Care for Children’s Feeding Problems in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

Children with feeding disorders often have physical, behavioral or developmental challenges that make it difficult to consume enough food.

Our team includes occupational and speech therapists, registered dietitians, psychologists and nurse practitioners. We work together to address all your child’s needs so they can develop healthy eating habits. 

Conditions We Treat

We care for children who have difficulty feeding because of:

Children’s Digestive Disease Treatment in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

Our specialists treat conditions affecting the esophagus, stomach, intestines, pancreas and liver. We also provide evidence-based therapies for children’s feeding and nutritional disorders.

At UMass Memorial Health – Children’s Medical Center, your child’s team includes expert pediatric gastroenterologists with the highest level of training. We provide the latest tests and treatments designed for the needs of children’s growing bodies.

The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (DBP) evaluates infants, toddlers, and children 7 months to 5 years of age with a variety of developmental and behavioral concerns:

• Autism spectrum disorders
• Communication delays
• Developmental delays
• Speech and language delays
• Social difficulties
• Growth and nutrition problems

We see patients at the University Campus in Worcester. Referral and intake forms are available below. You can complete them as indicated and mail them to:

If your child has a skin disorder, the pediatric dermatologists at UMass Memorial Medical Center – Children’s Medical Center can help. Whether your child has a common skin condition (such as acne or warts) or one that is unusual or rare, you can be assured we’ll provide you with the best care.

Need a second-opinion? Our team often works with pediatricians, family practitioners and other dermatologists on diagnosing and treating skin problems.

Pediatric Dermatology Services

We provide the following services:

Craniofacial Care in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

Learning that your child has a craniofacial difference, like cleft lip or cleft palate, can be overwhelming. At UMass Memorial Medical Center – Children’s Medical Center, we bring together all the specialists your child may need. Our Craniofacial Clinic is home to national experts in craniofacial care.

The Child Protection Program (CPP) at the UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center in Worcester, MA, has the most comprehensive program to address the issues of child abuse, neglect and placement in substitute care in Central Massachusetts.

Personalized Care for Childhood Cancers and Blood Disorders in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

As the region’s only comprehensive pediatric cancer and blood disorders program, we’re equipped to offer the same excellent level of care you would find at the largest hospitals in the nation. Our smaller size means your child receives individualized attention. Your family gets to know and trust our doctors, nurses, social workers and child life specialists. 

Pediatric Sleep Specialists in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

We deliver exceptional care for children with sleep disorders. Our team includes one of the region’s few board-certified pediatric sleep medicine specialists. This advanced expertise enables us to detect and manage complex disorders, so your child can get more sleep.

Pediatric Lung Disease Care in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

UMass Memorial Medical Center – Children’s Medical Center is home to a team of highly regarded experts in pediatric lung, breathing and sleep disorders. We deliver research-based care for children of all ages. You can count on us for personalized treatment plans that blend medical management with family education to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Childhood Lung Diseases We Treat

We offer treatments, guidance and support for a broad range of pediatric lung disorders, including: