Introducing Dr. Mavroudis, the Cardiac Center’s Newest Attending Surgeon
Jun 15, 2021
Dr. Mavroudis discusses his career path, his personal hero and the importance of resilience — both in athletics and in medicine.
Osteochondroma
<p>Osteochondroma is the most common benign bone tumor in children. Because an osteochondroma often displays no symptoms, the tumor may only be discovered when a child notices a bump, or reports pain. For some children, the osteochondroma may never be discovered.</p>
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Social Security Fund (CSS) in Panama Sign Letter of Understanding for Clinical Education
Jun 11, 2021
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Social Security Fund (CSS) in Panama have signed a letter of understanding to explore a collaborative training and educational program. The letter of understanding provides a high-level, comprehensive overview of potential collaborations that will enhance clinical insights and improve pediatric patient care.
The Power of Reading Together for Families to Cope with Adversity
Jun 15, 2021
Routines like reading together and storytelling can help families cope with adversity, such as the impact of COVID-19.
Fifth Annual Philly Spin-In Raises More Than $665,000 to Support the Cardiac Center at CHOP
Jun 9, 2021
On June 5 & 6, 2021, CHOP hosted its fifth annual Philly Spin-In, a high-energy team cycling party, raising more than $665,000 (and counting!) to benefit the Cardiac Center at CHOP.
Cell Phone Use While Driving May Be Tied to Other Risky Road Behaviors in Young Adults
Jun 10, 2021
Pattern of risky driving practices associated with impulsivity, including speeding and running red lights.
CHOP Celebrates NASH Day 2021
Jun 10, 2021
The Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) Clinic at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) celebrates International NASH Day 2021.
Psychologist Joins Adrenal and Puberty Center Team
Jun 8, 2021
Last fall, Leela Morrow, PsyD, joined the Adrenal and Puberty Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, adding another service to the comprehensive program.
Dr. Kassa Darge Receives Inaugural Robert Suskind & Leslie Lewinter-Suskind Faculty Global Health Award
Jun 7, 2021
Dr. Darge recognized for his lifelong commitment to improving global health and access to care.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Launches Innovative Virtual Teen Driving Assessment Program with $4 Million Grant from NJM Insurance Group
Jun 8, 2021
The $4 million grant from NJM will help kick off a new young driver program in the summer of 2021 that will offer a state-of-the art virtual driving assessment system at select CHOP Primary Care locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Funding from the CHOP Cares EXCEL Grant Program Helps Healthy Hearing Community Education Program Expand
Jun 3, 2021
Thanks to funding from the CHOP Cares EXCEL Grant program, the Healthy Hearing Community Education Program (HHCEP) at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia was able to screen nearly 200 children in Delaware County for hearing loss during the 2020-2021 school year, against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic.