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One out of five kids in the United States are now considered obese, which is double the amount that were obese just a generation ago. Childhood obesity is on the rise and an innovative program, launched by the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Columbus Children’s Hospital, will combat against this alarming problem starting at the very beginning – birth. Robert Murray, MD, director of the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Children’s Hospital, and his team of specialists, developed An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound – a program that calls for parents to establish better eating habits for their children from the moment they are born....

The Data Collaboration team helps researchers get access to our EHR data, augment data sets through additional electronic data collection, and enable multisite collaboration through data standardization. This team consists of Data Architects, ETL Programmers, DBA, and Data Analysts. Data Management Data Management We can create end-to-end database solutions across various database platforms. We can enrich your current research data with clinical data from EPIC with IRB approval. We also have complete access to the PHIS repository and can provide databases based on this data from pediatric hospitals across the country....

Active exercises help keep your joints and muscles from tightening up and becoming weaker. Your exercise program is planned for your specific needs because not all your muscles have the same degree of strength or weakness. The goal of active exercise is to keep your muscles strong and flexible. Do only the exercises that have a check mark () in the box. Remember to move slowly, avoiding rapid or jerky motions....

If you would like Global Patient Services to facilitate your hotel reservation, please fill out the information below. Global Patient Services has a relationship with many area hotels and may be able to get you a reduced rate. View our list of hotels. Please note: Global Patient Services cannot guarantee availability at each location. You must fill out the form below to book through Global Patient Services and receive the discounted rate....

For decades, scientists have studied a laboratory mouse model that develops signs of the paralyzing disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as they age. In a new study appearing in Nature Biotechnology, investigators at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have developed a new model of ALS, one that mimics sporadic ALS, which represents about 90 percent of all cases. ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is characterized by the death of motor neurons, which are muscle-controlling nerve cells in the spinal cord....

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 852-3622 Fax us at: (614) 869-0321 Dentistry4472 N High StColumbus, OH 43214 (map) Learn more about Jillian N. Gray Patient Care Locations Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Academic and Clinical Areas Dentistry Community Physician Primary Department Dentistry Primary Section Pediatric Dentistry Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 05/29/2015 Board Certifications Pediatric Dentistry Residency University of Illinois at Chicago College of Denti...

From the age of five through adulthood, trauma is the leading cause of death, and many traumatic injuries involve brain injury. Fortunately, the majority of traumatic brain injuries are mild, but nevertheless, some children will experience a severe traumatic brain injury. Severe traumatic brain injury is a brain injury so bad that it causes the individual to have a low level of brain function immediately following the trauma. When a severe traumatic brain injury is identified, clinicians move quickly to ensure that the patient is able to breathe and has sufficient blood flow to the brain....

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-5093 Fax us at: (614) 722-9048 PediatricsPatient Care Services700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Krista D. Plato Biography Krista D Plato, MS, NNP-BC, is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner at Nationwide Children's Hospital. She completed her Master's degree from The Ohio State University in June 2007. Krista's clinical interests include prevention of skin breakdown in NICU patients, pain management and development of pre-operative surgical protocols....

MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: 99.7 The Blitz is hosting its annual Christmas in July Toy Drive at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. MEDIA ADVISORY WHEN: Friday, July 21, 2017; 9:30 a.m. Parking Instructions – Parking for media is available in the Orange Parking Garage on the corner of Mooberry St. & 18th St and you will be provided a voucher to exit at no charge. The closest address for GPS purposes is 555 S....

On Thursday, September 28, 2017, Hyundai Hope On Wheels® will present Nationwide Children’s Hospital with a $250,000 Hyundai Scholar Hope Grant. The grant funds will support the research of Timothy Cripe, MD, PhD, principal investigator and division chief of Hematology/Oncology and BMT. Dr. Cripe’s current research focuses on developing and testing new, targeted therapies for pediatric solid tumors and translating those findings into clinical studies. He was among the first in the country to launch clinical trials of attenuated oncolytic viruses in children....

