John Magee, MD

10/31/2025

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, starting November 1, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) emergency benefits will be paused and WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) benefits will pause on November 8. Both PA and NJ will continue processing SNAP applications and case updates during this time.

We know that many of our patient families and community members count on these programs, and access to healthy food is essential for everyone.

If your family needs support, we’ve gathered a list of local food resources and assistance programs to help during this time: http://ms.spr.ly/6182tEc2s.

10/31/2025

First came the adorable babies from our Harriet and Ronald Lassin Newborn/Infant Intensive Care Unit (N/IICU)…and now it’s time for round two!

Meet the BOO-tiful babies of our Middleman Family Pavilion N/IICU — from Mickey Mouse to a donut and even a tiny surgeon! They may be the tiniest trick-or-treaters, but their Halloween spirit is bigger than ever. 💙

10/30/2025

"Part of what I really admire about CHOP’s entire approach to mental health is how they emphasize that it’s an issue that affects all of us — and there’s no shame in that." - Lane Johnson, Philadelphia Eagles

Learn more about how our Behavioral Health and Crisis Center facility is helping to meet the needs of youth in our community in this article from The Philadelphia Citizen.

CHOP’s Behavioral Health and Crisis Center is meeting the overwhelming demand for mental health support for young people

10/29/2025

We will be lit up in orange in honor of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Awareness Month!

💡 What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication, or AAC?

AAC is a set of tools or strategies that people use to communicate more effectively, including facial expressions, gestures, sign language, picture boards, and high-tech speech generating devices or tablets.

Learn more about AAC and the services our Center for Childhood Communication provides: http://ms.spr.ly/6187t8laJ.

10/29/2025

Taking chlorophyll supplements to reduce body odor has become a trend but do they really improve health?

There is no evidence they do. Our experts recommend getting chlorophyll from eating whole vegetables. Families should talk with their child’s healthcare provider before trying any new supplement.

Learn more: https://www.chop.edu/pediatric-health-chat/chlorophyll-supplements-body-odor-acne.

10/29/2025

There are some spook-tacularly adorable babies in our Harriet and Ronald Lassin Newborn/Infant Intensive Care Unit (N/IICU)! One of our favorite annual traditions, our N/IICU staff helped some of our tiniest — and mightiest — patients choose the perfect Halloween costumes. From ketchup and mustard to pumpkins and little mice, it was a real treat to see all the cuteness. 💙 Happy Halloween!

10/28/2025

Today is the very first Noonan Syndrome Day of Celebration, a day to celebrate patients around the world like Zoey. When she was 10 months old, Zoey woke up wheezing. Her family rushed her to the local emergency room and eventually transferred her to CHOP. Once at CHOP, Zoey was diagnosed with Noonan syndrome, a genetic disorder which can cause short stature, heart defects, bleeding problems and changes to the skeleton.

In addition to numerous lifesaving procedures, CHOP has also provided Zoey’s family with a level of expertise that her local hospital couldn’t. Today, Zoey is continuing to thrive with the support of her family and treatment team. Our RASopathies Center cares for many patients like Zoey and is proud to support our Noonan syndrome community today and every day! Learn more: http://ms.spr.ly/6186t8lKO.

10/28/2025

Catherine and Casey were ecstatic when they learned they were expecting after a long IVF journey.

But at 13 weeks, they received difficult news — their baby, Amelia, had a giant omphalocele, a rare birth defect where some organs develop outside the body. The family’s doctor in the Cayman Islands knew Amelia would need highly specialized care not available locally.

Determined to give their daughter the best possible chance at a healthy future, Catherine and Casey turned to The Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment at CHOP, where they found the expertise — and hope — they were searching for.

Read Amelia's story, below.

Amelia’s journey began with a rare and complex birth defect. Thanks to expert care at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, she has overcome incredible challenges.

10/28/2025

More than 1,000 local philanthropists, corporate leaders and patient families came together for an evening of inspirational storytelling and impact at our signature fundraiser, the Carousel Ball!

Thanks to the generosity of donors, sponsors and attendees, we raised more than $7 million directly benefiting pediatric care, research and education. This funding includes $3.8 million raised to support the next breakthrough in cancer treatment, ALK-targeting CAR T-cell therapy for solid tumors.

Learn more about the evening and how you can support tomorrow's breakthroughs: http://ms.spr.ly/6181tB41L. ✨

10/27/2025

Recent stories in the news and on social media have led to a lot of new questions about Tylenol® (acetaminophen). We encourage families to ensure the information they're getting is coming from trusted medical experts.

Here is what we know: Acetaminophen is a safe, trusted, and effective medicine for children when used as directed. It helps with fever and pain and has been used worldwide for decades.

Learn more on our website: http://ms.spr.ly/6189tBNh5.

10/27/2025

Eight-year-old Dottie has a rare condition called Aicardi-Goutières syndrome that affects her brain and immune system. She and her family recently flew all the way from Indiana to see Dr. Adeline Vanderver in our multidisciplinary Leukodystrophy Center—but someone important didn’t make it onto the plane… her beloved comfort buddy, Teddy!

Luckily, Teddy’s travel plans just ran a little behind. Thanks to some extra TLC (and his very own airline ticket), Teddy made an overnight journey straight to our hospital. Nurse Katie delivered him right to Dottie's arms, showing off just how far he’d traveled to be there. 😍

10/25/2025

When Dr. Beverly Coleman started her career in radiology in the early 1970s, ultrasound was still a curiosity. The machines were massive, occupying entire rooms, and the images they produced were fuzzy and ghostly. Expectant mothers were wheeled in for a glimpse of the mysterious shapes on the monitor. Few imagined that one day, that same technology — now portable enough to hold in your hand — would help redefine what was possible in medicine.

As Dr. Coleman soon retires from her role as Director of Fetal Imaging at The Center for Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment at CHOP, we celebrate a trailblazer who redefined her field, shattered barriers, and helped generations of families see hope where there once was uncertainty.

Read more in this Q & A with Dr. Coleman, below.

Dr. Beverly Coleman’s pioneering work in fetal imaging transformed care for countless families — and her impact will continue to guide the field for years to come.