Fact Sheets

Pediatric Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils that causes them to swell, making it hard to swallow and leaving the lymph nodes in the neck sore.
Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that causes a child to stop breathing momentarily. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Snoring
Snoring is a harsh, noisy breathing caused by an improper inflow and outflow of air during sleep. Learn about causes and treatment.
Laryngeal Surgery
Laryngeal surgeries are surgical procedures used to treat voice and swallowing disorders. Learn more about these procedures.
Tracheostomy
A tracheostomy is a procedure that makes an opening in the neck in order to place a tube into the windpipe. Learn about this procedure.
Surgeries for Upper Aero-Digestive Tract
Surgeries for upper aero-digestive tract are procedures to treat problems that affect such functions as breathing, speaking, and swallowing. Learn more about these procedures.
Strep throat
Caused by the group A streptococcus bacteria, strep throat is an infection that requires prompt treatment, particularly in children over the age of 3.
Surgery for Cleft Lip and Palate
Cleft lip and cleft palate occur when tissues in the lips and/or the roof of the mouth fail to properly join during fetal development.
Esophageal Atresia
Esophageal atresia is a congenital disorder in which a baby’s esophagus does not form properly during pregnancy. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Craniofacial Surgery
Craniofacial surgery may be used to treat urgent, life-threatening conditions as well as important “quality of life” reconstructive procedures.