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Golisano Children’s Hospital at University of Vermont Health provides first-rate care with a child-friendly approach, from the maternity unit to the Emergency Department, from our Children's Specialty Center to our pediatric primary care clinics.

12/09/2025

It takes a neighborhood.

Children with complex medical needs – and their families – face serious challenges, especially in rural areas where specialized care may not be close to home.

Research at Golisano Children's Hospital at UVM Health, UVM Health - UVM Medical Center and The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont could help those kids can get better, more consistent care – while empowering their families.

Read Nora’s story, and how her “health neighborhood” came together, at the link in the comments.

12/04/2025

🎉 15 Years of Giving!

Every year, the Operation Fire Cuffs toy drive collects donated toys and gift cards that help pediatric patients we serve from across Vermont and Northern New York.

This tradition, now in its 15th year, would not be possible without the generosity of Vermonters. First responders, local businesses and community partners collect donations, which are delivered to the hospital (with help from Santa Claus) every December.

📌 Want to help?
There are still a few weeks left before this year’s event!

Visit the Operation Fire Cuffs 2025 page for wish lists, drop-off locations and more – including a special T-shirt sale that supports this extraordinary toy drive.

Together, we can make this holiday season brighter.

11/28/2025

With cases of pertussis (also known as "whooping cough") rising in Central Vermont and beyond, our physicians reveal who is most at risk, what symptoms look like and how to stay protected against this highly contagious respiratory disease.

11/25/2025

🦃 Our inaugural Thanksgiving parade! A huge thanks to our staff members for putting a smile on our faces today. You may rival the !

11/24/2025

🐝 🐝 🐝 A huge thanks to child life specialist Jenny Eddy, who recently received the Be Extraordinary Everyday (BEE) Award for her exceptional dedication, compassion and professionalism. Jenny was nominated by her colleague, who wrote:

🌞 "Not only does Jenny bring an incredible sense of calm, warm and reassurance to every child and family, she provides the same spirit to her colleagues. I have learned so much from working with Jenny and witnessing her unwavering belief in the resilience of children.

She approaches every situation with empathy, creativity and purpose by epitomizing the power of human connection in healing. Her insights are routinely sought by nursing, physicians and social workers alike. She is adaptable by nature and meets every patient and family where they are at.

💚 Where Jenny shines brightest is during those quiet moments...helping a family cope following a traumatic event, an unwanted diagnosis or the final days of a child's life. The moments where many feel the urge to disappear are when Jenny makes sure she is present and available...This is the heart of the BEE Award - going above and beyond in compassion and in care."

Thank you, Jenny, for all that you do!

11/23/2025

❤️ For children who are grieving, it’s time to “Flip the Script.”

There’s no one way to support a child or teen who has lost a loved one. But there are simple, meaningful steps you can take. Here are seven ways to give grieving children the care, support and understanding they need.

At Golisano Children’s Hospital at UVM Health, we recognize Children’s Grief Awareness Month by calling for more awareness, education and resources for young people who have experienced bereavement.

11/20/2025

In case you missed it. From skiing to hockey to everyday slips, brain injuries can happen fast. Two UVM Health experts joined Vermont Public's Vermont Edition to explain how to lower your risk — and what to do after a concussion.

🔹 Dr. Katrina Ducis - pediatric neurosurgeon, explained what concussions really are and how treatment has changed in recent years.

🔹 Tara Grenier - injury prevention coordinator, shared practical tips for reducing risk.

Catch the full episode. Link in the comments.

The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont

11/18/2025

❤️ No child should grieve alone.

We recognize Children’s Grief Awareness Month by calling for more resources and education to support young people who have lost a loved one.

As these numbers show, millions of children and teens experience bereavement, with profound impacts for them and their caregivers.

We support this year’s national campaign to “Flip the Script” – to adopt new approaches for providing grieving children the care and understanding they need.

11/16/2025

✨ MOSAIC PROJECT | Not Just Smoke and Mirrors ✨
“I never imagined a magic trick could save a life.” Meet Kurt Trautmann, a licensed pharmacist, at Alice Hyde Medical Center.
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I never imagined a magic trick could save a life.

But after decades of performing the Mr. Yuk Magic Show, I’ve seen how a little wonder can leave a lasting impression. Kids remember the giggles, the surprises and most importantly, the message.

For 50 years, I’ve blended magic and poison-prevention for children. Not because I wanted to be a magician, but because I wanted them to remember. You can’t lecture 4-year-olds about poison safety. But if you make it fun, colorful and engaging, they’ll carry that lesson with them for life.

I don’t try to fool them. Little kids are literal. If something disappears, they’ll say, “It went up your sleeve.” So, I don’t aim for mystification — I aim for joy. I bring out spring snakes, inflatable wands, silly props and a stuffed rabbit named David Hopperfield. I ask them to help me make the magic happen. And when they do, their faces light up. That’s the moment I live for.

Every year, I tweak the show — adding a new trick or swapping out a prop. I’ve got banners that say “Caution: Magic Zone,” and a six-foot wand that’s always a hit in class photos. But the heart of it never changes: teaching kids to be smart, safe and to have fun doing it.

I’ve seen thousands of kids over the years. Some still have Mr. Yuk stickers on bottles at home. Some remember the exact tricks I did. That tells me the message stuck.

And that’s the real magic. It’s not about the disappearing scarves or misbehaving wands. It’s knowing something I did helped a child stay safe. That’s why I keep going. If I can leave a little wonder in their hearts and a little wisdom in their heads, then I’ve done something that matters.
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The Mosaic Project is a collection of short stories about the people of University of Vermont Health. These are your coworkers, caregivers, neighbors, family members, friends – each with unique life experiences that are part of the vibrant mosaic of who we are.

11/13/2025

In late September, friends, loved ones and members of the Green Mountain Nurses Honor Guard gathered in Fair Haven to celebrate the life of nurse Mary Lussier. Throughout her long career as a nurse, Mary worked selflessly to treat each one of her patients with the highest standard of care.

At her service, the Honor Guard passed the symbolic Nightingale Lamp along to Mary's granddaughter, Lauren, who is in her final year of nursing school. Mary's legacy of compassion and resilience will live on through all those who knew her.

The Green Mountain Nurses Honor Guard is made up of active and retired nurses who volunteer their time to pay tribute to Vermont nurses who have passed away. Their missions is to honor nurses' legacy of care, compassion and sacrifice.

11/12/2025

When one patient’s dialysis journey revealed how complex kidney care can be, Dr. Macaulay Onuigbo teamed up with UVM engineers to find smarter, more reliable solutions. Together, they’re working to make dialysis treatment safer and easier for patients.

“This is exactly where academic medicine shines,” says Dr. Onuigbo, “when a committed and dedicated multidisciplinary team can combine clinical insight with engineering innovation to find a new solution for an old problem.”

👉 Read the full story in the comments.

The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont | UVM College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences

11/11/2025

When you think of fall produce, pumpkins and apples may come to mind — but there’s a whole harvest of other nutrient-rich foods worth adding to your plate. We asked chef educator Christina Vollbrecht and registered dietitian Bridget Shea of University of Vermont Medical Center to share their favorite fall ingredients and how to prepare them.

Link in the comments

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Burlington, VT
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