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At Lurie Children's, we understand that caring for kids takes more than just medicine. From doctors to scientists to volunteers, our world-class team is made up dedicated people who carry out our mission to provide healthier futures for children and families. Learn more about what life is like at Lurie Children's.
After an ‘Avalanche’ of a Diagnosis, Ellie Thrives on the Slopes
Ellie and Dr. Lenzen met when Ellie was diagnosed with an aggressive tumor. Fortunately, the team at Lurie Children’s are equipped to urgently handle cases like Ellie’s with expertise and compassion.
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NaSyah’s Heart Journey ‘Home’ to Lurie Children’s
A second opinion enocuraged NaSyah's family to transition her cardiac care to Lurie Children's, and they "never looked back."
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A Conversation with Dr. Shawn Smith: Reflecting on Black History Month
From her journey into medicine to her passion for addressing racial health disparities, Dr. Shawn Smith shares her insights, experiences, and reflections on what Black History Month means to her.
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Understanding the Role of Advanced Practice Providers
APPs treat children with a range of illnesses and conditions, from ear infections to recovery from heart transplants. They also act as leaders and mentor other healthcare providers. So, what exactly does it take to become an APP, and how are they different from a doctor?
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New Clinic Name Announcement: SPROUT Program
Lurie Children's announces the renaming of the Sex Development Program to SPROUT (Supportive Program for a Range Of Urogenital Traits), highlighting their commitment to patients with intersex traits.
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Pediatric Orthopedic Training Opportunities at Lurie Children’s: One Fellow’s Experience
Dr. Soroush Baghdadi shares his positive experience as a fellow at Lurie Children's Hospital, highlighting the program's diverse faculty, flexibility and exposure to a wide variety of cases and subspecialties. Learn more about Lurie Children’s fellowship program.
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Q&A: Lurie Children’s Emergency Medicine and Trauma Experts Offer ‘Safety Day’ Program
Learn how Trauma and EMS experts from Lurie Children’s Emergency and Surgery Departments are teaching lifesaving CPR and bleeding cessation skills to the public, and how to sign up for the training.
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First Person with Dr. Debora Matossian: Hispanic Heritage Month Reflections
Learn from Argentinian Nephrology physician Dr. Debora Matossian about her passion for Hispanic representation in medicine.
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Why Your Child May Need Occupational Therapy
At every stage of life, infants, toddlers, children and adolescents are expected to meet individualized and specific milestones. Learn more about occupational therapy and how it can help your child improve daily living.
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Lurie Children’s Premier Ventricular Assist Device Program Hits Milestone: 100 Patients
Lurie Children's recently reached an important milestone, supporting its 100th patient with a ventricular assist device (VAD). Learn more about our VAD program and pediatric Heart Center.
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Lurie Children’s Patients Experience Summertime Joy Thanks to Camp Urban Explorers
Summer kicks off a special time for patients and families at Lurie Children’s thanks to Camp Urban Explorers which provides inpatients and their siblings the chance to experience the best of summer.
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First Person with Dr. Robert Liem: APIDA Heritage Month Reflections
Dr. Robert Liem shares about meaningful professional moments and cherished personal ones in honor of APIDA Heritage Month.
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