22Q Multidisciplinary Clinic

Specialists in our 22Q Multidisciplinary Clinic care for children and adults with genetic differences caused by a missing or extra piece of chromosome 22. 22Q Deletion Syndrome, also known as DiGeorge Syndrome or Velocardiofacial Syndrome, can cause health issues that include:

  • Congenital heart defects
  • Kidney problems
  • Low calcium levels
  • Immune system disorders
  • Thyroid conditions
  • Velopharyngeal dysfunction (palate and throat walls)
  • Speech difficulties
  • Learning differences

Pediatric Specialties

Our team addresses these conditions and provides regular follow-up care in several pediatric specialties including:

  • Genetics
  • Immunology
  • Endocrinology
  • Ear Nose Throat (Ear, nose and throat)
  • Speech pathology
  • Nutrition

We meet on the third Wednesday afternoon of every month offering comprehensive visits, and our team makes referrals to other specialists as needed.

Contact Us

To schedule an appointment, call 954-265-6319, option 1.

Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
Outpatient Specialty Center
1131 North 35th Ave., 2nd Floor
Hollywood, FL 33021

JDCH Genetics Team