Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

We are honored to be ranked among the nation’s top pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for the 21st year. The hard work and contributions from all departments of our healthcare system make it possible to achieve this recognition. Learn more: www.choa.org/usnwr2024. #BestHospital

The people make the place, and it’s no secret what truly sets Children’s apart is our amazing employees. From the front line to those who support our clinical teams, our people bring our Promise—People First, Children Always—to life. This Spirit Day, we pause to celebrate the incredible men and women who wear a Children’s badge. You make a difference in the lives of children every day, and we are so grateful for you!  While Spirit Day is one day a year, Children’s employees bring smiles and lift spirits all year long. Interested in joining our team? Find your passion at www.choa.org/careers.

After being diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia, Austin has shown us what true strength looks like. His family turned to our Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center, where a specialized team began his treatments. Austin’s resilience kept him pushing forward, handling treatments with bravery beyond his years. Watch his full story to see how this active four-year-old is doing today: https://lnkd.in/efhHQAqF. #ChildrensMiracleChild

Our Child Life Specialists bring their passion for kids to work every day, making hospital stays more comfortable for our patients and their families. From helping kiddos understand their procedures to offering guidance and support to parents and siblings, our Child Life team brings knowledge, compassion and joy to the hospital experience. #ChildLifeMonth

Onyx was living the dream—until a sudden, severe illness changed her life forever. The 19-year-old had developed acute psychosis which quickly progressed to life-threatening seizures and a coma. She was transferred to Children's, where she was diagnosed with anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis, a rare autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the brain. Dr. Varun Kannan, one of our neurologists who specializes in autoimmune neurological conditions, helped Onyx through therapies that slowly improved her brain’s inflammation and dysfunction. After nearly a month in our PICU, Onyx was eventually taken off a ventilator and transferred to our inpatient rehabilitation unit. Through rehab, she made remarkable progress and was ultimately discharged after an extensive four-month stay. Now, more than a year since her diagnosis, Onyx continues to make incredible strides in her recovery and is back to living life to the fullest. She is working a part-time job and recently climbed Stone Mountain with her mom. Go, Onyx!

Diagnosed at age 2, Maximus’ journey with Type 1 diabetes began early. But with support from his family and his care team, he’s learned over time how to manage the challenges of his illness, like fluctuating blood sugar levels, playing his favorite sports while wearing an insulin pump and glucose monitor, being extra mindful about what he eats and more. He continues to rise above, taking an active role in managing his condition and making “lemonade out of lemons,” says his mom, Melody. Watch how Maximus is living every day to the fullest: https://lnkd.in/ekeCfkzW. #ChildrensMiracleChild

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Today, we are celebrating all the incredible women at Children's—from our physicians, nurses and caregivers to our administrative staff and researchers. Their dedication and leadership continue to shape the future of pediatric healthcare.

After a two-year adoption journey, Chip and Michelle were overjoyed to welcome Brooklyn into their arms. However, when she wasn’t meeting developmental milestones, they knew something wasn’t right. An MRI revealed that Brooklyn had suffered a stroke, which resulted in cerebral palsy—a group of disorders affecting muscle tone, movement and coordination. They were referred to Children’s, where they found more advanced care—from aquatic and occupational therapy to robotic therapy. With the support of her incredible rehabilitation team, including her physical therapist, Amy Trask, and her own unbreakable spirit, five-year-old Brooklyn continues to gain new skills, proving every day that nothing can hold her back. Watch her inspiring journey here: https://lnkd.in/eeXrBp5P. #ChildrensMiracleChild

It's time to play ball! ⚾ Join Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Atlanta Braves for the 22nd Annual Spring Classic baseball game at Truist Park. Come watch The University of Georgia Bulldogs and the Georgia Institute of Technology Yellow Jackets square off on April 15—the only game this spring between the rivals—and take your photo with Hope and Will, Blooper, Hairy Dawg and Buzz! Get your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/dYADrXZs. Proceeds from the game will benefit our Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. #SpringClassic

Have you recently seen the start of a sniffle and had the immediate thought of, “Oh no, not again! Another virus? Didn’t we just do this?” You're not alone. From flu to RSV to walking pneumonia, respiratory viruses have been hitting families hard this season. In our latest podcast, we hear from Kayla, a mom of two, who shares her experience of watching her youngest daughter battle a severe respiratory illness—not once, but twice. We're also joined by Dr. Andi Shane, our Division Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, who breaks down why these illnesses seem especially prevalent this season, how they spread and what parents can do to protect their kids. Listen now by searching "hope will parenting" in your preferred streaming platform or click here: https://bit.ly/3EQRLnd.