Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital will soon offer a new service — an after-hours pediatric urgent care at the hospital’s outpatient care location in Tampa. The service is expected to open in early 2025, on weekday evenings, weekends and holidays. Sickness or injury can happen at any time and sometimes kids need care outside of…
Don’t be ghoulish and practice these Halloween safety tips from Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and how to prevent common injuries.
Florida unfortunately leads the nation in child drownings under the age of 5, most of which happen in a residential pool, but there are steps parents can take to avoid a drowning tragedy.
Dubbed “the mayor” for his outgoing personality and winning ways, Levi, 7, has spent more time in the hospital than many people do in a lifetime. While you might think that experience would lead to a dislike of medical facilities, in Levi’s case it’s just the opposite. “He loves Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital,” says his…
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is teaming up with Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital to offer free parenting classes at CMA with classes that focus on different developmental milestones including speech, feeding, and reading for children from birth to 5-years-old.
Giving Back and Spreading cheer while supporting patients and families with hospitalization at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
When Logan was born with a complete bilateral cleft lip and palate, they sought help from Alex Rottgers, MD, a highly skilled pediatric plastic surgeon at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg.
As a 15-year epilepsy patient, Ethan’s family recently elected a new, less-invasive surgery which has lessened the frequency of his seizures.
The Center for Behavioral Health at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is sharing their top 10 tips to help your child cope following the stress of hurricanes.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital offers expert advice on how to prepare and we’re sharing ways to connect with local emergency management.
Dr. Ortiz with Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Sleep Center shares 5 common pediatric sleep disorders and what you can do about them.
How much sleep do your kids actually need? Bobbi Hopkins, MD, a sleep expert and medical director of the Sleep Center at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital answers.
We’re getting to know Alicia Schulhof, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital’s first female president.
Dr. Lilly Chang, with the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Maternal, Fetal & Neonatal Institute shares the many benefits of practicing kangaroo care with your baby.
The Center for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, led by David Kays, M.D., was founded as the country’s first inpatient CDH unit with surgeons, nurses and other team members solely focused on CDH care.
Brea (Bray-UH), the first-ever facility dog at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, brings smiles and a friendly distraction for hospitalized kids.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Healthy Weight Initiative shares healthy snack swaps that go beyond “quick diet fixes” for national nutrition month.
After two heart transplants by the age of 7, Maya is like Night and Day, thanks to her doctors at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital helps an adorable local toddler with a rare condition, CHAREGE Syndrome. Her Mother shares their story.
The COVID vaccine is now available for kids ages 6 months and older. Dr. Allison Messina, the chief of the Division of Infectious Disease at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, answers common questions.
Johns Hopkins All Childrens expert Dr explains best ways to talk to your kids about scary stuff in the news like school shootings and hurricanes.
Jason Smithers, M.D., leads the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital’s Esophageal and Airway Treatment (EAT) Program.
Brain tumors are the most common solid tumor affecting children and are treated by a team approach, like at Johns Hopkins All Children’s …
The Center for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is dedicated solely to the treatment of CDH.
The Heart Institute at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital shares important information about heart murmurs and what parents should know.
“Her outlook for a healthy life is a good one, thanks to the team at Johns Hopkins All Children’s,” her mother says.
Dr. Rachel Dawkins, a pediatrician at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital shares the need to knows about heavy metals in baby food.
We’re sharing ways you can volunteer with the kids in Tampa Bay to turn quality family time into give back time!
Read about Tayler Ellison’s touching journey with pediatric cancer and The Beads of Courage program which includes reminders of each treatment.
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is partnering with St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital to open a new house in June 2025 on the hospital’s third floor, expanding its ability to serve even more families in the Tampa Bay area.
