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Williams Syndrome Program

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Williams Syndrome Program
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Williams Syndrome Program
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Williams Syndrome Program

Expert, Coordinated Care for Kids

Children with Williams syndrome can have issues with elasticity and flexibility in the heart muscles and blood vessels. They’re more likely to have <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/heart-defects.html\">congenital heart disease</a> (a condition they’re born with) and narrowed blood vessels throughout the body.</p>\r\n<p class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\">91´óÉñ Children’s is among a handful of programs in the country to offer integrated, highly specialized care for kids and young adults with Williams syndrome. We’re one of nine programs in the Williams Syndrome Association’s nationwide clinical consortium. This means our team furthers research and develops the standard of care for kids everywhere.&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\">As part of recognized, award-winning heart centers in <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/delaware-valley-pediatric-cardiac-center.html\">Delaware</a> and <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/florida-pediatric-cardiac-center.html\">Florida</a>, our cardiology team works with many specialists and surgeons, nutritional counselors, respiratory therapists, rehabilitation therapists and others who know how to help kids with Williams syndrome thrive. Your child gets the highest level of pediatric expertise all in one place.</p>\r\n<p class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\">Together as a team, we watch your child as they grow and develop. We address problems early when treatment may be more effective. We educate your family and listen to you. And we’re here until your child reaches young adulthood.&nbsp;</p>\r\n"}} id=text-738abcae7f class=cmp-text>

Children with Williams syndrome can have issues with elasticity and flexibility in the heart muscles and blood vessels. They’re more likely to have congenital heart disease (a condition they’re born with) and narrowed blood vessels throughout the body.

91´óÉñ Children’s is among a handful of programs in the country to offer integrated, highly specialized care for kids and young adults with Williams syndrome. We’re one of nine programs in the Williams Syndrome Association’s nationwide clinical consortium. This means our team furthers research and develops the standard of care for kids everywhere. 

As part of recognized, award-winning heart centers in Delaware and Florida, our cardiology team works with many specialists and surgeons, nutritional counselors, respiratory therapists, rehabilitation therapists and others who know how to help kids with Williams syndrome thrive. Your child gets the highest level of pediatric expertise all in one place.

Together as a team, we watch your child as they grow and develop. We address problems early when treatment may be more effective. We educate your family and listen to you. And we’re here until your child reaches young adulthood. 

Our Services

Kids with Williams syndrome can have different problems, like heart valve disorders, irregular heartbeat or narrowing in the blood vessels. Trouble with kidney function, vision, muscles, feeding and swallowing, hearing, learning and development can also happen. We care for it all.&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\">Children do better with a whole team of specialists working together. We customize therapies to your child’s needs, with:</p>\r\n<ul class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\">\r\n<li class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\"><b>Heart and vascular condition management</b> with experts in pediatric <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/pediatric-cardiology.html\">cardiology</a>, <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/diagnosticcardio.html\">cardiac imaging</a>, <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/cardiac-catheterization.html\">interventional cardiology</a>, <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/cardiac-anesthesiology.html\">cardiac anesthesiology</a>, <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/pediatric-heart-surgery.html\">cardiothoracic surgey</a>, nursing, advanced practice medicine and others&nbsp;</li>\r\n<li class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\"><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/cardiovascular-genetics.html\"><b>Cardiovascular genetics</b></a> testing and counseling for the whole family</li>\r\n<li class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\"><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/fetal-heart.html\"><b>Fetal heart care</b></a> like fetal echocardiograms and care planning for baby after birth if needed</li>\r\n<li class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\"><b><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/cardiac-rehabilitation-and-fitness.html\"><b>Cardiac rehabilitation</b></a> </b>with focused therapies just for kids with heart conditions</li>\r\n<li class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\"><b><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/pediatric-speech-therapy.html\"><b>Speech</b></a> and <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/pediatric-feeding-and-swallowing-program.html\"><b>feeding and swallowing therapies</b></a> </b>from experienced speech and language pathologists</li>\r\n<li class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\"><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/nutrition.html\"><b>Nutritional support</b></a> to help ensure your child gains weight and has the nutrients they need to grow strong</li>\r\n<li class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\"><b>Respiratory therapy </b>including breathing exercises, oxygen therapy and machines to help with breathing problems</li>\r\n<li class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\"><b><a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/cardiac-psychology.html\"><b>Cardiac psychology</b></a> care </b>to support emotional wellness and behavioral and <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/cardiac-neurodevelopmental-program.html\">learning development</a></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\">We provide the right care, at the right time, sometimes at the same time.</p>\r\n<p class=\"custom-cursor-default-hover\">During visits, your child may also see a pediatric ophthalmologist, audiologist, otolaryngologist, gastroenterologist, endocrinologist and nephrologist. As needed, we bring in others like pediatric neurologists, interventional radiologists, orthopedic surgeons, general surgeons and urologists.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-5060f6231d class=cmp-text>

