A Brief History of Pediatric Surgery at CHOP
May 11, 2022
CHOP’s Department of Surgery has been led by surgical pioneers who’ve played a seminal role in shaping the practice of pediatric and fetal surgery worldwide.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
<p>Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. Early emergency treatment using CPR and AEDs can help prevent sudden cardiac death.</p>
First Child to Receive Revolutionary CAR T Therapy Celebrates 10 Years Cancer Free
May 11, 2022
Emily Whitehead, now 17, received life-saving treatment at CHOP, transforming the field of cancer immunotherapy.
Emily Whitehead, First Pediatric Patient to Receive CAR T-Cell Therapy, Celebrates Cure 10 Years Later
May 11, 2022
Whitehead received life-saving treatment at CHOP, under the care of Dr. Stephan Grupp, transforming the field of cancer immunotherapy.
CHOP Researchers Develop New Computational Tool to Interpret Clinical Significance of Cancer Mutations
May 6, 2022
CHOP researchers have developed new software called CancerVar, which helps researchers assess the clinical impacts of over 13 million somatic cancer mutations.
CHOP Study Finds Neighborhood Poverty and Crowding Associated with Higher Rates of COVID-19 in Pregnancy
May 5, 2022
CHOP researchers found neighborhood characteristics were associated with higher rates of SARS-CoV-2 in pregnancy during the prevaccination era of the COVID-19 pandemic.
CHOP Study Finds Pandemic Led to Decline in Exercise Performance in Children and Young Adults
May 6, 2022
Children and young adults experienced a decline in cardiopulmonary exercise performance during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study by researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).
CHOP Oncologists Recognized at 2022 ASPHO Conference
May 5, 2022
Drs. Yael Mossé and Sogol Mostoufi-Moab were recognized at the 2022 ASPHO Conference for their outstanding contributions in the field of pediatric oncology.
Dr. Kassa Darge Presented Global Humanitarian Award from The American College of Radiology Foundation
Apr 26, 2022
Dr. Darge was recognized for his leadership in international medical outreach over his 30-year career.
My Baby Failed the Newborn Hearing Screening — Now What?
May 3, 2022
Get answers to your questions about the newborn hearing screening and learn what to do if your baby doesn’t pass this test.
Benefits of Exercise May Vary Greatly in Primary Mitochondrial Disease
Apr 28, 2022
While the benefits of exercise may outweigh the risks, genetic status should be considered when recommending it as therapy.