Boston Children’s Hospital

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Boston Children’s Hospital among the top-ranked children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. Home to the world’s largest research enterprise based at a pediatric medical center, its discoveries have benefited both children and adults since 1869. Today, 3,000 researchers and scientific staff, including 11 members of the National Academy of Sciences, 25 members of the National Academy of Medicine and 10 Howard Hughes Medical Investigators comprise Boston Children’s research community. Founded as a 20-bed hospital for children, Boston Children’s is now a 485-bed comprehensive center for pediatric and adolescent health care. For more, visit our Answers blog and follow us on social media .

Before making his big trip tonight, Santa and Mrs. Claus made sure to visit our patients— with a little help from the Bo...
12/24/2025

Before making his big trip tonight, Santa and Mrs. Claus made sure to visit our patients— with a little help from the Boston Fire Department. We couldn’t be more thankful for this very special morning filled with magic, joy, and holiday cheer. ❤️💚

12/23/2025

Holiday reminder from Dr. Erica Lee: Parents need rest too. It’s okay to slow down and take a break. 🩵

12/23/2025

Make your gift go further with a 2X match! Families like Cael’s are forever grateful. 💙 http://ms.spr.ly/6182tdRiG

12/19/2025

This week, all staff and patient families were invited to celebrate our annual menorah lighting led by Rabbi Susan Harris, MHL, BCC, Director of Spiritual Care. She brought the celebration, words of reflection, and her collection of fun menorahs! 🕎 ✨
Chag Sameach! From the Boston Children’s family to yours 💙

A huge thank you to the Soldiers of the Massachusetts Army National Guard 226th Transportation Battalion. 💙 They marched...
12/19/2025

A huge thank you to the Soldiers of the Massachusetts Army National Guard 226th Transportation Battalion. 💙 They marched through the city for their 15th annual Toy Ruck in support of children and families at Boston Children’s Hospital. Their amazing gift of more than $10,200 will help bring festive moments of joy—like Santa visits and celebrations—to patients spending the holidays at the hospital. 🧸

Parents: When you’re making a list and checking it twice, don’t forget to add in some “me” time! 🧘 The holidays can be s...
12/19/2025

Parents: When you’re making a list and checking it twice, don’t forget to add in some “me” time! 🧘 The holidays can be stressful, so remember that you need to be able to rest and recharge, say our experts.

The Boston Bruins brought holiday cheer to our patients earlier this week! 🎁🎄 From gingerbread crafts to classic carols,...
12/18/2025

The Boston Bruins brought holiday cheer to our patients earlier this week! 🎁🎄 From gingerbread crafts to classic carols, Charlie McAvoy, Jeremy Swayman, Michael Eyssimont, and Michael Callahan made sure everyone got in on the fun. We can't thank them enough for helping make the season a little brighter. ❤️💚

12/18/2025

Meet Bill — a blood donor for 35 years and a volunteer for 30! You’ll often find him in our lobby helping patients and families find their way, all while cracking jokes and making everyone around him smile. 💙

Tune in to Chronicle on WCVB Channel 5 tonight at 7:30 PM EST to hear more about Bill’s incredible journey. Thank you, Bill, for your service and dedication to Boston Children’s.

12/17/2025

Your gifts add up to lifesaving answers. We’re so close to reaching our fundraising goal—every little bit helps move us closer to cures. Donate now: http://ms.spr.ly/6184tbwRM

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lyle J. Micheli, MD, director emeritus of Boston Children’s ...
12/17/2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lyle J. Micheli, MD, director emeritus of Boston Children’s Sports Medicine Division. Dr. Micheli was a beloved colleague and a transformative figure in pediatric medicine whose visionary work fundamentally changed how we care for young athletes.

Born into a family of immigrant coal miners in Illinois, Dr. Micheli earned a National Merit Scholarship to Harvard. In 1974, having served with distinction during Vietnam, he co-founded the nation's first sports medicine clinic dedicated exclusively to young athletes at Boston Children's, which ultimately became the Sports Medicine Division.

Through his leadership, Dr. Micheli effectively created the field of pediatric sports medicine. He saw what others had not yet recognized: that children and adolescents are not simply small adults and require specialized care for sports injuries.

A pioneer in dance medicine, he was the Boston Ballet Company’s physician for nearly 50 years. As finish line director for the Boston Marathon, he played an essential role in the trauma response following the 2013 marathon bombing. Dr. Micheli was also an athlete: he played rugby for decades and was inducted into the Rugby Hall of Fame.

Dr. Micheli’s legacy will endure in every young athlete who receives specialized, compassionate care, in every physician trained in pediatric sports medicine, and in The Micheli Center for Sports Injury Prevention, which continues his life's work. Our hearts are with his family, friends, and the countless lives he touched throughout his remarkable career. The family indicates that a public service will follow in 2026. In lieu of flowers, they invite donations to The Micheli Center.

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Boston Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving and advancing the health and well-being of children around the world through its life-changing work in clinical care, biomedical research, medical education and community engagement.

Boston Children's is ranked the number one pediatric hospital in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. It is home to the world's largest pediatric research enterprise, and it is the leading recipient of pediatric research funding from the National Institutes of Health. It is the primary pediatric teaching hospital for Harvard Medical School. Boston Children’s treats more children with rare diseases and complex conditions than any other hospital.

With more than 40 clinical departments and 258 specialized clinical programs, Boston Children’s is one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States. We provide a complete range of health care services for children of all ages, and in some cases, we can offer fetal interventions and treatments for adults.