At the Adolescent and Young Adult Clinic at Children’s Nebraska, we are dedicated to helping our young adult patients navigate the transition from childhood into adulthood. We provide routine care and work with young adults between the ages of 11 and 21 on addressing the challenges and changes that are unique to this age group — from mental and physical health concerns to adolescent gynecology to reproductive health. We strive to create a care environment where all teens feel respected and supported.
Our Specialist
Conditions We Treat
- Acne
- Delayed puberty or short stature
- Eating disorders
- Gynecologic concerns, including:
- Irregular menstrual cycles
- Delayed or no menstrual cycles
- Unplanned vaginal discharge
- Pelvic pain
- Male genital concerns
- Mental health concerns, including:
- Depression and anxiety
- Oppositional behaviors
- Self-harming behaviors
- Non-surgical sports medicine concerns, such as acute or chronic joint and muscle pain
- Obesity
- Recurrent or chronic headaches
- Recurrent or chronic abdominal pain
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Substance abuse
Treatments and Services
- Accutane for acne
- Annual well visits
- Reproductive health services:
- Birth control (including Nexplanon)
- Sexually transmitted disease testing and treatment
- Sports physicals
- Visits for acute illnesses, such as sore throat or stomach ache
Adolescent Health Resources
Our new Teen Health Resource Center contains information for teens and families about some of the most common health and well-being topics affecting young adults.
Dating, Sexuality & Sexual Health
Healthy relationships, safe sex, sexting and bullying, and LGBTQ+ health.
Additional Resources
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For Teens
- Acne Resource Center (American Academy of Dermatology Association)
- Contraception (birth control) (Office on Women’s Health)
- Dealing with depression (HelpGuide)
- Drug and alcohol use (National institute on Drug Abuse)
- Managing anxiety and stress (Anxiety & Depression Association of America)
- National Eating Disorder Association
- Preparing for your first gynecologic visit (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists)
- Quitting smoking (Smokefree.gov)
- STD prevention (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
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For Parents
- Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology Department
- Eating Disorder Program
- Just Kids podcast:
- COVID-19 and teens:
- Adolescent and Teen Sports Injuries: Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Is Your Teen Vaccinated?
Children’s is offering the COVID-19 vaccine to patients ages 12 and older. Learn about why vaccination is so important for your teen and schedule an appointment today.