Patients at Nicklaus Children's Take Part in Hospital Prom

May 25, 2018 – Teens who receive care at Nicklaus Children's Hospital were treated to a whimsical “under the stars” themed prom on May 19. The annual celebration is made possible thanks to the generosity of Adam and Chanin Carlin, longstanding donors of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Foundation.

Pediatric Neurosurgeon and Chief of Surgery for Nicklaus Children’s Passes Away

May 24, 2018 – The medical staff, employees and volunteers of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital mourn the passing of our esteemed Dr. Sanjiv Bhatia, a longstanding leader and dedicated champion for children with complex medical conditions and their families.

Patients Share Inspiring Testimonials at First Annual Vascular Birthmarks Conference

May 18, 2018 – In observance of vascular birthmarks awareness month, The International Birthmarks Institute at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital held its first Vascular Birthmarks Conference at the hospital’s main campus on May 5^th. The event brought together patients, families and medical professionals representing a range of specialties to present the latest in diagnosis, treatment and research related to birthmarks. 

Nicklaus Children's Hospital to offer new rapid genetic test

May 03, 2018 – Nicklaus Children's Hospital will be one of a handful in the country to offer a fast turn-around on genome sequencing that can be a key to saving infants with rare and hard-to-diagnose genetic disorders. As seen on The Miami Herald.

Movie Event Celebrates Children with Craniofacial Differences

April 30, 2018 – Children who receive care at the Craniofacial Center at Nicklaus Children’s, along with their families, enjoyed an afternoon of red carpet glamour and photo booth fun on April 28. 

New Device Helps Children with Drug-Resistant Epilepsy Manage Seizures

April 25, 2018 – Grant is the first pediatric patient in South Florida to utilize the SenTiva VNS device, which is currently the smallest and lightest responsive therapy for epilepsy available on the market. The device, used in combination with epilepsy medications, has been shown to be effective in reducing seizure frequency and duration. 

Hialeah Community Celebrates the Opening of Outpatient Center

April 17, 2018 – Elected officials and business leaders representing the Hialeah community celebrated the opening of the Nicklaus Children’s Hialeah Outpatient Center. Thank you to all the community leaders who joined with Nicklaus Children’s Health System representatives to celebrate this milestone event, aimed at increasing healthcare convenience and access for families in the Hialeah community.

Easter Basket Blitz Brings Smiles Throughout the U.S.

March 30, 2018 – Wells Fargo volunteers renewed a springtime tradition: delivering thousands of Easter baskets to children in hospitals, shelters, and other locations. The memorable day was made possible by Wells Fargo’s nationwide “Hops for Hope” volunteer effort, which delivers baskets to children in hospitals, children’s homes, homeless shelters, and more. The annual event is organized by Cash Vault Services in Wells Fargo’s Payments, Virtual Solutions & Innovation group.

Special Spring Breakers Experience Miami Beach Sand And Surf

March 28, 2018 –  Dozens of special spring breakers from Nicklaus Children's Hospital were treated to a day along Miami Beach on Tuesday with a little help from Miami Beach Fire Department and Ocean Rescue.

Eyes4Kids Launches New Website and Social Media For the Benefit of Their Patients and Visitors

March 26, 2018 –

Eyes4Kids, the number one pediatric ophthalmology practice in South Florida, has announced the launch of a new website and social media pages. Parents can expect to get useful valuable information including references to multiple resources from this leading pediatric eye care kid’s friendly location.

New Pediatric Sports Health Center Focuses on Injury Prevention

March 13, 2018 – The Nicklaus Children's Hospital Sports Health Center opened in December 2017 and the team is working to help athletes not only make a comeback but also stop injuries before they happen. 

Medical Mission to Algeria Helps Children in Need of Spinal Surgeries

March 06, 2018 – A group of children in Algeria who underwent complex surgeries as part of a 2016 U.S.-sponsored medical mission have many reasons to celebrate, and can do so with better movement of their limbs.

Nicklaus Children’s Designated National Program Office for Victor Center for Prevention of Jewish Genetic Diseases

February 15, 2018 –

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital has been designated the national program office for the Victor Center for the Prevention of Jewish Genetic Diseases, an entity dedicated to the prevention of inherited diseases common among the Jewish population.

The Victor Center was founded in 2002 by Lois B. Victor in partnership with Einstein Healthcare Network in Philadelphia. Ms. Victor lost two children to a Jewish genetic disease before a test for the disorder became available. Today, simple tests can identify carriers of more than 200 disorders, including 50 that are common among the Ashkenazi Jewish population.

Renowned Dermatologist, Andleeb Usmani, DO, FAOCD will be Presented in The Leading Physicians of the World

February 02, 2018 – The International Association of HealthCare Professionals is pleased to welcome Andleeb Usmani, DO, FAOCD to their prestigious organization with her upcoming publication in The Leading Physicians of the World.

Jack, Barbara Nicklaus honored for dedication to children’s health care

January 30, 2018 – Carol and Harold Baxter’s Everglades Island home was the setting for an intimate reception honoring Barbara and Jack Nicklaus and their Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation. The reception took place Jan. 16. The evening included cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and an update on the impact that Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is having on lives, locally and globally.

Service Excellence Employee Recognition Awards

December 27, 2017 – More than 30 employees were recognized for going “above and beyond” their duties to deliver an outstanding experience to patient families and colleagues alike at the 2017 Annual Service Excellence Employee Recognition Awards celebration, held on Tuesday, December 19.   

Neuro Oncology Holiday Party 2017

December 15, 2017 – Children being treated by the Cancer & Blood Disorders Center, Neuro Oncology Program at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and their families took part in a holiday celebration.

Santa and his elves surprise hospitalized patients

December 05, 2017 – Santa Claus and his elves made a surprise appearance and distributed gifts to patients, many of whom will spend the holiday season at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. The event was made possible thanks to the Vallejo-Fraiz family, who are longtime supporters of the hospital, and arrange for Santa to visit the hospitalized children.

Duchenne Regional Family Summit

December 02, 2017 – CureDuchenne Cares and The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Brain Institute hosted a free educational and social event for Duchenne family and caregivers. Attendees were able to learn about important DMD care topics, share their practical advice and connect with other families.

Two Great Ways to Stay Connected with Your Child's Care

November 27, 2017 – Nicklaus Children's Hospital provides secure and convenient messaging and updates for patients and families with two apps:  CareNotify and MyKid’s Patient Portal.