Children Requiring Thyroid Surgery Experience Better Outcomes at High-volume Surgery Centers
Apr 4, 2019
Of nearly 500 patients seen at CHOP’s Pediatric Thyroid Center, very few needed to return to the OR, according to new research.
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Child Life, Education and Creative Arts Therapy at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia supports the unique needs of children as they cope with illness and injury.
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Adolescents with Suicidal Ideation Show Some Evidence of Superior Cognitive Function
Apr 2, 2019
Having better cognitive function does not protect teens from suicidal thoughts, according to a new study.
CHOP Awarded $936,000 from Inaugural Eagles Autism Challenge
Apr 2, 2019
The inaugural Eagles Autism Challenge awarded Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia $936,000 to support cutting-edge autism research and programs.
CHOP Nurse Honored by the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
Apr 2, 2019
Sharon Y. Irving, PhD, MSN, CRNP, was recognized for her work in helping critically ill children.
CHOP Doctor Talks to KYW Newsradio about Peanut Patch Research
Mar 11, 2019
The skin patch may one day help children with peanut allergies.
Pediatric Cell Atlas Will Map Single-cell Changes for a Deeper View of Child Health and Disease
Mar 28, 2019
Researchers plan to create a powerful new resource for fine-grained understanding of human growth and development, with an unprecedented window into the unique biology of children.
The Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Center Earns Accreditation from the Adult Congenital Heart Association
Mar 28, 2019
The Philadelphia Adult Congenital Heart Center is the only program of its kind in the region, and treats all types of congenital heart conditions in adult.
March Is National Child Life Month
Mar 27, 2019
March is National Child Life Month. Join the Cardiac Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) in celebrating.
News and Views: Measles — the Virus, the Disease, the Vaccine
Mar 28, 2019
Get answers to questions you may not realize you had about measles disease and vaccine.
How to Choose a Pediatrician: What to Look For
Apr 1, 2019
The pediatricians at CHOP have compiled the most important things for you to consider when choosing your baby's pediatrician.