Doctors saved Ila's life when they transplanted a portion of her mother's liver.
Neonatologist Anna Penn, MD, PhD, is taking a new approach to studying neurological difficulties in preemies by focusing on steroids produced by the mother’s placenta.
To treat a rare kidney tumor, Brandon underwent a groundbreaking surgery in which his kidney was removed, cleared of the tumor, and then reimplanted into his body.
Important outreach programs help to care for our community’s children in the face of economic uncertainty.
When Ethan was diagnosed with autism, our child psychiatry experts helped him improve his language and social skills.
Research being conducted by Shreyas Vasanawala, MD, PhD, may one day revolutionize pediatric imaging.
A handheld microscope no larger than a ballpoint pen holds the promise of a normal lifespan for children afflicted with deadly brain tumors.
At 10 months old, Noelle became the youngest person to have her aortic valve replaced without opening her chest. Watch the video to hear her dad talk about the decision.
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