurs when thyroid gland is underactive and fails to make enough thyroid hormone. Learn more about causes, symptoms and treatment.
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Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy
Death or long-term disability possibly caused by lack of blood flow or oxygen before, during or after birth, from a ruptured uterus, bleeding from the placenta, or cord accidents.