Great Ormond Street Hospital International and Private Care

To the incredible mothers in our GOSH community across the Arab world —your strength, love, and unwavering support make all the difference. This Mother’s Day, we honour you and the endless care you provide, knowing that healing is not only medical—it’s also found in a mother’s touch. Thank you for being the heart of every journey. #HappyMothersDay #WithLoveFromGOSH

A #GOSH world first in gene therapy! A baby boy born with a rare condition has become the first in the world to be treated with a new, potentially lifechanging, investigational gene therapy on a clinical trial at GOSH. 14-month-old Tomas was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition which causes ammonia to build up in the blood. This causes serious side effects as it is toxic, especially to the brain. Tomas took part in the OTC-HOPE clinical trial and received the gene therapy last year via an infusion into his liver cells. Since receiving the treatment, he has made good progress. Mum Mariana said: “We're so pleased Tomas was able to have the gene therapy - it's been incredible.” 💙   Find out more: https://bit.ly/4l1cUvB   #GOSH #GeneTherapy #ClinicalTrials

Congratulations to Dr. Sophia Varadkar, one of our esteemed Consultant Paediatric Neurologists, who has been appointed as Acting Chief Medical Officer at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH). Mat Shaw, Chief Executive of GOSH, said: “We are delighted to have Sophia step into the role of Acting Chief Medical Officer. She brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to delivering exceptional care for children, having held several key leadership roles across the Trust. “Sophia’s dedication to advancing paediatric care has been invaluable, and we are confident that her leadership will continue to strengthen our mission to provide the best possible outcomes for our patients.” Learn more about Dr. Varadkar's new role here: https://bit.ly/4bYG4Ho #GOSH

Recently, a #UAE delegation, led by Professor Maha Barakat, Assistant Minister of Medical Affairs and Life Sciences at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, had the privilege of visiting young Emirati patients at #GOSH. In the spirit of Ramadan, the visit was filled with joy, special gifts, and heartfelt wishes for a swift recovery, bringing comfort and hope to the children and their families. This thoughtful gesture is a reflection of the UAE’s unwavering commitment to improving children’s healthcare, strengthened by the Zayed Centre for Research into Rare Disease in Children — a legacy made possible through the generosity and vision of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. #ZCR #GOSHInternational

Happy Emirati Children’s Day! 🌟🇦🇪 At #GOSH, we celebrate the resilience, curoiosity and boundless potential of every child. On this special day, we reaffirm our dedication to providing world-class treatment and care to support the health and well-being of children everywhere. Wishing all #Emirati children a future filled with health, happiness, and endless possibilities! 💙✨ #EmiratiChildrensDay #UAE #ChildrensHospital #GOSHInternational كل عام وأطفال الإمارات بخير! 🌟🇦🇪 في #مستشفى_جريت_أورموند_ستريت، نحتفي بقوة الإرادة، والفضول، والإمكانات اللامحدودة لكل طفل. وفي هذا اليوم المميز، نجدد التزامنا بتقديم أفضل سبل الرعاية والعلاج عالمي المستوى، لضمان صحة ورفاهية الأطفال في كل مكان. نتمنى لجميع الأطفال الإماراتيين مستقبلاً مشرقاً مليئاً بالصحة والسعادة والفرص اللامحدودة! 💙✨ #يوم_الطفل_الإماراتي #الإمارات #مستشفى_جريت_أورموند_ستريت

Meet Professor Stephen Marks, Consultant Paediatric Nephrologist and Clinical Lead for Renal Transplantation at #GOSH. With over 20 years of experience, Professor Marks leads the UK’s largest paediatric kidney transplant unit, providing life-changing care for children and young people. In addition to his clinical role, Professor Marks is:  ·      Professor of Paediatric Nephrology and Transplantation at UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health  ·      Director of the NIHR GOSH Clinical Research Facility  ·      An active researcher in renal transplantation, anti-rejection drug trials, and autoimmune conditions  ·      An editorial board member for journals like Pediatric Nephrology, Pediatric Transplantation, and the British Journal of Renal Medicine    Previously named one of The Times Top 100 Children’s Doctors, Professor Marks combines clinical excellence with innovative research to improve outcomes for children with complex kidney conditions. His leadership continues to shape cutting-edge treatments and inspire collaboration with healthcare partners worldwide.   Learn more about his impactful work: https://bit.ly/4iLSVik #PaediatricNephrology #KidneyTransplant #ChildrensHealth #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalLeadership #ResearchExcellence #Partnerships #GOSHInternational

