Children's National Emergency Department at United Medical Center

07/28/2025

We give this visit a Chef's kiss! Our foodie questions were answered and we spun the wheel to whip up a surprise recipe together. Never a dull moment in our Ryan Seacrest Foundation Studio!

07/28/2025

We served up lots of smiles and tons of fun at this year's Kids' Day at the Mubadala Citi DC Open 🎾 A big thanks to all the kids, families and volunteers who joined us and helped make this day possible!

07/26/2025

Is your child complaining about an itchy or painful ear after swimming? It could be swimmer's ear! Learn what causes it, how to prevent it and when to see a doctor.

Left untreated, swimmer's ear can lead to complications like persistent infections, spread of bacteria to nearby tissues, or even temporary hearing loss.

07/24/2025

Did you know that the color of your child's swimsuit can dramatically increase their visibility in the water? Learn more about which colors are best and which to avoid at the beach or pool! ⬇️
https://riseandshine.childrensnational.org/water-safety-tip-for-choosing-the-right-swimsuit-color/

07/18/2025

Did you know that the color of your child's swimsuit can dramatically increase their visibility in the water? Before you head to the pool or beach, learn more about which colors are best and which to avoid.
https://riseandshine.childrensnational.org/water-safety-tip-for-choosing-the-right-swimsuit-color/

07/17/2025

Our Chief Cuddle Officer, Company, gave us a behind the scenes look at a day in his life as a facility dog here at Children's National Hospital ❤️🦮

07/16/2025

Stay cool (and safe!) in the pool this summer with these pool safety tips! 😎🏖️

👀 Assign a water watcher - this is a designated adult whose job is to watch the kids in the water.

🏊 Teach your kids to swim! Don't rely on pool floats and other devices to keep your kids safe.

☀️ Dress kids in bright colors - they're the easiest to see underwater!

07/15/2025

In their first days of life, Sloane and Owen both needed open-heart surgery. As neighbors, their parents have been there for each other through it all. Now, they raise funds through the Race for Every Child 5K Run/Walk to give back. ❤️

“Owen loves to run and be with his family, so it makes for the perfect day,” his mom, Lauren, says.

Register to join us on Saturday, Oct. 18 at Freedom Plaza and be part of our incredible community of support! https://bit.ly/44EserA

07/11/2025

We loved meeting so many families at this year’s Mary Washington Healthcare Community Baby Shower! Our primary care team was proud to represent Children's National and highlight our pediatric services available in Fredericksburg, VA: https://www.childrensnational.org/get-care/locations/fredericksburg

07/07/2025

A 30-second test saved her life. 🫀 When Charlie was born, something didn’t seem right. A simple pulse-ox test revealed dangerously low oxygen levels—leading to a diagnosis of a life-threatening heart condition. At just four days old, she underwent emergency surgery to repair a critical narrowing in her aorta. Thanks to expert care and a quick diagnosis, Charlie is now almost 3 and thriving.

07/04/2025

Yesterday, First Lady Melania Trump visited patients and families at Children’s National in the Bunny Mellon Healing Garden, which she helped open in 2017, ahead of the 4th of July holiday. We are deeply grateful to the First Lady for continuing the longstanding tradition of First Ladies bringing joy and comfort to our patients, families and staff here in the nation’s capital. We especially appreciate the gift of a yellow hybrid tea rose bush, which longtime White House groundskeeper Dale Haney personally planted in our Healing Garden! 💛

06/30/2025

Elliott loves zipping around on his scooter and sprinting down the soccer field. After four heart surgeries to treat a rare congenital heart condition, he is excited to follow in his mom Sarah's footsteps and earn a medal at the Race For Every Child 5K Run/Walk!

“Since he was five days old and overcame his first surgery, all he’s done is cross finish lines,” his dad, Chris, says.

Join us for the 5K and Kids Dash on Saturday, Oct. 18 to create brighter futures for kids like Elliott. Register for free today: https://bit.ly/44EserA