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A study appearing in the journal Investigational New Drugs and conducted by researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, discovered that two new small molecule inhibitors are showing promise in blocking STAT3, a protein linked to the most common malignant bone tumor, osteosarcoma. These small molecule inhibitors – one derived from a portion of the turmeric spice – may serve as a new, non-toxic treatment for these deadly tumors. Osteosarcoma is aggressive and its treatment outlook has not changed significantly over the last 20 years....

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases has awarded a grant totaling $2,619,262 over five years to researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) to find new and better ways to boost the immune systems of infants and young children against invasive infections. While immunization programs have dramatically decreased the global morbidity and mortality caused by infections. Infectious diseases remain the most frequent cause of death in infants and young children....

Persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) is a dangerous condition that may cause a baby to not get enough oxygen after birth. During pregnancy, babies get all of the oxygen they from the mother through the placenta. The placenta is an organ in the mother’s womb that is connected to the umbilical cord. This pathway lets oxygen and nutrients go from the mother’s blood to the baby. Until the baby is born, the blood vessels going to the baby’s lungs (pulmonary vessels) are closed....

Places to Eat at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Your child and family deserve meals that are nutritious and appealing, and that’s what we provide at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. We offer several options, including hotel-style room service, a cafeteria, food court, two coffee shops and other choices. For questions about dining options, call Nutrition Services 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at (614) 722-1517 or (614) 722-1521. Food Service Cafeteria and Food Court...

Pulmonary vein stenosis is a rare and sometimes devastating heart condition that doctors and researchers are still working to understand. Some studies show that children who have the disease have a good chance of survival, while other studies show that only 20 percent of affected children will live. This uncertainty about outcomes has made it difficult for specialists to know what the best treatment is for each patient, or even how to talk to patient families about prognoses....

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 355-8080 Fax us at: (614) 722-4718 Psychiatry and Behavioral HealthPsychology700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Sindhia Colburn Academic and Clinical Areas Pediatric Psychology Physician Team Primary Department Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Primary Section Psychology Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 10/28/2022 Fellowship Children’s National Medical Center Date Completed: 12/23/2021 Contact Information Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Call us at: (614) 355-8080...

Avulsion fractures occur when a small piece of bone is separated from the main bone due to the pull of the muscle and tendon attached to it. This typically occurs in a growing bone which is weaker than a developed bone. The ischial tuberosity is the bone in the bottom (buttocks) where the hamstring tendons attach to the pelvis. Because the pelvic growth plate closes in the late teens or early 20’s, this problem usually happens in teenagers....

Flexibility is an important part of fitness. Stretching is used to increase the flexibility of muscles. There are several different types of stretching including static, dynamic, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF). Static stretching is the most common and involves slowly increasing motion until a mild stretch is felt and holding that position for 20-30 seconds. Dynamic stretching involves actively moving a muscle through a range of motion several times. This type of stretching has become increasingly popular among athletic teams because it moves the muscle in the same manner as it is used during athletic activity....

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 864-3222 Fax us at: (614) 863-7388 Pediatrics905 Old Diley RdPickerington, OH 43147 (map) Learn more about William W. Long Patient Care Locations Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Academic and Clinical Areas Medical Staff Leadership Associate Administrative Medical Director Community Pediatrics Community Physician Outreach Education Community Physician Primary Department Pediatrics Primary Section Community Pediatrics Awards, Honors & Organizations Career Contribution Award Recipient, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, 2011 Listed, Best Doctors in America...

Contact Information Clinical TherapiesDublin Close to Home Center5675 Venture Dr.Dublin, OH 43017 (map) Learn more about Amy S Puckett Biography Amy Puckett currently works closely with Otolaryngologists (ENT) and Nurse Practitioners in the Nationwide Children's Hospital's Pediatric Voice Disorders Clinic. She assists in the training of Otolaryngology residents in the area of voice, and have been involved with outreach education with local pediatricians and students & co-workers regarding the field of speech-language pathology....

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 Autumn L. Lane Biography Autumn Lane, MS, APRN, NNP-BC is a member of the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) team in the C4B and C4C NICU at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. She joined the Nationwide Children’s Hospital as an RN in 2000 after receiving her baccalaureate degree in nursing at Miami University....

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-4385 Fax us at: (614) 722-4380 PediatricsUrgent Care700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Bridget A. Bonaventura Academic and Clinical Areas Emergency Medicine Physician Team Primary Department Pediatrics Primary Section Emergency Medicine Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/01/2021 Board Certifications Pediatrics Fellowship Nationwide Children’s Hospital Date Completed: 06/30/2023 Fellowship Nationwide Children’s Hospital Date Completed: 06/30/2021 Residency Nationwide Children’s Hospital...

The Central Ohio Restaurant Association (CORA) is teaming up with the Arnold Sports Festival to support Nationwide Children’s Hospital in the week leading up to this year’s event March 4-7 in Columbus. Now through the conclusion of the Arnold Sports Festival, participating restaurants will donate a portion of their proceeds, respectively (special menu items, etc.), to benefit Nationwide Children’s. To view a complete list of participating CORA restaurants, and to see how you can help those who help the hospital, visit http://www....

The Heart Center Clinical Services Team is a highly specialized group of nursing and allied health professionals. We are the constant presence for the patient and family during the diagnosis and treatment for heart disease and significantly contribute to excellent outcomes. We also contribute to Nationwide Children’s Hospital status as a leading institution by achieving MagnetTM Designation in 2005, a feat achieved by less than 6% of hospitals nationwide and re-designation in 2009 and 2014 (applied) attained by only 3% percent of hospitals....

This is one of those topics that is important for every parent with a baby at home. Diaper rash is one of the most common problems infants face, and it’s no wonder given that baby poop is soft and sticky and comes into direct contact with the skin. But there are several other factors that contribute to diaper rash. Understanding the different causes, along with the proper treatments for each, will help parents combat this common condition....

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-6336 Fax us at: (614) 722-6988 PediatricsPatient Care Services700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Elizabeth E. Ababovic Academic and Clinical Areas Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Team Primary Department Pediatrics Primary Section Critical Care Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 12/02/2018 Board Certifications Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner- Primary Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care Graduate School Wright State University Date Completed: 07/26/2018...

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 355-6013 Email Erin L. Krogh, AT, ATC Sports Medicine584 County Line Road WestWesterville, OH 43082 (map) Learn more about Erin L. Krogh Biography Erin Krogh, AT, ATC, is a certified athletic trainer at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine. Erin is certified by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association Board of Certification and is licensed by the Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board in the state of Ohio....

What Is Histoplasmosis? Histoplasmosis is an infection caused by the fungus, Histoplasma capsulatum, which is found as spores in soil, bird and bat droppings and some decaying materials. It is the most common fungal infection in North America. Certain geographic areas seem to have more Histoplasma species in the soil. The Ohio and the Mississippi River valley are considered highest-risk areas. The infection occurs when the fungus is released, circulates in the air and fungal spores are inhaled by an individual....

The Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide Insurance announced today that IGS Energy has extended its title sponsorship of the Tournament’s annual benefit concert through 2015. The new four-year agreement enhances IGS Energy’s commitment to a charity event that has raised more than $375,000 since it began in 2007. All proceeds from the concert benefit the Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital through an alliance with the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation....

What exactly is the rotator cuff? It is a term that is widely used on television and radio but can sometimes be a little confusing and not completely understood. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles that form to hold parts of the shoulder together. More specifically, it is comprised of the muscles and tendons that link your upper arm (or humerus) to your shoulder blade (scapula). The shoulder joint is structurally similar to a golf ball resting on a tee....