Levine Children's

09/05/2025

Patients at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital tapped into their creativity during a fun coloring activity, designing personalized Charlotte Knights hats. During the special visit, patients showed off their amazing coloring skills in a captivating experience with Homer.

This Sunday, fans can join in on the fun at the Charlotte Knights game, where the first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a custom youth hat that they can personalize right at the stadium.

Hats off to the Charlotte Knights for bringing such great energy to our patients. We can’t wait to see fans join in on the fun at the ballpark on Sunday!⚾❤️

09/04/2025

From comforting cancer patients to uplifting one another, the hematology and oncology team at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital brings hope to every patient and family throughout their cancer journey.

Our incredible patients inspire us to lead with kindness and compassion every day.

Thank you for allowing us to care for your child! 💛

09/02/2025

“I became part of their family, and they became part of mine.”

While Sarah’s journey into pediatric oncology wasn’t planned, it’s now a calling that continues to shape her both personally and professionally. After working as a tech on an inpatient unit earlier in her career, she developed a deep fascination for the science behind caring for cancer patients. Coupled with the relationships she built with patients and their families, Sarah developed a strong passion for oncology and never looked back.

Now a dedicated nurse navigator at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital, Sarah walks alongside pediatric leukemia and lymphoma patients and their families throughout every step of their cancer journey. With over 17 years of experience in pediatric oncology, she brings both deep expertise and heartfelt compassion to her role and the impact she has on patients each day.

Whether she’s playing games with patients during overnight shifts or dressing up for spirit days to bring smiles to the clinic, every day working with patients is filled with moments of joy and connection.

For Sarah, working with patients is more than a job—it’s a source of inspiration that has changed her insight on life. “They go through terrible things and still come back laughing and making jokes,” she reflects. “They teach me about patience, slowing down, and being present.”

Thank you, Sarah, for caring for our patients with compassion and reminding them that they are not alone in their battle against cancer🎗️💛

09/02/2025

We’re shining a light on our brave young patients battling cancer. Their resilience, even through the most challenging times, reminds us of what true courage looks like. 🎗️

Our courageous patients inspire us all year long, but September is a special time to spread awareness. It’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month—a time to honor the strength of every child, family and caregiver facing this journey. Atrium Health Levine Children’s stands with you, cheering you on every step of the way.

You will never be alone in this fight. 💛

08/31/2025

Talk to any parent, and they can relate. It’s 4 a.m. and your child wakes up with a 102-degree fever. Your mind goes into panic mode as your plans for the day unravel – and the sun hasn’t even risen yet.

Chelsea’s Monday wasn’t off to a great start and she worried that trying to get five-year-old Ellison in to see a pediatrician quickly might not be easy. The flu was going around, and she’d have to wait until her pediatrician’s office opened later that morning to try to schedule.

But then Chelsea remembered a colleague mentioning new pediatric virtual primary care options through Atrium Health, where Chelsea works. A few clicks later, her day took a turn for the better – she booked a same-day virtual appointment with pediatrician Dr. Mandana Morales at 7:30 a.m.

“Dr. Morales made us feel so comfortable even though we were on the phone with her from our couch,” said Chelsea. “She even got to meet our new puppy!”

Dr. Morales quickly worked with Chelsea to make a plan that would help Ellison feel better soon, including sending a prescription to the local pharmacy while they were still on the phone.

“I was so relieved. We were able to go from planning to action,” said Chelsea. “The hard part was done, and we could just focus on caring for her. It gave us as much work-life balance as possible.”

Ellison was quickly on the mend and back to school by Wednesday – much earlier than many of her classmates who caught the same virus. Chelsea and her husband, Adam, both completed virtual appointments of their own to help prevent catching the flu, too.

“I was very adamant in trying to get her seen as soon as possible to help her feel better and not have to miss school if she didn’t have to,” said Chelsea. “I know that waiting longer to be seen would have negatively impacted how she felt and how long it took for her to recover.”

After this experience, Chelsea encourages everyone to try virtual primary care and says she’ll be back to see Dr. Morales again.

Learn more about Atrium Health Levine Children’s Pediatrics Virtual: https://bit.ly/4g0TC76

08/29/2025

What do you get when you mix medical expertise with baby name brainstorming? A whole lot of laughs! 😂

We asked teammates at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital what medical term they’d name their child, and their answers did not disappoint. From “Colon” to “Butterfly,” these names might not make the baby book, but they definitely made our day.

08/27/2025

Everlasting memories etched in wood❤️

The palliative care team at Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital teamed up with Charlotte Woodworkers Association to host a truly meaningful event dedicated to families who had lost a child in the past year.

The heartfelt event brought families together to build and paint birdhouses — each one a heartfelt tribute and a symbol of the lasting memory of their child. The shared moments of reflection that connected each family made a lasting impact that was cherished by all who attended.

08/26/2025

A fun summer building a healthier future.💪💛

This summer started strong at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Healthy Futures — with the launch of Fit Futures, a brand-new fitness program just for Levine Children’s Healthy Futures patients! This initiative works with families to support and empower children as young as 2 years old to achieve healthier lifestyles through proper diet and exercise.

The first cohort has not only been crushing their goals, but they have made new friends all while having fun in a safe and judgment-free environment.

Thank you to the Cabarrus Healthcare Foundation for supporting the partnership between Healthy Futures and the Kannapolis YMCA, making this amazing program possible. We are so proud to see the impact this program is already having on our patients and their families.

Learn more about services offered at Atrium Health Levine Children's Healthy Futures: https://bit.ly/4fRZccd

08/25/2025

Early heart care can change a child's future. That's why Atrium Health Levine Children's has launched Charlotte's first pediatric preventive cardiology program to help families take action to build healthier futures.

Led by Dr. Jacob Hartz, director of preventive cardiology at Atrium Health Levine Children’s, this one-of-a-kind initiative brings a team of dietitians, social workers and psychologists together to guide families through nutrition, emotional support and understanding inherited risks. This program provides care tailored to each child's unique needs — building healthier hearts for kids and adolescents and giving families peace of mind.

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Early heart care can change a child’s future. At Atrium Health Levine Children’s, Charlotte’s first pediatric preventive cardiology program helps families take action — building stronger hearts and healthier futures right from the start.

08/24/2025

Nick is a bright and loving teenager whose joy for life is truly contagious. As an Atrium Health Levine Children’s patient living with autism, his journey has come with challenges, but Nick faces them with unwavering courage.

Beyond his passion for singing and spending time with his family, Nick is also an avid Charlotte FC fan and never misses a chance to cheer the team on. Though he doesn’t play the sport competitively, soccer has been a powerful bridge that has helped Nick connect with others. Now, he’s gearing up to be the honorary captain as the team takes on NY Red Bulls on Sunday to wrap up a special weekend-long experience with Dream On 3.

Join us in cheering him on and celebrating the incredible strength and spirit of Levine Children’s patients like Nick.❤️

08/23/2025

Incredible 🫶🥹💛

08/22/2025

Sights and sounds of Summer Jam Session🎶

Patients and families at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital rocked out at the first-ever Summer Jam Session. In a night filled with musical performances from talented local artists, patients danced and sang along to covers of songs from their favorite artists. Thank you to the amazing performers for sharing your talents and creating unforgettable moments for our patients.

Huge thanks to our Seacrest Studios team and our amazing patient experience team for making the magic happen. We’re already counting down to next year!☀️❤️