Press Releases

Miami Children's Research Team to Evaluate Treatments for Huntington's Disease

September 22, 2004 – A Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH) research pharmacologist has been awarded a contract to work with the National Institutes of Health to help identify drugs to prevent the progression of Huntington’s disease (HD), a devastating degenerative brain disorder for which there is presently no effective treatment or cure.

Miami Children's Hospital Dan Marino Center Expands MRI Service

September 08, 2004 – The entire MRI team of healthcare professionals has the special skills to meet the specific needs of children.

Miami Children’s Hospital Opens New Pediatric Care Center

July 08, 2004 – Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH) recently opened its new Pediatric Care Center to meet the community’s growing pediatric needs.

Dr. Lou Ellen Romig Receives National Award

July 08, 2004 – MCH Emergency Department physician Lou Ellen Romig, MD, has received the Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) 2004 National Heroes Award for provider leadership.

Miami Children’s Hospital Surgeon Certifies as Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics

June 07, 2004 – Leopoldo Malvezzi, MD, FAAP, Miami Children’s Hospital Pediatric Surgeon, was named a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Miami Children's Hospital Child Care Center Receives National Accreditation

June 01, 2004 – The Miami Children’s Hospital Child Care Center has been accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

President Bush Honors Miami Children's Hospital Volunteer

May 28, 2004 – White House staff had been seeking an exemplary volunteer from Miami to greet the president at the airport.

El Presidente Bush Honra una Voluntaria de MCH

May 28, 2004 – Donna Huck, voluntaria del Miami Children's Hospital recibió una invitación de la Casa Blanca para conocer al Presidente Bush en su llegada al Sur de la Florida el 23 de abril.

Miami Children's Takes Part in $17 Million Epilepsy Study Funded by the National Institutes of Health

May 26, 2004 – Miami Children’s Hospital is a key member of a nationwide group of medical centers that have been awarded a $17 million grant from the National Institute of Neurologic Disorders and Stroke – a division of the National Institutes of Health – for a clinical research study of childhood absence (petit mal) epilepsy.

Miami Children’s Hospital Recognized in Becker's Healthcare List of 150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare

May 09, 2004 – Miami Children’s Hospital has made the Becker's Healthcare 2014 list of "150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare," a compilation of hospitals, health systems, ambulatory surgery centers, physician groups, vendors and other healthcare organizations that provide excellent work environments and outstanding benefits to their employees.

Miami Children's Hospital's 'Bring Your Child to Work Day' A unique and Educational Experience

April 26, 2004 – Close to 100 children of Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH) employees received a first-hand, behind-the-scenes perspective on the workings of a pediatric hospital during “National Bring Your Child to Work Day,”

Dr. L. Santiago Medina Elected Editor of Leading Radiology Journal

April 26, 2004 – L. Santiago Medina, MD, MPH, Co-Director of the MCH Department of Radiology’s Division of Neuroradiology has been elected as associate editor of health policy and practice for Radiology, the world’s leading journal in medical imaging.

Special Guests Visit Patients at Miami Children's Hospital

April 22, 2004 – Bugs Bunny and Tweety Bird, two of the most popular Looney Toon characters, surprised the patients at Miami Children's Hospital (MCH) with a visit earlier this month.

Miami Children's Hospital Receives Hundreds of Books From the Dade Reading Council

April 22, 2004 – The Dade Reading Council (DRC) recently made a generous donation to Miami Children’s Hospital (MCH), giving 600 books and bibs for the young patients.

Enrique Escalon, MD Appointed Cancer Liaison Physician for Miami Children's Hospital Cancer Center

March 30, 2004 – Enrique Escalon, MD, Director of the Miami Children's Hospital Cancer Center, has been appointed to a three-year term as Cancer Liaison Physician in affiliation with the Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons.

Miami Children's Expands Emergency Services

March 25, 2004 – Miami Children’s Hospital’s has opened 20 new exam rooms in the Emergency Department as part of an expansion project aimed at meeting the growing needs of the community.

Miami Children's Hospital Helps Children Lose Weight and Get Better Grades

March 24, 2004 – The Miami Children's Hospital, its foundation, and its community partners officially opened the doors to the Overtown Kids (OK) Fitness, Involvement, Nutrition, Education (FINE) Program at the Overtown Youth Center (OYC), located at 450 NW 14th Street in Miami.

Miami Children's Hospital Executive Earns Top Healthcare Management Credential

March 09, 2004 – Thomas M. Rozek, President and CEO of Miami Children's Hospital recently advanced to Fellow status in the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Research Study Begins on Promising ON-Q Post-Surgical Pain Relief Device, New for Pediatric Patients

February 17, 2004 – Research to test the efficacy of ON-Q's continuous surgical-cite pain relief for pediatric patients undergoing cardiac surgery, the goal is to help patients get out of the hospital and return to their normal lives faster.

Miami Children's Hospital Announces 2004-2005 Medical Executive Committee

January 20, 2004 – In a recent dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony, Miami Children's Hospital (MCH) and the Engroff family opened its doors to the newly remodeled outdoor playroom – a fun and safe haven for Miami Children's patients. The Engroff family dedicated the play area in memory of their son, Adam.