Our specially trained physicians and critical care experts offer an unparalleled level of expertise to children recovering from critical pediatric illnesses, and support to families though their child’s hospitalization.
Oct 8, 2024
After nearly a year at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), conjoined twins Amari and Javar Ruffin were successfully separated by CHOP surgeons on August 21, 2024.
May 17, 2024
In a new retrospective cohort study, researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) discuss disparities in race and ethnicity when enrolling families to participate in research conducted in its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
Aug 3, 2022
Robert Sutton, MD, will fulfill leadership role within the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine.
Feb 8, 2022
Inspired by the separation of conjoined twins Addy and Lily Altobelli, an anonymous donor will match up to $2 million.
Jan 21, 2022
Addison and Lilianna Altobelli spent nearly a year at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia before being separated on October 13, 2021, and are now home in Chicago.
Mar 31, 2020
In January, members of CHOP's Biomedical Optical Devices to Monitor Cerebral Health program were in Dubai for the Arab Health conference.
May 14, 2019
Visiting a child in the hospital can lift everybody’s spirits. But if you’re sick or you’ve been around someone who is sick, a hospital visit can have serious consequences.
Oct 1, 2018
Incorrect placement of nasogastric (NG) tubes carries risk of serious complications.
Jul 23, 2020
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s ECMO Center receives the “Platinum Level ELSO Award for Excellence in Life Support.”