HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s

10/10/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Steven Rothenberg!

We’re thrilled to share that Dr. Steven Rothenberg, Chief of Pediatric Surgery at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's, has been awarded the 2025 William E. Ladd Medal—the highest honor in pediatric surgery from the American Academy of Pediatrics!
This prestigious award recognizes a lifetime of contributions to improving surgical care for children. In 70 years, only 32 surgeons have received this medal, and Dr. Rothenberg’s impact is truly extraordinary.

👶 He performed the world’s first thoracoscopic repair of tracheo-esophageal atresia in a newborn
🤖 He launched our pediatric robotic surgery program
🌍 He teaches and speaks around the globe, sharing life-saving techniques
💙 He’s helped save countless lives—including babies born as early as 23 weeks

Dr. Rothenberg’s dedication, innovation, and compassion continue to shape the future of pediatric surgery. We’re so proud to have him leading our team at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's!

Please join us in celebrating this incredible achievement and the legacy of care he’s building every day.

10/01/2025

Keeping Kids Safe—One Car Seat at a Time!

We saw more than 20 of families at our FREE community car seat check this past Saturday. Thank you for making it a huge success!

Our car seat experts provided education on how to keep their little ones safe on the road, and certified technicians were on hand to make sure car seats were installed correctly and fit each child’s age, weight, and height.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 400 children are injured every day in tragic crashes in the U.S. Here are 6 tips to make sure your car seat is installed correctly:

• Use a certified car seat that meets federal safety standards—look for the label.
• Always read both your car seat and vehicle manuals for correct installation.
• Keep children rear-facing as long as possible—until they reach the maximum height or weight allowed by the seat.
• Use a booster seat until seat belts fit properly (usually when a child is 4'9", between ages 8–12).
• Never place a rear-facing seat in front of an active airbag.
• Register your car seat with the manufacturer to receive safety updates and recalls.

Learn more and find a car seat inspection station near you: https://bit.ly/46xMBI7

09/26/2025

Born at just 30 weeks, Kinsley was diagnosed with a rare condition called tracheoesophageal fistula and esophageal atresia, where the esophagus and trachea do not develop correctly. At only 12-hours-old, she had to undergo surgery here at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s. After spending 60 days in the NICU, Kinsley is now a healthy 4-year-old. She and her mom, Hannah, are sharing their story of hope and healing during : https://bit.ly/4nrB2rY

HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's is the only hospital in the entire Rocky Mountain region with a Level IV NICU as well as a Level IV Maternal Care program – the highest levels of care available. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mDoJaC

A Colorado mom whose daughter spent 60 days in the NICU shares her experience during NICU awareness month.

09/18/2025

September 21-27 is National Child Passenger Safety Week and we want to help keep your little ones safe by ensuring proper fitting and installation of their car seats! Whether you are a parent-to-be, grandparent or you have multiple kids in car seats, you can make an appointment to have your car seat inspected by our certified car seat technicians!

Reserve your spot now—click the link below to schedule!
https://bit.ly/4na3azF or call 844.630.5295.

Saturday, September 27, 2005 | 10:00am - 2:00pm
HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's
2001 N High Street, Denver, CO 80205

09/13/2025

When pediatric leukemia patient, Tao, couldn’t make it to the Rapids game due to being readmitted to HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s, that didn’t stop the Colorado Rapids Soccer Club from making his day unforgettable.

Tao was selected to be a “Rapid for a Day,” but when he couldn’t attend the match, the team brought the experience to him! Huge thanks to Colorado Rapids players Oliver Larraz ( #8) and Sam Vines ( #3) for visiting Tao in his hospital room, bringing positive energy, and showering him with team swag — including a soccer ball signed by the entire team!

Your kindness brought so much joy to Tao and reminded us all that the game is bigger than the field. Thank you for making his day so much brighter!

09/10/2025

September 21-27 is National Child Passenger Safety Week and we want to help keep your little ones safe by ensuring proper fitting and installation of their car seats! Whether you are a parent-to-be, grandparent or you have multiple kids in car seats, you can make an appointment to have your car seat inspected by our certified car seat technicians!

