University of Maryland Golisano Children's Hospital

11/07/2025

The University of Maryland Golisano Children's Hospital Child Life Team extends a heartfelt thank you to SECU and Starlight Children’s Foundation for their generous donations and participation in UMGCH’s Reverse Trick-or-Treat, helping make Halloween extra special for our pediatric patients!

10/31/2025

Reverse Trick-or-Treating, organized by the University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital Child Life Team, brings the Halloween spirit directly to our pediatric patients. Our dedicated staff dressed up and visited each patient’s room to hand out treats and smiles. The Child Life Team, along with our brave young patients and their families, shared a heartwarming afternoon filled with laughter, connection, and plenty of Halloween fun!

10/31/2025

University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital extends a big thank you from our Child Life team to everyone who donated and helped make Halloween special for our pediatric patients!

10/30/2025

A record-setting gift that will shape the future of pediatric care in Maryland.
Read more in The Baltimore Banner from University of Maryland Medical System CEO Dr. Mohan Suntha, Monika Bauman, Director of Nursing and Patient Care Services for Women’s and Children’s Health, and Dr. Jack Gladstein, Vice Chair for Pediatrics, as they discuss the newly named University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital (UMGCH) and the transformative $50 million philanthropic gift from Tom Golisano that will expand expert, compassionate care for children across Maryland.

https://www.thebanner.com/community/public-health/university-of-maryland-childrens-hospital-50-million-gift-RDSTPSJUWREONJ3ECT6YU2QJMY/

10/28/2025

We’re proud to share that University of Maryland Children’s Hospital has received a record $50 million gift from philanthropist Tom Golisano to advance pediatric care for children and families across Maryland.
This transformative donation will expand the newly named University of Maryland Golisano Children’s Hospital, enhancing our ability to deliver expert, compassionate care closer to home and strengthening our shared mission with the University of Maryland School of Medicine to improve the health and well-being of every child we serve.

Read more about this historic gift:
https://www.umms.org/childrens/news/2025/umch-receives-record-$50-million-gift-from-tom-golisano-to-advance-pediatric-care-in-maryland

10/24/2025

Recently, the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital NICU team reunited with some of their most resilient patients and families at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore for a heartwarming celebration.

This special reunion gave NICU staff the chance to reconnect with children they once cared for, who are now thriving and full of life. Families enjoyed a day of laughter, fun, and animal encounters while creating lasting memories. Events like this highlight not only the remarkable journey of recovery but also the enduring bond between our compassionate caregivers and the young patients they serve every day.

For more information about UMCH’s NICU, visit: https://www.umms.org/childrens/health-services/neonatology/neonatal-intensive-care-unit-nicu

10/20/2025

Check out sights and scenes from University of Maryland Children’s Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) reunion at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore! The event brought together our compassionate, expert-led NICU team with former patients and their families to celebrate milestones, share smiles, and reconnect outside the hospital for a day filled with joy, gratitude, and lasting memories.

10/09/2025

The school year is in full swing, but the emotional challenges for kids don’t end after the first-day jitters. From new friendships to academic pressures, children face stress that can impact their mental health. Dr. Sarah Edwards, child and adolescent psychiatrist at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital, shares expert advice on how parents can recognize the signs of school-year stress and help their children build resilience and confidence.
Learn how to support your child’s mental health all year long👇
https://www.baltimoreschild.com/parents-can-help-support-kids-mental-health-throughout-the-school-year/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNU6v9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0Njd4UkJyV1RRNFg5UlpJAR7xrjgMmTktVwhHrL6mAZhOHj8-4Jn13wcyI0_h_aAOkLDkOvgRXnLrF4rpRQ_aem_G9RklEenzkiAMezYWhX4mw

The school year is in full swing, but the emotional challenges for kids don’t end after the first-day jitters. From new friendships to academic pressures, children face stress that can impact their mental health. Dr. Sarah Edwards, child and adolescent psychiatrist at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital, shares expert advice on how parents can recognize the signs of school-year stress and help their children build resilience and confidence.

Learn how to support your child’s mental health all year long👇
https://www.baltimoreschild.com/parents-can-help-support-kids-mental-health-throughout-the-school-year/

10/08/2025

Help our Child Life team at the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital create a special Halloween celebration for our pediatric patients who are in the hospital >> they have put together a wish list of fun Halloween items from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3H037YIVAH3SI?ref_=wl_share


Please send the items directly to the Child Life office at:
University of Maryland Children’s Hospital
Attn: Child Life
N5E39
22 South Greene Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

10/01/2025

Tee off for a great cause! Join us Friday, October 17, for the "Chip in for Children" golf tournament at the Links at Challedon in Mount Airy, benefiting the Pediatric ICU at University of Maryland Children’s Hospital.
Enjoy a day of fun, including:
⛳️ 9 AM Shotgun Start | 7:30 AM Registration, Breakfast & Driving Range Session
🍽 19th Hole BBQ & Awards Reception: 2- 4 PM
Reception-only tickets and sponsorships are available. Be a champion for children's health! Learn more or register, by visiting: https://birdease.com/MDchipinforchildren

09/30/2025

“Vaping can actually be more addictive than ci******es because the flavors are more appealing than the taste of ci******es themselves,” says Dr. Nidhi Kotwal, Pediatric Pulmonologist at University of Maryland Children’s Hospital and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at University of Maryland School of Medicine.
Read more from Dr. Kotwal in The Baltimore Sun's special edition on addiction and recovery, where she provides expert insights on teen va**ng, its harms, and how it can lead to other addictive behaviors.

To read the full article beginning on Page 12, visit:

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