Naomi J. Brown, MD

11/12/2025

ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products have been voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer due to reports of bacterial infections in a small number of patients.

Visit our website to learn more from our experts about the recall and what to do if you use the formula: http://ms.spr.ly/6185t3o6D.

11/12/2025

Saquon Barkley makes an impact on the field and you can join him to make an impact on children’s health! The I ❤ CHOP Run, Walk & Virtual Challenge, presented by Philadelphia Insurance Companies, is a 5K Run and 3K Family Fun Walk in person on Sunday, April 26, 2026 and virtually during the month of May.

There’s nothing more powerful than a community rallying together to support one another so join us and sign up today.

I ❤️ CHOP

11/11/2025

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month! Stop by the Diabetes Clinic to use our selfie frames, snap a picture, and share your story. Don’t forget to tag Diabetes Center for Children at CHOP, and use — we can’t wait to see your photos!

11/10/2025

Don't miss this one hour webinar with Dr. Gregory Tasian and our clinical team who will be discussing PKIDS trial results, the largest study ever conducted for youth undergoing kidney stone surgery. The first half of the event will go over the trial results while the second half will be a Q&A where you will be able to ask questions, share your experience and help us understand how to share this information, so future patient families can decide about the best type of surgery to treat kidney stones.

To learn more and join the webinar on Nov. 17, email us at pkids@chop.edu.

11/10/2025

For more than 30 years, Olivia and her family searched for a medical diagnosis. Last year, her sister — then a neurology resident — urged them to try genetic testing for a second time. That decision led them from North Carolina to Philadelphia to meet neurologist Dr. Joseph Vithayathil in our BPAN specialty clinic. Here, they finally found what they had been missing all along — a diagnosis, support, and a community. Learn more about BPAN, a rare neurodegenerative disease at: http://ms.spr.ly/6185tJlk7.

11/06/2025

This week, our Center for Violence Prevention expanded our firearm safety education and resource distribution program to all 30 primary care centers within our Care Network. The comprehensive Firearm Safety in Clinical Care Initiative is supported by pediatricians, nurse practitioners, mental health providers, and staff who have distributed more than 13,000 free gun locks since the program began in 2019 - averaging 580 per month in the past year.

Learn more about the expanded program: http://ms.spr.ly/6182tykfe.

11/05/2025

Fluoride is often misunderstood — but when used correctly, it’s one of our strongest allies to prevent tooth decay.

Fluoride is:
🦷 A natural mineral that helps prevent tooth decay
🦷 Safe for kids when used correctly
🦷 Found in toothpaste, water, and dental varnish
🦷 Backed by decades of research

Learn more about fluoride safety and children’s oral health: http://ms.spr.ly/6185tyPY5.

11/05/2025

We are excited to announce the establishment of the Elise's Corner Endowed Chair in Alexander Disease Research. Dr. Amy T. Waldman, Medical Director of our Leukodystrophy Center, has been named the inaugural chair holder. The role will support research and treatments for Alexander disease, a form of leukodystrophy that progressively damages the nervous system.

Learn more: http://ms.spr.ly/6185tHgID.

11/04/2025

Good news for families! A new study from our researchers found that peanut allergies in young children are becoming less common — dropping by about 43% since guidelines began encouraging earlier introduction of peanut-based foods.

The Philadelphia Inquirer spoke with Drs. David Hill and Stanislaw Gabryszewski, physicians in our Division of Allergy and Immunology, about their study and what these findings mean for patients and families.

Read more, below.

There was a 43% decline in peanut allergies among U.S. children under 3 after the release of new early introduction guidelines.

11/03/2025

You and your furry friend could provide therapeutic value by being a part of our Gerald B. Shreiber Pet Therapy Program. This program gives children the opportunity to interact safely with dogs, receiving their unconditional love and acceptance in the hopes of making the hospital environment more comfortable and less stressful. 🐾❤️

Learn more about the requirements, clearances, and next steps by visiting the following link: http://ms.spr.ly/6185tDNyf.

11/03/2025

When your child is sick or hurt, your primary care provider should always be your first stop. But if it’s after hours or your pediatrician’s office is closed, the CHOP Care Network has you covered with multiple options for care — right when you need it.

The following information can help you decide the best place to get care when your child is sick or injured so they get their medical needs met.

10/31/2025

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, starting November 1, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) emergency benefits will be paused and WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) benefits will pause on November 8. Both PA and NJ will continue processing SNAP applications and case updates during this time.

We know that many of our patient families and community members count on these programs, and access to healthy food is essential for everyone.

If your family needs support, we’ve gathered a list of local food resources and assistance programs to help during this time: http://ms.spr.ly/6182tEc2s.