Now Is the Time: Encouraging Autonomy for Your Child
Dec 11, 2018
With guidance provided at an early age, children can feel empowerment and a sense of pride when given the opportunity to actively participate in their healthcare.
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CHOP Researchers Share New Findings on Pediatric Heart Disease at 2018 AHA Conference
Dec 10, 2018
More than 60 clinicians and researchers from the Cardiac Center at CHOP presented at the AHA Conference, with five presentations nominated for awards.
CHOP Hosts Your Heart and Your Future: Growing and Thriving with Congenital Heart Disease
Nov 30, 2018
The Cardiac Center held a conference for adolescents and young adults aged 14 to 22 years old with heart disease who will require lifelong cardiology care.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Names New Chief in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Aug 27, 2018
Jonathan Chen, MD, will join Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia as Chief of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery on September 1, 2018.
Sibling Support for Cardiac Patients
Aug 16, 2018
Find information on the importance of recognizing siblings' needs for attention and support while coping with a child's illness.
Know the Warning Signs: How You Can Prevent Sudden Cardiac Death
Aug 14, 2018
Know the signs of a sudden cardiac arrest — it could make the difference between life and death.
Pediatric Anesthesia Techniques Described in Innovative Program for Lymphatic Disorders
Jun 25, 2018
CHOP experts describe special considerations in providing anesthesia to patients at our center for lymphatic flow disorders.
Youth Heart Watch Program Provides AEDs to 20 Philadelphia Charter Schools
Jun 4, 2018
As part of National CPR and AED Awareness Week, our Youth Heart Watch Program presented 20 Philadelphia Charter Schools with AEDs.
CPR and AED Could Save Your Child’s Life
Jun 7, 2022
This series of simple rescue steps could mean the difference between life and death during a sudden cardiac arrest.
Impaired Fetal Environment Linked to Lower Survival after Heart Surgery in Newborns
May 30, 2018
Children who undergo surgery for congenital heart disease have lower survival rates by 3 years of age if there are specific problems during fetal development.