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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is exploring the use of high-tech digital tools to improve family experience, access, care coordination and more.

Open Book, Open World

Feb 15, 2017

The Reach Out and Read program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia marked two major milestones: It celebrated its 20th anniversary and gave away its one-millionth book.

Herbie Hickmott outside in Philly

By Teens, for Teens

Feb 15, 2017

“AYA Cancer Chat: Life Interrupted” is an insightful, CHOP-produced podcast where adolescents and young adults discuss their experience with cancer, with the goal of helping current patients.

Alumni Notes Winter 2017

Jan 27, 2017

Cindy Christian, MD, Alumni Editor, writes about the new Alumni Organization website, how to participate in “Dr. Pat’s Pics,” and how to make a donation in Dr. Berman's memory.

A Conversation With Dr. Anna Meadows

Jan 27, 2017

Anna T. Meadows, MD, a pediatric oncologist who led the way for survivorship studies of children with cancer reflects on her 40-year career at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

Make the Diagnosis: Winter 2017

Jan 27, 2017

A 13-year-old female presented to an outside hospital with a three-week history of fatigue, emesis, 10-pound weight loss, headache, cough, and intermittent shortness of breath. Read more and see if you can make a diagnosis.

Iron Deficiency Anemia: When Iron Pills Don’t Help

Jan 27, 2017

In the pediatric population, toddlers and adolescent girls are most commonly affected by iron deficiency anemia (IDA). This case study explores when IDA should prompt investigation for malabsorption or bleeding.

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