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Sensory carts at Arnold Palmer Hospital help reduce stimulation for children on the autism spectrum.
For any child, a visit to the Emergency Department (ED) can bring on a sudden increase in anxiety. However, for a patient on the autism spectrum, the
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Survey Finds Widespread Skepticism of Flu Shot Among Parents, Despite Consensus of Medical Community
More than half of parents believe their child can get the flu from the vaccine
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Spirit of Children Brings Spooky Fun and Smiles to Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital this Halloween!
Orlando, FL (October 13, 2023) – Halloween is just around the corner, and Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children is thrilled to continue its exciting partnership with Spirit of Children, the fundraising arm of Spirit Halloween stores, to host a spooktacular Halloween party for our young patients and their families. This collaboration created a memorable and fun-filled Halloween celebration that lifted spirits and brought joy to children facing medical challenges.
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3-Year-Old with Sickle Cell Disease Finds Miracle Close to Home
Julian Jarvis has been in danger since the day he was born. Diagnosed with sickle cell disease, he faced a life overshadowed by constant pain, isolation, hospital visits and the potential of life-threatening strokes.
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Four-Legged Visitors Encourage Orlando Health Patients
If you spend any time getting medical treatment, the team at Orlando Health would like you to have at least one visitor with a cold nose and a wagging tail. It could be for a quick cuddle during a long day of chemotherapy or an encouraging nudge during a difficult rehab session.
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Orlando Pride Players Surprise Pediatric Cancer Patient
ORLANDO, FL. (July 11, 2016) – It was special day at Orlando Health as a pediatric cancer patient got a surprise visit from some of his soccer idols. Orlando Pride soccer players Aubrey Bledsoe (goalkeeper), Christina Burkenroad (forward), Jamia Fields (forward) and Dani Weatherholt (mid-fielder) dropped in at UF Health Cancer Center - Orlando Health to surprise 12-year old Zayne Burton who was completing his final round of proton therapy treatment. Zayne, who was diagnosed with a brain tumor earlier this year, made history when he became the first pediatric patient to undergo proton therapy treatment here in Central Florida at the Center for Proton Therapy at Orlando Health. The players brought Zayne a signed Alex Morgan jersey and then helped him with the ceremonial ringing of the bell to celebrate completing his proton treatment.
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Orlando Health Network saves nearly $90 million in healthcare costs
Orlando, FL January 18, 2019 – With more than 200,000 managed lives, representing more than $1.1 billion in annual healthcare expenditures, the Orlando Health Network – the largest clinically integrated network in the region – has saved $89.9 million in healthcare costs in just five years according to the Network’s 2018 Value Report, which was released today.
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Orlando Health Receives “Best Children’s Hospital” Designation in 5 Specialties
Orlando, FL (October 8, 2024) – – Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children has been recognized as one of the Best Children’s Hospitals for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. Now in its 18th year, the rankings assist parents of children with rare or life-threatening illnesses in choosing the right hospital for them.
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Orlando Health Receives “Best Children’s Hospital” Designation in 5 Specialties
Orlando, FL (October 8, 2024) – – Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children has been recognized as one of the Best Children’s Hospitals for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. Now in its 18th year, the rankings assist parents of children with rare or life-threatening illnesses in choosing the right hospital for them.
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Pediatric Neurosurgeon Joins Arnold Palmer Hospital to Lead New Neuroscience Center
Orlando, FL (May 17, 2017) – Samer Elbabaa, MD, FAANS, FACS has joined Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children to head up a new pediatric
