Ranked #1 in Illinois for a Reason
Lurie Children's is staffed by the very best pediatric specialists who understand kids and will do whatever it takes to provide them with a healthier future.
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At Lurie Children's we understand that caring for kids takes more than medicine. From diagnosis through treatment, it requires compassion and understanding that kids do best when they get to be kids. With a team of world-renowned pediatric experts and kid-friendly care, there’s a reason we’re ranked the #1 children’s hospital in Illinois.
News & Stories
Study Identifies Messages about Vaccinating Children Against COVID-19 That Resonate Best with Vaccine-Hesitant Parents
Parent survey from Voices of Child Health in Chicago found that parents with children who were not yet vaccinated against COVID-19 were most likely to vaccinate their child after reading a hypothetical scenario.
Study Identifies Messages about Vaccinating Children Against COVID-19 That Resonate Best with Vaccine-Hesitant Parents
Parent survey from Voices of Child Health in Chicago found that parents with children who were not yet vaccinated against COVID-19 were most likely to vaccinate their child after reading a hypothetical scenario.
Luna’s Story: Beating Brain Cancer with a Little Bit of Paint and Positivity
After a few weeks experiencing troubling and abnormal symptoms, Luna, 11 at the time, was rushed to her local hospital where a large mass was discovered on the left side of her brain. She was immediately transferred to Lurie Children’s Brain Tumor Program for more specialized care.
Chicago Parent Survey Highlights Swimming Safety in Lake Michigan
Differences in family swimming habits and beach safety features were found in a recent Voices of Child Health in Chicago Parent Panel Survey from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
IBD vs. IBS
Dr. Joseph Runde, Gastroenterology, answers commonly asked questions and misconceptions about IBD vs. IBS.
First Person with Dr. Robert Liem: APIDA Heritage Month Reflections
In this Q&A, Dr. Robert Liem, Hematology, Oncology, Neuro-Oncology & Stem Cell Transplantation, shares about meaningful professional moments and cherished personal ones in honor of APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) Heritage Month.
Lurie Children’s Hospital First in Illinois to Be Designated as a Rare Disease Center of Excellence by National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
Lurie Children’s is the first in Illinois to receive designation as a NORD Rare Disease Center of Excellence, becoming one of 40 U.S. academic medical centers selected to be a part of the first-of-it-kind national network of U.S. medical institutions dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and researching all rare diseases.
Skin Patch Shows Promise for Toddlers with Peanut Allergy
A clinical trial that included Lurie Children’s found that a year-long immunotherapy through a skin patch safely desensitized toddlers with peanut allergy, lowering the risk of a severe allergic reaction from accidental exposure.
Innovating Through Pediatric Research
Research at Lurie Children's is conducted through Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute. Our goal is to generate new knowledge and translate advancements in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases that affect children’s health. Research studies are led by over 750 researchers and are organized into four scientific pillars: Basic and Preclinical Science; Clinical and Community Trials; Community, Population Health, and Outcomes; and Quantitative Science.
Join Us in Creating a Healthier Future for Every Child
As a non-profit medical center, Lurie Children’s relies on an engaged and supportive community to elevate the standard of medical care for more children, create innovative programs, accelerate cutting edge research discoveries and work with community partners to make Chicago’s neighborhoods safer for children.
Awards & Accolades
Lurie Children's is proud to be recognized for a number of awards, accolades and achievements.
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