The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 157, Issue 3 , Pages 357-359 , September 2010

Treatment for Obese Children: A Ray of Hope?

  • Rae-Ellen W. Kavey, MD, MPH

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Rae-Ellen W. Kavey, MD, MPH, Division of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Rochester School of Medicine, 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642.

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doi: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2010.04.068

The Journal of Pediatrics
Volume 157, Issue 3 , Pages 357-359 , September 2010

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