Seattle Children's Hospital

12/25/2025

Seattle Children’s regional clinics and administrative departments, including scheduling, are closed today in observance of Christmas. Psychiatric Urgent Care, Orthopedic Injury Urgent Care and Richmond Pediatrics After-Hours Clinic are also closed today. We will resume our regular business hours on Friday, December 26. Our Urgent Care clinics in Bellevue, Everett, Federal Way and Seattle and our Emergency Department are open. Urgent Care also offers video visits for patients with select symptoms in Washington state. In case of a medical or psychiatric emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. To schedule an Urgent Care appointment, visit bit.ly/SeattleChildrensUrgentCare.

12/24/2025

Seattle Children’s offers world-class care, and uncompensated care offers peace of mind. Your gift to the Uncompensated Care Fund this holiday season will give families in our region the ability to focus on their child, not the cost of care.

Every gift counts. Donate now. https://bit.ly/3KZzZkq

12/24/2025

12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from all of us at Seattle Children’s.

We are especially grateful to carry forward our mission of hope, care and cure together. This season reminds us of the power of compassion, resilience and the community we build together.

Wishing you peace, joy and meaningful moments with those you love. 💙

12/23/2025

In a health crisis, parents should be focused on one thing—their child’s recovery. However, financial matters can be an additional source of stress that families aren’t prepared for.

Give now to help families focus on what matters most: their child. https://bit.ly/3KZzZkq

12/23/2025

From the ice to inspiring smiles 🏒💙

Players from the PWHL Seattle Torrent skated by Seattle Children’s to decorate hockey pucks, show off their gear and spend an unforgettable day with some amazing kids. Thanks Seattle Torrent for stopping by and sharing the joy!

12/23/2025

Smiles, confidence, and community 💫 Recently, our External Affair's Community Health team joined Bailey Gatzert Elementary’s Social-Emotional Learning Family Night, sharing mental health resources and leading a Power Pose activity to help kids and families boost self-esteem and ease anxiety. So many smiles and joyful moments!💙

12/23/2025

𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐬𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐣𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬? 𝐖𝐞’𝐯𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝.

Richmond Pediatrics After-Hours Clinic is OPEN Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day to care for your child.

🕒 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞 & 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫'𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞: 𝟏–𝟗 𝐩.𝐦.
🕘 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲: 𝟗 𝐚.𝐦.–𝟓 𝐩.𝐦.
🚫 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲

From fevers and sore throats to sprains and minor injuries, our pediatric experts are here to help. To schedule your appointment, visit: https://bit.ly/48QsNkl

12/23/2025

Help us support patients who need us most.

The need for uncompensated care is immense, with Seattle Children's providing more than $293 million of care not covered by insurance or Medicaid in 2025.

Donor support is crucial to help us meet this need. https://bit.ly/3KZzZkq

12/22/2025

Holiday gatherings can be overwhelming for kids. 🎄
A little preparation can go a long way in setting them up for success.
Find tips here: https://childmind.org/article/how-to-take-the-stress-out-of-family-gatherings/

12/19/2025

Thank you to Seattle Fire Department Engine 38 and Chief Scoggins for visiting Seattle Children’s last week! Your laughter and smiles brought a little extra joy to our patients this holiday season.

12/19/2025

Winter blues are real—especially for kids and teens. ❄️
Here’s how to support them and spot when they may need expert care:
https://www.seattlechildrens.org/healthy-tides/seasonal-sadness-kids/

10/10/2025

Today, Oct. 10, is World Mental Health Day – and we're stepping up to the plate for awareness!

Join us tomorrow for the inaugural “Field of Hope” Celebrity Softball Game at Husky Ballpark in Seattle! ⚾

Former University of Washington athletes Race Porter and Quin Barnard are hosting this exciting event to raise awareness for youth mental health and to support the Seattle Children’s Psychiatric Urgent Care Clinic.

ARC Seattle Co-anchor Steve McCarron spoke with Race Porter and Laura Knapp, Seattle Children's VP of Mental and Behavioral Health, about the inspiration, some of the sports stars planning to participate and the vital impact the game will have.

