Nationwide Children's Hospital

Nationwide Children's Hospital At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, everything matters to us. Because when it’s your child, everything matters to you.

Nationwide Children’s is one of America's largest pediatric hospitals, an international leader in research and is ranked in all 11 specialties on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-26 “America’s Best Children’s Hospitals” list. Our staff, comprised of over 1,700 medical professionals and over 16,000 employees, provides state-of-the-art pediatric care for 1.9 million patient visits annually. And, according to the Children’s Hospital Association, Nationwide Children's is the #1 provider of inpatient pediatric surgery in the country. Our doctors represent every major pediatric sub-specialty. With over 50 locations throughout Ohio, signature programs include heart, cancer, gastroenterology and neonatology care, all of which are internationally recognized. Tim Robinson is CEO of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, which includes the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Foundation and The Center for Family Safety and Healing at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. As home to the Department of Pediatrics of The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Nationwide Children’s physicians train the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric specialists. The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is one of the Top 10 National Institutes of Health-funded freestanding pediatric research facilities. Nationwide Children’s remains true to the original mission since its founding in 1892 of providing care regardless of a family’s ability to pay. More information is available at NationwideChildrens.org.

12/15/2025

What is biliary atresia and what signs should you watch for in your infant? Listen as Dr. Amanda Jensen shares more about this condition.

👋 Meet Connor.Connor was just 3 years old when he began to suffer from a concerning array of symptoms. A blood test reve...
12/15/2025

👋 Meet Connor.

Connor was just 3 years old when he began to suffer from a concerning array of symptoms. A blood test revealed the root cause: B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a fast-growing blood cancer.

Connor was immediately referred to Nationwide Children’s Hospital in March 2021. He began receiving chemotherapy, blood transfusions and other procedures. It wasn’t easy, especially since Connor’s family lives two hours north of the hospital, but hospital staff did everything they could to make him comfortable. From Child Life specialists who remembered little details about him to the nurse who made him a rainbow loom bracelet to use as his ID band, small acts of kindness made a big difference.

On May 18, 2023, he rang the bell to celebrate finishing treatment. For over two years, Connor returned to school and the regular routines of being a kid. But when Connor’s lymph nodes suddenly became swollen, his mother, Sarah, knew something was wrong. Sadly, his cancer had relapsed. Connor was admitted to the hospital on the night of July 4, 2025. That night he watched the fireworks from his window. He remained inpatient for 32 days.

Connor is currently receiving treatment, which will continue for two more years. While the hospital may not be the most convenient option for Connor’s care, his family knows it’s the best place for him.

“Every encounter, whether it be with the medical team, therapists, hospitality staff or even food services, has left us feeling cared for and supported,” Sarah says. “Connor isn’t just a patient, but the patient.” Connor himself says, “This is a place no one wants to be, but it’s the best place to be when you need it.”

Despite the challenges he continues to face, Connor remains resilient, funny and kind. He loves making his family smile and building miniature engines and tractors from LEGO. This holiday season, he is looking forward to baking Christmas cookies and celebrating with his family.

This holiday season, light up the life of patients like Connor. Give today. ✨

👋 Meet Oliver! Born with posterior urethral valves (PUV), Oliver’s biggest medical complexity has always been his kidney...
12/14/2025

👋 Meet Oliver!

Born with posterior urethral valves (PUV), Oliver’s biggest medical complexity has always been his kidneys. In his first three hours of life, he coded on a medical flight - the first helicopter transport from his birth hospital to Nationwide Children’s in 20 years.

“A complete shock to the medical team. A complete shock to me,” his mom recalls.

Oliver spent 99 days in the NICU where he underwent 16 surgeries, ECMO, dialysis and a stroke. His family lived minute by minute, but eventually, Oliver stabilized.

Today, Oliver is seen by his Urology and Nephrology care team and hospital visits, procedures and medications have become part of their rhythm. Despite his complex health history, Oliver is your typical curious and energetic 6-year-old. He plays baseball, self-administers his treatments and excels at reading and math!

“He’s my miracle. My inspiration. He’s my why,” his mom says. 🧡

🦋 This holiday season, every time a donation is made, the butterflies on the lawn of Nationwide Children's will illumina...
12/13/2025

🦋 This holiday season, every time a donation is made, the butterflies on the lawn of Nationwide Children's will illuminate for patients, families, and staff to see. From now until December 16, every gift made to "Light Up the Lawn, Light Up a Life" will be matched up to $50,000 thanks to Cenovus' generous support.

