Nationwide Children's Hospital

Nationwide Children's Hospital At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, everything matters to us. Because when it’s your child, everything matters to you.

Nationwide Children’s is one of America's largest pediatric hospitals, an international leader in research and is ranked in all 11 specialties on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-26 “America’s Best Children’s Hospitals” list. Our staff, comprised of over 1,700 medical professionals and over 16,000 employees, provides state-of-the-art pediatric care for 1.9 million patient visits annually. And, acco

rding to the Children’s Hospital Association, Nationwide Children's is the #1 provider of inpatient pediatric surgery in the country. Our doctors represent every major pediatric sub-specialty. With over 50 locations throughout Ohio, signature programs include heart, cancer, gastroenterology and neonatology care, all of which are internationally recognized. Tim Robinson is CEO of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, which includes the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Foundation and The Center for Family Safety and Healing at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. As home to the Department of Pediatrics of The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Nationwide Children’s physicians train the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric specialists. The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is one of the Top 10 National Institutes of Health-funded freestanding pediatric research facilities. Nationwide Children’s remains true to the original mission since its founding in 1892 of providing care regardless of a family’s ability to pay. More information is available at NationwideChildrens.org.

Meet Charlie! Charlie was born with congenital heart disease and diagnosed with tricuspid atresia, also known as hypopla...
05/31/2026

Meet Charlie!

Charlie was born with congenital heart disease and diagnosed with tricuspid atresia, also known as hypoplastic right heart syndrome (HRHS), a rare and severe condition where the right side of the heart is underdeveloped and unable to properly allow blood flow.

At just 6 weeks old, Charlie underwent her first open heart surgery. Since then, she has bravely faced two more open heart surgeries and a heart catheterization. Through every procedure, long hospital stay and uncertain moment, her family says she has shown them “what true strength looks like.”

While her family knows there will be more surgeries in her future, right now she is doing amazing and they are holding onto that joy.

Charlie's family credits the care they received at Nationwide Children's for helping their daughter continue to grow stronger every day.

"Dr. Galantowicz has been nothing short of a blessing to our family- truly an angel sent from above," her family shares. "Thank you for walking this journey with us, for loving our girl and for never giving up on her."

Learn more about The Heart Center at Nationwide Children's at the link in our comments.

☀️ Headed to the pool this weekend? Don't forget to watch out for germs! Check out the infographic below to keep your ki...
05/29/2026

☀️ Headed to the pool this weekend? Don't forget to watch out for germs! Check out the infographic below to keep your kids safe and illness free.

Visit the link in our comments for more summer safety tips.

05/28/2026

One of the easiest ways to prevent cancer? The HPV vaccine. It’s safe, effective and recommended starting at age for everyone. Talk to your provider today.

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Video description: Two nurses sit on exam table in a clinic room sharing information about the HPV vaccine. They’re wearing scrubs and talking directly to the camera.

As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, our behavioral health team enjoyed taco trucks as a thank you for all the...
05/28/2026

As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, our behavioral health team enjoyed taco trucks as a thank you for all their hard work! Members of the Kids Mental Health Foundation and marketing teams were also on-site with staff giveaways to show their appreciation.

This team’s dedication to mental health makes an incredible difference in the lives of patients every day!

“The most rewarding part of my career is being able to address families’ concerns and provide answers. When a family has...
05/27/2026

“The most rewarding part of my career is being able to address families’ concerns and provide answers. When a family has concerns about their child’s development, a hearing evaluation is often part of the diagnostic process. Whether I am able to provide clarity by diagnosing or ruling out a hearing loss, it is always rewarding to help a family get one step closer to the appropriate diagnosis and intervention.” - Caroline, Pediatric Audiologist, Audiology

Did you know May is Williams Syndrome Awareness Month?Meet Matthew! Matthew was diagnosed with Williams syndrome when he...
05/27/2026

Did you know May is Williams Syndrome Awareness Month?

Meet Matthew! Matthew was diagnosed with Williams syndrome when he was five years old. “It was a very scary time for our family,” his parents shared. “Learning about all the possible health concerns and what we needed to watch for felt daunting.”

