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Golisano Children’s Hospital at University of Vermont Health provides first-rate care with a child-friendly approach, from the maternity unit to the Emergency Department, from our Children's Specialty Center to our pediatric primary care clinics.

04/29/2026

THUMP! The sound every parent dreads. When 9-year-old Eliza fell at home, she seemed OK at first. But soon her parents rushed her to UVM Medical Center, where doctors diagnosed a life-threatening epidural hematoma.

“There are only a handful of true ‘neurosurgical emergencies’ and an acute epidural hematoma is one of them,” says Elizabeth Wicks, MD, the on-call neurosurgery resident who arrived at Eliza’s bedside minutes after her scan.

Thanks to quick decisions, expert pediatric neurosurgical care and a lot of compassion, including a promised-pre-surgery braid – Eliza is back at school, skiing and looking forward to a summer at riding camp.

“We really felt like we were cared for by an entire community,” says her mom, Hillary.

Read Eliza’s full story in the comments.

04/23/2026

What does culturally responsive maternity care really look like?

At UVM Health, it starts by listening.

Refugee and immigrant women in Burlington clearly told us what they needed: support from people who spoke their language, understood their culture and could help them navigate the hospital system.

So clinicians and community partners took action, launching a grant-funded culturally informed doula program. Community members are trained and paid to support patients through pregnancy, labor and postpartum care while helping bridge gaps in communication, trust and understanding.

“I received some of the best care, and I wish I had this support with my other children,” said one participant, who recently gave birth to her 12th child.

This is what it looks like to build care around what patients actually ask for. Read more in the comments.

04/22/2026

🌍 Happy Earth Day!

At UVM Health, caring for our patients means caring for the world around them. From designing more efficient buildings to improving air quality through more efficient anesthesia delivery system, our sustainability work helps create healthier spaces for patients and staff while protecting our environment for future generations.

Together, we’re building a healthier future for our communities and our planet. 💚

04/21/2026

We were honored to attend the KidSafe Collaborative’s 37th Annual Outstanding Service Awards on behalf of Golisano Children’s Hospital at UVM Health last week.

For more than 30 years, the KidSafe Awards have recognized individuals and organizations who go above and beyond to improve the safety, health and well-being of children and families across Chittenden County. This year’s event was especially meaningful as it was dedicated to the memory of Sue Victory. Sue devoted more than four decades to supporting local health care, starting in 1969. She eventually became senior administrative coordinator for our Children’s Hospital, where she was instrumental in shaping the spaces and programs that define us today.

Thank you to KidSafe Collaborative for hosting this meaningful celebration and for your continued leadership in creating a safer, healthier future for our communities.

04/20/2026

🔬 It's Medical Laboratory Professional Week and we're recognizing the members of the pathology and laboratory medicine teams across our partners. Often working behind the scenes, these staff members play a critical role in our health care community.

Thank you for all that you do!

04/19/2026

When something isn’t right.
Keeping children safe is something we all have a role in.

In this episode of Living Healthy Together, we explore how we recognize and prevent child abuse and neglect, respond with care and work together to support children and families.

Hear from clinicians, foster parents and community leaders about how prevention works - and the role we can all play.

🎧 Listen to the podcast
~ Link in the comments ~

04/12/2026

Thank you, Dr. First!

A gifted teacher, compassionate physician, influential academic and tireless advocate, Dr. Lewis First has shaped generations of pediatricians and strengthened care for countless families – here and across the nation.

On Friday night, there were tears, laughter, stories, songs and puns as hundreds of colleagues, current and former students, friends and family gathered to celebrate Dr. First and wish him well in retirement.

After more than 30 years, Dr. First will retire as of July 1 from the roles of Chief of Pediatrics at Golisano Children’s Hospital at University of Vermont Health, and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and UVM Health.

“I’m proudest of the fact that, for 32 years, it’s been you who makes this place so special,” Dr. First told the crowd. “And it will continue to be, because of you.”

The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont

04/01/2026

Pinwheels, spinning with purpose.

Today, we planted a Pinwheel Garden outside UVM Medical Center to mark the start of Child Abuse Prevention Month – a symbol of hope, playfulness and the happy, safe childhood every kid deserves.

As Dr. James Metz from the Child Safe Program at Golisano Children’s Hospital shared:
“Unfortunately, child abuse is something we deal with day in and day out – here in the hospital and in the community. The pinwheels represent an opportunity for all of us to get involved.”

This month’s message is clear: Protecting kids is everyone’s job. Help prevent child abuse by learning the signs, speaking up and supporting families and children.

Thank you to our health care workers, public health and safety partners, community advocates and everyone across Vermont and northern New York who plays a role in keeping kids safe.

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The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont

03/31/2026

As we wrap up Social Work Month, we’re proud to join communities across Vermont in recognizing the essential work of social workers. We are grateful for the critical role social workers play in advocating for patients, supporting families, and strengthening our communities. Thank you for all that you do!

03/30/2026

Is there a doctor who made a difference for you or someone you love?

💬 Share a message of thanks in the comments.

Today, we’re celebrating our physicians. Their work shows up in big moments and small ones - through expertise, compassion and simply being there when it matters most.

Thank you to our doctors for the difference you make in the lives of patients and the communities we serve.

The Robert Larner, M.D. College of Medicine at The University of Vermont

03/27/2026

The Northern New England Poison Center, in partnership with the Vermont Language Justice Project, has created short, easy‑to‑understand videos in 13 languages to help people know when and how to contact the Poison Center.

These resources are designed to support New Americans and multilingual community members by improving access to timely, trusted poison information.

✅ Watch the videos here: Poison Prevention in Other Languages | Northern New England Poison Center

03/18/2026

Sharing warmth and kindness!

Inspired by her own 100-day stay in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit as an infant, Genevieve Handy and three fellow students from Rice Memorial High School’s Female Athletic Leadership Club created blankets for infants who are “graduating” from the NICU.

It’s a gesture filled with warmth and hope for families who are beginning their own journeys home.

🫶 Thank you, Genevieve, for bringing compassion full circle — from one NICU graduate to the next.

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111 Colchester Avenue, Main Campus, East Pavilion, Level 4
Burlington, VT
05401

Telephone

+18028475437

Website

http://uvmhealth.org/childrens

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