Short Bowel Syndrome in Children

Short bowel syndrome is when the body has trouble absorbing nutrients from food because of a problem with the small intestine. It often happens to children who have had a large part of their small intestine removed. This complex condition can be life-threatening in some babies and children.

Diamond Blackfan Anemia (DBA) in Children

Diamond Blackfan anemia (DBA) is a rare blood disorder. Children with DBA don't make enough red blood cells. These cells carry oxygen to all other cells in the body. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of DBA.

Fanconi Anemia in Children

Fanconi anemia is a blood disorder. With this condition, the bone marrow doesn't make enough blood cells. Or it makes abnormal blood cells.

Hemoglobin E Trait

Hemoglobin E trait is an inherited blood disorder. That means it's passed down through your parent’s genes. Read on to learn more.

Cushing's Syndrome in Children

Cushing's syndrome is a hormone disorder. It’s caused by having high levels of the hormone cortisol over a long time. Read on to learn more.

PFAPA Syndrome

PFAPA is a childhood syndrome that causes repeated episodes of fever, mouth sores, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes. PFAPA usually starts in early childhood between ages 2 and 5.

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Pediatric Genetics

You may have many questions about genetic disorders and wonder where to go to get them answered. Geneticists and genetic counselors at UMass Memorial Medical Center treat adults, children and families in a caring environment. Our experts provide diagnosis, genetic counseling and patient management.

Genetics Services We Provide

We provide the following services:

  • Diagnosis and management of patients with congenital malformations, genetic syndromes, chromosomal disorders and inborn errors of metabolism
  • Diagnostic evaluation of children with developmental delays and/or mental retardation
  • Genetic...