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – Hearst Health and the Jefferson College of Population Health today announced Nationwide Children’s Hospital as the winner of the 2020 Hearst Health Prize for Excellence in Population Health. Nationwide Children’s was awarded this prize for its Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families (HNHF) initiative and its mission to improve outcomes for children and families by creating healthy, opportunity-rich communities. The national Hearst Health Prize for Excellence in Population Health is awarded to an institution that demonstrates population health impact by measurable improvement; use of evidence-based interventions and best practices; promotion of communication, collaboration and engagement; scalability and sustainability and innovation....

The Nationwide Childrens Hospital Change Their Tomorrow campaign has raised a total of $207 million toward the announced goal of $250 million. The five-year comprehensive campaign launched in 2006 serves as the foundation for Nationwide Childrens Hospitals vision to provide world class family-centered care. Funds raised through the campaign will support construction of several new buildings including a new main hospital facility as well as vital patient programs and services, research, care for every child regardless of ability to pay, and recruitment and retention of leading physicians, scientists and staff....

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce the 2019 “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26 miles on the course. The other two miles, the Encore Mile, will honor former Marathon Patient Champions, and the Angel Mile, will celebrate the lives of those who are no longer with us. A committee of hospital staff selected this year’s Marathon Patient Champions after a review of several inspiring patient stories submitted via the hospital’s social networking sites \ and nationwidechildrens....

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 602-5004 Fax us at: (614) 602-5003 Dentistry1600 W Lane AveSte 150Upper Arlington, OH 43221 (map) Learn more about Nicole S. Johnson Academic and Clinical Areas Dentistry Community Physician Primary Department Dentistry Primary Section Pediatric Dentistry Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 01/29/2021 Board Certifications Pediatric Dentistry Residency University of California, Los Angeles Date Completed: 08/04/2017 Internship Ohio State University College of Dentistry...

A new study published in Pediatrics demonstrates the cost-saving and health care quality outcomes of the pediatric Accountable Care Organization (ACO) Partners for Kids. Results of this study indicate that Partners for Kids successfully improved the value of pediatric healthcare over time through cost containment, while maintaining quality of care. Partners for Kids (PFK) is a pediatric ACO serving approximately 300,000 Medicaid-eligible children in Ohio, designed to address rising costs and concerns about the quality of care delivered to low-income patients....

0 votes and 0 Reviews In Theaters: January 13, 2023 (limited) 1h 49m | Comedy Movie Times It tells the story of two exes whose paths crossed once again, but when they get involved in a crime, the duo must find a way out of their dilemma together. Director: Cathy Garcia-Molina Producer(s): Kara U. Kintanar, Katherine S. Labayen, Vanessa R. Valdez Cast: Vice Ganda, Ivana Alawi, Enchong Dee, Rez Cortez, Candy Pangilinan, MC Calaquian, Lassy , Via Antonio...

Chest pain can be cause for alarm in both patients and parents and warrants careful examination and treatment. Learn when it could be of concern and warrant further evaluation from pediatric cardiologists. Download Now Identifying and Treating Chest Pain Practice Tool Chest pain can be cause for alarm in both patients and parents and warrants careful examination and treatment. Learn when it could be of concern and warrant further evaluation from pediatric cardiologists....

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-4385 Fax us at: (614) 722-4380 Pediatrics700 Childrens DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Rachel M. Feldkamp Patient Care Locations Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Academic and Clinical Areas Emergency Medicine Physician Team Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellowship Faculty Primary Care Pediatrics Physician Team Primary Department Pediatrics Primary Section Urgent Care Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/14/2009 Board Certifications Pediatrics...

Scheuermann’s disease is a condition of the mid-back related to the shape of the vertebrae and the curve of the spinal column. Normally, vertebrae are about the same size and rectangular-shaped. With Scheuermann’s disease, the vertebrae become wedge-shaped and a person’s posture may change. The curve in the mid-back may become very visible and can make them look like they are slouching or have very round shoulders. Signs and Symptoms...

If your child has a heart condition, you want the very best care. Your multidisciplinary team at The Heart Center gives you just that. It includes experts in many fields who come together to focus on your child. Your care team include pediatric cardiologists, surgeons, nurse practitioners and others. Each one has advanced training and experience. They have the vision and commitment to give you the highest level of care. And they keep you informed at every step....