Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

09/25/2025

Happy National Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Week!

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) are known as Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), who provide comprehensive healthcare throughout all of Lurie Children's locations by:

• Managing medical and psychiatric care for children
• Advocating for children and their families
• Providing family-centered and culturally respectful care
• Coordinating care between subspecialties
• Participating in national organizations with leadership representation
• Offering advanced educational expertise to nursing staff
• Designing, implementing and interpreting

We have nearly 400 APPs represented in all specialty areas at Lurie Children's, providing comprehensive evidenced-based care to patients and families. Our APPs have roles in collaborative and independent models of care enhancing access for patients and families.

Share a note of gratitude to our APPs below!

Learn more about the role of the APP at Lurie Children’s: https://www.luriechildrens.org/en/for-healthcare-professionals/advanced-practice-nursing/.

09/25/2025

A night to remember! Thanks to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and the Jonas Brothers incredible generosity, Harlow recently got the chance to meet Joe Jonas, Nick Jonas, and Kevin Jonas during their 'Greetings From Your Hometown' concert in Tinley Park.

From her time as a patient at Lurie Children’s to this unforgettable night, Harlow’s journey has been supported by those closest to her. Her best friend since Kindergarten, Avery, was by her side through every step of her cancer treatment and again at the concert for a night filled with music and memories.

A special thank you to CMN Hospitals and the Jonas Brothers for this amazing opportunity!

09/24/2025

Head lice are a common concern, especially during the school year. But with the right information and treatment, headlice are manageable at home. Pediatric experts comb through fats about head lice, how they spread, and the most effective ways to treat them at home:

Lice, though not a serious health threat, are a significant nuisance, especially for school-aged children. Learn more about head lice and how you can prevent it in your household.

09/23/2025

Megan’s final wish was to help other kids facing cancer. Now, we’re working to fulfill that wish.

We’re raising $1 million for the breakthroughs kids are waiting for — access to clinical trials, safer treatments, and a healthier future.

This is Megan’s legacy — and you can help us reach our goal. Give during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and help us honor Megan’s wish. www.luriechildrens.org/Megan

Hear more from Megan’s family, who were recently featured on Fox 32 Chicago. https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/1708562

09/19/2025

Earlier this week, our team members came together to celebrate the end of our fiscal year at the annual employee picnic. Our team members are the heart of Lurie Children's. Thanks for all you do every day for our patients, families, community and one another!

Have a special Lurie Children's team member? Give them a shout out in the comments below!

09/19/2025

Your family’s health isn’t a hobby, and that’s why WIC provides holistic benefits that jumpstart your child’s well-being, support your family through hard times, and include access to health screenings and referrals to ensure you have safe, quality care. Regardless of your situation, . Learn more at https://wegotyouillinois.org.

La salud de su familia no es un pasatiempo, y es por eso que WIC ofrece beneficios integrales que impulsan el bienestar de su hijo, apoyan a su familia en tiempos difíciles e incluyen acceso a exámenes de salud y referidos para garantizar que tenga atención segura y de calidad. Independientemente de su situación, (estamos aquí para usted). Obtenga más información en https://wegotyouillinois.org.

Together with Lurie Children's, members include:

09/16/2025

When Audrey received the news that her daughter Nia was born with Sickle Cell Disease, her whole world changed.

Nia was born with something that could shape every part of her life. And at just four weeks old, she became a patient at Lurie Children’s. There, her family found not just doctors, but a team who saw her, believed in her, and walked every step of the journey alongside her.

Now 17 and a senior in high school, Nia is nothing short of extraordinary. She’s a flutist, a sushi enthusiast, a manga fan, and above all, a fighter. Nia has braved blood transfusions, surgeries, and countless hospital visits with a strength and spirit that inspire everyone who meets her.

This incredible family turned their journey into purpose, with the support of Richard Group, who have stood by them since Audrey started working with the company a year ago.