This World Kidney Day, we’re reflecting on an extraordinary achievement in paediatric renal care at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH).💫 Aditi's story is nothing short of groundbreaking. Just over a year ago, she became the first child in the #UK and #NHS to come off immunosuppressants one month after her kidney transplant. This was made possible through a pioneering approach where Aditi received her mother’s bone marrow to reprogram her immune system, enabling her body to accept the donor kidney without rejection. This incredible milestone was the result of the relentless dedication of GOSH’s Renal Transplantation team, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of specialists from Dialysis, Bone Marrow Transplant, Paediatric Intensive Care, Immunology, Surgery, and Anaesthesia. Their teamwork demonstrates the power of collective expertise in transforming paediatric care. Professor Stephen Marks, Clinical Lead for Renal Transplantation at #GOSH, shares: “In 25 years of practice, this is the first time I’ve cared for a patient who has not required immunosuppression after a transplant. We hope our research will offer a life-changing option for more children like Aditi.” With support from the National Institute for Health and Care Research and Kidney Research UK, the Renal Transplantation team is pioneering research into biomarkers that can detect kidney rejection before it occurs, which promises earlier interventions and improved outcomes for transplant patients. Aditi’s progress is a testament to the future of paediatric renal care and the impact of research-driven innovation. Today, she’s thriving, enjoying activities like singing, dancing, and sports. 🕺👟 Read more about Aditi’s inspiring journey and the groundbreaking work of the Renal Transplantation team here: https://bit.ly/3E49aIx #WorldKidneyDay #RenalTransplant #PaediatricHealthcare #MedicalInnovation #KidneyResearch #Transplantation #HealthcareLeadership #LifeChangingCare #GOSHResearch

Research and innovation are central to everything we do at #GOSH. Patients seen at hospitals that carry out research have better outcomes, they have more confidence and feel more informed. This International Women's Day we're celebrating the hard work of #GOSH Senior Research Nurse, Lizzie Vella. For the past eight years Lizzie has worked in our Clinical Research Facility looking after children taking part in clinical trials. She shares her insight on what it's like working in paediatric research: https://bit.ly/3QSSeYw #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #ChildrensHospital #ClinicalResearch

At #GOSH, we are proud to have staff from 124 nationalities, each bringing unique skills, passion, and expertise to the care of our patients and their families. A heartfelt thank you to our overseas #NHS workers—your commitment enriches our organisation and is deeply valued! #OverseasNHSWorkersDay #GOSHInternational #ChildrensHospital #TeamGOSH #NHSTogether

40 years ago, on 3rd March 1985, #GOSH surgeons Prof. Lewis Spitz and Mr. Edward Kiely, supported by a team of 26 clinicians, made history with the first-ever separation of conjoined twins. Today, that legacy of innovation and hope continues. 💙✨ Holly, who underwent life-saving surgery as a newborn, recently reunited with the pioneering surgeons who changed her life “I wanted to say thank you to them both, I truly am alive because of them and I know it was a whole different world 40 years ago and things were quite new in this in realm”. Since that landmark operation in 1985, GOSH has cared for 43 sets of conjoined twins, more than any other hospital in the world. From groundbreaking surgical advancements to virtual reality surgical planning, the expertise at GOSH continues to shape the future of care for conjoined twins. To read the full story visit: https://bit.ly/4kAtBh8 #GOSHInternational #ConjoinedTwins #PaediatricSurgery #MedicalInnovation #SurgicalExcellence #Healthcare