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Baby with Hirschsprung thrives after expert pediatric surgical care at Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital
After a healthy, uncomplicated pregnancy, Lauren welcomed her second child, a baby boy named Jack, in June 2023 at Inova Loudoun Hospital. All seemed fine, but after two days had elapsed without little Jack passing any stool, the neonatology team at Inova Loudoun Hospital transferred Jack to Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital, home to Northern…
Read MoreU.S. News & World Report names Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital among top 40 Best Children’s Hospitals in the nation for Neonatology
Fairfax, VA – Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital has been recognized among the top 40 Best Children’s Hospitals in the country for Neonatology by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings assist parents and caregivers, along with their physicians, in navigating the challenges of finding the best possible care for children with serious illnesses or…
Read MoreDoes your child have allergies or asthma? A pediatric allergy specialist weighs in
Demystifying symptoms, causes and treatments Darlene Mansoor, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained allergy and immunology physician. She serves as Medical Director of Inova Children’s Allergy and Immunology service. Coughing, sniffling, sneezing and wheezing – these symptoms are very common in children during late summer and early fall in the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, metropolitan…
Read MoreCardiac surgery at Inova Children’s makes a difference for infant with trisomy 13
Although not every medical problem has a cure, in some cases, a treatment can have a profound impact on a child’s quality of life. That was the case for baby Elisha, who was born in September 2024 with trisomy 13. Trisomy 13 is a rare genetic syndrome that typically causes severe intellectual disability and a…
Read MoreInova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital Ranks in Top 40 Best Children’s Hospitals for Neonatology by U.S. News & World Report
Fairfax, VA – Oct. 8, 2024 – Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital has been recognized as a 2024-2025 Best Children’s Hospital by U.S. News & World Report, ranking #39 in the nation for Neonatology. The hospital was also ranked #3 in Virginia and #17 in the Mid-Atlantic region. Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital is home…
Read MorePreparing for a safe and healthy school year
It is back-to-school season, and before we know it, it will be the first day of the new year – a milestone parents prepare their children for annually. We are here to help with practical tips parents can use to ensure their child has a successful and healthy start to the academic year. Now’s the…
Read MoreTeen overcomes rare brain condition after neurosurgery at Inova
It was an ordinary summer evening when 16-year-old Henry came down with a pounding headache. No one knew it at the time, but that headache would change the course of Henry’s life. That night, Henry began a year-long journey that tested the limits of his grit and determination. Henry’s story is one of resilience, hope,…
Read MoreInova Children’s unveils new logo; reinforces commitment to pediatric care
Fairfax, VA, June 25, 2024 – Today, Inova Children’s unveiled a vibrant new logo, signaling Inova Health’s ongoing investment and commitment to pediatric care. Inova remains committed to providing world-class, expert care close to home and expanding services to meet the growing needs of the community. The redesigned logo draws inspiration from Inova’s new parent…
Read MorePrevention and quick action: When your child swallows something dangerous
Bharath D. Nath, MD, is a pediatric surgeon at Inova Health System who is board certified in general surgery and pediatric surgery. He specializes in pediatric general and thoracic surgery, treating premature infants to adolescents. Every year, thousands of children are treated in United States emergency rooms (ERs) because they swallowed objects such as a…
Read MoreInova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital Achieves ChildKind Certification
Designation Recognizes Hospital’s Strong Commitment to Pediatric Pain Prevention and Management Inova L.J. Murphy Children’s Hospital recently achieved certification from ChildKind International, a global organization dedicated to improving the quality of pediatric pain care around the world. The designation recognizes healthcare facilities that have implemented standardized, institution-wide, collaborative approaches to the prevention and treatment of…
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