Press Releases

Band-Aid Drive to Bring Cheer to Miami Children's Hospital Patients

February 04, 2008 – During the month of February, Community Blood Centers of South Florida will hold a band-aid drive to support children receiving care at Miami Children’s Hospital facilities.

Miami Children's Hospital Cardiologist Performs World's First Tricuspid Vavle Replacement

January 17, 2008 – Dr. Evan Zahn, Chief of Cardiology at Miami Children's Hospital’s (MCH) Congenital Heart Institute, performed the world’s first non-surgical tricuspid valve replacement via catheter on 9-year-old Charles Anderson from Gainesville.

Winners of 2007 eHealthcare Leadership Awards Honored at Healthcare Internet Conference in Las Vegas

December 31, 2007 – Miami Children’s Hospital website, www.mch.com, was honored by eHealthcare Strategy & Trends. The site was honored with a Distinction Award for ”Best Rich Media” among hospitals nationwide with 200-399 beds.

Miami Children's Hospital Education Team Receives Top Regional Honor

December 19, 2007 – The Fort Lauderdale Chapter of the American Society of Training and Development announced Miami Children's Hospital’s Staff and Community Education Department the First Place Gold winner of the “2007 Champion of Workplace Learning” award.

FIU College of Medicine Establishes Clinical Affiliation with Miami Children’s Hospital

December 18, 2007 – The affiliation agreement between MCH and FIU adds an undergraduate dimension to the already existing educational program.

EraMed LLC Commences Service For The Miami Children's Hospital LifeFlight® Program

November 01, 2007 – EraMed LLC (EraMed), a wholly owned subsidiary of Era Group Inc., announced today it has commenced service for the Miami Children’s Hospital as the operator of the hospital’s Sikorsky S-76C++ helicopter as a part of the Miami Children’s LifeFlight® Program.

Dr. M. Narendra Kini Appointed President/CEO of Miami Children's Hospital

October 29, 2007 – M. Narendra Kini, MD, MHA, has been appointed President and CEO of Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH).

Miami Children's Hospital Inducts Three Into Hall of Excellence

September 06, 2007 – Recipients of the MCH 2007 Hall of Excellence are Dr. John Ragheb, Dr. Deise Granado-Villar and Byron Smith.

Miami Children's Hospital Listed in U.S.News & World Report’s 2007 Edition of America’s Best Children’s Hospitals

August 24, 2007 – Miami Children's was listed 26 among the top 30 hospitals in the country and is the only pediatric hospital from Florida to be included on the list.

Radio Lollipop at Miami Children's Hospital, a National First, Turns 11 Years Old

August 03, 2007 – Radio Lollipop at Miami Children's Hospital hosted its eleventh annual birthday bash with an American Idol-style talent show. Hospital patients and staff got on stage and showed off their talent for applause and prizes.

Miami Children's Hospital Celebrates 50th Annual Commencement Ceremony

July 16, 2007 – Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH) hosted its 50th Annual Commencement Exercise for Pediatric Residents and Fellows at the Biltmore Hotel on June 23, honoring 22 pediatric residents and 10 pediatric subspecialty fellows who completed the hospital’s medical education program.

MCH's Gastroenterologist, is part of Shaq's team of experts on ABC

July 11, 2007 – Portions of the program were filmed at MCH and features personnel from Gastroenterology, Radiology and the Congenital Heart Institute.

DJ Laz Visits Radio Lollipop

June 28, 2007 – DJ Laz of the Power 96 Morning Show visited the Miami Children’s Hospital) Radio Lollipop studio, bringing toys and prizes for program participants.

South Florida Family to Visit Washington to Share Importance of Children's Hospital's with Congress

June 18, 2007 – Family Served by Miami Children’s Hospital to Advocate for Continued Federal Support

Miami Children's Hospital Comprehensive Epilepsy Center Receives Recognition

June 14, 2007 – The Comprehensive Epilepsy Center at Miami Children’s Hospital has been recognized by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers.

Young Artists Share Artwork with Miami Children's Hospital

May 14, 2007 – Group shot of the young artists: Nicole Carbral, Christine Cameau, Courtney Dozier, Noah Farid, James Gordon, Raghda Maaliki, Daniel Marquez, Annya Monserrat, Eric Rackear, Alfredo Socorro, Daniel Velez, and Art Teacher, Herb Summers

Miami Children's Hospital Faces Severe Cuts in Senate Budget Plan

April 19, 2007 – Miami Children’s stands to lose more than $5.4 million with the proposed State Senate budget plan.

Message from the Miami Children's Hospital Chief Medical Officer

April 16, 2007 – Message from Christian C. Patrick, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer/Senior Vice President

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida host Unveiling as Part of $1,500,000 Donation to Brain Institute

April 04, 2007 – Gloria and Emilio Estefan to Make Presentation at Press Conference on April 9th

The Nation's Longest-Running, Independent Pediatric Conference Starts this Weekend in Downtown Miami

March 16, 2007 – Miami Children's Hospital to host its 42nd Annual Pediatric PostGraduate Course: "Perspectives in Pediatrics" Founded by Donald H. Altman, MD