Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Majority of working dads in study took 2 weeks or less family leave Researchers found that many fathers wanted to take more family leave but faced barriers to taking it, including inflexible work schedules.

When it comes to family leave, American fathers are left behind. A study by @luriechildrens.bsky.social & Feinberg's Craig Garfield, JJ Parker, & their colleagues finds that 64% of fathers took less than two weeks—or no leave at all—after their child’s birth. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2025/...

Don't miss the Midwest Society for Pediatric Research (MSPR) 2025 Meeting!

#MSPR2025 is happening September 17–19, 2025, at @luriechildrens.bsky.social in Chicago, IL.

Check out the program and register today to secure your spot: mspr2025.eventscribe.net

Congrats to Dr. Defne Magnetta, pediatric heart failure & transplant physician, on being named to The Organ Donation and Transplantation Alliance's inaugural “40 Under 40” list! This honor recognizes significant contributions to the field via leadership, collaboration & innovation.👏 bit.ly/4lm4Chw

Medicaid helps keep this toddler alive and at home. Federal cuts could put it all at risk. Marely requires 24/7 care after receiving a heart transplant covered by Medicaid. The U.S. Senate is considering slashing the program.

Marely Chavarria Santos requires 24/7 care after receiving a heart transplant covered by Medicaid. The U.S. Senate is considering slashing the program.

Medicaid helps keep this toddler alive and at home. Federal cuts could put it all at risk. Marely requires 24/7 care after receiving a heart transplant covered by Medicaid. The U.S. Senate is considering slashing the program.

Marely requires 24/7 care after receiving a heart transplant covered by Medicaid. The U.S. Senate is considering slashing the program.
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In a special episode of Precision podcast, hear the story of Patrick’s diagnosis with drug-resistant epilepsy caused by a perinatal stroke. Patrick’s family sought specialized care from Dr. Sandi Lam, which changed the course of Patrick’s life.

Listen now: www.luriechildrens.org/en/precision...

For more than thirty years, Dr. Nancy Young has treated thousands of children for hearing loss, improving their hearing and quality of life. Learn more about her research and audiology cochlear implant success at Lurie Children’s in this podcast episode.
www.luriechildrens.org/en/precision...

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery for Pediatrics Gains Ground Implementation of the ERAS program delivers better patient outcomes, achieves shorter lengths of stay, and saves money.

More pediatric teams are using ERAS protocols to manage post-op pain without opioids, focusing on early mobility, clear liquids pre-surgery & family education. Dr. Mehul Raval recently concluded one of the largest pediatric ERAS trials to date: ENRICH-US. www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...

So proud of our fellows presenting at @luriechildrens.bsky.social Research Scholar day today!

Lurie Cancer Center Drs. Sheetal Kircher, Sunandana Chandra & Tara Henderson are on the Hill at the #ASCOAdvocacySummit to advocate for cancer research and ensure all patients have access to high-quality cancer care! @ascocancer.bsky.social @nufeinbergmed.bsky.social @luriechildrens.bsky.social

The latest report from Voices of Child Health in Chicago and Chicago Department of Public Health reveal the top 10 child health concerns among Chicago adults, including gun-related violence in neighborhoods, poverty, lack of adult supervision and social media use. Learn more: bit.ly/3RGeIMQ

Lurie Children's is thrilled to welcome our 2025 pediatric residents! This incredible group brings diverse experiences and fresh perspectives, and are ready to make an impact in Chicago. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish! #MatchDay #Pediatrics

The skill of a surgeon is always a key component of a procedure's success. On this episode of Precision, Earl Cheng, MD, explains the benefits of seeking out highly trained pediatric surgeons and specialists like those at Lurie Children's.
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Lurie Children's is co-leading an innovative study to evaluate ways to improve recovery and outcomes in children undergoing elective gastrointestinal surgeries. Learn more from Dr. Mehul Raval. Listen to the podcast episode here:
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Grateful to have such an amazing @lurienephrology.bsky.social and @luriechildrens.bsky.social PICU crew here in San Diego for AKI-CRRT 2025! Great opportunities for learning about updates in critical care nephrology 🫘💉☀️

The Heart Transplant Program at Lurie Children's is one of the largest and most comprehensive heart transplant programs of its kind in the country. Learn more about the program and 40-person cardiovascular thoracic surgery team in this podcast episode:
www.luriechildrens.org/en/precision...

