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Spina bifida causes, symptoms and treatment

<p>Spina bifida is a birth defect in which an area of the spinal column doesn’t form properly, leaving a section of the spinal cord and spinal nerves exposed.</p>

Leading With Purpose

Mar 1, 2021

Madeline Bell, who celebrated her five-year anniversary as CHOP’s President and CEO in 2020, reflects on innovation and commitment.

A Priceless Gift

Mar 1, 2021

The MBA Opens Doors Foundation’s grants provide comfort and security to CHOP families in need.

Baby Sleep Questions, Answered

Mar 1, 2021

Having a new baby can wreak havoc on a caregiver’s sleep, and trying to predict infant sleep, well … it can be like trying to predict the weather.

CHOP Offers New Hair Care Products for BIPOC Patients

Feb 25, 2021

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) became the first pediatric hospital to offer an expanded range of hair care products – including shampoo, conditioner, hair moisturizing lotion, brushes and caps.

CHOP Launches Kabuki Syndrome Clinic

Feb 25, 2021

The Kabuki Syndrome Clinic is one of the few of its kind in the world and offers a multidisciplinary team approach to treat patients with this rare genetic condition.

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