Pediatric Neurosurgery Story Book

Pediatric Neurosurgery Story Book:

(Acrobat pdf version)

Pediatric & Developmental Neurosurgery Center:

referrals

“Dr. Medlock is a pediatrician as well as a pediatric neurosurgeon. That combination gives him great people skills. Plus, he’s very reassuring, competent and extraordinarily clear. When he gave us his card and told us to call him at any time, we knew he meant it. He suggested we keep a notebook and write in every person who came to treat Sam, record their name, what they did for him, and make sure we understood what they were doing. We continue to use that notebook to this day.” excerpts from an interview with Sam’s father

“Having cancer has not changed my plans for the future. When I grow up I still want to be a goalie on the US men’s soccer team and compete in the Olympics. I want to run the Boston marathon. And some day I want to build houses and drive a forklift. Having cancer has made me more aware of others who are going through cancer treatment. When I see people with cancer, I want to share my experience and offer encouragement to them. “My comeback is still happening. I am getting glasses to help my double vision. I take medicine to fix problems caused by my treatment. And I am building my strength so I do not tire so easily. It has taken a long time to recover from this, but I am coming back!” - excerpt from Alex’s autobiography

MassGeneral Hospital for Children is committed to making expert, state-of-the-art treatment available to children from across the community and beyond. The members of our network, which includes Newton-Wellesley and North Shore Children’s Hospitals, as well as hundreds of community pediatricians and pediatric specialists, work together to ensure that this goal is met. The family of sixteen-year-old Sam, a patient diagnosed with medulloblastoma at North Shore Children’s Hospital, describes this connection well:

“Sam’s surgery went well and he now faces radiation therapy and chemotherapy. While he had his surgery at Mass General in Boston, he has seen Dr. Medlock for follow-up back at North Shore Children’s Hospital. We had the convenience of our local hospital with the quality of care of a worldclass hospital. For that, my family is very grateful.”

Either families or physicians may make referrals to or inquiries about our Pediatric Neurosurgical Services by calling 617-726 3887.

Or you may refer to the enclosed insert (opposite) for specific referral information.