Using 3D Modeling to Remove a Tumor and Save a Kidney
Oct 2, 2019
3D-printed models of organs give surgeons new perspectives that allow them to accomplish what previously wasn’t possible.
Crossed-Eyes (Strabismus)
<p><blurb></blurb></p> <p>A child with strabismus has one or both eyes that turn inward, outward, up, or down. At times, more than one of these conditions are present.</p> <p> </p>
CHOP Celebrates Second Annual Cardiac Family Fun Day
Oct 1, 2019
On September 21, 2019, more than 250 patients and families from the Cardiac Center at CHOP came together to celebrate the second annual Cardiac Family Fun Day!
2019 Parkway Run & Walk Raises Record-Breaking $1.5 Million for Cancer Center at CHOP
Oct 1, 2019
The 17th Annual Parkway Run & Walk presented by Citadel raised a record-breaking $1.5 million to support childhood cancer research and care at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
High-Risk, High-Reward Grants Go to Two CHOP Researchers
Oct 1, 2019
Two scientists at CHOP have received highly competitive five-year grants from the National Institutes of Health to advance innovative research on the leading edge of biomedicine.
The Buzz about New A1c Targets
Sep 27, 2019
ISPAD has recommended that children with diabetes aim for a target A1C of less than 7%, instead of the higher target of 7.5%.
Recruiting and Retaining a Diverse Workforce: Trainee Perspective
Sep 26, 2019
Pediatric medicine trainees sit down for a roundtable discussion to share their perspective on how CHOP’s Department of Pediatrics prioritizes diversity.
Recruiting and Retaining a Diverse Workforce: Faculty Perspective
Sep 26, 2019
Faculty from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia sit down for a roundtable discussion on CHOP’s efforts to recruit and retain a diverse workforce.
Initiatives Highlighting CHOP’s Efforts in Diversity and Equity
Sep 26, 2019
Read about initiatives across the hospital that support our efforts to grow a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our patient population.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Opens the Justin Michael Ingerman Center for Palliative Care
Sep 26, 2019
A generous donation of $3 million by the Justin Ingerman Foundation will help launch the next generation of services and care for CHOP’s internationally recognized Pediatric Advanced Care Team (PACT).
First Large-Scale Study of Universal Screening for Autism Raises Critical Questions about Accuracy, Equity
Sep 27, 2019
Researchers urge continued autism screening for all toddlers, while recommending changes to M-CHAT screening method to improve accuracy and address disparities.