University of Rochester Medical Center – Golisano Children’s Hospital
Dentists, Pediatricians, Music Therapy
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Address: 150 Crittenden Blvd.
| Rochester, NY
14642
Rating: 3.90
(126 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Cigna,
EmblemHealth,
Empire Plan,
MagnaCare,
Medicaid,
Medicare,
Molina Healthcare,
Tricare,
UnitedHealthcare,
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS),
MultiPlan,
Optum Health / United Behavioral Health,
United Medical Resources,
PHCS,
Ages Served:
Children
Care Settings:
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About University of Rochester Medical Center – Golisano Children’s Hospital
University of Rochester Medical Center provides evaluation and specialized healthcare for children with developmental challenges. All clinical services are provided at Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. The center also provides, information, resources and services for the Southern Tier. Its mission is to promote whole-child wellness for those with inte
This provider is a member of the Autism Care Network.
Services
Dentists
Pediatricians
Music Therapy
Mental Health
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Audiologists
Sleep Medicine Specialists
Age Ranges Served
Children
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150 Crittenden Blvd.,NY,14642
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We are so lucky to have Golisano Childrens Hospital in our community My son was recently there for surgery on the 4th floor. All of the doctors nurses techs and even the maintenance people were incredibly friendly and kind. My son ended up needing to be admitted overnight and we were taken to 7 North. The nurses on this floor were so kind to my son and took such good care of him. Our overnight nurse even put on ocean waves sound on the computer to help him sleep.We were lucky to have only needed to stay one night and we were out by 3pm.Note to parents staying over...the fold out couchbed is not comfortable. Dont even think its not that bad. Bring a camp pad or some energy drinks because you will not sleep
Julie C
28 April 2024
google review
Horrible Hospital. Horrible experience. My child went there for follow up after her primary doctor advised us to go to a specialist.When we arrived we were treated unfriendly and they refused to do any of the test her primary doctor had requested. Basically they looked at her and patted her on the back and said nothing was wrong. We were upset with the lack of professionalism and her primary doctor is livid as well.
Michael McNaughton
28 April 2024
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I have multiple sclerosis and I get my infusions and my neurology center is there most excellent nurses Ive ever dealt with
Richard
28 April 2024
google review
3 out of our 4 children have ended up being here for some reason or another over the last 12 years. Recently our daughter was admitted for several days. The nurses on 7 South were absolutely so helpful and made her comfortable. We appreciate all that they did for her and us. Social worker Victoria helped accommodate as best as they can with parking and food vouchers. It was so helpful and I was beyond grateful. Thank you for all you guys did.
Rachel Hafner
28 January 2024
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My 1 year old son was diagnosed with RSV - having no idea the seriousness of the illness nurses doctors and staff at Golisano Childrens Hospital PICU have been absolutely amazing in helping educate us and take care of our boy. We are finally seeing results of their wonderful efforts to get him well. When brought in by ambulance to the ED - the staff welcomed us with open arms and treated us all as if we were members of a family. We truly cannot thank the staff of both departments enough for all of their efforts and care for our precious baby.
Chelsea LaRock
28 January 2024
google review
Thank you To God First and the wonderful staff at Golisano childrens hospital for incredible humbling experience it took all of us to get My 2 month old son out of the RSV virus we are forever Thankfull be blessed
Ivan Revutskiy
28 January 2024
google review
Not a place I will bring my children back to. I thought a childrens hospital would do better. Nurses were great Drs not so much.
Kayla Cathcart
28 January 2024
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Francheska the charge nurse on 7 south should not be a charge nurse She needs to be removed unprofessional and threatens security ya def want my daughter to be in her care NOT Daughter has to come back every two weeks def not coming back that nurse ruined it for this hospital
seth knaak
28 November 2023
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My son was born knowingly with TGA he spent 3 weeks growing as he was premature in Crouse NiCu before going to Rochester. No infection constantly checked numbers good everything looked great. He has the heart surgery. everything went beautiful. Next day wife and I are on our way to see our son we get a phone call while in elevator that he is having complications. We proceeded to watch our son pass away in our arms as there was nothing they could do. Very shortly after we were told he went septis with infection and caused him to bleed thru his lungs and die. We agreed to a autopsy...this was 629 we have called daily weekly monthly being told someone will call us with results and no one ever does. Now we get sent to voicemail and when we finally get someone they tell us we are trying to get all everything in order to answer your questions and someone will reach out to you when they wont be interrupted. Waiting to hear someone messed up that resulted in the death of my son. Im not even supposed to be able to have children and now my one chance is gone. How manytimes can u check for infection and let it fly under the rug Now we grieve our son and still receive phonecalls from hospital asking how our son is doing and trying to schedule appointments for him Unforgivable
Keegan McCarty
28 October 2023
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My son had wonderful care today for his MRI. we especially appreciate his nurse named Pamela who made him feel so cared for.