Kids with Williams syndrome can have different problems, like heart valve disorders, irregular heartbeat or narrowing in the blood vessels. Trouble with kidney function, vision, muscles, feeding and swallowing, hearing, learning and development can also happen. We care for it all. 

Children do better with a whole team of specialists working together. We customize therapies to your child’s needs, with:

We provide the right care, at the right time, sometimes at the same time.

During visits, your child may also see a pediatric ophthalmologist, audiologist, otolaryngologist, gastroenterologist, endocrinologist and nephrologist. As needed, we bring in others like pediatric neurologists, interventional radiologists, orthopedic surgeons, general surgeons and urologists.

Find Williams Syndrome Care at 91´óÉñ

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Find the Williams Syndrome specialist closest to you:  

Two Leading Pediatric Heart Centers

Our heart centers offer highly advanced, integrated care just for kids and young adults with congenital heart disease. Learn about our focused programs, innovative research and exceptional outcomes.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\r\n"}} id=text-58d04106c5 class=cmp-text>

Our heart centers offer highly advanced, integrated care just for kids and young adults with congenital heart disease. Learn about our focused programs, innovative research and exceptional outcomes.  

Heart for Kids

Our heart is in helping kids with Williams syndrome grow strong in mind and body. We work closely with families. We support you and help you find the resources you need. See how we make a difference. </p>\r\n"}} id=text-c34f58762d class=cmp-text>

Our heart is in helping kids with Williams syndrome grow strong in mind and body. We work closely with families. We support you and help you find the resources you need. See how we make a difference.

Conditions &amp; Treatments</h2>\r\n"}} id=text-7818602e22 class=cmp-text>

Conditions & Treatments

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We see many types of congential heart defects — far too many to list here. The conditions we treat vary depending on the location and providers selected. Don’t see a condition listed? Call us.

Expert Care You Can Count On

Kids with Williams syndrome get coordinated care from an experienced team. We’re recognized for helping kids reach their highest ability. That’s because we know what to look for and can give the right care at the right time.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-ba9db6b1b3 class=cmp-text>

Kids with Williams syndrome get coordinated care from an experienced team. We’re recognized for helping kids reach their highest ability. That’s because we know what to look for and can give the right care at the right time.

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Average number of core specialties represented on your care team</p>\r\n"}} id=text-eb985e4b37 class=cmp-text>

Average number of core specialties represented on your care team

100+

Number of patients with Williams syndrome we care for</p>\r\n"}} id=text-0d67eff53a class=cmp-text>

Number of patients with Williams syndrome we care for

40

Oldest age, in years, we see patients with congenital heart disease</p>\r\n"}} id=text-99a36b7741 class=cmp-text>

Oldest age, in years, we see patients with congenital heart disease

2

Nationally recognized heart centers, in Delaware and Florida</p>\r\n"}} id=text-7a0545b732 class=cmp-text>

Nationally recognized heart centers, in Delaware and Florida

Twice a year, families come to our hospital in Orlando for arranged visits. You can meet your child’s care team all at once and connect with other families on the same journey.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-868b43e2a0 class=cmp-text>

Twice a year, families come to our hospital in Orlando for arranged visits. You can meet your child’s care team all at once and connect with other families on the same journey.


