Pediatric Pain & Palliative Care

Compassionate support for children with complex medical conditions in NJ

Our Pediatric Pain & Palliative Care program provides support for children of all ages who are living with serious or chronic illnesses. Our team of specialists, which includes physicians, advanced practice clinicians and child life specialists, works alongside your child’s primary doctors to manage symptoms, relieve pain and provide emotional support.

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care so your child can live as fully and comfortably as possible.

Our Comprehensive Approach to Care

We provide a wide range of services designed to support your child and family. Our teams are trained to care for children with chronic or life-limiting conditions.

Pediatric Palliative Care

Pediatric palliative care is available to any child with a serious illness and focuses on relieving symptoms such as pain, nausea and stress. It is not the same as hospice care and can be provided at any stage of illness. Our team works with your family to help you make medical decisions. We also provide emotional support for the entire family.

Pediatric Pain Management

Pediatric pain management is available through the Valerie Fund Pediatric Pain and Palliative Care Program at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital. The program is for children experiencing acute or chronic pain from an illness, injury or medical procedure. We use medication, physical therapies and integrative medicine techniques to manage pain effectively so your child can participate more fully in daily life.

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