Operations update and assistance following Houston metro storm
Following the severe storms that hit the Houston metro area last night, Texas Children’s Hospital campuses are fully operational today, and we thank our dedicated workforce for providing uninterrupted...
View ArticleGet to know The Difference-makers on our team
Our exceptional team is The Difference, playing a pivotal role in the lives of our patients and families. Few embody the dedication and compassion of our workforce better than these team members: Brent...
View ArticleHurricane season predictions and preparation advice
Hurricane season begins June 1, and experts from Colorado State University are predicting volatile storms at nearly 170% of the average season activity recorded between 1991 and 2020. Of 23 named...
View ArticleTexas Children’s Heart Center announces new leadership structure
The Texas Children’s Heart Center, ranked number one in the nation for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News and World Report for seven consecutive years, is pleased to announce its new...
View ArticleSuccessful delivery makes Texas Children’s part of quadruplet miracle history
With the odds of having identical quadruplets at 1 in 15 million, Texas Children’s is thrilled to be part of the rare and awe-inspiring births of Hannah, Rebecca, Lucy and Petra – identical girls born...
View ArticleKronos clocks scheduled for maintenance
Kronos clocks distributed across multiple buildings and campuses will receive essential maintenance in staggered two-day phases starting May 30 through July 12. During scheduled maintenance, the clocks...
View ArticleNominate a Super Star today
Know a team member who exemplifies our mission and core values? Help us recognize and reward your colleague as a Super Star! To nominate, click read more.
View ArticleThe More We Know for June
The more we know, the more we connect. Click to read this month’s DEI update. Read more
View ArticleParis Jones: The face of the hospital
Meet Paris Jones, a patient access representative in the Admissions department. He is the first person most patients see as they enter Texas Children’s, and he takes that very seriously. Paris’ love...
View ArticleMiracle baby receives rare double lung transplant
Kylie, a 6-month-old girl born with a life-threatening lung disorder, is now breathing on her own thanks to a rare double lung transplant performed at Texas Children’s Hospital. When she was born,...
View ArticleThe light in the darkness: Skyler Heitz is The Difference
Skyler Heitz, a night shift nurse in our Level 4 NICU, uses her creative skills during downtime to create lasting memories for families. Stamping her young patients’ footprints, she makes artwork for...
View ArticleOur patient Abby’s experience in our Heart Center ACHD program
Abby Kenigsberg is a geologist, CrossFit enthusiast and lifelong patient at Texas Children’s Hospital. Born in Corpus Christi in 1992, she was diagnosed with tetralogy of Fallot. Her parents,...
View ArticleMary Beth: Inspired to give back
Meet Mary Beth Loughran, RN-BSN, CCRN, a staff nurse in our Medical Center Level 4 NICU. Inspired by the care her nephew received here several years ago, she pursued nursing as a second career and has...
View ArticleOn the Mark blog: Honoring a Pillar of Texas Children’s Cancer Center
On Mark Wallace’s blog, he pays tribute to Dr. David G. Poplack, a remarkably dedicated leader at Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center and Global HOPE, who is preparing for his well-deserved...
View ArticleTexas Children’s adjusts food discount
During the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, we implemented a 50% discount on food for our employees as a gesture of gratitude and support. This initiative was a part of our commitment to...
View ArticleSports dietitian helps young athletes excel and stay healthy
Imagine pushing your limits in every practice and competition, knowing your body is fueled to prevent injury, optimize performance and improve recovery. This crucial support of young athletes is made...
View ArticleMarvinell: A Texas Children’s ambassador
Meet Marvinell “Nell” Jenkins, manager of the Employee Medical Clinic. Nell has worn many hats at Texas Children’s thanks to several opportunities for advancement, from forensic nurse and nurse...
View ArticleFather-daughter Neonatology Duo Dr. Mufeed and Asya Ashraf
Dr. Mufeed Ashraf and his daughter Asya share a commitment to excellence, working together in the neonatology department in our Level IV NICU. Crossing continents to Texas Children’s Born in...
View ArticleJeanette: A true team player
After 20 years of working in labor and delivery, Jeanette McMullen, BSN, RNC-OB, CPN, was not looking for a career change. The pull of Texas Children’s is just that strong, and now she works as a...
View ArticleThe new Connect is loading…
We’re excited to share Connect is getting a makeover! From its inception, Connect has always been a reliable one-stop shop for news, sites, resources and more. This won’t change! The new Connect was...
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