⭐ Light up a life today at NationwideChildrens.org/Giving.

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Our animal friends are decking the halls in style! These friends are spreading holiday cheer among the twinkling lights ...
12/12/2025

Our animal friends are decking the halls in style! These friends are spreading holiday cheer among the twinkling lights and festive décor. Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! 🐾✨

12/11/2025

Safe sleep saves lives. Learn the steps to keep your baby safe while sleeping. Watch our quick video for essential tips every parent should know!

🦋 Remember Brady?!Brady was born with pectus excavatum, a common condition in which his breastbone sinks into his chest ...
12/11/2025

🦋 Remember Brady?!

Brady was born with pectus excavatum, a common condition in which his breastbone sinks into his chest as he grows. As he began puberty, it became clear he had a more severe case. Brady’s breastbone was sunk deep into his chest causing a bowl-like effect that put pressure on his lungs, affecting his breathing and his ability to play his favorite sport, soccer.

Brady's mom shared: “The pressure on his lungs led to him needing an inhaler for sports and one thing after another. We got to the point where our pediatrician said, ‘If you want to speak to somebody at Nationwide Children's, now is the time.’”

At 14, Brady met with Dr. Brian Kenney here at Nationwide Children's. With the support of his parents and Dr. Kenney, Brady decided to have corrective surgery his sophomore year.

During the eight-hour surgery, Dr. Kenney inserted two metal bars under Brady’s breastbone that will remain there for 3 years. After a 3-month recovery, Brady was back on the field playing soccer!

Brady is breathing easy now. He is in his senior year of high school and has committed to play soccer at John Carroll University in 2026. When he’s not at soccer practice or playing cards with his buddies, Brady helps at his parents’ optometry practice. Currently, he plans to follow in their footsteps and become an optometrist.

This holiday season, when you give to Light Up a Lawn, Light Up a Life, you are helping Nationwide Children’s support the dreams of patients like Brady. ✨

🏀 We love it when the Harlem Globetrotters stop by for a visit! Zeus stopped by Canine Corner last week to see patients ...
12/10/2025

🏀 We love it when the Harlem Globetrotters stop by for a visit! Zeus stopped by Canine Corner last week to see patients and staff and hang out some pretty cute therapy dogs!

🐾 Canine Companions

12/10/2025

Is it flu or RSV? Our expert shares some of the most common symptoms of each. ⬇️

12/09/2025

Scrolling isn’t a substitute for science. If you have questions about your child’s health, talk to their pediatrician!

🎉 The PICU team celebrated with one of their favorite Butterfly Paws pups yesterday evening. We hope you have a Paws-iti...
12/09/2025

🎉 The PICU team celebrated with one of their favorite Butterfly Paws pups yesterday evening. We hope you have a Paws-itively fantastic 2nd birthday Marlee!

🐾 Canine Companions

12/08/2025

Looking for a workout to help strengthen your lower body? Check out this 4️⃣ exercise mini resistance band workout from our Sports Medicine at Nationwide Children's Hospital Sports Performance Specialist.

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Nationwide Children’s is one of America's largest pediatric hospitals, an international leader in research and is ranked in all 10 specialties on U.S.News & World Report’s 2019-20 “America’s Best Children’s Hospitals” list. Our staff, comprised of 1,100 medical professionals and over 13,000 employees, provides state-of-the-art pediatric care for one million patient visits annually. And, according to the Children’s Hospital Association, Nationwide Children's is the #1 provider of pediatric surgery in the country. As home to the Department of Pediatrics of The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Nationwide Children’s physicians train the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric specialists. The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is one of the Top 10 National Institutes of Health-funded freestanding pediatric research facilities. Nationwide Children’s remains true to the original mission since its founding in 1892 of providing care regardless of a family’s ability to pay. More information is available at NationwideChildrens.org. Our doctors represent every major pediatric sub-specialty. Signature programs include heart, cancer, gastroenterology and neonatology care, all of which are internationally recognized. Tim Robinson is CEO of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, which includes The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Nationwide Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Center for Family Safety and Healing at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.