Medical Specialties 
Caitlin
Pediatric Diabetes Program
On New Year's Eve, Kelly found her 10-month- old daughter, Caitlin, lying in bed with labored breathing and her hands and feet were cold and blue. Immediately, she rushed Caitlin to the Emergency Room where doctors struggled to get an IV in her because she was so dehydrated and her veins were collapsed.
"Our daughter had been in such a critical state, we feared she might die," said Kelly. Caitlin was diagnosed with diabetes. For the rest of her life, keeping track of blood sugar levels and administering insulin will be vitally important.
"In learning to live with Caitlin's diabetes, we have been blessed with love and support from family and friends, as well as an amazing physician, Dr. Robin Nemery, and staff at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital," said Caitlin's mom.
Tips
- Bring your child's medical records
- Have the name & phone of your child's physician handy
- Let the medical personnel know of any allergies
- Try to leave siblings at home if possible