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Babies’ BMI May Predict Childhood Obesity
BMI during infancy may help predict if a child will be obese by age 4. CHOP experts say studying infant growth patterns may lead to better, earlier obesity prevention.
Dr. Adzick Awarded Prestigious Samuel D. Gross Prize for Pioneering Surgical Research
The Philadelphia Academy of Surgery honored Dr. Scott Adzick for contributions to the fetal surgery field.
CHOPS Syndrome Found, Tied to Key Events in Early Development
A puzzling multisystem disorder leads to discovery of a new genetic syndrome, and an end to families’ "diagnostic odysseys."
ABC Television Group Gifts $250,000 to CHOP
6abc, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse surprised CHOP Patients and Families with a gift to enhance "Wait. Play. Learn." areas in the Buerger Center for Pediatric Care.
Should Your Child See a Cardiologist?
Most heart symptoms — such as chest pains and palpitations — are usually harmless, but there are times when these common concerns should be evaluated.
CHOP Invited to White House for President’s Announcement of the Precision Medicine Initiative
At the invitation of the White House, CHOP sent two guests to President Obama’s announcement of the Precision Medicine Initiative: Dr. Altschuler and Emily Whitehead.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest: What You Need to Know
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), which is often to blame for these deaths, is rare in children and adolescents. Still, it can affect anyone, even those who are young and physically fit.
CHOP Announces $50 Million Gift to Fund Clinical and Research Transformation
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia will establish the “Raymond G. Perelman Campus” in recognition of an extraordinary gift.
CHOP Earns National Recognition for Exemplary Community Service
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is the first children’s hospital to be selected as a finalist for the 2014 Foster G. McGaw Prize.
CHOP Celebrates Two Exemplary Philanthropists With a Commissioned Portrait
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia unveiled a portrait of Ruth M. and Tristram C. Colket Jr. in October to honor their more than 40 years of extraordinary dedication to CHOP.