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

As Child Life Month comes to a close, we want to extend deep gratitude to our amazing Child Life team! Thank you for the kindness, compassion and dedication you show patient families day in and day out, and for making Lurie Children's a brighter, more comforting and emotionally safe place. You are our #MoodBoosterMonday today and every day! For more information on Child Life services at Lurie Children's and coping resources, visit https://lnkd.in/dfaEJ8Ay #ChildLifeMonth #all4your1

Today, in honor of National Doctors Day, we celebrate the compassionate and courageous doctors at Lurie Children’s. Every day, they touch countless lives with their expertise, kindness, and dedication. Their commitment shapes brighter and healthier futures for every child! Thank you for being the source of hope for so many of our patients and their families. Honor a physician who has made a difference in your life or the life of a family member or friend by recognizing them in the comments! #all4your1 #doctorsday You can also honor a caregiver by visiting the link below. https://lnkd.in/gXEHhhRj

Research from Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute’s at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago strongly suggests that Kawasaki disease is caused by a single respiratory virus that is yet to be identified. Findings contradict the theory that many different pathogens or toxins could cause this disease that can lead to serious cardiac complications in young children. “The cause of Kawasaki disease has been a mystery for over 50 years,” said Anne Rowley, MD, pediatric infectious diseases expert and scientist at Manne Research Institute at Lurie Children’s, who is the lead author on the study published in Laboratory Investigation. “Our compelling data are a huge step forward and provide a clear direction for the field to identify and sequence the virus that causes Kawasaki disease in susceptible children. This will be critical to advancing the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Kawasaki disease.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gHGduauc. #kawasakidisease #infectiousdiseases #research

March is Child Life Month, and Lurie Children’s celebrates its child life specialists and the compassionate care they provide. Every child deserves emotionally safe care. Emotional Safety is an intentional practice child life specialists use to promote resiliency, healing and trust for pediatric patients and their families during medical experiences. Lurie Children’s child life specialists help patients in the Regenstein Cardiac Care Unit and throughout the hospital cope with their care and feel emotionally safe. Thank you, Lurie Children’s child life specialists, for being amazing resources and educators to our patient families! Learn more about child life specialists and emotional safety: https://lnkd.in/gGpkKkhH

We are thrilled to announce Erik King, MD, MS, has been named the Head of the Division of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine at Lurie Children's. He will also hold the Martha Washington Foundation Professorship in Pediatric Orthopaedics. He is and will remain a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Northwestern University - The Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. King has been a dynamic member of the division since 1999, serving as interim division head since 2021. “Dr. King’s leadership experience, academic accomplishments, faculty development skills and dedication to patient care will continue to serve him well in his division head role,” said Lurie Children’s Surgeon-in-Chief Dr. Thomas Inge. “The division will continue to excel, thrive and grow with him at the helm." Read more https://lnkd.in/gR_nbgjt. #orthopedicsurgery #othropedicsurgeon #surgeon #pediatricsurgery #pediatricsurgeon

Last week, thousands of medical students across the country celebrated #MatchDay! Lurie Children's is thrilled to welcome our newest class of pediatric residents who matched in Categorical Pediatrics, Child Neurology and Pediatrics/ Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. This incredible group brings diverse experiences and fresh perspectives, and are ready to make an impact in Chicago. Welcome to the Lurie Children's family; we can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish! 💙 #Pediatrics #FuturePediatricians #all4your1 Northwestern University - The Feinberg School of Medicine

It's estimated that nearly 4 million surgeries are performed on children each year in the U.S., but no matter how complex or routine these surgical procedures may seem, none are simple, and the skill of a surgeon is always a key component of its success. On this episode of Precision, Earl Cheng, MD, explains the benefits of seeking out highly trained pediatric surgeons and specialized providers, like those at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. https://lnkd.in/ecXiHB6c

Registration for Run for Gus, presented by Deloitte is now open, and we invite you to be part of this impactful day! Whether you run, walk, or donate your support fuels critical advancements in pediatric brain tumor research. The walk takes place at Diversey Harbor, followed by an after-party celebration with food, music, and kid entertainment. Don’t miss out! For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/gYT88apT. #runforgus Young Associates Board of the Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

When Caitlyn and Shawn went for what they expected to be a routine ultrasound, they had they had no idea it would lead them to Lurie Children’s and into fetal surgery all in the same day. An ultrasound technician at a hospital in Chicago detected a fetal abnormality and helped the couple get a same day appointment at The Chicago Institute for Fetal Health, one of a handful of comprehensive fetal centers in the country where they could get the specialized care they needed. After a specialized Ultrasound at the CIFH, Caitlyn was diagnosed with Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS). The CIFH team explained that one fetus was receiving more of the blood flow from the placenta than the other, causing the fetuses to grow and develop differently, which could lead to severe issues for both twins. The couple was shocked and worried but felt comforted by the specialists at CIFH who answered their questions and prepared them for the road ahead. To give the twins the best chance at survival, they made a quick decision to undergo surgery. Caitlyn underwent a minimally invasive laser procedure, in which she was awake, to treat the affected blood vessels in the placenta, and help each fetus get a more equal blood flow. The surgery was successful, and Shawn and Caitlyn waited out the rest of their pregnancy at home while seeing specialists for weekly ultrasounds. Charlotte and Emerson were born into the world healthy and with only a one-pound difference in their weight. Shawn and Caitlyn took them home after only a few nights. Today the twins are eight months old and are already showing their unique personalities. Their parents are so grateful for the care they received at Lurie Children’s and the future they can look forward to for their family. The Chicago Institute for Fetal Health is one of a handful of comprehensive fetal centers in the country. Learn more about the institute and corrective fetal interventions on the Lurie Children’s website: https://lnkd.in/e9Yh6Q7

Lurie Children’s renowned Cochlear Implant Program founder and surgeon Dr. Nancy Young is among the esteemed members of the newly formed Scientific Council for Childhood Hearing with The Oberkotter Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to improving outcomes for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Bringing together experts across multiple fields, the council aims to improve understanding and support for affected families. Learn more about Dr. Young and her work: https://lnkd.in/gsUH6SnZ