Breastfeeding provides many bonding and health benefits for both mom and baby, and many moms may choose to pump, whether it be exclusively or times when they are away from the baby. August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month which aims at educating and celebrating breastfeeding moms. Lactation consultants are a great resource and can help…
Your children may fight bedtime as strenuously as they can, but here’s the real truth from the mouth of babes: Sixty percent of middle schoolers and 70 percent of high schoolers admit that they do not get adequate sleep. And that’s just awful, according to Dr. Luis Ortiz, a physician at the Sleep Center of…
Dr. Jamie Decker is a dedicated father of five who juggles the demands of his medical career with the joys of fatherhood. Decker is passionate about both of the hats that he wears as a dad and a cardiologist in the Heart Institute at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, where he specializes in electrophysiology. “It’s…
This June marks the 20th anniversary of the first Lemonade Days, a tradition that was started by 8-year-old Alex Scott, founder of Alex’s Lemonade Stand, to help doctors help kids like her who were fighting cancer. Before Alex passed away in 2004, she knew that Lemonade Days raised $1 million for childhood cancer, and it…
National Nurses Week is recognized each year on May 6th–12th to illuminate nurses’ critically important role in our communities. Evan Kansorka, R.N., is a dedicated clinical team leader in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. He leads the nursing team in the daily operations of the CVICU, providing care…
When your child faces an emergency, knowing where to turn is crucial. Discover the top 5 reasons why a pediatric emergency center, with its specialized care and child-friendly approach, can make all the difference during those critical moments.
Patricia and Chris were ecstatic to tell family and friends that they were expecting. What they did not expect however, were concerns after their baby’s 18-week anatomy scan. “When they came in and told us something was wrong with his heart, we were just completely shocked,” Patricia recalls. Doctors referred Patricia to Courtney Wein, D.O., a pediatric…
Pediatric surgeon Paul Danielson, M.D., at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, has often been called in the middle of the night to perform lifesaving surgery. But when Andres was born in 2022, it was a surgical scenario that Danielson had never experienced in his medical career. Andres had gastroschisis, a birth defect that occurs when…
Alex Kulzer stacks hundreds of toys in bins and pushes them proudly through the entrance of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. “I’m giving back to my community in a place that I grew up in,” says lifelong patient, 18-year-old Alex. “You never want to say, ‘I grew up in a hospital getting tests done,’ but…
Three-year-old Knight is a joyful ball of energy as he runs from the family’s living room to dining room to kitchen. He loves this little game, and for most 3-year-olds, this wouldn’t be an extraordinary feat. But, for this child, it is remarkable. What is Sturge-Weber Syndrome? Knight was born with Sturge-Weber Syndrome, a genetic…
Bullying is when a person or group repeatedly tries to harm someone who is weaker or who they think is weaker, and there is some type of power differential in place. This can take a psychological toll on the child being bullied, sometimes lasting a lifetime. October is Bullying Prevention Month Below are answers to…
This is the story of two friends who found each other. Four-year-old Bjorn and 5-year-old Ryan had never met. But in August of 2021, both were taken to Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital with troubling symptoms. Pediatric Cancer Diagnosis Within the same week, both received the same devastating diagnosis: acute myeloid leukemia. “The moment I was told…
Backpacks are a back-to-school staple and necessity, but they tend to get heavier each year as students get older, which can be concerning for parents. Ryan Fitzgerald, M.D., a fellowship-trained pediatric orthopaedic surgeon with Children’s Orthopaedic and Scoliosis Surgery Associates (COSSA), treats patients at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. He shares backpack safety tips to…
Safe Kids provides free and low-cost car seat inspections in the Tampa Bay area. You might want to book one because most parents are doing it wrong.
Dr. Jennifer Katzenstein, Ph.D, talks about how to teach kids smart social media behavior and how to find a healthy balance.
July is National Cleft Lip and Palate Craniofacial Awareness Month. Five-year-old Bree Brown is very special. So special, in fact, that she is literally one in a million. “Bree wasn’t breathing when she was born,” reflects an emotional Areen, Bree’s mom. During Areen’s pregnancy, Bree wasn’t measuring properly on sonograms. It was discovered that she…
Modern day Brady Bunch families really do exist, just ask Luis Rodriguez, M.D., M.A.S., and his wife Lisa Moore, M.S.N., M.H.A, R.N., who both work at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Dr. Luis Rodriguez is a neurosurgeon and Moore can be found in the cardiovascular ICU. This Father’s Day, Dr. Rodriguez reflects on his work as a…
Water is part of the allure of living in Florida, but few realize that drowning is the leading cause of death among Florida children ages 1-4. Water Safety to Prevent Drownings One family is incredibly grateful to have averted such a tragedy. Having recently moved from Washington State to Venice, Florida, the family of five…
A high-risk pregnancy can be stressful, but Karen Raimer, M. D. , has helped calm nerves and provide answers for expectant mothers for more than 30 years.
