Rare Diseases in Children

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is a regional leader in providing diagnosis and care for children with rare diseases.

Strong young boy in hospital bed dressed as superhero
Strong young boy in hospital bed dressed as superhero

Treatment of Rare Diseases in Children

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is a regional leader in providing diagnosis and care for children with rare diseases. Families come to us from throughout Florida, the nation and around the world in search of our specialty care excellence.

The hospital offers a wide array of specialized programs and clinics to support the care of children with uncommon medical conditions, providing hope and advanced care for those we serve. Many of our specialty clinics bring together a multidisciplinary medical team to collaborate in the care of each individual child. To learn more about individual programs please follow the links below.


Brain Institute

Cancer and Blood Disorders Institute

Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Spine Institute

Heart Institute

The International Vascular Birthmarks Institute

Craniofacial Center

NCPS Services

Gastroenterology and Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center

Brachial Plexus Program

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featured patient photo.

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