Children's In the News
Children’s National concussion expert featured on Kojo Nnamdi Show - November 5, 2009Gerry Gioia, PhD , a nationally-recognized expert in concussions, appeared on WAMU’s Kojo Nnamdi show to discuss head injuries in youth sports.Children's National profiled in PBS' NewsHour feature on H1N1 - October 27, 2009David Stockwell, MD describes how H1N1 impacts the hospital and our patients.Children’s Urologist treats kidney stones in kids - October 2, 2009Dr. Hans Pohl describes an increase in kidney stones in children and how to treat them.Children’s Neuropsychologist Talks Concussions - September 21, 2009Gerry Gioia, PhD , discusses appropriate concussion management for kids in the New York Times .Children's Emergency Department Nurse on CNN - September 21, 2009Michael Knapp, RN, Executive Director of the Emergency Medical Trauma Center discussed health reform on CNN’s American Morning.Media coverage of the $150 million gift to Children’s National - September 16, 2009View and read coverage of this historic event that will change the future of pediatric surgery for millions of children worldwide.Children’s National geneticist featured on the cover of Parade Magazine - August 27, 2009Learn more about our national and international research in muscular dystrophy.Sudden Infant Death Syndrome study published by Dr. Moon - August 27, 2009A study published by Rachel Moon, MD, showed that nearly one third of photos in women’s magazines depicted babies in unsafe sleep positions, which puts them at risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Dr. Moon recommends that babies fall sleep on their backs rather than their stomachs. She also says babies should sleep on a hard surface with no soft bedding.Children’s chief of GI, John Snyder, MD featured on NBC4 with patient on Celiac disease - August 27, 2009Triplets rescued from a house fire were successfully treated at a multidisciplinary team at Children’s National - August 27, 2009HPV vaccine mandatory in DC for girls - August 27, 2009Media coverage of the President’s visit to Children’s - July 23, 2009View and read highlights of the President's visit to Children's, details of the roundtable discussion, and much more.Children’s Chief Medical Officer discusses H1N1 planning on World News with Charles Gibson - July 23, 2009Children’s Chief Medical Officer Peter Holbrook, MD , appeared on World News with Charles Gibson to discuss ongoing hospital preparations to handle any future increases in H1N1 (swine flu) cases.Watch full video Read the full text of the story here Children's emergency medicine specialist on CNN - July 23, 2009Christina Johns, MD, takes part in a roundtable discussion about health reform on CNN's American Morning Watch full video>> Asthma Study Cites Misuse of Inhalers - July 15, 2009
Children’s emergency department doctor weighs in on common problems families have when using asthma inhalers
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Children’s psychiatrist offers tips to parents for children who steal. - July 13, 2009Read the article from Parents. New Guidelines for Pediatricians to Help Prevent Bullying - June 16, 2009Children’s expert co-authors new AAP guidelines to help pediatricians actively prevent bullying and other forms of youth violence.The New York Times Associated Press articles or watch news coverage from CBS Evening News . Joseph Wright, MD, discusses the American Academy of Pediatrics’ bullying recommendations with CBS News - June 16, 2009Associated Press’ article discuses new American Academy of Pediatrics' bullying recommendations - June 16, 2009Children’s Psychiatrist Offers Expertise for ADHD - June 12, 2009Adelaide Robb, MD , a child and adolescent psychiatrist, provides tips for children and families with ADHD .Children’s concussion expert interviewed by New York Times. - June 8, 2009Gerard Gioia, PhD, a national leader in concussion treatment and research, spoke with The New York Times about updated treatment guidelines. Read more .Children's pediatrician discusses diabetes on CNN - June 5, 2009Fran Cogen, MD , leads Children’s National’s Diabetes Program. She talked about the Supreme Court Justice nominee’s diabetes with CNN.Family featured on Today Show discussing son’s live-saving heart surgery at Children’s National. - June 2, 2009Brett and Amy Baier’s son, Paul, received life-saving cardiac surgery by Richard Jonas, MD , just days after he was born. The family discusses his care on the Today Show.Moving the Tiniest Patients - May 18, 2009Read about the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) facilities move on May 17 on Fox 5.Children’s team provides world-class care for tiny patient - April 9, 2009Children’s otolaryngologists and critical care specialists team together to provide care for Jaden. Watch the story Educating Parents about SIDS - February 26, 2009Rachel Moon, MD , discusses safe sleep practices for infants with CNN. Embedded video from CNN Video Protecting Children From Burns - February 25, 2009Children’s Burn Team wants to help keep kids safe from burns. Our nurse offers tips Parenting blog Children’s National Supports Vaccinations - February 17, 2009Children’s National Pediatrician Linda Fu, MD, discusses the benefits of vaccines on Fox 5.Watch the video. Children’s National Lead Study Featured in the Washington Post and on NPR - January 27, 2009Dana Best, MD, a pediatrician and lead expert, led a study that analyzed lead levels in children in DC.Read the article. Children’s Emergency Medicine Expert on CNN - January 20, 2009Christina Johns, MD, a pediatric emergency medicine physician, joined Sen. Bill Frist and Bernadine Healy, MD, on CNN’s American Morning to discuss the state of health care in the United States.Back to top 2008 Washington Post Campaign for Children’s raise money for the hospital each year. Click on the links below to read this year’s stories.
