New Research Finds about Half of Parents Use Cellphones While Driving with Young Children in the Car
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Study of adults across the U.S. also revealed risky behaviors associated with distracted driving.
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CHOP Researchers Develop Screening Tool for Retinopathy in Premature Infants as Reported in JAMA Ophthalmology
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The new method could reduce screenings while still identifying infants who need intervention for the potentially blinding disorder.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Appoints New Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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In his new role, Dr. Taylor will oversee the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the most active children's plastic surgery center in the Philadelphia region and one of the largest in the United States.
Automated Informatics Tool May Streamline Genetic Diagnoses
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A CHOP bioinformatics scientist developed software that rapidly identifies information from electronic health records to help diagnose genetic diseases.
When Kids Require Surgery for Congenital Heart Defects
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U.S. News & World Report interviewed Dr. Stephanie Fuller about what to expect if a child needs surgery for a congenital heart defect.
Sepsis Early Alert System
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CHOP’s multidisciplinary early alert system for sepsis is designed to flag at-risk children within minutes of arrival in the emergency room.
New National Guidelines Recommend Ingesting Honey after Swallowing Button Battery
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New national poison control guidelines recommend ingesting honey after swallowing button battery to prevent injury.
Children with Current Allergies Should Be Screened for a Chronic Food Allergy
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If children have known skin, food and respiratory allergies, doctors should screen them for a food allergy called EoE, a painful inflammation of the esophagus, according to a new study.
Pediatric Anesthesia Techniques Described in Innovative Program for Lymphatic Disorders
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CHOP experts describe special considerations in providing anesthesia to patients at our center for lymphatic flow disorders.
Diva D. De León-Crutchlow, MD, Named Chief of Endocrinology and Diabetes
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Diva D. De León-Crutchlow, MD, MSCE, will assume the role as Chief of the Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, effective July 1.