Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

02/16/2026

As a child growing up in rural Northwest Tennessee, Le Bonheur Hospitalist Sarah Camper, DO, saw firsthand how limited options could be for pediatric health care.

“We had to go to the health department to get our shots because no one kept kid shots,” Camper said. “When me or my sister got sick, we had to go to Nashville. That was definitely a hardship on our parents.”

For many families in rural areas, access to specialized pediatric care has only grown more scarce. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, pediatric inpatient beds in rural areas have decreased by 26%, and 25% of children have seen an increase in the distance to their closest pediatric inpatient unit.

Camper, who also serves as medical director of Le Bonheur’s 21-bed inpatient pediatric unit at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, has also seen firsthand the benefits of having greater pediatric care in Jackson. “My sister’s children were admitted to the NICU here,” she said. “That kept them from having to go to Nashville or Memphis. They got to be here, and all of our families got to see the babies and help give support.”

In response to this need for rural care, Le Bonheur has expanded its rural health programs and partnered closely with West Tennessee Healthcare to provide specialized pediatric services to children.

Read about Le Bonheur's efforts to improve rural healthcare in the latest issue of Delivering on a Promise at: https://ow.ly/X2CG50YeBLJ

02/15/2026

What better way to celebrate the Day of Love than by singing along and dancing to music that fills the room with joy?

Corey Lou and DaVillage Music Group stopped by Seacrest Studios at Le Bonheur for a special Valentine’s Day concert for our patients and families, and they had us moving and grooving! The fun didn’t stop there, as they also surprised our patients with gifts from the Memphis Grizzlies and drumsticks from one of the band members.

Thank you to Corey Lou and Da Village for sharing your time, talent and love through a memorable celebration for our patients and families.

02/14/2026

We had a lovely time celebrating Valentine’s Day at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital!

Patients and families celebrated with a special party filled with joy. Families visited tables hosted by our generous community partners to pick up donated toys, snacks, gifts and more. Several of our favorite princesses, including Anna, Elsa, Belle and Ariel, stopped by to share smiles and make the day even more magical.

Thank you to our community partners for helping create a meaningful and love-filled celebration for our patients and families.

02/14/2026

We are happy to share that Le Bonheur President Dr. Trey Eubanks has been named to the Memphis Business Journal's 2026 Power 100 list of influential leaders for a second consecutive year! We are of his continuous effort to do what is best for kids through his exceptional leadership.

02/12/2026

JJ brought extra smiles to Seacrest Studios inside Le Bonheur Children's for this week’s Bonheur Buddy Thursday! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, JJ was busy searching for new buddies to connect with. After making his selections, JJ enjoyed some sweet snuggles with our patients and families.

We can’t wait to share more of JJ’s adventures next Thursday — stay tuned!

02/11/2026

Le Bonheur Children's and the University of Memphis have launched an early education pilot program with the intention of giving patients access to learning.

“This is a way we can come in and serve these patients and families, and I think a lot of wanting to be a patient here is being seen and known,” said Le Bonheur Family Resource Coordinator Erin Lasley.

Read more at WREG News Channel 3:

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — For children facing long hospital stays, missing school is just another challenge. A new partnership between the University of Memphis and Le Bonheur Children’s Hospita…

02/10/2026

Join us in celebrating these incredible physicians at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital who were recognized by The Memphis Flyer and Castle Connolly Top Doctors as Exceptional Women in Medicine! These leaders represent a wide range of specialties within our hospital and clinics, who continue to raise the bar for excellence in pediatric care.

We are of each of these remarkable women who inspire us and serve our community every day.

02/09/2026

Congratulations, Kenneth Walker III! From your days as a brave Le Bonheur patient to now being a Super Bowl LX Champion and MVP, your journey continues to inspire us all.

We are incredibly proud to see you shine on the biggest stage in football, and even more grateful for the way you give back and support the kids at Le Bonheur. Your heart, strength and dedication make you a hero far beyond the field.

Thank you for being a champion for children and a shining example of resilience and hope.

02/08/2026

Precision, creativity and hope come together at Le Bonheur as our neurosurgery and epilepsy teams push the boundaries of what's possible for children with complex brain tumors and epilepsy. Their innovative approach is giving kids brighter futures every day. Read more in the latest issue of Delivering on a Promise: https://ow.ly/Hfhv50Y8mET

02/07/2026

We had a blast welcoming Hope In Every Beat ,to Seacrest Studios at Le Bonheur Children's!

This incredible therapeutic dance duo of sisters, Bella and Gabby, brought so much energy, joy and movement to our patients and families. They shared their story and showed off their impressive dance moves, incorporating Bella's wheelchair. Their mission to bring hope and healing through dance shines in every visit, and their visit with us was no exception.

Thank you, Bella and Gabby, for filling our hospital with dance, laughter and hope. You brought smiles to our kids, families and staff alike — one beat at a time.

02/07/2026

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Harris Cohen on being selected as a recipient of the 2026 American College of Radiology (ACR) Award for Excellence in Education!

Dr. Cohen is the radiologist-in-chief and medical director of Radiology at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and executive chair of Radiology and a professor at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

This prestigious honor recognizes educators who demonstrate an extraordinary passion for teaching, a deep commitment to advancing radiological knowledge and a dedication to improving professional practice across our field. Dr. Cohen embodies all of these qualities and more. This achievement reflects his longstanding impact on learners, peers and the broader radiology community.

He will be presented with the award at the 2026 ACR Annual Meeting on Sunday, May 3.

We are of his countless contributions to advancing education and strengthening the practice of radiology. Congratulations, Dr. Cohen — and thank you for your continued leadership, mentorship and dedication.

02/05/2026

What better way to kick off Bonheur Buddy Thursdays than with a photo of JJ enjoying the snow? Our Bonheur Buddy had a little snow day fun during last week’s winter weather, but he didn’t stay off-duty for long. After enjoying the winter wonderland, he was back at work bringing comfort, smiles and support to our patients and families.