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Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Receives Trauma and Children’s Surgical Verification from the American College of Surgeons

Orlando, FL (September 25, 2019) – Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children has received both Trauma Verification and Children’s Surgical Verification from the American College of Surgeons (ACS), making it the only pediatric facility in Florida to hold both verifications and one of only 14 in the country.

The Orlando Repertory Theatre offers special showing of “The Cat in the Hat” for children with autism

Into the gray nothingness of a dull, rainy day pops the boisterous Cat in the Hat, ready to play. He says,

"I know it is wet

Statement on Passing of Arnold Palmer

We are deeply saddened to hear reports that Arnold Palmer has passed away. Mr. Palmer lived an incredible life and accomplished so much on and off the golf course. He built a world-class medical center that has had a tremendous impact on the lives of children and families in this community for more than 27 years. As we wait for an official statement, our thoughts and prayers are with the Palmer family during this difficult time.

The Lost Art of Play

As a parent, you want the best for your child, but sometimes it is hard to know what is best when it comes to balancing scheduled activities and play time.  While activities such as little league and music groups can provide children with structure, discipline, and increasing independence, over-scheduling can leave kids feeling anxious and pressured to constantly perform.  Free play is not only a time when children can relax and have fun but it is vital to a child’s growth and development.  In the hustle and bustle of life for today’s children, the art of play is seemingly lost.  

Protecting Kids with Asthma from COVID-19

What doctors know about COVID-19 is still emerging, but experts consider children with asthma to be at-risk for more serious illness if infected than children without asthma. To help protect them, ensure your child regularly uses their preventive asthma therapies — such as an inhaler — and work hard to reduce triggers like exposure to pollen and stress. Doing so lowers your child’s risk of serious infection from COVID-19. 

The most important thing you probably aren't teaching your child

One of the many hats that parents, caregivers, coaches, teachers, and child life specialists (like myself) wear is that of a cheerleader. We encourage kids to feel smart, capable, strong, creative, and to be kind to others. But what do we do to teach kids about being kind to themselves?

Webinar with Dr. Mehta and Nneka Ricketts-Cameron from the Center for Digestive Health & Nutrition

Do you have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis?

Going the Distance: Mustering the Self-Discipline Needed for Success

A good routine both on and off the field is vital to the success of any athlete. Kids who play soccer or any other sport know that getting to the top of their game involves working on strength, endurance and agility. Plus, athletes need to focus on nutrition and sleep at home, as well as staying away from drugs, tobacco and alcohol.

Performing Surgery in the Womb

A recent article in The New York Times brought awareness to the burgeoning field of surgery being performed on patients still inside the womb. The article chronicles the path of Joshuwa and Lexi Royer, a young couple from Texas who found out at their 13-week ultrasound that their son had spina bifida. As it turned out, the defect was severe, so the Royer’s traveled to Houston to hear more about the option of surgery.

How to help your kids get the most out of playing sports

Why are your kids playing sports?