Children's Wisconsin

A full house and a system-wide audience! More than 500 team members joined us both in person and virtually for our Children’s Wisconsin town hall, which was filled with meaningful conversations, recognition and a few surprises. Gil Peri, President and CEO opened the event by sharing one of his favorite quotes from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in honor of MLK Day. The event also highlighted the incredible work our staff is doing, including Demetrius, a Public Safety Officer who was recognized for his compassionate response in assisting a visitor in distress. These town halls focus on open dialogue, connection and celebrating the individuals who make a difference every day. We are already looking forward to the next one!

We are proud to celebrate Carey Ehlert, MD, as she was the inaugural recipient of 2024 March of Dimes Hero in Action Award. She’s been recognized for her outstanding contributions to the care of premature and critically-ill newborns. Dr. Ehlert is the Medical Director of the Children's Wisconsin Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a distinguished neonatologist of more than 20 years, having spent her entire career at Children’s Wisconsin. Dr. Ehlert has consistently demonstrated exceptional expertise, dedication and compassion in caring for our most vulnerable patients. Throughout her career, she has been at the forefront of innovative neonatal care, contributing to improved survival rates and long-term health outcomes for infants. Dr. Ehlert has an extraordinary ability to communicate with parents and families in a compassionate manner and create a respectful environment that offers tremendous support to families in their greatest times of need. Congratulations, Dr. Ehlert!

Calling all pediatric professionals! 📣 Join us for the Best Practices in Pediatrics Conference on March 7–8, at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells! Topics include: • Cutting-edge topics: Tongue tie, lead poisoning, hyperlipidemia, kidney failure, neurogastroenterology and more. • Must-see panel: Primary care's role in fighting gun violence. • Poster reception: Case studies, research, and QI projects. Learn by day, splash by night! Network while floating the lazy river and make connections that matter. Register now at https://lnkd.in/eGHvpSJk. Don’t miss this perfect mix of learning and fun! Watch the video for details. See you in March!

Larisa Broglie, MD, and Julie-An Talano, MD, are changing the lives of kids with sickle cell disease. For a bone marrow transplant to have the best chance of being successful, the donor needs to be a full match. As recently as 10 years ago, a half-match wasn’t viable. But thanks to the work of Dr. Broglie, Dr. Talano and colleagues at nine other cancer centers in the United States, that’s changing. Read this blog post to learn more about how our doctors are offering life-changing bone marrow transplants to kids who previously wouldn’t have had the option — and about one incredible young boy who has been given a second chance to be a kid. Doctors at Children’s Wisconsin are there for kids, #AtEveryTurn. https://lnkd.in/gspcYwAS

There’s a lot to love about pediatrics, but first, let’s address some common myths. We’re tackling the top four myths head-on. Swipe through our graphics to learn the truth about working in pediatric health care and discover why this field offers: • Dynamic growth opportunities • Deep emotional rewards • A career that truly makes a difference See for yourself! Visit our page for more information and to apply today. https://lnkd.in/gBJ3PNwV

We were proud to sponsor Milwaukee Hmong New Year, and we had the incredible opportunity to connect with the Hmong community through a powerful collaborative project with local Hmong artist Koaly Lo of Moonlight Hmong Designs. Together, we created a meaningful mural that celebrates gratitude and community strength. Inspired by traditional Hmong story cloths and the symbolic "elephant's footprint" design representing family and resilience, our booth invited families to share what they're grateful for in 2024 or wish for in 2025.

What an incredible year we had at Children’s Wisconsin! We experienced a year full of fun, community, and celebrations. Here’s a look back at the amazing events we were proud to be a part of: Green Bay Kids Day — We had a blast spreading joy and sharing fun activities with families and children in the Northeast! Milwaukee's PrideFest —We had an amazing time celebrating love, inclusion and acceptance with our staff and community! Milwaukee Juneteenth Celebration — We had an incredible time commemorating freedom and community on this momentous holiday! Marcus Rainbow Summer — We enjoyed celebrating art, music, and creating magical moments with the community! Wisconsin State Fair —We enjoyed the best of Wisconsin with all of the amazing families we met! Mexican Fiesta —We had an unforgettable time celebrating this vibrant culture, tradition and community! Hmong New Year— We had an incredible time honoring traditions, culture, and community with our staff and the Hmong community! Thank you to everyone who joined us, and to our incredible staff who made these events extra special! Want to be part of our team making a difference in the community? Explore our career’s page to view all open positions! https://lnkd.in/eU9gjTaK

Switching from adult to pediatric care might seem daunting, but for Jodi, it was an exciting and rewarding change. As a registered technologist, she received on-the-job training that helped her not only learn pediatric protocols but also embrace new skills — like singing to her patients! “The biggest challenge was getting comfortable with being goofy and singing to help kids hold still for their tests,” she said. “Singing through a microphone with other techs, nurses, doctors and even parents around was intimidating at first, but it’s all about making the kids feel safe.” What’s most rewarding? “Kids are so resilient! We’re making a difference in their lives and helping them through their hardest times. The collaboration with physicians and nurses is phenomenal, unlike anything I experienced in the adult world.” Are you interested in making the switch from adult care to pediatrics? Visit our page to learn more! https://lnkd.in/g26CPFVv

When it comes to helping babies heal and thrive, there really is no place like home. And that's what inspired Julie Lavoie, PhD, AC-PNP, to start the Enteral Feeding Program at Children’s Wisconsin. In the past, premature babies would often spend weeks or months in the hospital as they learned to feed. But thanks to Dr. Lavoie and the Enteral Feeding Program, many of these babies are able to grow and develop at home while continuing to be closely monitored by their care team. Read this blog post to learn more about this unique program and how it’s helping babies go home faster than ever. https://lnkd.in/gt9RsQqf

Congratulations to the most recent Foundations of Leadership graduating class! These 20 leaders have demonstrated their dedication to their teams, to their colleagues and to our “At Our Best” culture. Foundations of Leadership is a leadership training program designed for supervisors and managers of Children's Wisconsin. The year-long program provides leaders with critical knowledge, skills and tools needed to engage their teams and achieve greater results. Please join us in congratulating Amber Bergner, Brooke Roloff, Carl Peluso, MD, Cathy Lopez, Deborah Martinez, Emerald Lee, Emily Douglas, Erin Koceja, Hannah Kirk, Jaya Iyer, MD, Jessica Jansky, Kya Hulse, AuD, Mallorie Gaw, Maria Beyer, Matthew Poeppel, Stephanie Sulla, Cindy Shilling, Emily Achor, Jennifer Doerr, Mackenzie Rutledge, and Nicole Stills. You all help Children’s Wisconsin be at our best.