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Health Information Center Resources on August 6th's Topic

Pediatric care is not just science, it's an art. Learn the latest about the Golisano Children's Hospital during Sunday's interview with Dr. Tom Welch, Chair of Pediatrics at University Hospital.

For information on The Department of Pediatrics at University Hospital: www.upstate.edu/peds

Books:
• "Cystic Fibrosis: A Guide for Patient and Family", 3rd Edition, by David M. Orenstein, M.D. Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins. 2004
• "100 Questions & Answers About Your Child?s Cancer", by William L. Carroll and Jessica B. Reisman. Jones and Bartlett Publishers, 2005.
• "Childhood Leukemia: A Guide for Families, Friends & Caregivers", by Nancy Keene. 3rd edition, O'Reilly Publishers, 2002.

Books are in the Health Information Center, or can be ordered in bookstores or Amazon.com

Web Sites:
• National Association of Children’s Hospitals and Related Institutions
• Cystic Fibrosis

• Clinical Trials and Research
• Cystic Fibrosis Videos online 

 

HEALTH INFORMATION CENTER
at SUNY Upstate Medical University

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