Professionals and families that manage medically complex cases face higher cross-specialty care demands, advanced medical technology needs (like ventilators), and extended recovery timelines. For patients with these acute needs, specialty hospitals become a pillar of daily life.
Mother Cabrini Hospital for Children with Special Needs, located in New York City, is licensed with licensed and staffed for specialized care.
Common Medically Complex Conditions in Pediatric, Young Adult, and Adult Populations
As one of the largest care providers in New York, we see a range of medically complex conditions. The following list, created by our care team, is not exhaustive but highlights common scenarios.
What Does “Medically Complex” Mean?
“Medically complex” is a clinical term used when a child, young adult, or adults meets criteria such as:
- Multiple organ systems involved, requiring significant medical oversight
- Ongoing specialized medical technology (e.g., ventilator, feeding tube)
- Repeated admissions for acute medical needs and extended hospital stays, indicating ongoing, highly acute care needs
When families experience this combination of unique medical challenges, specialty hospitals like Mother Cabrini become their primary medical home.
Conditions We Commonly Support
We help patients with respiratory, neurodevelopmental, cardiac, immunodeficiency and genetic conditions.
Respiratory Conditions
Patients may rely on invasive or non-invasive ventilator support over prolonged periods. We offer specialized care for:
- Chronic lung disease
- Tracheostomy care
- Neuromuscular disorders
Our environment provides continuity of care and safety for patients with fragile pulmonary systems.
Neurological Conditions
We care for patients with complex neurologic diagnoses, including:
- Severe cerebral palsy
- Traumatic brain injury
- Seizure disorders
- Spinal cord injuries
Cardiac and Nutritional Needs
Some of our patients require ongoing cardiac medical oversight outside of an acute hospital. We support families on the complex journey of chronic or recovering heart conditions. Our care team manages advanced feeding and nutritional needs, collaborating with nutritionists and specialists to ensure maximum safety, growth, and quality of life.
Immunodeficiency and Infection Risk
Patients with high infection risk or immune suppression need extra protection and precise planning. Our care team provides:
- HIV care with complex medication schedules
- Safe care environments for immunocompromised individuals
Our Commitment to Families
Across every complex medical need, we create structured, compassionate care plans that adapt as patient’s needs evolve. Our goal is to support you so that you can focus on loving and caring for your child or family member.
Medically complex conditions need the stability and trust of a true medical home, where special equipment and trained care teams provide compassionate, specialized environments.
Need Specialty Care?
If your loved one is need of specialized care services, we are here to help.
Call our CARE line at 855-951-2273 (CARE) or fill out a request form on our website.