Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida

01/22/2026

The year was 2016, and construction to build Golisano Children’s Hospital was more than halfway completed. 🏗️

Fast forward to today, and what started as a vision has become a remarkable place with powerful stories every single day. We’re proud to serve our Southwest Florida community. 💙

(📸 Andrew Wests/news-press.com)

01/22/2026

01/21/2026

Big News: Golisano Children’s Hospital has unanimously received Magnet with Distinction® from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest honor awarded to healthcare organizations for nursing excellence.

With 18 exemplars, we’re joining an elite group of less than 1% of U.S. hospitals. We’re so proud of our staff and the years of work put into achieving Magnet® designation. We recognize your devotion and sacrifices, and it has all paid off! 🎉

This historic achievement signifies our commitment to serving our patients and community with the highest standards and best possible care.


American Nurses Association ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center Lee Health Foundation Lee Health

01/20/2026

Every child deserves a space where they feel calm, supported, and understood. 💙

At Golisano Children’s Hospital, we offer 10 dedicated sensory-friendly rooms across our inpatient and outpatient services. These thoughtfully designed spaces provide comfort and support for children with sensory needs, including autism, ADHD, and more.

Each room creates a safe, controlled environment where kids can engage their senses, regulate emotions, and feel more at ease during their care experience.

Read more: https://loom.ly/ruNkg0I

01/16/2026

The technology behind diabetes care has come a long way. 💡

Registered Nurse and Diabetes Educator, Jena Kelly, shares how Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems are transforming the way patients and families manage diabetes. With real-time insights and smarter technology than ever before, CGMs help take the guesswork out of day-to-day care and support better health outcomes.

01/14/2026

We are proud to be a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital — the only one in Southwest Florida!

Since 2020, Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida has partnered with Children's Miracle Network Hospitals to help ensure kids in our community receive the care they need, when they need it most. As part of a network of 170 children’s hospitals across the U.S. and Canada, this partnership helps fund critical treatments, pediatric medical equipment, charitable care, and specialized services not always covered by insurance.

Wherever you see the balloon, you’ll find our team, our patients, and our community united to Make Big Change, For All Kids. 🎈

01/13/2026

This 2026, we’re getting our steps in (and having fun while doing it! 💃)

Thank you to Chaplain John for turning our Golisano Children’s Hospital lobby into a dance party celebration. 🎉 Our friends and staff had a great time showing off their moves.

Should we expect any calls from Dancing with the Stars? 🪩

01/12/2026

Can we get a round of applause for the members of Teamie Preemie at this year’s Pedal for a Purpose!? 👏

Our Golisano team was proud to ride alongside so many passionate supporters to help raise more than $75,000 for the Lee Health Cancer Institute.

Every mile pedaled and dollar raised helps expand access to vital programs and services for patients and families across Southwest Florida.

Training and preparation for next year starts now!


Lee Health Lee Health Cancer Institute Lee Health Foundation

01/09/2026

Exceptional pediatric care is closer than you think. 💙

Golisano Children’s Hospital proudly serves families in Collier County with expert care right here in Naples. Our teams are close to home so your child can get the care they need, without traveling hundreds of miles to various cities.

All of our specialists are trained in a specific area of children’s medical care; when it comes to your child’s health, being nearby makes all the difference.

View our hours and services here: https://loom.ly/_7d0K_k

01/08/2026

Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida offers free monthly autism spectrum disorder screenings for toddlers 18 months to 5 years of age. Early diagnosis can make a vast difference for toddlers and their families.

📅 Upcoming screenings: January 9 & January 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
📍 Pediatric Specialist Office, 15901 Bass Road, Suite 102, Fort Myers.
📞 To schedule a screening, call 239-343-6838.

Screenings are conducted by an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with specialized training in child development. No physician referral is required.

01/06/2026

Dr. Emma Rieker, pediatric audiologist at Lee Health Children’s Rehabilitation - Women & Children's Medical Plaza, reminds us that “people don’t realize how much hearing impacts your day-to-day life until you start to lose it.”

Hearing loss doesn’t just affect the one person, it impacts families, friendships, and those around you. Most importantly, there are ways to help and improve quality of life. 👂

Learn more about our pediatric audiology services 🔗 https://loom.ly/mlzd-Ao

01/02/2026

Our pediatric physical therapists know exactly where every child should be on their development timeline, and they’re here to help every child reach their goals. 💪

Educating and guiding kids (and parents!) through each stage, our Golisano Children’s Hospital Pediatric Rehab Team is here to support kiddos toward progress and independence. 👣