April is Occupational Therapy Month. It’s a time to recognize the achievements of patients like 13-year-old Jaden who recovered from a serious accident, thanks, in part, to the efforts of occupational therapist Rachael Thibeau and other experts at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Jaden had gone for a ride on his friend’s pontoon boat on…
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is usually seen in adults, but pediatricians and pediatric cardiologists are seeing this more often in children. Higher blood pressure means the pressure in the blood vessels is increased, causing the heart and other organs to work harder. This can put people at a higher risk for chronic illnesses…
The holiday season isn’t always merry for kids so we’re turning to a local expert for advice and top tips.
With a bilateral cleft lip and palate diagnoses at birth, Logan’s parents knew they needed the best team of doctors in their corner.
November is American Diabetes Month, a time for families to learn about childhood diabetes and ways to prevent it.
We recently sat down with two local doctors to get expert advice on how parents can better protect our children against RSV, flu and Covid.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about bullying and what we can do as a community to prevent it.
October is sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) awareness month, which takes the lives of thousands of babies each year.
To celebrate National Physical Therapy Month, we’re sharing Hailey’s story and recognizing the hard work of her and her physical therapy team.
During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, kids like Chloe remind us why we strive to support research, treatment, prevention and cure.
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Understanding hunger and fullness cues is essential to achieving a healthy weight.
Dr. Lily Chang, explains why breastmilk is nature’s perfect baby food, offers helpful tips, and the many benefits of breastfeeding.
Between the pandemic and recent school/mass shootings, here are tips to ease anxiety and help families mentally prepare for back to school.
Beat the rush and avoid last minute scramble: Here’s what you need to know to prep yourself and your children for the first day of school.
Pfizer’s COVID vaccine has been approved for kids ages 5-11. As the rollout begins, Dr Christina Canody with BayCare answers common questions.
Common injuries increase during summer break. Planning ahead and prepping your first-aid kit could prevent some of them.
Anywhere from 1-10 to 1-13 people suffer from anxiety. Below is helpful advice for parents navigating stress and anxiety with their teens.
Ian became the first patient to undergo Palforzia, the first FDA-approved treatment for peanut allergy in children ages 4-17.
Summer is filled with outdoor adventures and trips to the beach and pool, but damage from sun exposure, like sunburn, collects over time.
Reducing sugar is an important way to minimize your child’s risk for health issues. Here are tips to help parents identify hidden sugars.
Just like a riding a bike, learning how to swallow a pill is a skill your child will eventually have to practice and learn as they get older.
On Jan. 6, 2021, after about four hours in the operating room, Wilfre had his new heart, and second chance at life.
Raquel Gonzalez, MD, MHCM, provides several pointers that can make your child’s surgery experience a little bit easier.
*Story UPDATED on January 4, 2022 to include and append additional interview with Dr. Christina Canody, BayCare Pediatric Service Line Medical Director. The highly contagious Omicron variant is spreading in ways doctors tell us they never expected, fueled by holiday gatherings and travel…and then there’s back-to-school. Doctors are urging people to get their COVID-19 vaccine…
Oftentimes moms can’t prevent birth defects or other complications, but there are some things moms can do to prevent hospitalization at birth.
There has been an average of 3,500 button battery ingestions per year and the incidence has increased in the last decade.
Paul Benfanti, M.D., helps parents understand if and when they should be concerned about a child who might show signs of toe walking.
Dr. George Jallo is a renowned neurosurgeon for All Children’s Hospital John Hopkins Medicine in St Petersburg, but his success wasn’t preordained. “I was born in Bethlehem, and my family (parents and 2 brothers) immigrated to northern New Jersey when I was 5. Our family did not speak any English but we learned fast as young children watching TV and attending school. My grades in first 2-3 years were poor-fair, and teachers had reservations about my potential. There were discussions to hold me back a year, but fortunately I was allowed to stay with my peers.”
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