We bring together an entire team to see your child in one visit. This makes it easier for your family and ensures we’re all on the same page.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-29c8dc6dc6 class=cmp-text>

We bring together an entire team to see your child in one visit. This makes it easier for your family and ensures we’re all on the same page.


As part of a nationwide network that helps further research and set the standard of care for kids with Williams syndrome, everything we do is to help kids live life to the fullest.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-49b5a18d2a class=cmp-text>

As part of a nationwide network that helps further research and set the standard of care for kids with Williams syndrome, everything we do is to help kids live life to the fullest.


We have providers in more than 30 pediatric medical and surgical specialties on-site. Your child gets a broad range of care under one roof.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-01055306a6 class=cmp-text>

We have providers in more than 30 pediatric medical and surgical specialties on-site. Your child gets a broad range of care under one roof.


Expert Care You Can Count On

Kids with Williams syndrome get coordinated care from an experienced team. We’re recognized for helping kids reach their highest ability. That’s because we know what to look for and can give the right care at the right time.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-5af53b1523 class=cmp-text>

Kids with Williams syndrome get coordinated care from an experienced team. We’re recognized for helping kids reach their highest ability. That’s because we know what to look for and can give the right care at the right time.

8+

Average number of core specialties represented on your care team</p>\r\n"}} id=text-330a6a1bee class=cmp-text>

Average number of core specialties represented on your care team

100+

Number of patients with Williams syndrome we care for</p>\r\n"}} id=text-e073b1d0a3 class=cmp-text>

Number of patients with Williams syndrome we care for

40

Oldest age, in years, we see patients with congenital heart disease</p>\r\n"}} id=text-9308d2dc2d class=cmp-text>

Oldest age, in years, we see patients with congenital heart disease

2

Nationally recognized heart centers, in Delaware and Florida</p>\r\n"}} id=text-0cea8a5171 class=cmp-text>

Nationally recognized heart centers, in Delaware and Florida

We bring together an entire team to care for your child. This makes it easier for your&nbsp;family and ensures we’re all on the same page.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-0eb6030e5b class=cmp-text>

We bring together an entire team to care for your child. This makes it easier for your family and ensures we’re all on the same page.


91´óÉñ is part of a nationwide network that helps further research and set the standard of care for kids with Williams syndrome. Everything we do is to help kids live life to the fullest.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-4b97cb5006 class=cmp-text>

91´óÉñ is part of a nationwide network that helps further research and set the standard of care for kids with Williams syndrome. Everything we do is to help kids live life to the fullest.


We have providers in more than 30 pediatric medical and surgical specialties on-site. Your child gets a broad range of care under one roof.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-17778eec68 class=cmp-text>

We have providers in more than 30 pediatric medical and surgical specialties on-site. Your child gets a broad range of care under one roof.


Care That Goes Beyond Medicine</h2>\r\n"}} id=text-dad9582b1e class=cmp-text>

Care That Goes Beyond Medicine

When your family comes to 91´óÉñ, you’re well cared for. We want you to understand your child’s condition and how to help them stay healthy and succeed. We help you find community resources for your family. We also offer many supportive services, like social work, lodging at nearby Ronald McDonald Houses, creative therapies, pet therapy, Child Life programs, and much more.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-3a6b7d4533 class=cmp-text>

When your family comes to 91´óÉñ, you’re well cared for. We want you to understand your child’s condition and how to help them stay healthy and succeed. We help you find community resources for your family. We also offer many supportive services, like social work, lodging at nearby Ronald McDonald Houses, creative therapies, pet therapy, Child Life programs, and much more.

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Convenient Follow-Up Appointments by Video</h2>\r\n"}} id=text-abfcb0276a class=cmp-text>

Convenient Follow-Up Appointments by Video

We offer follow-up appointments through scheduled, live video visits. You can avoid waiting rooms and save travel time. Ask your doctor if this is an option for your family.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-95c1ec6f2c class=cmp-text>

We offer follow-up appointments through scheduled, live video visits. You can avoid waiting rooms and save travel time. Ask your doctor if this is an option for your family.