Former University of Washington athletes Race Porter and Quin Barnard will host the inaugural Field of Hope celebrity softball game at Husky Ballpark in Seattle

10/07/2025

We’re honored to be named one of the top 10 children’s hospitals in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report, and the best in the Pacific Northwest.

This recognition includes six specialties ranked in the national top 10.

Thank you to our incredible care teams and to the families who trust us every day.
Read more about this year’s rankings: seattlechildrens.org/about/us-news-world-report-rankings/ https://bit.ly/42YHpL0

10/06/2025

We’re thrilled to announce the inaugural Field of Hope Celebrity Softball Game hosted by USI and HOMS on October 11 from 12 to 3 P.M.!

This special event brings together NFL, NBA, MLB players dedicated to making a difference—both on and off the field. Tickets are just $10.

All proceeds will directly benefit Seattle Children’s Psychiatric Urgent Care Clinic, raising awareness and support for mental health and the families who need it most.

Join us for an unforgettable day of entertainment, inspiration, and generosity, celebrating the power of sports to unite us for change.

03/12/2025

The best protection against measles is the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. The CDC recommends all children get two doses of MMR vaccine, starting with the first dose at 12 through 15 months of age, and the second dose at 4 through 6 years of age. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3DjwkdU

Measles is so contagious that if one person has it, up to 9 out of 10 people around him or her will also become infected if they are not protected.This video...

03/10/2025

Measles isn’t just a little rash. It can be dangerous especially for babies and young kids. Learn how you can help protect your child and the community from measles. https://bit.ly/41udau0

03/07/2025

Meet Katie, a social service specialist at Seattle Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Clinic. With 13 years at Seattle Children’s, she works alongside social workers to help families meet their concrete needs.

03/07/2025

Mark your calendars for Seattle Children’s Alyssa Burnett Center (ABC) Community Resources Fair on March 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. This community resource fair is an opportunity to learn about various community organizations and ABC classes, outings and services. No registration or RSVP required.

If you have any questions, email us at abcresources@seattlechildrens.org.

03/06/2025

Ready to take the next step in your purpose-driven career? Meet Marc, a charge nurse who has been working nights for the past 20 years in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Seattle Children's Hospital.

“We care for a patient in their most critically ill time, and allow that family to later be able to say ‘that was a really bad chapter in our child’s life, but look at them now.’”

To apply for a mission-driven career at Seattle Children’s, visit:

03/06/2025

The best protection against measles it the MMR (measles-mumps-rubella) vaccine. The CDC recommends all children get two doses of MMR vaccine, starting with the first dose at 12 through 15 months of age, and the second dose at 4 through 6 years of age. Learn more here:

Measles is so contagious that if one person has it, up to 9 out of 10 people around him or her will also become infected if they are not protected.This video...

03/04/2025

Measles is an extremely contagious disease. Protect your family and the community by getting the measles vaccine. If you suspect your child or another family member has measles, call your health care provider before seeking care. https://www.seattlechildrens.org/patients-families/measles-alert

03/03/2025

Seattle Children’s social workers provide social and emotional support for patients and their families in some of the most difficult situations. Happy Social Work Month to all our members of this dedicated and vital part of our community. Follow along throughout the month as we highlight a handful of our amazing social workers! 🧡🧡 http://bit.ly/3l3VSme

02/28/2025

✨ Applications for Seattle Children's Non-Clinical Summer Internships are Now Open!✨

Are you an undergraduate or grad student interested in a non-clinical healthcare career? This internship is perfect for you! We have hybrid and fully remote internships in non-clinical departments including organizational development, project management, marketing/communications, philanthropy, finances, data science and more! Our program provides opportunities for students to engage in hands-on projects, grow and strengthen professional development skills, and build connections with fellow interns and mentors in an inclusive environment.

Program Dates: June 9 – August 15, 2025
💼 10-week full time (40 hrs a week) paid internship
🌍 Hybrid & remote roles available
💸 Competitive hourly wage.

For more information and to apply visit: https://careers.seattlechildrens.org/us/en/search-results?keywords=internship