Foundation news
Braden’s Hope Awards $1.8 million in Grants to Four Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Researchers
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is pleased to announce that four of its Cancer Center clinicians and researchers were awarded $1.8 million in research grants from Braden’s Hope for Childhood Cancer, a Kansas City-based nonprofit that funds cutting-edge pediatric cancer research and raises community awareness.
CHOP’s Poison Control Center at 40
From modest beginnings comes a powerhouse of research, outreach and advocacy.
Why We Give: The Pliner Family
Parents Brad and Debbie, whose daughter Sarah underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor, share their story.
The Power of Precision
Advanced surgical techniques are leading to life-changing results for children with drug-resistant epilepsy.
A Diagnosis is Just the Beginning
CHOP’s Center for Diagnostic Excellence emphasizes clinician-family partnerships throughout the care experience.
A Day in the Life: Michal Warchol, Patient Media Program
Warchol uses a state-of-the-art multimedia broadcast studio to create programs for CHOP’s 24/7 TV channel. This is a day in his life.
Newborns Get New Answers
A program called Baby Eagle spreads its wings by delivering rapid genomic sequencing to critically ill infants at no cost to families.
Drawing from the Community
A unique program at CHOP trains unemployed residents of Philadelphia to become phlebotomists. It benefits participants, CHOP and patient families.
A Day in the Life of Dilly the Facility Dog
As a specially trained dog and a full-time CHOP employee, Dilly helps patients cope with stress and can motivate them during therapy.
All in One Place
Children with a rare condition called Beckwith Wiedemann syndrome need ongoing care from multiple specialists. CHOP offers families world-class care in one convenient location.