Press Releases

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

Miami Children's Hospital Ranked Near Top of Training Top 125

March 07, 2007 – Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH) was ranked 16 in the nation by Training magazine in its annual list of the top 125 companies nationwide that excel at training and learning development. Miami Children’s was the top-listed hospital in the ranking.

Scarlett Johannson Donates Flamingo South Beach Condo Prize to Miami Children's Hospital

February 21, 2007 – Developers Triple Donation With Three Units for MCH’s Use

Medtronic Announces First U.S. Implant of Its Melody Transcatheter Valve for Patients with Congenital Heart Disease

February 19, 2007 – Medtronic, Inc. announced today the first U.S. patient implant in a feasibility study to evaluate the use of the Medtronic Melody™ Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve and Ensemble™ Transcatheter Delivery System to treat patients requiring congenital pulmonary heart valve replacement.

Miami Children's Hospital Announces New Medical Director of Operating Room

February 15, 2007 – Dr. Steven Stylianos has been named the Medical Director of Miami Children’s Hospital’s (MCH) Operating Room. Dr. Stylianos also serves as Director of the Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Program at MCH.