Schedule your appointment today at https://bit.ly/4maRLye or call 844.630.5295.

Saturday, September 27, 2005 | 10:00am - 2:00pm
HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's
2001 N High Street, Denver, CO 80205

09/03/2025

Meet Devin, a former patient who is making a lasting impact.

During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we want to highlight Devin — a former patient at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s who is now making a lasting impact by giving back to patients walking the path he once did.

After receiving a pediatric cancer diagnosis, Devin underwent treatment at our hospital, where he experienced firsthand the challenges of long hospital stays — especially during the holidays.

But Devin didn’t stop at surviving. He turned his experience into a mission. He founded Hospital Homies, a non-profit dedicated to supporting pediatric patients and their families. Now, Devin spends his holidays delivering joy, encouragement, and support to children in the hospital — turning difficult days into moments of hope.

Thank you, Devin, for bringing light to the lives of others through your kindness and compassion!

08/27/2025

When Anna was 15, she developed intense shoulder pain. She was eventually diagnosed with osteosarcoma and spent nine months in treatment at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s. Through chemo, surgery and recovery, she found strength through their support, art and, yes, Taylor Swift concerts. Now 16, she is thriving. She even founded Anna’s Room, a nonprofit to bring comfort kits to other pediatric cancer patients - like her.

I found out I had osteosarcoma, which is a rare and aggressive bone cancer. Within days, I was sporting a port and starting chemotherapy. Life, as I had known it, changed in an instant.

08/26/2025

🐶🎉 Happy National Dog Day! 🎉🐶

Today, we’re celebrating two of our fur-vorite team members — Posey and Lemon, our loveable facility dogs at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's!

These compassionate canines bring comfort, courage, and a whole lot of tail wags to our patients, families, and staff every day — and today, they got a little extra spotlight!

Posey and Lemon - along with Child Life Specialists Kara and Kristan - made a special appearance on CBS News to share how facility dogs are making a difference in pediatric care. We couldn’t be more proud of them for spreading smiles and healing hearts, one paw at a time.

🐾 Check out their CBS feature and join us in giving these four-legged heroes some love today!

On National Dog Day, therapy dogs are featured at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's and how they impact patients' lives.

08/26/2025

Not all heroes wear capes – some wear collars (and sunglasses)! This , we’re celebrating the healing power of pups everywhere.

Facility and are valued members of our larger HCA Healthcare family, and they spread joy to our patients and caregivers. These specially trained companions, like Posey and Lemon – may help to reduce stress, anxiety and feelings of isolation, improve mood and lower blood pressure. Some of these furry friends even have their own badges and earn anniversary pins for their years of service.

Beyond the specialized work of therapy dogs, pets can provide unconditional love, comfort and companionship while also encouraging physical activity, all of which has a on mental and physical well-being.

Whether they’re bringing their calming presence to a clinical setting or simply enriching our lives with a daily dose of “pawsitivity,” dogs truly do make a difference.

08/26/2025

Small businesses play an important role as job creators and are a pillar in communities nationwide. More than 4 million small business owners purchase healthcare coverage on their own and rely on Enhanced Premium Tax Credits (EPTCs) to keep premiums affordable.

But unless Congress acts soon, these tax credits will expire at the end of 2025. Many small businesses may face increased costs or be forced to reduce or eliminate employee health coverage.

Find out how you can help protect access to care at https://bit.ly/4lJKYLK

08/16/2025

Have you ever wondered about the difference in care between a midwife and an OB/GYN? It's a question many expectant parents have. From prenatal appointments to delivery day and beyond, both types of providers offer incredible support, but their approaches and specializations can be quite distinct.

OB/GYN Dr. Sara Lillo and Certified Midwife Jill Edwards, with Consultants in OB/GYN - a part of HCA HealthONE, discuss what each brings to the table. Whether you're planning for a family, curious about your options or just want to learn more, this video is for you.

Find an OB/GYN or midwife at HCAHealthONE.com/baby.