CHRISTUS Children's

CHRISTUS Children's The only Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit hospital system in greater San Antonio.

We are committed to a mission of extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. CHRISTUS Children's is the only freestanding hospital in San Antonio solely dedicated to providing world-class care to the children of South Texas and beyond. CHRISTUS Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, national origin, military service, race, religion, s*x, s*xual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. CHRISTUS Health cumple con las leyes federales de derechos civiles aplicables y no discrimina por motivos de edad, color, credo, cultura, discapacidad (física o mental), origen étnico, situación familiar, identidad o expresión de género, información genética, idioma, nacionalidad, servicio militar, raza, religión, s*xo, orientación s*xual, nivel socioeconómico o estado de asistencia pública.

When Cassandra learned her son Darien had a complex heart condition and only one functional kidney, she never imagined t...
10/02/2025

When Cassandra learned her son Darien had a complex heart condition and only one functional kidney, she never imagined the journey ahead. After time in the NICU and two heart surgeries, Darien is now home—supported by our Home Monitoring Program.
This program enables families to monitor vital signs, such as oxygen levels, weight, and feedings, from home and share them directly with our specialists, including Brooke Mendiola and Nabila Rattani, who serve as Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioners within our Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery program. For Cassandra, this daily support has been a lifeline, offering peace of mind and keeping Darien safe between surgeries.
Though another surgery is still ahead, Darien is growing stronger every day—thanks to the care team walking alongside his family. 💜

https://christus.io/HeartCenter

Happy Spooky Season! 🎃 When you shop at Spirit Halloween, you’re not just picking out costumes, you’re helping bring com...
10/01/2025

Happy Spooky Season! 🎃 When you shop at Spirit Halloween, you’re not just picking out costumes, you’re helping bring comfort and joy to kids at CHRISTUS Children’s.

Through the Spirit of Children program, your donation supports our Child Life Program, providing play, emotional support and healing to young patients during their hospital stay.

🧡 100% of donations stay local, making a big impact for little patients. Donate at checkout and help make hospital stays a little less scary.

The CowParade San Antonio online auction is live and it’s udderly amazing! Sixteen incredible creations were sold last w...
09/30/2025

The CowParade San Antonio online auction is live and it’s udderly amazing! Sixteen incredible creations were sold last week and are headed to their news homes. 🎨Thanks to the presenting sponsor, IBC Foundation, and the talented local artists who brought each cow to life, you can now bid on these one-of-a-kind creations. Every dollar raised supports families through CHRISTUS Children's Foundation, right here in our community.

🏡Not ready to bring a cow home but want to bid? We’ll team up with local nonprofits to find your cow a loving place to graze.
✨Browse the herd and place your bid: https://christuschildrensfoundation.org/cowparade/online-auction-cows/
💛A heartfelt thank you to the IBC Foundation and all our generous sponsors for helping us moo-ve hope forward!

We’ve “gone gold” all month long in honor of our brave pediatric cancer patients. Their strength inspires us daily, and...
09/30/2025

We’ve “gone gold” all month long in honor of our brave pediatric cancer patients. Their strength inspires us daily, and we’re proud to stand with them during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

You can make a difference too! By signing up for the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP), you could be the match that gives a child hope, healing, and more tomorrows.

Supporting our patients by joining the donor registry at https://my.nmdp.org/s/join?language=en_US&joinCode=childsa

When Katie and her husband welcomed their daughter, Penelope, on July 27, their hearts were full. She was a joyful baby—...
09/29/2025

When Katie and her husband welcomed their daughter, Penelope, on July 27, their hearts were full. She was a joyful baby—smiling, cooing, and already keeping up with her energetic older brother.

Just weeks later, their joy turned into fear when Katie’s mother noticed Penelope’s foot wasn’t moving normally. After several tests and referrals, the Martinez family learned the unimaginable: at only four weeks old, Penelope had neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer.

Within hours of her diagnosis, she underwent surgery, and by the next morning, she was receiving her first dose of chemotherapy.

Today, Penelope is just two months old and has already completed two rounds of treatment. Despite it all, she continues to grow, smile, and inspire her family with her resilience.

“Our doctors kept telling us that babies are resilient, and now I see it every day,” Katie shared. “The care team has been incredible. They acted so fast, supported us through every step, and gave us hope when we didn’t know what to expect.”

As the Martinez family continues this journey, they remain grateful for the strength of their daughter and the compassion of their medical team.

We are honored to stand beside children and families facing cancer. Thank you to KSAT Ernie Zuniga and KSAT 12 & KSAT.com for highlighting stories like Penelope, families like the Martinezes, and the providers and Associates who care for our oncology patients this month. https://bit.ly/3VGL1NK

It’s , a day to honor the tiniest fighters and the compassionate heroes who care for them. Our Level 4 NICU delivers th...
09/27/2025

It’s , a day to honor the tiniest fighters and the compassionate heroes who care for them. Our Level 4 NICU delivers the highest level of care to newborns in critical need, powered by advanced technology and the heartfelt dedication of our Associates.

