CF centers in Boston

Jenica · Mar 31, 2010

We were at MGH until two years ago when our doctor moved to Children's, and I have to say Children's has been a much better experience for me. First of all, it's just outside the city, so although traffic can still be a bear, I easily shave 30 minutes off each visit for drive-time. Also, the CF center at MGH moved many, many times in the four years we were there, and I found a couple of the locations difficult to manage with children. (Our stroller had to stay in the lobby, for example)

Another thing I appreciate about Children's is that all of the services you'll need are either brought to your room (blood draws, weight, height, oxygen saturation, etc) or located nearby. At MGH we had to visit different departments (usually different buildings) for blood work and for x-rays, and weights/heights, etc were taken in a common area.

MGH was a good experience, but Children's has been by far better for our family.

Best wishes on finding a center you feel comfortable with, and if you want to know anything further, I'd be happy to answer any questions!

Jenica · Mar 31, 2010

We were at MGH until two years ago when our doctor moved to Children's, and I have to say Children's has been a much better experience for me. First of all, it's just outside the city, so although traffic can still be a bear, I easily shave 30 minutes off each visit for drive-time. Also, the CF center at MGH moved many, many times in the four years we were there, and I found a couple of the locations difficult to manage with children. (Our stroller had to stay in the lobby, for example)

Another thing I appreciate about Children's is that all of the services you'll need are either brought to your room (blood draws, weight, height, oxygen saturation, etc) or located nearby. At MGH we had to visit different departments (usually different buildings) for blood work and for x-rays, and weights/heights, etc were taken in a common area.

MGH was a good experience, but Children's has been by far better for our family.

Best wishes on finding a center you feel comfortable with, and if you want to know anything further, I'd be happy to answer any questions!

Jenica · Mar 31, 2010

We were at MGH until two years ago when our doctor moved to Children's, and I have to say Children's has been a much better experience for me. First of all, it's just outside the city, so although traffic can still be a bear, I easily shave 30 minutes off each visit for drive-time. Also, the CF center at MGH moved many, many times in the four years we were there, and I found a couple of the locations difficult to manage with children. (Our stroller had to stay in the lobby, for example)

Another thing I appreciate about Children's is that all of the services you'll need are either brought to your room (blood draws, weight, height, oxygen saturation, etc) or located nearby. At MGH we had to visit different departments (usually different buildings) for blood work and for x-rays, and weights/heights, etc were taken in a common area.

MGH was a good experience, but Children's has been by far better for our family.

Best wishes on finding a center you feel comfortable with, and if you want to know anything further, I'd be happy to answer any questions!

Jenica · Mar 31, 2010

We were at MGH until two years ago when our doctor moved to Children's, and I have to say Children's has been a much better experience for me. First of all, it's just outside the city, so although traffic can still be a bear, I easily shave 30 minutes off each visit for drive-time. Also, the CF center at MGH moved many, many times in the four years we were there, and I found a couple of the locations difficult to manage with children. (Our stroller had to stay in the lobby, for example)

Another thing I appreciate about Children's is that all of the services you'll need are either brought to your room (blood draws, weight, height, oxygen saturation, etc) or located nearby. At MGH we had to visit different departments (usually different buildings) for blood work and for x-rays, and weights/heights, etc were taken in a common area.

MGH was a good experience, but Children's has been by far better for our family.

Best wishes on finding a center you feel comfortable with, and if you want to know anything further, I'd be happy to answer any questions!

Jenica · Mar 31, 2010

We were at MGH until two years ago when our doctor moved to Children's, and I have to say Children's has been a much better experience for me. First of all, it's just outside the city, so although traffic can still be a bear, I easily shave 30 minutes off each visit for drive-time. Also, the CF center at MGH moved many, many times in the four years we were there, and I found a couple of the locations difficult to manage with children. (Our stroller had to stay in the lobby, for example)
 
 Another thing I appreciate about Children's is that all of the services you'll need are either brought to your room (blood draws, weight, height, oxygen saturation, etc) or located nearby. At MGH we had to visit different departments (usually different buildings) for blood work and for x-rays, and weights/heights, etc were taken in a common area.
 
