Researchers from CHOP and Penn are working to perfect 3D models of GI disease and create more personalized treatments for patients.

Fall 2022 saw the loss of two more CHOP luminaries as Ralph Wetmore, MD, former Chief of Otolaryngology, and Audrey Evans, MD, former Chief of Oncology, died in September.

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is the most common inherited blood disorder worldwide; with patients experiencing acute or chronic pain, and increased risk of bacterial infections, organ damage, and stroke.

Welcome back to the annual Chief Residents update column. Our residents have been working so hard during the pandemic and now the unprecedented fall viral surge.

STXBP1-related disorders include gastrointestional and respiratory symptoms in certain patients, according to extensive interviews with caregivers.

A $25 million gift from an anonymous donor to Penn Medicine and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) will establish the Center for Epilepsy and Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ENDD), accelerating collaborative research in genetic therapies for neurodevelopmental disorders.

Regional and local differences in the diagnosis and treatment of celiac disease affects outcomes for youth.

Dr. Callahan discusses his interest in PVS and his hopes for CHOP’s new program.

A new study used electronic health record data to identify risk factors associated with kidney function decline in those with pediatric chronic kidney disease.

Learn about the decrease in numbers of completely unvaccinated children in the CDC’s annual survey, and check out “The Vaccine Quest,” a free online course for anyone who wants to find out more about vaccines.