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Shriners Children's Northern California

The Sacramento region's only free-standing children's hospital. Visit www.shrinerschildrens.org/sacramento for more information.
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Shriners Children's Northern California is a pediatric medical center providing highly specialized care and rehabilitation to children with congenital conditions and complex medical needs regardless of the ability of the family to pay. Located just minutes from downtown Sacramento, the Northern California Shriners Hospital treats children with orthopaedic conditions, spinal cord injuries, burns, colorectal disorders, cleft lip, scars from any cause and other specialized plastic surgery needs. To schedule, reschedule or cancel a first-time appointment, please call: 916-453-2191.

02/13/2026

Our Therapeutic Recreation and Child Life (TRCL) department always makes sure our second floor play area is fun and festive! Check out the amazing art for Valentine’s Day- which one is your favorite? 💝

02/11/2026

Today is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science! At Shriners Children's, we believe that encouraging young minds—especially girls—to explore careers in science, healthcare, and research helps create a stronger, more innovative future for children everywhere.

Through education, mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities, we’re proud to support the next generation of scientists, physicians, and healthcare leaders.

02/10/2026

During , our team at Shriners Children’s Northern California was honored to share our mission of burn prevention, education, and specialized care with the community. 💝
Beyond this week, our commitment is year-round. For over 25 years, the Neil Reitman Pediatric Burn Institute at Shriners Children’s Northern California has provided all aspects of pediatric burn care—from critical care and reconstruction to rehabilitation and emotional support. As the largest pediatric burn center west of the Mississippi and an ABA/ACS-verified program, we combine a multidisciplinary treatment approach with groundbreaking research and family-centered care to help children lead active, productive lives after injury. 💪
Thank you to the media outlets who helped amplify these vital safety messages and to our dedicated experts who shared their knowledge:
Tina Palmieri, M.D., Chief of Burns
Kenny Pawlek, Administrator
Wendi Thomas, Director of Patient Care Services and Nurse Executive
Sandra Meyers, Director of Marketing and Communications
Jennifer Bluette, Manager, ICU
Michael Wadekamper, Manager, Prosthetics and Orthotics
We’re proud of the coverage highlighting our burn prevention advocacy and the life-changing work of our burns program. Thank you ABC10, KCRA 3, FOX40, and Good Day Sacramento for helping us educate and inform!
Check out our linktree for segment links and patient stories from last week! linktr.ee/SHCNorthernCalifornia 🔗

02/09/2026

Summer Youth Academy is right around the corner, and the application window is open NOW! ☀️
The academy provides positive interactions with healthcare professionals, both clinical and administrative, while also educating students about the joys, challenges and responsibilities of healthcare careers. 💝
Here’s what you need to know! 👇
✏️ You can apply and learn more here: bit.ly/4kiyKdQ or at the link in our bio!
✏️ Applicants must be between 16-17 years old by June 1st, 2026.
✏️ SYA will be held June 21-26, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm. Students must attend each day!
✏️ Applicants must be able to attend an interview on Thursday, April 30 with one parent/guardian prior to beginning the volunteer position.
✏️ Applications include a Personal Statement Essay section! If you’d like to learn how to write an effective essay for applications to competitive medical programs, including SYA, you can sign up for a writing workshop on Feb. 19th from 6 pm - 8 pm here: bit.ly/4adpLWI

02/09/2026

We are thrilled to celebrate our schoolteacher Barbara, who was named ABC10’s Teacher of the Month for February! 🙌
For over 25 years, Barbara has been a dedicated educator at Shriners Children's Northern California, making a profound difference in the lives of her students and their families every single day. Her passion, commitment, and heart for teaching truly embody what it means to be an exemplary educator. Thank you, Barbara, for sharing your story and for inspiring our community through the miracle of learning. 💝
Tune in to watch Barbara’s feature segment Tuesday 2/10 in the 5-7 am and 5 pm news on ABC10! 📺

02/06/2026

At 16, Leslie survived a fire that burned 80% of her body and resulted in the loss of both her legs. Her journey to heal led her to Shriners Children’s Northern California.
There, she received specialized burn care, reconstructive surgeries, and prosthetic legs—all at no cost to her family. Through intense therapy, she is learning to walk again.
Now, Leslie is focused on finishing high school, crocheting, baking, and her dream of becoming an animal-assisted therapist. “I’ve had to slow down a lot,” she says, “but I know I can get back to doing the things I love.”
This , we honor survivors like Leslie.
❤️ Share to spread hope
🔗Learn more at https://ow.ly/1xBb50Y5IVA and read Leslie's story at https://ow.ly/maEm50Y5IVC!

02/06/2026

Shriners Children's burn centers have seen multiple teens with burns to their faces after trying a dangerous trend involving a sensory toy.

Watch Shriners Children's Ohio’s Dr. Alice Fagin's warning.

American Burn Association

02/05/2026

What are burn prevention tips everyone should know? 🤔
We asked our staff to give us some important ones!
Learn more at BeBurnAware.org 🔗

02/05/2026

Did you catch our patient Gideon on CBS13 CBS Sacramento?
Watch the segment here: https://www.cbsnews.com/sacramento/video/burn-survivor-finds-a-path-back-to-childhood-at-shriners-hospital-in-sacramento/

02/04/2026

When Gideon’s recovery stalled after surviving burns on 84% of his body, his family drove 21 hours for a higher level of care.
At Shriners Children’s Northern California, a collaborative team performed critical surgery, healed stubborn wounds, and guided him through months of intense rehabilitation. He relearned to sit, stand, and walk.
"When he came, he couldn’t sit up. When we left, he didn’t need his wheelchair," says Gideon’s mom.
Today, he’s back home, playing video games and dreaming of adventures.
This , we celebrate resilience and the team that makes recovery possible.
❤️ Share to spread hope
🔗 Learn more at https://ow.ly/nC8W50Y8lpo and read Gideon's story at https://ow.ly/nMAy50Y8lpn
📺 Watch his CBS13 CBS Sacramento segment at https://ow.ly/uuG150Y8lpm

Shriners Children's

02/03/2026

Today, we continue our celebration of National Women Physicians Day by honoring the exceptional women physicians across all specialties at Shriners Children's Northern California. 🙌
From orthopedics and spinal cord injury care to cleft lip and palate and pediatric rehabilitation, our women physicians lead with expertise, compassion and dedication every day. 💝
Together, they are integral to our mission of providing highly specialized, compassionate care to children, regardless of a family’s ability to pay. We are proud of the diverse and talented medical teams that make our world-class care possible. ✨
Join us in thanking the women physicians making a difference in the lives of our patients and families!

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2425 Stockton Boulevard
Sacramento, CA
95817

Telephone

+19164532000

Website

http://shrinerschildrens.org/sacramento

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Located in Sacramento, the Northern California Shriners Hospital treats children seeking comprehensive, compassionate care for complex medical needs that include orthopaedic conditions, spinal cord injuries, burns, scars from any cause, cleft lip, ano-rectal disorders, chest wall malformations and other surgical needs. Visit www.shrinerschildrens.org for more information. To schedule, reschedule or cancel a first-time appointment, please call: 916-453-2191