Even the smallest step will help Children's Hospital Campaign-November 17, 2008
Reluctantly accepting deadhead cabs-November 18, 2008
At hospital, wresting control of Spina Bifida-November 19, 2008
Children's Hospital surgeon tames 'angry organ'-November 25, 2008
Couple's wish: A better heart for baby-November 26, 2008
Giving extra thanks for Children's Hospital after baby with heart trouble goes home-November 27, 2008
Bringing the body's deepest secrets to light-December 3, 2008
Her nose knows the importance of Children's Hospital-December 10, 2008
Little sacrifices can add up to something great-December 15, 2008
Girl's Leukemia Drains Insurance Coverage-December 17, 2008
A Nice Bit of Surgical Engineering-December 22, 2008
First Time Around, Earth Stood Still Right Here-December 23, 2008
The High Quality of Care At Children's Is No Accident-December 29, 2008
In the role of parent, the doctor knows best-January 6, 2009
Teenager's sudden illness tests Children's Hospital's virtuosity- January 7, 2009
The futures made possible by Children's Hospital-January 8, 2009
Children's world-renowned cardiologist saved child's life by diagnosing very rare cardiac defect December 16, 2008 Children's neuropsychologist discusses parent-to-parent sharing of medical records Children's specialist speaks out about mercury hazards to children Children's researcher discusses SIDS study Children's bone health specialist discusses common childhood injuries and how to prevent them Children's SIDS expert speaks about safe sleep tips for infants Children's pediatrician discusses cold medicine use in children CBS-Evening News Children's sleep specialist discusses insomnia in children The New York Times Children's adolescent medicine specialist discusses the affects of drug ads on young minds The Washington Post Children's therapy dog helps patients with disabilities WJLA-7 Children's world renowned researcher discusses the tools physicians use to diagnose Autism WAMU-Kojo Knamadi Show Child with rare gastrointestinal disease thrives after speciality care from Children's National Children's immunologist leads study in unrelelated donor tranplants for sickle cell patients Children's community health leader speaks out on the importance of back-to-school vaccinations Children's Specialty Camps featured on TODAY show and NBC Nightly News Children's researcher discusses new drug that mimics aerobic exercise Associated Press iParenting Children's patients visit Redskins stadium for morning practice session NBC 4 Children's psychologist releases research that explains the significance of peer pressure on teens eating and weight habits The Washington Post Children's specialist discusses the importance of vaccinating children The Washington Post Children's bullying expert releases research about health risks that bullies exhibit Newswise Children's expert discusses AAP recommendations for pediatric cholesterol testing Children's partners with HCA Virginia to establish a pediatric emergency department of the new Loudoun County Hospital, slated to open in 2010 Children's researchers publish groundbreaking SIDS study in Journal of Pediatrics Web MD Children's Health Advocacy expert appointed to Prince George's Hospital Authority Board Washington Business Journal Children's state-of-the-art NICU saves preemie's life, improves outcome Business Week Dr. Bear's Toy Closet, volunteers and Child Life make a difference The Washington Times Children's ECMO pioneer speaks about the treatment that saved young diver's life WUSA 9 News Children's phycians save cancer patient, using experimental drug to treat brain tumor ABC 7 News Children's sleep expert discusses the dangers of co-sleeping with infants Newsday s at Risk: Our Overweight Children - The Washington Post Read about How Children’s National is combating the childhood obesity epidemic in Washington, DC. How Obesity Harms A Child's Body—May 18, 2008 First Steps Toward Change—May 19, 2008 In D.C., Where Kids Live Sets Tone for Weight-Loss Success—May 20, 2008 'Fat School'—May 20, 2008 Facts You Should Know—May 21, 2008 The Search for Solutions—May 22, 2008 Children's expert discusses the dangers of lead in foreign processed foods May 14, 2008 ABC 7 News Children's Orthopaedic expert explains the dangers of muscle enhancer use in teens Children's eating disorder specialist speaks out on media pressure toward adolescents and teens Children's neuropsychologist discusses helmets and safety Children's specialist discusses improving immunization rates in children Newswise Health News
Children's raises awareness for child abuse and sexual assault through art exhibition WUSA 9
Children's experts advocate for anti-bullying legislation The Washington Post
Children's concussion expert discusses sports safety The Washington Post
Children's patient with rare disease makes amazing recovery, Marches in Cherry Blossom Parade Silver Spring Gazette
Children's clinical psychologist discusses how parents can discuss "coming of age" issues with children The Washington Post
Children's summer camps for children with special needs featured ABC News
Children's National Orthopaedic Surgeon featured performing groundbreaking surgery WJLA 7 Richard Jonas, MD, Children’s chief of cardiovascular surgery and co-director of the Children's National Heart Institute, featured on the cover of the 2008 Washingtonian “Best Doctors” issue April 2008 Washingtonian Children's National physicians listed in Northern Virginia Magazine's "Top Doc" Issue Northern Virginia Magazine Children's expert discusses scald burn safety Children's concussion expert weighs in on sports safety Children's Partners with The Washington Nationals to Battle Diabetes January 15, 2008 WTTG 5 - FOX Children's Burgess Clinic, a National Leader in Treating Youth HIV/AIDS
Back to top Washington Post Campaign for Children’s Each year the Washington Post features stories from Children’s National Medical Center to raise money for the hospital. Click on the links below to read this year’s stories.