As they searched for answers and support, they discovered the Williams Syndrome Clinic at Nationwide Children's Hospital, a place that would soon become an important part of Matthew’s journey.

“We were so relieved to find a clinic that truly understood Williams syndrome,” his family said. “From our very first visit, we were impressed by how coordinated everything was and how caring and knowledgeable the staff were. The clinic’s multidisciplinary approach gave Matthew access to specialized care close to home."

“On the drive home after that first appointment, we knew Matthew would be a patient there for a very long time.”

Matthew keeps busy with the things he loves most: sports and people. A passionate football fan, he spends Friday nights cheering on local high school teams and weekends rooting for the Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns. He also participates in an adaptive football league. But above all, Matthew loves connecting with others.

“His favorite thing is simply interacting with people,” his parents said. “He loves making people laugh, meeting new friends and putting a smile on someone’s face.” Known throughout his community for his joyful personality, Matthew continues to inspire everyone around him with his kindness, enthusiasm and heart.

Visit the link in our comments to learn more about the Williams Syndrome Clinic at Nationwide Children's.

🎉 Get to know our May employee of the month, Roxanne Wesley!Roxanne works within environmental services and her nominato...
05/26/2026

🎉 Get to know our May employee of the month, Roxanne Wesley!

Roxanne works within environmental services and her nominator shared, "Her kindness, respect, and positive attitude towards co-workers, patients and leadership help foster a culture of teamwork. Roxanne reminds us that one person's determination can create meaningful change, uplift an entire team and strengthen the heart of an organization."

Help us congratulate Roxanne in the comments!

05/26/2026

Does your child have Swimmer’s ear or an ear infection?

While both conditions can cause a fever, internal ear pain and decreased hearing, there are several symptoms that are unique to each one! Find out what they are. ⬇️
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Video description: Video shows two clinicians in a hallway. Above their heads is text that reads "Swimmer's ear" on the right and "Ear infection" on the left. Symptoms and treatments appear on the screen in front of them and they walk or dance one way to indicate which condition the symptom refers to.

Symptoms and treatments include:
-External ear and ear canal swelling: Swimmer's ear
-No drainage (unless there is an ear tube): Ear infection
-Ear drainage: Swimmer's ear
-Cold symptoms (runny nose, congestion): Ear infection
-Ear painful to touch: Swimmer's ear
-Treated with oral antibiotics: Ear infection
-Treated with ear drops (prescribed by your doctor): Swimmer's ear

We hope you have a fun and safe Memorial Day. If you are in need of our services, see the graphic below for our Urgent C...
05/25/2026

We hope you have a fun and safe Memorial Day. If you are in need of our services, see the graphic below for our Urgent Care hours. Our Emergency Rooms on Main Campus and in Lewis Center are open 24/7. For directions, visit: https://bit.ly/3USQu4C

Meet Willow!When Willow’s parents learned during a 33-week growth scan that their daughter had Apert syndrome, their wor...
05/25/2026

Meet Willow!

When Willow’s parents learned during a 33-week growth scan that their daughter had Apert syndrome, their world changed instantly. Apert syndrome affects the skull, face, hands and feet. It is a genetic syndrome, which is due to a mutation on the FGFR2 gene.

Doctors warned them that the chances of stillbirth were extremely high. Looking for answers, they asked to be transferred to Nationwide Children's.

The night before her scheduled induction, Willow’s mom went into labor more than two hours away from Columbus.

After Willow was born, she was transferred to Nationwide Children's Hospital - Toledo, where teams in Toledo and Columbus worked together to provide specialized care. After 14 days in the NICU, Willow was finally able to go home.

“Walking into the unknown was terrifying,” her family says. “They made us feel at home, explained things in ways we could understand and helped us keep hope and faith.”

Now 2 years old, Willow is preparing for her fifth surgery. She loves singing and dancing to nursery rhymes, playing outside with her siblings and helping her care team “type notes” during appointments. Courageous, feisty and full of joy, Willow is also working on potty training and getting ready for preschool, milestones her family once feared they may never see.

Learn more about our Apert syndrome care team on our website: https://bit.ly/4uYqqUB

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