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And every child deserves care as special as they are. At Inova Children's in Northern Virginia, we're dedicated to helping all children grow in health, with the highest level of pediatric care — from prenatal and beyond. That's why Inova Children's has pediatric experts in 45+ pediatric specialties and the only dedicated children's hospital in Northern Virginia.

💖 February is ! Our Inova Children's Heart Center team wore pink to honor our little heart warriors and their families,...
02/18/2026

💖 February is ! Our Inova Children's Heart Center team wore pink to honor our little heart warriors and their families, who inspire us every day.

02/17/2026

Does my child need surgery? It's the most common question parents ask our Inova Children's General and Surgery Thoracic team. 💛

📽️ In this Ask a Doctor reel, Dr. Angela M. Kao, Pediatric General and Thoracic Surgeon, walks through:

✅ When surgery is needed
✅ What to expect on surgery day
✅ What recovery really looks like

💓 Meet Dr. Marc Delaney, a pediatric cardiologist at Inova Children's! He feels privileged to be able to care for patien...
02/13/2026

💓 Meet Dr. Marc Delaney, a pediatric cardiologist at Inova Children's! He feels privileged to be able to care for patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) through both the general pediatric cardiology and fetal cardiology clinics.

As an advanced cardiac imaging specialist, Dr. Delaney provides access to advanced echocardiography, fetal echocardiography, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, and cardiac computed tomography imaging to best diagnose and treat complex CHD.

Fun fact: Dr. Delaney is an advanced open water scuba diver, he can juggle, he loves small-vessel sailboats/sailing, and he's learning to speak Italian. 🤿 🤹‍♂️⛵

💙 Meet Zakiyah, a healthy, happy 10‑month‑old – and a true with a big spirit!Before she was born, Zakiyah was diagnose...
02/13/2026

💙 Meet Zakiyah, a healthy, happy 10‑month‑old – and a true with a big spirit!

Before she was born, Zakiyah was diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), a rare and complex congenital heart condition that affects the left side of the heart. Since birth, she has undergone a series of staged, lifesaving heart surgeries to treat her heart condition.

👶 As a newborn, Zakiyah had the complex, high‑risk Norwood surgery, followed by the Glenn procedure at just 5 months old. These surgeries helped improve blood flow to her lungs and allow her heart to pump blood throughout her body.

Zakiyah has one more planned surgery, the Fontan procedure, which will complete her staged treatment.

✨ Thanks to Zakiyah’s resilience, her family’s love, and the dedicated, collaborative teams at Inova Children’s Fetal Care Center and Inova Children’s Heart Center, she is thriving and filling every room with joy. ❤️😊

Meet Trevor, a true heart warrior! 💙Trevor, a twin, was born prematurely with a rare form of tetralogy of Fallot with di...
02/12/2026

Meet Trevor, a true heart warrior! 💙

Trevor, a twin, was born prematurely with a rare form of tetralogy of Fallot with discontinuous pulmonary arteries, a condition that limits blood flow to the lungs. From his very first days, he proved he was a true fighter! 👶✨

Diagnosed before birth with this complex congenital heart condition, Trevor’s family was able to prepare for the journey ahead with the support of the expert, compassionate, and dedicated team at Inova Children’s Heart Center. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

After he was born, Trevor remained in the hospital, growing stronger each day, supported by his parents and care team. After two long months, he underwent open‑heart surgery. Following 96 days in the hospital, Trevor was finally able to go home — reunited with his loving family and his twin brother, Kyle. It was a moment filled with joy, relief, and hope. 🏠💞🌈

Trevor continues to inspire everyone around him with his resilience and determination. 💖🦁 His story is one of courage, love, and the incredible power of a devoted family and care team working together. 🙌

Give some ❤️ to Trevor and his family during and help show they are part of a strong, supportive community!

02/11/2026

👨‍⚕️ : What emergencies in children are preventable? From button batteries to high-powered magnets, Dr. Bharath Nath explains what parents need to know – and tips to keep kids safe at home. 📽️

02/11/2026

Isa, a 12-year-old , came in for testing and had fun creating a SmilesfromSarah calming jar with a child life specialist in celebration of . ❤️

These therapeutic play kits are amazing tools that child life specialists use to help children cope and feel more comfortable during their medical visits.

