HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s

12/24/2025

From our HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's and HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's family to yours, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season!

As 2025 draws to a close, we send a heartfelt thank you to our doctors, nurses and all colleagues who show up every day to care for our patients, communities and each other. We’re proud to be part of our broader HCA Healthcare network, which supports over 44 million patient encounters each year across 190 hospitals and more than 2,300 sites of care. Thank you for allowing us to serve you.

12/23/2025

12/23/2025

Our NICU babies are bringing a little festive cheer your way 💛

Thanks to the incredible dedication of our NICU nurses, these tiny fighters dressed up in special holiday outfits so their families could celebrate the season—even while still in the hospital.

Moments like these don’t happen without a team that truly cares. The compassion and commitment of our NICU nursing team shine through in everything they do, helping create joyful memories during what can be a challenging time for families.

We hope our festive babies bring you some holiday cheer! ✨

12/20/2025

Sometimes it’s hard to know where to turn when someone in your family is sick or hurt. Fever in the middle of the night? A possible broken bone from a slip on ice? Or something that just feels more serious than a regular cold? Knowing your options before an emergency can help you act quickly and confidently.

We partnered with Denver Mom Collective to put together a mom‑friendly guide to help you decide between:
- A freestanding emergency room
- A hospital ER
- An urgent care clinic

So the next time something happens, you’ll know exactly where to go: https://bit.ly/4p1F0HB. Find an ER near you at HCAHealthONE.com/ER.

12/18/2025

RSV season is here, and for parents and caregivers it can be really hard to tell when a “simple cold” might be something more serious: https://bit.ly/3YBwJ2i

Dr. Danielle Dhaliwal, pediatric ICU physician with HCA HealthONE, explains:
• The early RSV symptoms to watch for
• How doctors test and diagnose RSV
• Clear signs it’s time to call your provider vs head straight to the ER
• Practical ways to help protect vulnerable family members

Seek immediate medical attention if your child has difficulty breathing, a high fever or a blue color to the skin.

Visit our Pediatric Dedicated Emergency Department for expert, child-focused care in a comforting environment.
Click below to check real-time ED wait times and plan your visit:
👉 See Wait Times & Learn More: https://bit.ly/4oY2CwL

Dr. Danielle Dhaliwal, the medical director of the pediatric ICU at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, joins us to talk about all things RSV.

12/18/2025

Shaping Tomorrow’s Heroes!
HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's and HCA HealthONE Presbyterian St. Luke's was proud to welcome 17 high school students for an inside look at emergency care. From exploring an Air Life ambulance to learning from our incredible team—nurses, EMTs, trauma coordinator, EMS director, chaplain, and ER providers—these future EMTs discovered what it takes to care for patients during their most vulnerable moments.

We’re honored to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals! 💙

12/17/2025

Welcome, Dr. Vossler!

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Vossler to the HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s family! As a highly skilled pediatric heart surgeon, Dr. Vossler brings exceptional expertise and a deep commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Join us in giving him a warm welcome as he helps us continue delivering world-class heart care for our youngest patients. 💙

Big welcome to Dr. John Vossler, the newest friendly face joining our HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Pediatric Heart Surgery team!

Not only is he a highly trained pediatric heart surgeon, but he’s also someone who truly listens, cares deeply, and walks alongside families through every heartbeat of the journey.

From engineering to medicine to leadership, Dr. Vossler’s path has been driven by one goal: making a lasting difference in children's lives.

We’re proud (and lucky!) to have him on board. Learn more about him and how to schedule an appointment: https://www.healthonephysiciangroup.com/locations/pediatric-heart-surgery/physicians/profile/Dr-John-Vossler-MD

12/17/2025

Spreading Holiday Cheer!

This past weekend, HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s proudly welcomed Ferrari of Denver , The Morgan Adams Foundation, and an amazing team of volunteers for our annual Toy Drive!

