When a child has abnormal levels of hormones or enzymes in their body, it can create metabolic disorders that disrupt the body’s processing of key building blocks, such as carbohydrates and fatty acids. In some cases these disorders allow substances to build up to toxic levels or create a serious deficiency that leads to other health problems.

Metabolic diseases can range from amino acid disorders to hyper- and hypo-thyroidism. Fortunately, the endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism care team at Florida Hospital for Children are leaders in treating pediatric metabolic diseases and disorders.

Our highly trained experts can evaluate your child’s problem, diagnose it accurately through advanced screening and testing, and devise a treatment plan that is comprehensive and effective. Led by board-certified pediatric endocrinologists, our team will be at your child’s side every step of the way as the root causes of the problem are identified and treated using leading edge therapies.

Florida Hospital for Children treats more than 40 different pediatric metabolic disorders, including:

• G6PD deficiency
• Galactosemia
• Hyperthyroidism
• Hypothyroidism
• Phenylketonuria

A Helping Hand When You Need it Most

When your child is having health problems you often don’t know where to turn. At Florida Hospital for Children, our team knows that you can be overwhelmed with the many decisions you have to make about your child’s care. That’s why we take the time to explain everything to you in clear, easy-to-understand terms. To help you schedule appointments, we have a Child Care Coordinator who can act as your personal concierge. It’s a free service, and you don’t even need a referral.

To put your child at ease, we have created a scare-free zone where patients feel right at home among the many familiar Disney® characters and special touches that make our hospital very kid friendly. Plus, every member of our staff cares deeply about the health and well-being of our young patients and goes out of their way to make your visit here as stress free as possible.