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Give Kids a Reason to Believe
This holiday season, elevate pediatric care and research.
Notice of Oracle Health/Cerner Security Incident
Children’s National was recently notified of a security incident involving Oracle Health (formerly Cerner), a third-party electronic health records vendor. The security incident, which began in January 2025, may have impacted patient information. While Children’s National systems were not compromised, we are taking steps to notify affected individuals and offer support.
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We Welcome Patients from Foreign Countries at Children's National
Our Global Services team is here to coordinate every aspect of your child’s visit and treatment when they travel to Washington, D.C., for care.
What’s Happening at Children’s National
Brighten the Holidays for Our Patients and Families
You can give children and their families hope and healing during the holiday season. Generous support from our community helps kids find comfort and joy in the hospital.
New Podcast Episode Out Now
Matthew Oetgen, MD, MPH, and Kevin Cleary, PhD, share how robotics, imaging and motion capture are transforming pediatric orthopaedics at Children’s National. Between stories of coaching their kids’ sports teams and leading breakthrough research, they reveal how innovation is helping kids move, heal and thrive.
One of the Top 10 Pediatric Hospitals in the Nation
Children’s National is again ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Children's National is tied for #1 in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Daniel Plays and Grows with World-Class Care
When Daniel recounts his day, his highlights always include playing basketball, swimming and participating in Kids in Action, our adaptive sports and social program. With expert treatment, he does not let his spinal condition limit his wins or laughs.
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Your Child Can be a Healthy Hero
Children's National runs clinical trials to find new treatments and cures. These studies test drugs, vaccines, devices or procedures—and your child can help by volunteering as a healthy participant.
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Expert Advice for Keeping Kids Healthy and Happy
Get parenting and health tips from the experts at Children’s National in your inbox every week.
Give Families Hope and Healing
This holiday season, give kids and families a reason to believe – in first steps, giggles and hugs. Support from our community makes lifesaving care possible and advances innovative research that leads to new treatments and cures.