 MGH was a good experience, but Children's has been by far better for our family.
 
 Best wishes on finding a center you feel comfortable with, and if you want to know anything further, I'd be happy to answer any questions!

humphrey711 · Apr 1, 2010

When our daughter was diagnosed at 9 days old, while in the NICU for premature birth, we contacted Children's and went there for our first appointment. It was horrible. We never even saw a doctor as she just kept us waiting. I was so angry and swore I would never send my daughter there. We called NEMC and MGH and received a call from the director at MGH the next day. It was Saturday and he called us from home. I knew then we found the right guy. About a year later he told us he was moving to Children's. I was so upset but we love him and his nurse practitioner so we followed him to Children's and haven't had a bad experience at all. Everyone has been great and I am very happy with the switch. I wouldn't have made the move it wasn't for our doctor but I am glad we did. I think others on this board know Dr. Dorkin and are very happy with the care at Children's. Good luck in your decision.

humphrey711 · Apr 1, 2010

When our daughter was diagnosed at 9 days old, while in the NICU for premature birth, we contacted Children's and went there for our first appointment. It was horrible. We never even saw a doctor as she just kept us waiting. I was so angry and swore I would never send my daughter there. We called NEMC and MGH and received a call from the director at MGH the next day. It was Saturday and he called us from home. I knew then we found the right guy. About a year later he told us he was moving to Children's. I was so upset but we love him and his nurse practitioner so we followed him to Children's and haven't had a bad experience at all. Everyone has been great and I am very happy with the switch. I wouldn't have made the move it wasn't for our doctor but I am glad we did. I think others on this board know Dr. Dorkin and are very happy with the care at Children's. Good luck in your decision.

humphrey711 · Apr 1, 2010

When our daughter was diagnosed at 9 days old, while in the NICU for premature birth, we contacted Children's and went there for our first appointment. It was horrible. We never even saw a doctor as she just kept us waiting. I was so angry and swore I would never send my daughter there. We called NEMC and MGH and received a call from the director at MGH the next day. It was Saturday and he called us from home. I knew then we found the right guy. About a year later he told us he was moving to Children's. I was so upset but we love him and his nurse practitioner so we followed him to Children's and haven't had a bad experience at all. Everyone has been great and I am very happy with the switch. I wouldn't have made the move it wasn't for our doctor but I am glad we did. I think others on this board know Dr. Dorkin and are very happy with the care at Children's. Good luck in your decision.

humphrey711 · Apr 1, 2010

When our daughter was diagnosed at 9 days old, while in the NICU for premature birth, we contacted Children's and went there for our first appointment. It was horrible. We never even saw a doctor as she just kept us waiting. I was so angry and swore I would never send my daughter there. We called NEMC and MGH and received a call from the director at MGH the next day. It was Saturday and he called us from home. I knew then we found the right guy. About a year later he told us he was moving to Children's. I was so upset but we love him and his nurse practitioner so we followed him to Children's and haven't had a bad experience at all. Everyone has been great and I am very happy with the switch. I wouldn't have made the move it wasn't for our doctor but I am glad we did. I think others on this board know Dr. Dorkin and are very happy with the care at Children's. Good luck in your decision.

humphrey711 · Apr 1, 2010

When our daughter was diagnosed at 9 days old, while in the NICU for premature birth, we contacted Children's and went there for our first appointment. It was horrible. We never even saw a doctor as she just kept us waiting. I was so angry and swore I would never send my daughter there. We called NEMC and MGH and received a call from the director at MGH the next day. It was Saturday and he called us from home. I knew then we found the right guy. About a year later he told us he was moving to Children's. I was so upset but we love him and his nurse practitioner so we followed him to Children's and haven't had a bad experience at all. Everyone has been great and I am very happy with the switch. I wouldn't have made the move it wasn't for our doctor but I am glad we did. I think others on this board know Dr. Dorkin and are very happy with the care at Children's. Good luck in your decision.

Jenica · Apr 2, 2010