Foundation news
Making a World of Difference
Using a portable ultrasound machine, Dr. Alexandra Vinograd diagnosed telescoping intestines in a 4-month-old girl in Liberia. A surgery helped save the baby's life.
A Night Aglow
The CHOP Choir and a crowd of 200 gathered in December to celebrate the Season of Light, a community-wide fundraiser and show of support for the children at CHOP.
A Team Effort
A recent $1 million donation from the Eagles Charitable Foundation will support autism research and programs at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
What about Whooping Cough?
The whooping cough vaccine dramatically reduced the number of death each year; however, whooping cough has had a resurgence. Dr. Feemster explains why.
Open Book, Open World
The Reach Out and Read program at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia marked two major milestones: It celebrated its 20th anniversary and gave away its one-millionth book.
By Teens, for Teens
“AYA Cancer Chat: Life Interrupted” is an insightful, CHOP-produced podcast where adolescents and young adults discuss their experience with cancer, with the goal of helping current patients.
Spreading Holiday Cheer
During the recent holidays, many of our dedicated staff helped bring the joy of the season to our patients and families.
Giving Thanks: A Video Message
Please watch a special Thanksgiving video tribute we created to thank you for supporting Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. You make possible the many breakthroughs that improve and save children’s lives, impacting families here and around the world.
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Names New Chief Development Officer
CHOP has chosen Monica Taylor Lotty as its new executive vice president and chief development officer, following an extensive national search.
First Child to Undergo a Bilateral Hand Transplant Marks One Year since Surgery at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
One year after Zion's hand transplant surgery, Children's Hospital shares an update on his progress.