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10/08/2025

Saving young lives starts with never compromising care.

Dr. Stuart Covi, a pediatric cardiologist specializing in fetal cardiac imaging and cardiac screening, joined Corewell Health Children’s for its unwavering commitment to advancing pediatric care. His passion lies in preventing sudden cardiac events - one of the most powerful impacts of pediatric cardiology.

“I take time for my patients to be completely heard and thoroughly treated, as though they were my own family,” says Dr. Covi. “Corewell Health provides all the necessary resources and support for providers to save lives.”

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Covi continues to give back to the community. As a Cub Scout Leader, he and his children volunteer for food drives, meals for the homeless and more.

10/06/2025

Since 2019, Jessica has volunteered with Child Life at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital. She consistently sees firsthand how a stuffed animal can ease a child’s hospital stay.

“When I give a patient a stuffed animal, it's a gesture not just from a friendly volunteer, but as a representative of the hospital saying 'You are not alone during your health challenge - we are in this together!' Even just for a moment or one night - it makes a profound difference.”

Her latest birthday wish turned into a wave of compassion: 558 plush toys, countless moments of comfort.

Last year, Jessica collected nearly 200 animals and looks forward to collecting even more in years to come!🧸

10/03/2025

For her birthday this year, pediatrics volunteer Jessica Persichini didn’t ask for gifts or cards - she asked for comfort. Her one request: donate new plush toys to Corewell Health Children's in Royal Oak.

The result? 558 cuddly companions for young patients, delivered through Child Life services. 🧸✨

"I'm honored and grateful to serve as a volunteer in pediatrics, and feel so very fortunate to have the support of family and friends who believe in the impact of our work here!" said Jessica.

09/24/2025

Woof! Therapy dog Millie and her furry friend stand with and support pediatric cancer patients and families in their fight. They're sending so much love and pawsitivity.💙

09/17/2025

Charleigh Johnston was diagnosed with leukemia shortly after her 3rd birthday.

"I was pretty scared," her mom, Jennifer, said. "We didn't know anyone with leukemia, so we didn't know what the outcomes were."

Now at 4 years old, Charleigh's in remission and halfway through treatment. FOX 2 Detroit shares her story at https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/1706594.

09/16/2025

In December 2020, Kennedy Shallal, only four years old at the time, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. “It was pretty devastating. And it was all very, very quick,” her Mom, Cristina, said.

During one of her treatments at the Proton Therapy Center in Royal Oak, she met pet therapy dog Olive. “We started arranging Kennedy’s treatments on days Olive could be there,” Cristina said. Olive brought her so much joy and comfort.

Now eight years old, Kennedy is in remission.

She and her family recently helped us celebrate the launch of a new program that’ll bring smiles to kids like Olive did for her.

This new program will gift pediatric hematology and oncology patients and their siblings a plush toy dog when they get a visit from one of the pet therapy animals. 🐾 💙

09/15/2025

Thank you to the participants, sponsors, organizers and volunteers that made Walk for Miracles 2025 an overwhelming success! Funds raised will help support necessary and needed care at Corewell Health Children's Hospitals.

09/11/2025

This August, Jeremiah walked into his new dorm at Grand Valley State University - his future finally within reach.

It was the summer of 2024 when Jeremiah Robinson began experiencing breathing issues and sought medical help. At Corewell Health Children’s he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and began treatment just as he started his senior year of high school. “I was shocked,” he said.

By fall, Jeremiah was in remission and planning for college. Dr. Kate Gowans and his care team coordinated with Dr. Beth Kurt at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital to continue his treatment after his move to West Michigan.

“He’ll receive chemotherapy to maintain remission,” Dr. Kurt explained.

Smiling toward the future, Jeremiah said, “I look forward to making something of myself.”

09/04/2025

Dr. Nancy McNamara knows firsthand how disruptive epilepsy can be in a child's life. It's one of the reasons she is now a pediatric neurology and epilepsy physician at Corewell Health Children’s in Royal Oak.

Growing up, her younger brother was diagnosed with intractable epilepsy. She witnessed first-hand the care and treatments he required. Now as a physician caring for her own patients, Dr. McNamara uses that experience to forge strong relationships with her patients and their families.

“I view it to be an honor to take care of children with epilepsy and to be able to walk this journey with them,” says Dr. McNamara.

Dr. McNamara is excited to join a pediatric neurology team that is clinically oriented with the goal of improving the care of children with neurological disease. “This is a team sport, and the team here is incredible - from the EEG techs, to the nursing team, APPs and physicians - patients come first.”

When she’s away from the hospital, Dr. McNamara enjoys biking, running and taking any chance to be by one of Michigan’s many lakes with her husband and two sons.

09/03/2025

Team members, students and parents of patients have been busy decorating our campsuses with gold ribbons and yard signs for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 💛

08/25/2025

Thanks for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, Corewell Health Children’s Animal Assisted Therapy Program is implementing a new program that is sure to bring smiles to kids.

Therapy pets have been shown to bring physical, emotional and social support to patients, families, and team members. This new program will gift pediatric hematology and oncology patients and their siblings a plush toy dog, modeled after one of the pet therapy dogs named Millie, when they get a visit from one of the pet therapy animals.

The plush toy will help kids keep the joy and comfort that Millie brings whenever they need it, whether in the hospital or at home.🐾

08/19/2025

The child life team in Royal Oak helped bring the Woodward Dream Cruise to patients with a fun parade and party - complete with themed "cars" and their very own racetrack leading down the hallway. 🏁

For several weeks, the team prepared decorations for the pediatric floor at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital. After the parade, they continue the festivities with face painting, coloring and sweet treats in the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Garden!

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3601 W 13 Mile Rd
Royal Oak, MI
48073

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+18554805437

Website

https://corewellhealth.org/care-and-specialties/childrens/southeast-michigan

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