Making Families Torn by Illness Whole Again- November 26, 2007 A Feeble Heart, but a Sturdy Partner—December 3, 2007 A Flight to Therapy for Babies Born Too Soon—December 7, 2007 Getting the Best Medicine, Plus Laughter—December 10, 2007 For An Injured Boy, A Chance at a Better Life-- December 14, 2007 A Dose of Quality in an Area Short on It —December 17, 2007 Trying to Keep Visits as Painless as Possible--December 21, 2007 After a Premature Birth, an Early Holiday--December 24, 2007 A Helping Hand that Heals Hearts--December 28, 2007 Brush on Paint, Swirl in Some Glitter, And Suddenly Everything Looks Better--December 31, 2007 With Early Help and Treatment, Rescue from Eye Cancer and Possibly Death--January 4, 2008 Providing Relief from Sickle Cell's Agony--January 7, 2008 Volunteers Offer Special Form of Therapy--January 11, 2008 Radical Treatment Brings a Newfound Joy--January 14, 2008 Trauma Staff Offers Lifeline for Families--January 18, 2008 The Grand Total and a Ton of Gratitude--January 25, 2008 Children's researcher discusses outcome of promising muscular dystrophy treatment December 27, 2007 The New York TimesNew Patient Tower Provides More Privacy for Patients and Families November 30, 2007 Children’s experts weigh in on toy recalls November 8, 2007 Children’s sleep expert discusses sleep apnea in children November 8, 2007 Children’s dialysis patients star in fashion show November 5, 2007 Children's pediatrician discusses toy dangers September 20, 2007 Children’s Neonatologist Featured in U.S. News and World Report’s Best Pediatric Hospitals Issue August 26, 2007 Children's Ranked a Top Pediatric Hospital by U.S. News and World Report August 24, 2007 Children’s cardiology chief discusses hypertension ABC News August 24, 2007 Children's featured in video on U.S. News and World Report web site August 24, 2007 Children’s Pediatrician Discusses Toy Safety on NPR August 14, 2007 Children’s Psychiatrist Discusses ADHD Treatment July 31, 2007 Children’s Pediatrician Offers Advice for Pesky Mosquito Bites July 31, 2007 Children’s summer camps help kids with neurological disorders reach new heights July 26, 2007 Children's Generations Program to Prevent Pregnancy Featured on NBC Nightly News July 13, 2007 Children’s Safety Initiative Featured in UPI Article June 19, 2007 Children’s Concussion Expert Weighs in on NFL study June 1, 2007 Children’s psychiatrist, Edgardo Menvielle, quoted in Newsweek feature on gender May 21, 2007 Children’s National Medical Center psychiatrists discuss mental health issues following the Virginia Tech shootings Dr. Gerard Gioia, director of Children’s SCORE Program, discusses concussions on NPR’s Talk of the Nation March 27, 2007 Children's Dr. Anthony Slonim Interviewed on His Latest Study on Off-Label Drugs March 5, 2007 Children's Chief of Endocrinology Paul Kaplowitz on NPR Discussing Early Puberty March 5, 2007 Children’s Oncologist Greg Reaman featured on ABC’s World News Discussing Importance of Clinical Trials February 15, 2007 Children's Cardiologist Discusses Treatment for Children with High Cholesterol February 9, 2007 A Very Good Place to Grow Up, for Almost Everyone January 30, 2007 In Matters of the Heart, a Murmur Could be Red Flag or Much Ado About Nothing January 21, 2007 Washington Post Campaign for Children’s (Nov. 2006 - Jan. 2007) Donate to the campaign today Read the stories below: Giving Grayson a Fighting Chance For a 6-Year-Old, Some Good News, Some Bad A Holistic Approach to Treating HIV With Nurse, an Empathy Born of Pain Plumbing the Secrets of the Heart Even Ordinary Is Extraordinary Helping One Family Breathe a Little Easier Gratitude That Lasts a Lifetime With Help from Children's, Hope Has No Limit A Boy's Sight, and a Hospital's Vision Tuesday, December 19 A Rare Case Gets Uncommonly Good Care Optimism Tinged with a Dose of Reality A Tiny Girl With a Huge Will to Live Amid the Banter, a Family Takes Form