Research from Lurie Children's Dr. Susanna McColley and colleagues found that too many infants receive a delayed diagnosis of cystic fibrosis, which leads to worse outcomes, and infants who are Black, Hispanic, Asian, or multiracial are particularly impacted. www.luriechildrens.org/en/news-stor...

Debra Weese-Mayer, MD, Chief of the Division of Pediatric Autonomic Medicine at Lurie Children’s, was awarded the Paula H. Stern Award for Outstanding Women in Science and Medicine, presented by the Women Faculty Organization of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. bit.ly/3XamW2O

The Lurie Children’s Heart Center cares for some of the smallest and most complex neonatal patients. Learn from surgical co-director, Dr. David Winlaw, about the specialized teams and expert care in this podcast episode.
www.luriechildrens.org/en/precision...

Fetal cardiology specialists can diagnose congenital heart defects before a baby is born. Dr. Patel and Dr. Nugent are two of the cardiologists at Lurie Children's who help families plan and navigate these diagnoses.

Learn more in this podcast episode: luriechildrens.org/en/precision...

Sarcomeres vs nephrons? No way, says the awesome CardioRenal collaboration happening at @luriechildrens.bsky.social. Thanks @kidney-kula.bsky.social for a fantastic Grand Rounds on the interplay of kidney and heart health! 🫘🤝🏻🫀 — and may we all flozinate freely!

In this podcast episode Bria M. Coates, MD, discusses her research in pediatric critical care medicine, shares insights into the challenges of respiratory illnesses in young patients, and impact of these infections on long-term health. Listen now.
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Patients and families can help by bringing gently used eyeglasses to their next appointment. Donation boxes are located at the fourth-floor ophthalmology clinic at Lurie Children’s main hospital and Lincoln Park, Lake Forest, New Lenox, Northbrook, Westchester and Skokie outpatient locations.

Everyone deserves to have access to quality eyeglasses. That’s why Lurie Children’s Division of Ophthalmology has partnered with Respectacle to recycle used eyeglasses for individuals in need. The ophthalmology team cleaned and categorized over 100 pairs of donated glasses in December!😎

Fatty Filum Terminale Tethered Cord Release by Dr. Robin Bowman YouTube video by StayCurrentMD

Join Dr. Robin Bowman, director of the Spina Bifida Center at Lurie Children's, demonstrating the surgical release of a fatty filum terminale for tethered cord syndrome. Learn how this procedure helps improve mobility and prevent neurological complications in kids.
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Dr. Jennifer Jao from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and Northwestern University - The Feinberg School of Medicine has been selected as Co-Chair of the International Maternal Pediatric and Adolescent AIDS Clinical Trials (IMPAACT) Network. www.luriechildrens.org/en/news-stor...

As we look back at 2024, we are extremely grateful for our Luire Children's community and all that we've accomplished together this year.

Every child deserves to thrive, and 2025 brings a renewed opportunity to serve the children of Chicago and beyond. Bring on the new year!

At Lurie Children's, a team of specialists is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for children with chest wall conditions, including pectus excavatum. Learn more about the sugical and non-surgical options for treatment and management of pectus conditions: www.luriechildrens.org/en/blog/what...

Thank you for stopping by! These visits bring so much hope to patient families spending the holidays in the hospital❤️‍🩹

A flyer advertising Drs. Wafik Sedhom and Robert Liem's talk entitled 'Sickle Cell Disease: A Vision for the Future at NMH' for Northwestern's Medical Grand Rounds on Dec. 18th 2024

Please join us on Wednesday, Dec. 18th at Noon for our next #medicalgrandrounds ! We will be joined by Wafik Sedhom, MD and Robert Liem, MD, MS from @nufeinbergmed.bsky.social @luriechildrens.bsky.social

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