Colorectal Center at Cincinnati Children's

08/06/2025

In the Spotlight: As the back-to-school season approaches, it’s not just about new backpacks and pencils — it’s also about protecting your child’s health. Dr. Felicia Scaggs Huang, medical director of Infection Prevention and Control, is urging families to ensure children are up to date on required vaccinations, especially in light of the recent rise in measles cases nationwide. Read more from WLWT in the comments.

08/05/2025

At just 11 years old, Jaxen was diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension. His condition progressed quickly, and he needed a double lung transplant to survive. With the help of Cincinnati Children’s and the support of his mom, Jaxen received a double lung transplant—and a chance to live fully again. Today, he’s back to doing what he loves most. His story is one of courage, care, and hope.

08/04/2025

Our Employee Volunteer Ambassadors made a big impact in Walnut Hills during the annual Cincinnati Reds Community Makeover Day! They worked alongside Shoes 4 the Shoeless to unload supplies and outfit 150 kids with new shoes and socks just in time for school! Other volunteers painted colorful murals and planted trees and shrubs for a learning garden.

08/04/2025

🌟 What a Week! 🌟

As Patient & Family Experience (PFE) Week comes to a close, we’re feeling incredibly proud and grateful.

Our division received positive feedback from 2436/2660 patients and families with the highest patient experience score—an amazing reflection of the care, compassion, and teamwork that shines through every day. 💙

Thank you to our staff for going above and beyond, and to the families who trust us with their care. Together, we truly shine. ✨

08/04/2025

🌟 Meet Ben, Our Inspiration! 🌟

Ben has been a superstar at Cincinnati Children’s since day one! Born with a rare neuromuscular condition affecting his legs, Ben faces every challenge—surgeries, therapies, and countless doctor visits—with unmatched courage and a big, bright smile.

Ben’s determination is the heart and soul of “Benny and the Jets,” one of our spirited Cincinnati Walks for Kids teams. Every year, they come together to raise funds and hope for our Neurology programs.

We’re thrilled to let you know registration for Cincinnati Walks for Kids, presented by Messer Construction Co., is officially OPEN! Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 28 and join us at Great American Ball Park for a morning of fun, community and making a difference for kids like Ben.

Ready to walk, cheer, or donate? Check out the link in the comments to register—this week only, enjoy $5 off each registration (which means kids 12 and under walk FREE!). Let’s rally together and show our support for every child who needs our expert care.

👟💙 Sign up, lace up, and let’s make every step count!



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08/01/2025

Our Cincinnati Children's Clinical Research Studies is conducting a research study for healthy children 3 to 33 months old. Healthy children play an important role in research by helping us understand how they grow and develop—knowledge that can lead to better care, illness prevention, and healthier futures. Families may receive up to $640 for participating. See if your child qualifies through the link in the comments.

08/01/2025

For this week's , we are kicking off ! Feeding your baby can be stressful, but our Center for Breastfeeding Medicine is here to care for breastfeeding parents and babies. Lactation professionals work with the medical team to design an individualized feeding plan for each baby, incorporating the wishes and abilities of the family. The team also offers support services for assistance with low milk supply concerns, pump use, returning to work or school, and more. Get more info in the comments!

07/31/2025

Sweet ride! Dadquest Adventures organized a car show for our patients and families. The organization’s events fuel hope, raise funds, and provide essential support to ensure every child has access to the care, opportunities, and experiences they deserve. 🏎

07/31/2025

🍦🔥 Hot Mic! It's one of our favorite days of the year! Miracle Treat Day is here! For every Blizzard sold at participating Dairy Queen locations, $1 or more is donated to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals like us to help fund life-saving treatments. What are you waiting for?? What Blizzard will be you getting? Get more info in the comments!

07/31/2025

There was a small fire this evening in an area under construction in the B building on the Burnet Campus. No one was injured and we anticipate little to no disruption to operations.

Thank you to our staff and our local first responders for their quick action and response!

07/30/2025

Our Centerville Location, including all walk in services, will close temporarily at the end of the day on Friday, Aug. 8, due to a construction issue that we need to address. The location will likely remain closed for several months for construction.

We will move appointments to other Cincinnati Children’s locations, making every effort to keep the same date, time and provider. We may switch some visits to telehealth. We will call you to discuss options for your scheduled appointment; please be patient with us as we contact patients and families in the order they are already scheduled.

Centerville Primary Care will temporarily relocate to share space with Liberty Primary Care.

Thank you for your patience during this temporary closure. We will share more about Centerville reopening as that information becomes available.

07/30/2025

: The sky was showing off again after all the recent storms. Do you have unique photos and uplifting snapshots from any of our locations? Share them with us for a chance to be featured, by emailing socialmedia@cchmc.org.

Burnet Campus photo credit: Tyler Kerns
Liberty Campus photo credit: Marcy Piatt

07/30/2025

♥️ What amazing generosity!

07/29/2025

🧘‍☀️ Could you use a breather in the hustle and bustle of summer? We’ve got just the thing. 🧘‍☀️

The "Young & Healthy" Podcast at Cincinnati Children's shared an episode that dives into the calming, healing world of yoga for kids—and it’s so much more than just poses and stretching. 🧘‍♂️💫

This podcast spotlights two amazing professionals who shared how yoga can be a powerful tool for:
✨ Supporting healing and recovery
✨ Helping kids and families manage stress
✨ Creating moments of calm for healthcare workers too

🎙️ Take a deep breath and tune in here: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-etvvv-18cc9ed or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Ever wonder how something as simple as yoga can help kids feel calmer, stronger, and more in control—whether they’re at home, standing, sitting or in the hospital? In this new heartwarming episode of Young & Healthy, healthcare professionals and certified yoga instructors Nancy B. and Franki...