Meet Lucas, our local rockstar! 🌟✨Lucas, who was born with Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), conquered a major milestone at In...
02/10/2026

Meet Lucas, our local rockstar! 🌟✨

Lucas, who was born with Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), conquered a major milestone at Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital: heart surgery to repair his Complete Atrioventricular Canal (CAVC) defect. ❤️🩹

For kiddos like Lucas, CAVC is a common but intricate challenge where the center of the heart hasn't formed correctly and impacts how blood flows through it. Our incredible pediatric surgical team worked their magic to:
🛠️ Patch the holes in both the upper and lower chambers (ASD and VSD).
🔄 Reconstruct the single, shared valve into two separate, properly working valves

We are thrilled to report that Lucas' heart is now pumping exactly as it should. 💓 He has shown incredible resilience and is already back to his cheerful, active self! 🏃️💨

Watching Lucas' recovery reminds us why we do what we do. He is a testament to the fact that children with T21 can overcome huge hurdles, especially with a loving family and dedicated care team by their side. 👨👩👦
Our nurses, physicians, and specialists always look forward to seeing him! His parents rave that he “is the light of our house, and brings love, smiles and the best hugs to everyone!” 🤗✨

Join us in sending some ❤️ and virtual applause to Lucas and his family! 👏🎉

Ransom was born with Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome (HRHS), a rare congenital heart defect where the right side of the...
02/09/2026

Ransom was born with Hypoplastic Right Heart Syndrome (HRHS), a rare congenital heart defect where the right side of the heart is underdeveloped. For Ransom, this meant navigating the complexities of a single ventricle condition — a journey that requires incredible strength from both the patient and their family.

✨ Under the expert care of our Single Ventricle Program, Ransom has bravely conquered both surgery and cardiac catheterization procedures. 🎂 As he nears his second birthday, we're thrilled that he is doing wonderfully!

Caring for children like Ransom involves a dedicated multidisciplinary team — from surgeons and cardiologists to our specialized home monitoring and nutrition experts 🩺🍎 — all working together to ensure our smallest patients have the brightest futures. 👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

Comment below to wish this amazing boy an early happy birthday! 🥳🎁

We are thrilled to share an update on Sarah, a brave young patient who is approaching the one‑year heart‑a‑versary of he...
02/08/2026

We are thrilled to share an update on Sarah, a brave young patient who is approaching the one‑year heart‑a‑versary of her double aortic arch surgery at Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital. 💙

A double aortic arch is a rare congenital heart condition in which two branches of the aorta wrap around the trachea (airway 💨) or esophagus (feeding tube 🍼). This can cause symptoms such as difficulty breathing, noisy breathing, and trouble swallowing.

Sarah’s condition was discovered somewhat coincidentally after she had a chest X‑ray to evaluate breathing‑related symptoms. While a chest X-ray isn’t the typical way this condition is diagnosed, the expertise and keen eye of the radiologist reviewing the X‑ray led to suspicion of a double aortic arch.

Sarah was then referred to the cardiology team at Inova for further evaluation and testing, including an echocardiogram and a CT scan of her chest, which confirmed the diagnosis 🖥️✨. She went on to have heart surgery to correct the condition, and we’re happy to share that her surgery was an absolute success! ✅

Sarah has recovered beautifully, and the breathing and swallowing symptoms she experienced over the past several years have completely resolved. She continues to show us all what it means to be a true . We are so honored to be part of her journey and can’t wait to see all the amazing things she’ll do next. 🌟✨

Join us in sending Sarah some love in the comments! 👇

🧊 The icy “snowcrete” lingering in our area makes sledding hills faster and more dangerous for kids!A little extra cauti...
02/07/2026

🧊 The icy “snowcrete” lingering in our area makes sledding hills faster and more dangerous for kids!

A little extra caution can help prevent injuries and keep winter fun safe for everyone. 💙

Read for more tips: https://wapo.st/4bFNQIc

Today we’re celebrating Cora, a vibrant 5-year-old who has been a part of our Inova Children's Heart Center family since...
02/07/2026

Today we’re celebrating Cora, a vibrant 5-year-old who has been a part of our Inova Children's Heart Center family since before her birth! 🙌

🤰 During pregnancy, Cora's family learned she would need special care for her heart. Cora was diagnosed with a complex congenital heart lesion with a single ventricle condition, which meant that one only chamber of her heart was pumping blood through her heart and lungs. The Inova Children’s Fetal Care team counseled the family extensively, and our heart center team was more than prepared for Cora’s arrival 🏥💕.

Cora has shown incredible bravery, going through several procedures and surgeries, all helping her heart do its important work. ❤️

Children like Cora need ongoing heart care as they grow, and she’s been surrounded by a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, cardiologists, and nurses who specialize in complex congenital heart care and cheer her on at every milestone. 🩺✨

Now Cora is doing wonderfully — bringing her trademark energy to everything she does! We are so proud of the resilience she and her family show every day.

Read Cora's full story: https://bit.ly/4caBIir

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