A Life Slowly Put Back in Tune Driven to Help the Needy Get Health Care No Child Turned Away Child Safety Experts Reassure Parents That Car Seats January 4, 2007 Back to top Dr. Martin Eichelberger, director of Trauma & Burn Services, November 3, 2006 Children’s Post-Concussion Program Strives to Protect and Educate Young Athletes Following a Concussion. October 10, 2006 Dr. Joseph Wright, executive director of the Child Health Advocacy Institute, writes about lacking pediatric emergency medicine preparations in Sunday’s Washington Post. October 1, 2006 Conjoined Shaw twins successfully separated at Children's. September 8, 2006 More on the Shaw Twins Conjoined Shaw twins prepped for separation. September 5, 2006 It's Wise to Immunize Family Fun Day provides a necessary resource for school-age children.August 27, 2006 Children’s Gender-Variant Program featured in the San Francisco Chronicle. August 27, 2006 Date set for conjoined twins separation. August 21, 2006 Children’s Cardiologist brings Ugandan girl to Washington for life-saving surgery. July 26, 2006 Children’s pediatricians and nutritionist featured in Washington Post article for our work on combating the obesity epidemic. July 18, 2006 Children’s summer camps help kids stay positive while sharing in summer fun. July 12, 2006 Children’s pediatric plastic surgeon featured in the Washington Post’s KidsPost July 11, 2006 Chesapeake Family Magazine talking about summer sleep tips.July 2006 June 28, 2006 Children’s pediatrician, and director of the Smoke-Free Homes Project, talks about the dangers of second-hand smoke. June 27, 2006 Children’s Cardiologist Tapped for White House Fellowship June 23, 2006 Children’s pediatrician discusses the benefits of the new cervical cancer vaccine on NPR’s Diane Rehm Show. June 22, 2006 Children’s Pediatrician and Obesity Researcher Nazrat Mirza Discusses Childhood Obesity June 6, 2006 June 5, 2006 June 1, 2006 May 31, 2006 May 23, 2006 Afghan Boy's U.S. Surgery A Success May 19, 2006 Afghan boy 'not out of woods' after heart surgery May 19 , 2006 May 11 , 2006 Sheboygan Mother gives birth to Conjoined Twins May 11 , 2006 May 10 , 2006 March 31, 2006 Newshour with Jim Lehrer March 13, 2006
Children's Blood Donor Center Saves Lives February 22, 2006
Back to top 2005 Children's Hospital Center Designed With Comfort In Mind January 10, 2005 Infant Heart, the Size of a Walnut, Rebuilt and Running November 25, 2005
Back to top 2004 Md. Brothers Receive Heart Transplants December 30, 2004
Uninsured Kids at Higher Risk for Burst AppendixOctober 26, 2004
Antidepressants to Carry Warning Label October 16, 2004
Possible Effects on Kids Who Take Vitamins October 7, 2004
Outreach Programs for Overweight Children Can Help
Kids Left Vulnerable to Terrorism, Child Advocates Say September 2004
Link to Baby Vitamins Shown, But Not Conclusive July 13, 2004
Best Hospitals 2004 July 12, 2004
Groups Call for U.S. Firework Ban July 1, 2004
Bush, Kerry Offer Ideas on TechnologyJune 24, 2004
Buckles' Conjoined Twins Separation Stories
Twins Once Conjoined Will Soon Celebrate Milestone February 9, 2006 July 3, 2004
Twins Go Home Today After Fast Recovery Girls to Have Therapy, Few Restrictions July 2, 2004
Twins 'Doing Better Than Hoped For' June 24, 2004
Surgery a Twin Triumph June 21, 2004
'Best Father's Day Gift Ever,' June 20, 2004
Children's National Medical Center Successfully Separates Conjoined Twins June 19, 2004, 6 p.m.
Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated June 19, 2004
For Twins' Parents, a Pivotal Day June 18, 2004
A Calculation and a Delay June 12, 2004
'They're Tough Kids,' Doctor Tells Parents June 2, 2004
Preparation for Twins' Separation June 2, 2004
The Next Critical Step May 11, 2004
Preparing for SurgeryApril 26, 2004
Sharing an Uncertain Future April 12, 2004
Conjoined Twins Born At Naval Hospital March 4, 2004
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