University of Maryland Golisano Children's Hospital

03/31/2026

As comes to a close, University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital highlights special moments from our recent Teddy Bear Clinic.

With support from the Kameryn Lambert Foundation, our youngest patients guided their teddy bears and stuffed animals through a day in the hospital, checking in, receiving care, and discovering a little extra courage along the way. Our Chief of Pediatrics Dr. Steven Czinn, VP of Nursing Dr. Ruth Lee, and Board Member Felicia Goldbloom joined the fun as special visitors, celebrating the efforts of the Child Life team, first-year University of Maryland School of Medicine medical students, and most importantly, the patients themselves.

Thanks to UMGCH’s dedicated Child Life team, these playful experiences do more than entertain. They help pediatric patients better understand their care, ease fear, and bring comfort throughout their hospital journey.

To learn more about Child Life at UMGCH, visit: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/child-life

03/30/2026

Happy Doctors Day to our incredible UMMC physicians!
Your dedication to providing exceptional care is truly inspiring. We are grateful for your expertise, compassion, and commitment to improving the health and well-being of our community. Today and every day, we celebrate and honor your contributions to advancing care. Thank you for all that you do.

Medicine

03/22/2026

Young kids love to explore new places! When visiting, it's good to have safety conversations ahead of time. Teach other caregivers such as family members, babysitters, and friends about medicine safety and make sure they know the Poison Help number.

Learn more: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/safe-kids

03/22/2026

🍬💊 Did you know that candy and medicine can look strikingly similar? This Poison Prevention Week, the Safe Kids team at UMGCH aims to prevent candy confusion and keep our kids safe by storing medications up, away, and out of reach..

Learn more: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/safe-kids

03/22/2026

Did you know that liquid laundry packets are designed to dissolve in water? That means if they come into contact with a child’s wet hands or mouth, they can quickly release concentrated chemicals.

The Safe Kids team at UMGCH reminds parents to keep your little ones safe by storing these packets out of reach and sight. Always keep them in their original container with the lid securely closed.

Learn more: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/safe-kids

03/19/2026

The Safe Kids team at UMGCH reminds parents and gaurdians to keep a special eye on small pieces, including button batteries that may be included in electronic toys, remote controls, watches, flameless candles, and other devices!

Loose batteries should be locked away, and button batteries in use should be properly secured. It can help to place a piece of duct tape over the battery holder to prevent small children from gaining access.⁠

Learn more: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/safe-kids

03/19/2026

03/18/2026

The UMGCH Safe Kids team reminds you that poisoning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury death among children ages 1 to 19 years old and that medicines are the leading cause of these poisonings. Safe storage can help prevent these tragedies, but if these medicines are unused or expired, it’s best to safely dispose of them!
Learn more: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/safe-kids

03/17/2026

Starting your spring cleaning? The UMGCH Safe Kids team reminds everyone during National Poison Prevention Week to store cleaning supplies safely out of the sight and reach of children.

Learn more: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/safe-kids

03/17/2026

Introducing the 2026 Orioles Hall of Fame Class!

03/17/2026

Everyday products such as vitamins, ointments, and eye drops may not be prescribed medication, but they can be just as harmful if they get into the hands of kids.

After you’re done using them, the UMGCH Safe Kids team reminds you that it’s best to immediately store them out of reach of children. Taking this extra step helps keep your little ones safe at home!

Learn more: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/safe-kids

03/16/2026

As National Poison Prevention Week continues, the Safe Kids team at UMGCH shares a “Surprises” video showing some of the fun, and not-so-fun, ways kids surprise us, including how kids can access medicine.
For parents, life is full of unexpected surprises, so be as prepared as you can, particularly when it comes to medicine safety.

To watch the video, visit:

Our “Surprises” video shows some of the fun, and not-so-fun, ways kids surprise us, including how kids can access medicine. For parents, life is full of unex...