A Provider’s Perspective

Articles and videos by our DMG CRS providers to help you manage the health of you and your family.

Child diabetes

Healthy Weight, Child Diabetes and Your Child

Did you know November was American Diabetes Month?  About 210,000 Americans under age 20 are estimated to have diagnosed diabetes.
Happy children hanging out

Healthy Weight, Diabetes and Your Child

According to the American Diabetes Association, more than 34 million people in the United States have diabetes, and more than seven million of those people are undiagnosed. 
Family at Christmas

Supporting Your Kids through Holiday Stress

As a child with spina bifida grows, complications associated with the disease may surface and potentially deteriorate some of their physical and mental functional abilities. The goal of treatment is to monitor for these issues and try to prevent them.
Family at Christmastime

Supporting Your Kids through Holiday Stress

The holidays are a time of peace, love, joy, and family, but it’s also a time where schedules are irregular, routines are disrupted, meals are heavier, and sugar abounds. 
parent and doctor showing child how to brush teeth

Dental Health in Children: Get the Facts

October is Dental Hygiene Month, which is somewhat ironic as Halloween, the day of the year where children probably get more candy than ever, also is in October.  So, why not take this month to talk to your children about the importance of taking care of their teeth?
Pediatric physical therapy

What Is Pediatric Physical Therapy ?

Pediatric physical therapists provide services for children with developmental disabilities from birth to 21 years-old; in addition, the team provides support and education to the patient’s family.
Newborn screenings

Newborn Screenings: What You Need to Know

Did you know September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month?  Newborn screening allows identification and treatment of a disease before symptoms even emerge.
heart doctor

We’re Here for You…Safely

As you and your children are part of the DMG Children’s Rehabilitative (DMG CRS) family, we want to ensure you know we are always here for you. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, DMG CRS has remained open to support the health of our patients and their families.
cover 19 notice

Message from DMG CRS About COVID-19

The health and safety of our CMG CRS community of patients, families, staff and providers is our highest priority.
national physical therapy month

DMG CRS Recognizes National Physical Therapy Month

Life with a special needs child or adult can be a complex, scary, and amazing journey full of ups and downs, triumphs and disappointments that affect the whole family. A good thing to remember is to think about the long-term outcome of a goal rather than just the immediate outcome.
arizona sports programs

3 Basic Wellness Tips for Every Family with Special Needs Children

Life with a special needs child or adult can be a complex, scary, and amazing journey full of ups and downs, triumphs and disappointments that affect the whole family. A good thing to remember is to think about the long-term outcome of a goal rather than just the immediate outcome.
pediatric-clinic-phoenix

DDD/ALTCS Plan Changes

DMG CRS here in Phoenix appreciates and values you as part of our family. You may have received a letter from the Department of Economic Security at the end of April that informed you about the DDD changes.
autism puzzle pieces

3 Tips for Interacting with Someone on the Spectrum

Autism: A neurological disorder characterized by repetitive behavior, difficulties communicating, and problems establishing and maintaining relationships.
dental-special-needs

Dental Care for Children with Special Needs

Imagine you are a child experiencing a dental appointment for the first time. Now imagine that you are a child with special needs, unable to communicate with those around you...
Pediatric ENT doctor phoenix

DMG CRS provides comprehensive assessments for every new patient

DMG CRS is the largest Multi-Specialty Interdisciplinary Clinic (MSIC) in the state of Arizona and designed to meet the unique healthcare requirements of special needs children. Our staff are committed to coordinating multiple appointments for our patients and on the same day when possible.
behavioral-health

Coping with the Holidays After Involuntary Family Separation

This holiday season will find many Arizonan families separated from their loved ones across the border. These involuntary separations cast a shadow over what typically is a joyful time of year.  Families with children in particular, face the challenge of creating a holiday celebration while struggling with a sense of grief and loss.