Richard (construction company), has generously committed $100,000 to Lurie Children’s as the chosen non-profit of their well-being pillar. As part of this commitment, $5,000 will be designated to the Lurie Children’s Sickle Cell Disease Program, accompanied by an employee fundraiser throughout the month of September. Through a challenge grant, all gifts to the Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way Endowed Fund for Sickle Cell Disease will be matched dollar for dollar. This funding helps sustain critical initiatives that directly impact patient care and research.

“I look at Nia today and see a fighter who refuses to be defined by a diagnosis,” said Audrey. “I’m so proud of her, and I’m so grateful to everyone — from the incredible staff at Lurie Children’s to my Richard Group family — who have lifted us up when we needed it most.”

09/12/2025

09/11/2025

September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. At Lurie Children’s, we’re committed to supporting kids and families with compassionate care, research, and treatments that change lives.

Hear more from Dr. Thomas Inge, our Surgeon-in-Chief and Director of the Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Program - internationally recognized for his work in pediatric bariatric surgery - and from Dr. Caren Mangarelli, Medical Director of our Wellness and Weight Management Program.

🎥 Watch the video below to learn more about the physical and mental wellbeing impacts of childhood obesity, and the importance of addressing it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TpB288xFH1Y

🎧 Want a deeper dive? Listen to Dr. Inge on our Precision Podcast: https://www.luriechildrens.org/en/precision-podcast/transforming-lives-through-pediatric-bariatric-surgery-with-thomas-inge-md-phd/

Learn about the causes and health impacts of childhood obesity from experts at Lurie Children’s. In this video, Dr. Thomas Inge and Dr. Caren Mangarelli, lea...

09/11/2025

Every day, Lurie Children’s hematology, oncology, and stem cell transplant nurses walk alongside children and families facing the unimaginable, pediatric cancer and sickle cell disease. They can’t take away the diagnosis or the pain, but they bring light into the darkness by going far beyond the bedside.

In 2022, our nurses created A Little Lighter, a fund that provides comfort, supplies, and joyful moments to make hospital days brighter. From pill boxes and thermometers to bubble parades, support groups, and even ice cream cart visits down the hallways, their creativity has shown families that they are never alone.

In just three years, A Little Lighter has raised over $300,000, thanks to the dedication of our nurses, their miles run with the Lurie Children’s Endurance Program, and numerous community fundraisers that bring neighbors, friends, and families together in support of our patients.

This September, Pediatric Cancer and Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month, 43 A Little Lighter runners will take on the Chicago, New York City, and Half Marathons, while nurses and supporters host events across the community to keep lifting the weight for our patients.

“Each September, I am blown away by the ideas my coworkers have,” said Nurse Ellie. “I’m so proud to work with such caring humans who build this amazing community that supports our patients from all over.”

Cheer on our nurses and runners, join a community event, support the Lurie Children’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month campaign, or support their mission directly through https://bio.site/alittlelighter. Together, we can make hospital days a little lighter.

09/10/2025

Long summer days mean many families’ sleep schedules change. Long days might mean kids are staying up later and can require a transition to get back to school-year habits. Mental health and behavioral challenges are also common reasons kids struggle with consistent, quality sleep. Read more about adjusting sleep schedules for kids:

Sleep schedules for kids are the foundation of a healthy school year. Learn how to create a back-to-school sleep schedule for your child as summer winds down.

09/10/2025

This weekend, we proudly join fans everywhere in honoring Anthony Rizzo as he is celebrated at Wrigley Field for his incredible MLB career and retirement from baseball. A true legend in a Cubs uniform, Rizzo's legacy extends far beyond the Friendly Confines.

Through the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation, Anthony has been a constant source of hope, strength, and generosity for patients, families, and staff at Lurie Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. From heartfelt visits to vital philanthropic support, the impact he and his foundation have made on our community is nothing short of extraordinary.

Anthony's journey as a cancer survivor himself has fueled a mission to give back - and he's done so with boundless compassion and unwavering commitment.

Today, we say thank you - not only for the home runs and championships, but for the love and light you continue to bring into the lives of those who need it most.