The US Food and Drug Administration has approved two new breakthrough therapies for patients with sickle cell disease (SCD), and we believe both may enhance the treatment of our patients here at CHOP.

An unrelenting, deep bone pain that woke him up from sleep is what led to Jake’s diagnosis just last March of Ewing sarcoma, one of the most common bone tumors in children and adolescents.

Three physicians were presented with the Alan R. Cohen Master Clinician Award in CHOP’s Department of Pediatrics.

A 10-month-old female infant underwent neuro-ophthalmic evaluation for a new-onset lid ptosis and pupillary miosis on the right side. There was no history of birth trauma. Vision, eye movements, fundi, and general examination were normal.

Lead poisoning can have a life-long impact on your child. Kevin Osterhoudt, MD, offers tips to help keep your child safe – especially if you live in an older home.

Check out photos from our 2019 Keto Party — our biggest one yet

Information on the latest changes to foods used in the keto diet.

An update on the safety of Zantac and the availability of Cytra-K for patients on the ketogenic diet

Dr. Christian will be co-hosting the CHOP Alumni Reception along with Dr. St. Geme during the annual Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting and looks forward to catching up and reporting back.

Two new division chiefs, concussion study update, and ultrasound guided placement of IVs.