Press Releases

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Pediatric Specialty Services Again Ranked Among the Best in the Nation

June 21, 2016 – Eight subspecialty programs of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, part of Miami Children’s Health System, are again ranked among the best in the nation, according to U.S.News & World Report’s 2016-17 “Best Children’s Hospitals” rankings, posted online today.

Nicklaus Children's Hosts Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Conference

June 20, 2016 – Conference will bring together families and medical professionals to discuss Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome treatment and support offerings.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Named to IDG's Computerworld 2016 List of 100 Best Places to Work in IT

June 13, 2016 – The IT Department at Nicklaus Children's has been named to IDG's Computerworld 2016 Best Places to Work in IT list.

All Three Nicklaus Children's Intensive Care Units Recognized with Gold Beacon Awards

May 10, 2016 – National three-year awards recognize exceptional patient care and a healthy work environment.

Publix Retail Pharmacy Opens at Nicklaus Children's Hospital

April 20, 2016 – The Publix Retail Pharmacy will enhance access to services and increase convenience for all who visit the Nicklaus Children's Hospital campus.

Fernando Pérez-Hickman Muñoz Appointed to Serve on Miami Children's Health System Board

April 18, 2016 – Mr. Pérez-Hickman also served as treasurer and is Member of the Miami Children’s Health Foundation board.

Jorge Gonzalez Joins Nicklaus Children's Hospital Board of Directors

April 06, 2016 – Mr. Gonzalez, President and CEO of City National Bank of Florida, will serve a three-year-term on the 19-member hospital board.

Miami Children's Health System Named to Becker's '150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare'

March 21, 2016 – Becker's Healthcare has recognized Miami Children's Health System for its workplace excellence, benefits, wellness initiatives and professional development programs. The health system is recognized as one of "150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare" for 2016.

Mario Murgado Elected Chair of Miami Children's Health System Board

March 16, 2016 – Mario Murgado, Principle, President and Chief Executive Officer of Brickell Motors has been elected chair of the board of Miami Children’s Health System, the parent organization of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.

HIMSS Analytics Honors Nicklaus Children's Hospital with Stage 7 Award

March 11, 2016 – The HIMSS Analytics Stage 7 Award honors hospitals operating in a paperless environment and representing best practices in implementing EHR

Ventilation Assisted Children's Center (VACC) Camp Celebrates 30 Years at Nicklaus Children's Hospital

March 07, 2016 – Camp dedicated to children with specialized needs celebrates milestone in serving patients and families from all over the world.

Miami Children's Health System to Showcase Health Technology Innovations at HIMSS '16

February 26, 2016 – Hospital leaders to showcase how technology is paving the way for the future of healthcare.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Program Hosts National Conference on 'Sudden Death in the Young'

February 22, 2016 – Pediatric cardiologists from throughout North America will focus on identification and treatment of Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome and medical conditions that can lead to sudden cardiac death in children and teens.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital West Bird Outpatient Center Now Open

February 15, 2016 – Pediatric Urgent Care Services now available at the West Bird Plaza in Miami-Dade County

Zoos Bring Animal Kingdom to Patients at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital

February 10, 2016 – Young patients, their families and invited guests were treated to a visit with animals from Zoo Miami.

Jodi B. Laurence Joins Nicklaus Children's Hospital Board of Directors

February 01, 2016 – Jodi B. Laurence joins the Board of Directors at Nicklaus Children's Hospital. She is a board-certified health law attorney with extensive healthcare executive experience.

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Receives 2015 Press Ganey NDNQI Award for Outstanding Nursing Quality

January 20, 2016 – The award recognizes the top-performing pediatric hospital that has achieved excellence in overall performance in nursing quality indicators.

Fundraising 2016 Calendar Photographed by Raul "El Gordo" de Molina

December 30, 2015 – The 2016 Miami Children's Health Foundation calendar features patients and staff of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, and 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the cause.

Inoperable Baby from Minnesota Receives Heart-Saving Surgery at Nicklaus Children's Hospital

December 22, 2015 – A four-month old baby is preparing to celebrate her first Christmas with her family after a life-saving heart surgery at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, made possible with the aid of virtual-reality imaging.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Receives 2015 eHealthcare Leadership Award for Digital Communications in Social Networking Category

November 25, 2015 – The hospital was presented with a Gold eHealthcare Leadership Award in the Best Social Networking category among hospitals with 200 to 399 beds.