Megan Buehler
28 October 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
Use visual aids. You can use picture schedules, videos, social stories, and other visual aids to show your child what to expect.
Take your child for a practice visit. This can be the same as the orientation visit, or it can be a “dry run” of an appointment where the dentist doesn’t actually work on your child’s teeth yet.
Bring items to fulfill sensory needs. Bringing your child’s favorite fidgets and toys so they can play during the appointment will be helpful.
Reduce unnecessary stress before and after. Reduce demands by wearing comfortable clothes, getting lots of rest, eliminating unnecessary activities (like grocery shopping — order for pick up!), and doing the things that relax your child. Your child will be able to regulate better when every day stressors are kept at a minimum.
Your pediatrician might be able to administer screenings, but most general doctors are not trained to formally diagnose autism. They might refer you to a qualified diagnostic clinician which include:
Developmental Pediatricians
Child Psychologists
Child Psychiatrists
Pediatric Neurologists
Pediatric Neuropsychologists
Your experience might look different depending on the type of clinician you choose. Many families prefer working with developmental pediatricians. Others might work with a psychiatrist or another specialist to get a different perspective.
A formal ASD diagnosis, or a medical diagnosis, helps you get the support your family needs, especially within the context of accessing medically necessary therapies and services.
Insurance Coverage for Therapies: Medically necessary therapies for ASD are often covered by insurance including, but not limited to, speech therapy, ABA therapy, and occupational therapy.
Financial Support: A diagnosis is required when applying for social security or disability benefits.
Plan for Care: A diagnosis helps identify your child’s support needs. For example, your child might need to develop social communication and self-regulation skills.
Future Research: The more data we gather through evaluations, the more we can improve services for autistic children and adults.
Music therapy can take place in a variety of settings including schools, hospitals, the child’s own home, rehabilitation centers, and clinics.
A therapy session will vary from child to child, depending on the child’s specific needs. Before your child starts music therapy, their music therapist will develop a personalized treatment plan for your child. Depending on your child’s goals their treatment may involve singing, dancing, listening to music, playing an instrument, or even composing music.
Once you find a music therapist, the therapist will perform an evaluation to determine if music therapy is a good fit for your child as well as determine possible goals. The evaluation will be comprehensive and look at your child’s response to a variety of musical stimuli, including giving your child an opportunity to play with instruments or listen to a variety of music types.
Evaluations will vary based on setting. For example, private practice has a number of evaluation tools while schools typically use an evaluation tool called the SEMTAP (special education music therapy assessment protocol) that focuses on looking at a student’s IEP goals and how or if the addition of music aligns with their IEP goals.
The occupational therapy process includes an OT evaluation before care starts. Here are the four steps your family can expect when starting occupational therapy:
Complete OT evaluation. An occupational therapist first identifies your child’s strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about your child’s skills, and your child will most likely demonstrate their skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a few hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your child’s needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with your child and your family, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon a child’s strengths. Some exercises your child might participate in are animal walks, obstacle courses, and therapy swing activities. Your family may learn strategies for supporting your child’s individualized needs at home, such as ways of supporting emotional regulation and sensory processing. The therapist may also recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help your child succeed.
Monitor your child’s progress. Parents and caregivers can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure the child is achieving their short and long-term goals.
Occupational therapy can also be provided virtually via telemedicine. Virtual therapy is a great option for families in rural areas who may not have access to in-person services, or for families who prefer to have therapy in their child’s home.
Virtual OT allows the opportunity for increased caregiver participation and understanding of a child’s strengths, areas of improvement, and generalization of skills in the child’s home environment. Virtual therapy also provides increased opportunities for caregiver and family education to support the child and the family based on each family’s needs.
Once you find a quality physical therapist you want to work with, here are a few things you need to know:
There will be an evaluation. First, you can expect an assessment to identify your child’s areas of strength and needs. A physical therapy evaluation usually lasts 30 minutes.
You’ll review and approve the care plan. The physical therapist will create a care plan, also known as a plan of care (POC), outlining the goals and strategies. They will review this with you and your care team before moving forward with therapy sessions.
Physical therapy sessions will be fun. PT with children is designed to be enjoyable. The therapist will use strategies and exercises based on your child’s needs. Exercises might involve playing on large stability balls, obstacle courses, movement equipment, stretches, and other hands-on activities.
Expect home exercises. Physical therapists commonly assign exercises to work on at home. Doing these exercises with your child outside therapy sessions can improve your child’s overall progress.
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