Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

01/30/2026

We spent a morning with cardiac patient Tristan, the newest helper in spreading the word about this year’s Panera Bread Heart Cookie campaign! 🍪💗

Tristan gladly accepted his “payment” in cookies 😉

Stay tuned for more details when the campaign starts February 1! 🤗

01/29/2026

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01/27/2026

Noticing early signs of neurological concerns can lead to care that makes a lifelong difference. 🧡

Here’s what to look for and when to speak with your child’s care team. 👶🧠

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4sVNTFP

01/26/2026

Healing has four paws. 🐾🧡

From easing stress and anxiety to bringing comfort, connection and smiles — our pet therapy dogs make a powerful difference for our patients. Here are 6 ways these furry heroes help patients feel better, inside and out. 🐶✨

01/20/2026

Advancing pediatric neurosurgery on a global scale 🧠✨

Last week, we hosted the Second Flexible Ventricular Neuroendoscopy Live Surgery & Hands-On Workshop at Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute's Bioskills Lab, welcoming pediatric neurosurgeons from 10+ countries across 5 continents. 🌎

The three-day event featured hands-on lab training, a live surgery at our hospital, expert lectures, and case discussions — focused on ETV/CPC, a life-saving surgical advancement for pediatric and infant hydrocephalus affecting nearly one million babies worldwide.

01/16/2026

Trauma nurse liaison Madison Eberhardt at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children is breaking down 3 common baby safe sleep myths we hear all the time:

❌ Co-sleeping is always safe
❌ Stuffed animals belong in the crib
❌ Babies should sleep on their stomachs

The truth? Babies sleep safest alone, on their backs, in an empty crib. These simple steps can make a life-saving difference. ✅

01/14/2026

Picky eater? You’re not alone.

Try these 5 ways to help your child eat healthier 🍽️✨

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Lp57KZ

01/14/2026

Los niños deben mantenerse activos, incluso si no practican deportes. Escucha más del Dr. Erick Santana, pediatra de Orlando Health Physician Associates en Kissimmee. 🤽‍♀️🤾‍♀️
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Children should be active -- even if they don't play sports. Hear more from Dr. Erick Santana, a pediatrician part of Orlando Health Physician Associates in Kissimmee.

OrlandoHealth

01/13/2026

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Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children is proud to be Central Florida’s exclusive member of Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and honored to benefit from its mission to bring people together to raise money for children's healthcare in our local community.

Today, CMN unveiled a new look and is asking our community to join the movement to ensure . The outcome: we can do more for kids in our community. And they certainly deserve more.

We encourage you to join this movement by signing the pledge and making a donation at cmn.org/pledge.

01/09/2026

✨ “¡Finalmente puedo caminar sola!” ✨

Después de que le dijeron que quizás nunca llegaría a caminar, la determinación de Anayla, junto con la fe de sus padres, la llevó al equipo de rehabilitación pediátrica del Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Gracias a la terapia y la atención especializada, Anayla ha logrado lo que antes parecía imposible. 🧡
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✨ “I can walk on my own now!” ✨

After being told she might never walk, Anayla’s determination — and her parents’ unwavering belief — led them to the pediatric rehab team at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Through therapy and specialized care, Anayla has achieved what once seemed impossible. 🧡

01/06/2026

One year ago, Olivia reached a major milestone — her kidney transplant and the start of a new chapter in her care. 🧡

From an early age, Olivia’s care team knew a transplant would be needed. By age 2, she was listed for a kidney, and her family waited with hope for the call that would change everything. That call came one year ago, when Olivia underwent her kidney transplant — an important step toward better health and new possibilities.

Today, Olivia is cared for by Jorge A. Ramirez, MD, at our Hewell Kids’ Kidney Center and is also followed by urology, colorectal, GI, and orthopedic specialists. Most recently, she completed 12 weeks at the Feeding Difficulties Center, where she reached another huge milestone — becoming tube-free. 🌟

Over the past year, Olivia has shown incredible strength and resilience. 💪 As we celebrate her 1st kidney-versary, we also honor the selfless donor who made this life-changing gift possible. We are deeply grateful for the hope and healing organ donation brings to families like Olivia’s.

Here’s to one year stronger and thriving. 🎈🎂