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Miami Children's Hospital Ranked 17th in Training Magazine's Annual 'Top 125 Training Organizations'

February 27, 2009 – Miami Children's Hospital was ranked 17th among the nation’s Top 125 Training Organizations by Training magazine. MCH is the only pediatric hospital to make this elite list of organizations that excel at staff training and learning development.

Dr. Granado Appointed Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President for Medical and Academic Affairs at Miami Children’s Hospital

February 19, 2009 – Deise Granado-Villar, MD, MPH, FAAP, has been appointed Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President for Medical and Academic Affairs at Miami Children’s Hospital.

Chef Emeril Lagasse Tours Miami Children's Hospital

February 11, 2009 – Television chef Emeril Lagasse toured Miami Children’s Hospital and visited patients in the playroom on February 4. Emeril amused the young patients with the inspirational story about how he became a chef. Later that night, he celebrated the fifth anniversary of Emeril’s Miami Beach restaurant in the Lowe’s Hotel. The renowned chef donated all proceeds from the anniversary celebration to the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation.

Dr. Steven Stylianos Appears on Cover of Florida Super Doctors Publication

January 22, 2009 – Dr. Steven Stylianos, Chief of Pediatric Surgery at MCH and Medical Director of Trauma Services, was featured on the cover of the South Florida issue of Florida Super Doctors 2009.

Miami Children's Hospital Welcomes Dr. Alexander Scarlat as New Chief Medical Information Officer

January 12, 2009 – Dr. Alexander Scarlat was introduced as the new Chief Medical Information Officer of Miami Children’s Hospital in December.

Josie Diaz Joins Miami Children's Hospital as Regional Director for Ambulatory Services South

January 12, 2009 – Miami Children’s Hospital has named Josie L. Diaz, MHSA, LHCRM, as Regional Director for Ambulatory Services South.  Ms. Diaz will oversee operations of Miami Children’s Hospital Palmetto Bay Center.

Miami Children's Hospital is the Only Hospital in Florida to make Parents Magazine List of ‘Best Children's Hospitals’

January 01, 2009 – Miami Children’s Hospital has been included in Parents magazine’s 2009 listing of the nation’s “Best Children’s Hospitals.” Miami Children’s is the only hospital in the state of Florida to be included in the ranking.

Miami Children's Hospital Promotes Flu Vaccinations in Response to the New CDC Guildlines

December 29, 2008 – Miami Children’s Hospital is working to promote use of influenza vaccines among children in response to new Center for Disease Control guidelines advising that youngsters between the ages of 6 months and 18 years receive the annual immunizations. 

Former Miami Children's Hospital Patient Lights Christmas Tree at the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 23, 2008 – Rose and her family lit the 15 foot Christmas tree that stands outside of the main entrance, together with Dr. Narendra Kini, CEO of Miami Children’s Hospital.

Cancer Patients from Miami Children's Hospital Celebrate the Holidays at Annual Celebration

December 23, 2008 – Cancer patients from Miami Children’s Hospital and their families celebrated the holiday season at the Cancer Center’s Annual Holiday Party.

Swimming Lessons Now Offered at Miami Children's Hospital Dan Marino Center

December 08, 2008 – The Miami Children’s Hospital Dan Marino Center is now offering swimming lessons in its newly constructed, heated pool. These lessons teach children about water safety and help them build the confidence and skills required to prevent drowning accidents.

A Whole New World at the Playroom

November 28, 2008 – Venezuelan artist Carlos Augusto Pereira created the uplifting mural that extends all the way from the playroom, out to the playground and into the third floor hallways.

Miami Business Leaders and Policy Experts Take Part in National Town Hall Meeting; Discuss Health Care Reform Priorities for the OBAMA Administration

November 19, 2008 – Miami will join a dozen other cities in a national town hall meeting to focus on health care reform and identify the health care issues of greatest concern for the new administration.  Proposals to Policy: a National Conversation on Health Care Reform is a unique effort led by the National Association of Children’s Hospitals and Related Institutions (NACHRI) and PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). 

Will Smith Visits Patients at Miami Children's Hospital

November 17, 2008 – Actor Will Smith visited the Miami Children's Hospital playroom spreading cheer to young patients and their families.

Jackie Gonzalez to serve on American Academy of Nursing Fellow Selection Committee

November 04, 2008 – Jacqueline L. Gonzalez, ARNP, MSN, FAAN, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Miami Children’s Hospital, has been elected to serve on the American Academy of Nursing (AAN) Fellow Selection Committee for 2009 to 2012.

MCH Welcomes Two New Nursing Directors: Janyce Dayer and Barbara Simmonds

September 15, 2008 – Two new nursing directors have joined Miami Children's Hospital.  Janyce Dyer, PhD, CRNP, CS, has been appointed as Director of Nursing Research and Evidence Based Practice. Barbara Simmonds, RN, BS, CIC, is the new Director of Infection Control.

Miami Children's Hospital Pediatrics Programs Ranked Among Best in the Nation

June 02, 2008 – Three Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH) pediatric specialty services are among the best in the nation, according to U.S.News & World Report’s “America’s Best Children’s Hospitals” issue.

Miami Children's Hospital Earns National Recognition for Nursing Excellence

May 14, 2008 – The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes excellence and professionalism in nursing. Only 3 percent of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designation.

Open House for Nursing Graduates: Become a Miami Children's Hospital Nurse

April 05, 2008 – Open House for Nursing Graduates:  Become a Miami Children's Hospital Nurse

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Reunion Families Share Stories of Tough Beginnings and Promising Futures

February 28, 2008 – Reunion Commemorates 30 years of Celebrating Children’s Second Chance at Life