Weinberg Family Cerebral Palsy Center

Have you heard about our community resource list? We have vetted and gathered resources from patients, families, staff etc. to provide the CP Community with a comprehensive list of helpful resources. Are we missing one? Direct Message us the resource you think should be added and our team will take a look. Check out the full list: https://bit.ly/39TyuQw

"The only way to get what you want in this world is through hard work" - Princess Tiana. We love this lifeshot from AACPDM and are thankful for the hardworking staff and faculty we have at the CP Center who are dedicated to furthering our mission.

For #WeinbergWednesday we want to highlight that the MOST common motor disability in childhood is Cerebral Palsy. As part of our mission to enhance understanding of cerebral palsy and its treatments, the Center provides education, resources, and support programs for patients, families, and health practitioners. For more info: https://www.weinberg.cuimc.columbia.edu/education

With COVID positive case numbers on the rise, we can understand your hesitation on making an appointment or coming into the office. We are happy to offer Telehealth and Same-day Telehealth appointments, so your healthcare needs can still be met. We are also accepting CP patients with a Telehealth visit from the state of Florida. For more info: https://bit.ly/36rOCGu

Meet Lydia, an adult with Spastic Diplegia cerebral palsy, who talks us through her recent experience as a participant in the Genetics Project Study taking place at the Weinberg Family CP Center in partnership with the Institute of Genomic Medicine: https://bit.ly/3kpLKhZ

"The #flu and #COVID19 are caused by different viruses, but they still share a number of symptoms, see below for the distinct contrasts between the two illnesses and what people should be on the lookout for: https://nyphosp.co/3n9cm90

Luke is a 13-year-old New York native with cerebral palsy and neuromuscular scoliosis. "My normal pediatric surgeon told me only Dr. Michael Vitale can do this, don’t let anyone else touch him, said Luke's mom. Luke had spine surgery with Dr. Vitale and his team in September, and have already seen multiple positive outcomes. The X-ray shows Luke's spine before (left) and after (right) surgery.... Read more: https://bit.ly/39sJOTn See more

"I have been ready for Halloween since last Halloween." Dressing up can be so much fun, we love seeing all the creative costumes our patients and community come up with every year, this year may look a lot different so taking it to at #TBT

We are excited to partner with the Cerebral Palsy Foundation for this awesome educational event! You'll have the chance to ask our five experts on the panel any questions you have about cerebral palsy treatment and care! Registration info included below.

We are excited to announce our upcoming virtual Lindenauer Lecture - "CP and the Disability Rights Movement: Where We've Been and Where We're Going." When: November 18, 5PM ET Who: Anyone can attend ... What: Join us for a discussion on the past, present, and future of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and what you can be doing as a medical provider, community member, and person with cerebral palsy. Register now for this free 1 hour event! https://bit.ly/wfcpc-ada

Please welcome WFCPC partner, Elisabeth Bellissimo, RN, MSN, CPNP-PC! Elisabeth is certified pediatric nurse practitioner in the Department of Rehabilitation and Regenerative Medicine at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. After receiving her Bachelor's degree in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania, she worked as a Registered Nurse at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital. She then went on to complete the University... of Pennsylvania's Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Program and received a Master's degree in Nursing. Q: How did you decide medicine was your career path: A: I have been passionate about pediatrics from the very beginning of my nursing career. Children are extremely resilient and have a unique way of bringing brightness and joy to any situation. As a health care professional, I always wanted to work with children because I believe that every child deserves an equal chance to live a long, healthy, and happy life. Q: What would you like to share with the CP Community: A: I feel honored to be a part of such a special group of health care providers who are dedicated to the care of children and adults with cerebral palsy. It is a joy to play a role in bettering the lives of those within the CP community. Additionally, as a certified yoga instructor, I am dedicated to making the practice of yoga accessible so that everyone has the opportunity to experience the many health benefits that yoga can provide.

"But I know we have a long way to go to make the rest of the world stand with us and understand that accepting and including people with disability is a benefit for all, because solutions are actually barriers when only people with certain abilities are included." Ariane share 7 things she wants to encourage the CP community with when it comes to advocating for inclusion and life with cerebral palsy. Read here: https://bit.ly/3d7iMR4

Just a little #MondayMotivation from our licensed therapist Jan Moskowitz.

"Today we recognize World Mental Health Day! A great time to remember to not only take care of your bodies, but your minds as well." - Jan Moskowitz, LCSW.

"Sometimes being a sibling is even better than being a super hero."

#WeinbergWednesday Spotlight on Jennifer Fashuen, our Research Project Admin. Jennifer spends most of her time working on the Genetics Project! Why did you want to work at WFCPC? "I wanted to work at the WFCPC because I wanted to serve and make a difference among an underserved and underrepresented community that suffers from a disability that is still under-explored." ... What do you love about working at the WFCPC? I enjoy interacting with the CP patients during their visits to the clinic and helping them gain resources to better understand the etiology of their CP. I also enjoy being able to witness their growth and improvement."