Over 100 luxury vehicles rolled in loaded with toys for our patients and families. We are beyond grateful to Ferrari of Denver and The Morgan Adams Foundation for their incredible generosity—it truly makes a difference during this special season. ❤️

A huge shoutout to our Kroenke Sports & Entertainment partners for bringing the festive vibes with the Skyline Drumline and mascots Rocky, Wooly the Mammoth, and Bernie! 🥁🎉

Thank you to everyone who helped make this day unforgettable. Together, we’re making the holidays brighter for those who need it most!

12/12/2025

🎄✨ Adopt a Child Holiday Party – Spreading Joy for 25+ Years! ✨🎄

For more than 25 years, our incredible colleagues have embraced the spirit of giving through our Adopt a Child program, supporting children in need at Denver Public Schools. Each year, we “adopt” students and make sure they have gifts to open on Christmas Day.

This week, we celebrated with a magical holiday party where the kids met Mr. & Mrs. Claus and their elves, decorated cookies, and enjoyed a cozy hot chocolate bar. The smiles said it all!

To date, our team has supported more than 2,500 students—a true testament to how We Show Up for our community.

A huge THANK YOU to the volunteers who organized this amazing event and the Disney Pin Crew who made the season brighter for so many families. ❤️

12/08/2025

🎁 Annual “Ruck for a Claus” Brings Holiday Cheer to HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s! 🎁

Nearly 100 participants joined the Travis Manion Foundation's annual “Ruck for a Claus," carrying toys on a 1.5-mile ruck from the Colorado Veteran’s Monument to our hospital. The Travis Manion Foundation not only organizes this incredible event but also runs a youth mentorship program, helping to inspire character and leadership in the next generation.

This generous donation will bring smiles to the faces of our pediatric patients during the holidays and throughout the year. Your kindness and commitment to our community make a lasting impact!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who made this possible, including:
✅ Fidelity Investments Military and Allies Community
✅ Team Rubicon
✅ CU Military, Veterans and First Responders Association
✅ Advanced Space, LLC (Aerospace)
✅ University of Colorado Naval ROTC (Marines and Navy)
✅ Army ROTC Golden Buffalo Battalion
✅ University of Denver’s Military and Veterans Office
✅ Denver Sheriff’s Department
✅ USMC Recruiting Command, Denver
✅ ACHS Marine Corps JROTC
✅ Flatirons Young Marines

12/06/2025

A Happy Holiday Starts with Safety.

In 2023, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported 10 deaths and an estimated 154,700 emergency department-treated injuries associated with toys for children 12 years and younger. December is National Safe Toys and Gifts Month, and HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Childrne's wants to share essential tips to protect the young ones in your life.

Key Toy Safety Tips:
Check Labels: Always look at labels for age and safety recommendations.

Mind Small Parts: For children under 4, avoid toys with small parts which can be a choking hazard. A toilet paper roll can be used to determine if a toy is too small.

Avoid Hazards: Avoid button batteries and magnets. Children can swallow these items, which can cause serious injury.

Gear Up: Always include protective gear when gifting bikes, skates, scooters, and other riding toys.

Stay Informed: Stay aware of toy recalls through the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

If your child has an incident with a toy that requires medical attention, visit our pediatric-dedicated Emergency Department at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's. Expert care, 24/7. Learn more and get directions: https://bit.ly/447ll1y

11/22/2025

At HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's, pediatric surgery isn't just what we do - it's where we lead.

Led by William E. Ladd Medal recipient Dr. Steven Rothenberg, our team pioneered many of the minimally invasive techniques now used around the world. This week, he was able to share a hands-on view with our Community Advisory Council. We built the world's first MIS operating suite designed specifically for children and we're advancing care with a pediatric surgical robot-the first of its kind in use in the U.S.

We also lead the world in performing the most:
✅ Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplications in infants and children
✅ Neonatal minimally invasive surgeries
✅ Thoracic lung resections in infants and children

These innovations mean smaller incisions, less pain and faster recovery for our patients.
Learn more about our program: https://bit.ly/4ip3b1a
And a special thank‑you to our Community Advisory Council for their support!