07/24/2025

🔊 Podcast Episode Highlight: Talking Firearm Safety with Families 🔐

Last month, Cincinnati Children's "Young & Healthy" Podcast sat with Dr. Richard Falcone on their latest podcast episode to open up conversations about firearm safety for children and families.

Whether you own fi****ms or not, this episode offers practical, judgment-free guidance on:
✅ Why firearm safety matters for every household
✅ How to talk to your kids about guns in an age-appropriate way
✅ Why it’s absolutely okay to bring up firearm safety with your pediatric provider
✅ Simple, effective steps to keep your home and loved ones safe

Our guest shared expert insights and resources to help families feel empowered—not overwhelmed—when it comes to safety.

🎧 Tune in here: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-w4yy6-18e1713 or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Let’s keep our kids safe, together 💙

Firearm injuries are the leading cause of death in children in the United States. This public health issue is heartbreaking, but it’s also preventable. In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Richard Falcone, pediatric trauma surgeon and chief of staff at Cincinnati Children's, to talk about practica...

07/21/2025

Today marks 10 years since one of our incredible surgeons joined the Colorectal Center—and let’s just say, Dr. Beth Rymeski has been setting the bar ever since.

From championing patient care with unmatched passion to being a driving force in our colorectal group’s growth and innovation, her impact is felt in every hallway, every clinic room, and every grateful family she’s helped along the way. And that's not even including her impressive 4 more years of fellowship training here with Pediatric Surgery, Fetal Surgery, ECMO, and Hemangioma and Vascular Malformations! 🙌

Here’s to a decade of dedication—and to the difference one person can make when they lead with compassion and excellence. 💙

07/21/2025

🎉🌮🎂 It’s Fiesta Time — It’s Andrea's Birthday! 🎂🌮🎉

Today we’re celebrating a team member who brings the fun, good vibes, and a bubbly personality that would rival even the fizziest bottle of Sprite to every shift! She’s a big fan of birthdays (especially her own), any Mexican restaurant she can find, and sweet treats in tiny, candy-coated form. 🌯🌶️🍫

We’re so grateful for all Andrea brings to our team and hope her day is filled with everything she loves. 🎈🎁

Wishing you the happiest of birthdays!

07/18/2025

🎙️✨ Introducing Our New Series: “Pilonidal Basics Podcast” ✨🎙️

In our very first episode, meet the nurses behind the mic as they break down what pilonidal disease is, who it affects, and how we care for patients living with it.

Whether you’re a patient, parent, or just curious—this is the place to learn, connect, and feel supported.

🎧 Tune in now and get to know the pit crew 🏁

07/16/2025

*ICYMI*

We provide our patients and families with a quick guide to our home care supplies ordering process.

You can find this info any time in our photo album or ask us about it in clinic.

07/11/2025

🎧☀️ Podcast Drop: Summer Fun Without the Splurge! 💸🌆

Could your summer plans use a boost on ways to keep the family entertained this summer without breaking the bank? We’ve got you covered!

Cincinnati Children's "Young & Healthy" Podcast shared a recent episode featuring a special guest who runs a go-to website for exploring our city on a budget—think food, hidden gems, and events for all ages! 🎡🎨🎶

🎙️ Listen now and start planning your budget-friendly adventures: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-yxvkw-18a4698

Also available wherever you listen to podcasts!

Summer is right around the corner and with it comes fun in the sun and plenty of time to make memories with your family. But let’s be honest—summer activities can get expensive. The good news is there are tons of things to do in Cincinnati that are free or super affordable for families. Linsey K...

07/09/2025

Hey friends and families! Did you know we have an NKY location in Crestview Hills that offers pilonidal care visits, x-ray appointments, AND urgent care?

Check out more details via this post from our Cincinnati Children's main page.

Our Crestview Hills location (formerly known as Cincinnati Children's Northern Kentucky) can be found in the Thomas More Office Park, just off Thomas More Parkway providing a convenient location for families from all over Northern Kentucky. This location offers the following services and specialties...

07/05/2025

🎆🎉 Birthday Fireworks for One of Our Brightest Stars! 🎉🎆

Today, we’re sending the biggest birthday wishes to our one and only, Nurse Randi! 🧡

Though it's been rather quiet in the office without her this week, we hope she’s enjoying some well-deserved time off — filled with fun, relaxation, and maybe a leftover popsicle. 😉

Have a blast and know we’re celebrating you from afar!

07/04/2025

🎆 Happy 4th of July from all of us at the Colorectal Center! 🎆

We’re wishing our patients and families a safe, fun-filled holiday weekend full of sunshine, celebration, and maybe a sparkler or two! ✨

Please note: Our offices will be closed on Friday, July 4th, and we’ll be back to care for you on Monday, July 8th.

Enjoy the holiday and we’ll see you soon!

07/01/2025

*Update for health information communication practices*

Starting Jan. 1st, 2026, all patient needs will be communicated via MyChart and/or phone for your increased safety, protection, and to ensure your health information is as secure as possible.

For more information about MyChart please see our web page at: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/patient-resources/mychart

If you have any problems accessing MyChart, please reach out to our support team at 513-636-5019 or mychart@cchmc.org.

We encourage you to choose the communication style that works best for you between MyChart messages or a phone call. We will continue to ensure timely review and response to each patient need regardless of the way you choose to communicate with us.