Thanks to generous donors, community partners and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, our families receive life-saving support when they need it most. Every gift helps ensure no baby fights alone.

Make a difference today: christus.io/ChildrensDonate

We honored with a special “Light the Afternoon” walk alongside Blood Cancer United - South Central Texas. This event ...
09/26/2025

We honored with a special “Light the Afternoon” walk alongside Blood Cancer United - South Central Texas. This event gave our patients, families, and Associates a chance to celebrate, honor, and remember those touched by blood cancers.

It was an afternoon full of hope and milestones, including cheering for Penny as she rang the “End of Treatment Bell” to mark the end of her cancer journey. During the garden party, we were also proud to register 17 new donors to the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP), continuing our mission as a global nonprofit leader in cell therapy to help find cures and save lives for patients with blood cancers and disorders.

Thank you to our community and clinical partners for your support of our patients and families.

You can keep the momentum going and join the official Light the Night event on October 11! Learn more: https://www.lightthenight.org/events/san-antonio

Congratulations to the Living Our Values “stewardship” winner, Lindsey Taulbert! As clinical director of PACU, pre-op a...
09/26/2025

Congratulations to the Living Our Values “stewardship” winner, Lindsey Taulbert!

As clinical director of PACU, pre-op and sedation. Lindsey has shown what true stewardship looks like- leading with purpose, protecting resources and building a system that serves both patients and staff. Her creation of “The One Periop” structure and internal float team didn't just improve efficiency, they reduced surgical cancelations and strengthen team flexibility. Lindsey's thoughtful leadership reminds us that stewardship is about investing wisely in people, process, and outcomes. Thank you, Lindsey, for your vision in care!

For the past five years, Dr. Víctor Bautista Hernández, Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery, has traveled to Honduras to car...
09/25/2025

For the past five years, Dr. Víctor Bautista Hernández, Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery, has traveled to Honduras to care for children with congenital heart disease. He brings the same passion and dedication that he shows when treating kids in San Antonio, while also teaching, learning, and helping to build a sustainable program that will one day provide 24/7 heart care in the region.

This year’s trip was especially meaningful, as it coincided with Día de los Niños. Dr. Bautista joined in celebrating with patients and their families. One touching moment occurred when a young girl who had received surgery the previous year returned with a handwritten note of gratitude for the lifesaving care she had received.

We are deeply grateful to the Gorman Foundation for their support. With support like theirs, Dr. Bautista and his team are not only saving lives, they are building a future where every child has access to the care they need.

Read about a past trip of Dr. Bautista's at https://www.christushealth.org/connect/news/honduras-mission-trip

Our ECMO specialists are highly skilled professionals who operate life-saving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)...
09/24/2025

Our ECMO specialists are highly skilled professionals who operate life-saving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) machines in our PICU and NICU. These associates provide critically ill patients with the opportunity to heal when their hearts or lungs require additional support.

Their expertise, precision, and dedication make all the difference in some of our patients’ most critical moments. We are so grateful for the passion and care they bring to every shift.

This ECMO Specialist Appreciation Week, join us in honoring these incredible ECMO specialists for the lifesaving work you do each day!

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the warmth and resilience of the community. For Dr. Gabriela Nunez, pedia...
09/24/2025

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the warmth and resilience of the community. For Dr. Gabriela Nunez, pediatric psychologist, community and connection are central to her practice. “Community is so important among Latinx people. We believe that together we accomplish more. Collective identity is far more valuable than individualism, and serving others is an example of this.” She carries that lesson into her work every day, guided by “personalismo,” the art of truly seeing and caring for people.

When 16-month-old Ciro’s parents first noticed his unusual eye movements, they never imagined it would lead to a diagnos...
09/23/2025

When 16-month-old Ciro’s parents first noticed his unusual eye movements, they never imagined it would lead to a diagnosis of medulloblastoma, a rare and aggressive brain cancer. Within days, Ciro was undergoing surgery and beginning a long journey of high-dose chemotherapy and stem cell treatment at CHRISTUS Children’s.

Through every stage of his care, Ciro’s family found not just expert medical treatment but also compassionate support, from doctors and nurses, to the Child Life team who cared for both Ciro and his big brother Atom, to the social workers and genetic counselors who gave the family strength and answers.

Now, after completing treatment shortly after his second birthday, Ciro is thriving. His follow-up visits have even become joyful reunions with the caregivers who walked beside his family through every step of their journey.

This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, for Ciro by reading his story at https://christus.io/CirosStory

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The Children's Hospital of San Antonio is the only freestanding hospital in San Antonio solely dedicated to providing world-class care to the children of South Texas and beyond.