Cystic Fibrosis Center

Social Work

The social workers in Pediatric Pulmonology provide support services to patients and families living with cystic fibrosis. Services include psychosocial assessment, treatment and/or referral to appropriate community providers, and other resources.

Contact

Marcy ODell, LMSW
Phone: (585) 275-2464

Social Work at Golisano Children's Hospital

What is Cystic Fibrosis?

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a chronic condition in children and adults. It most often affects the lungs and digestive system of the body. Children with CF may have chronic lung infections and/or poor digestion of their food. Symptoms which are sometimes seen in CF but are also common in other illnesses may include:

A chronic cough
Frequent infections in the lungs
Wheezing/asthma
Nasal polyps
Difficulty gaining weight
Salty taste of the skin