Down Syndrome Clinic helps Jackie Cleveland keep dancing
Brown eyes afire and colorful skirt awhirl, Jackie Cleveland has been dancing since she could walk. Now in sixth-grade, Jackie, who has Down syndrome, performs at Native American pow wows across the country, dancing traditional Ho-Chunk dances with style and unabashed joy.
April 11, 2018
After decades of service, Waisman clinician Tina Iyama-Kurtycz retires in December
Iyama-Kurtycz’s journey from an 8-year-old with a dream to a skilled clinician took her to medical school at the University of Michigan and a residency at the University of Kansas. “While at Kansas, I met a pediatrician who was taking care of children with disabilities and I realized that’s what I wanted to do,” says Iyama-Kurtycz.
December 6, 2017
SOFT Conference in Madison, WI
When Leila Adamson was born, doctors weren’t sure that she would live for even 63 seconds. More than 63 months later, in July 2017, she will be in Madison, Wisconsin, along with her parents, Kari …
July 18, 2017
Biochemical Genetics Clinic helps children live healthier, happier lives
Sam Thompson is two-and-a-half years old and a super-charged giver of hugs.His green eyes sparkle as he first embraces his physician, Jessica Scott Schwoerer, and then his dietitian, Nikki Drilias. Then it’s a quick, laughter-filled …
July 6, 2017Foods made with special whey protein help PKU patients
Research led by Waisman Center investigator Denise Ney has shown that food products made from a specific protein found in whey can safely be part of a more palatable diet for individuals diagnosed with phenylketonuria …
April 17, 2017
Treating the trauma of brain injuries
One Wednesday in September, 15-year-old Tristan Thurman went to soccer practice at his high school. The team had just lost a game the day before because the other team had scored goals heading the ball, …
February 14, 2017
Whirling the Waisman Way
What better way to spend a crisp fall day than to go on a three mile walk with your 6, 4 and 1-year old children AND raise funds to benefit individuals and families affected by …
October 4, 2016
When the words did not come
Luke Holzem sped from door to door, his orange t-shirt transforming him into a bright blur of 6-year-old energy. His grey-green eyes sparkled and he looked expectantly at his mother, Shannon. The question was clear: …
July 6, 2016Research tackles communication disorders in kids
May 08, 2016 Katie Hustad, Special to the State Journal It has been said that communication is the essence of human life. In fact, our ability to communicate an unlimited number of thoughts and ideas …
May 8, 2016Tweaking the immune response shows potential for treating brain injuries
April 15, 2016 Adityarup “Rup” Chakravorty Brain injuries caused by a lack of oxygen and blood flow affect many thousands of children every year, yet “we still don’t have effective treatments for them,” says Waisman …
April 16, 2016
A spectrum of therapy
April 01, 2016 Adityarup “Rup” Chakravorty “Excelente!” exclaims 12-year-old Xander Trinkner, grey eyes shining behind glasses, sandy-brown hair tousled. His latest iPad mission, protecting the world from droves of alien invaders, is a success. Dressed …
April 1, 2016
Following newborns, so they may thrive
Jaden Cassidy is three years old and a whirlwind of energy. He bursts into the exam room, jumps on the exam table, flings off his jacket and cowboys boots and whirls around with a beaming …
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