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

Measles in Kids

Since late February, there have been reported cases of measles in Chicago. Measles is a highly contagious virus that can be spread from direct contact, including sneezing and coughing through the air. Our experts are here to help.

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Measles in Kids

Since late February, there have been reported cases of measles in Chicago. Measles is a highly contagious virus that can be spread from direct contact, including sneezing and coughing through the air. Our experts are here to help.

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Implantable Sensor Could Lead to Timelier Crohn’s Treatment

A team of scientists from Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago has developed the first wireless, implantable temperature sensor to detect inflammatory flareups in patients with Crohn’s disease.

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Functional Bladder Tissue Regenerated Using Bone Marrow Cells

Scientists from Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and Northwestern University succeeded in regenerating fully functional urinary bladder tissue utilizing a non-human primate model. 

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Lurie Children’s and The Chicago Triathlon announce the launch of the Inaugural Corporate Challenge at the 2024 Chicago Triathlon

The Chicago Triathlon and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago are excited to announce the launch of the inaugural Corporate Challenge, which will take place at the Chicago Triathlon on August 24-25, 2024

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Pediatric Care for Non-White Children is Universally Worse Across U.S.

The quality of health care received by racial and minority ethnic children in the U.S. is almost universally worse compared to their white peers, according to new findings from scientists at Northwestern University, Lurie Children’s and several other institutions. 

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Children Born with HIV Surpass a Year of Remission After Pausing Treatment

New findings from a first-of-its-kind research study led in part by scientists from Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute at Lurie Children’s and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine found four children who acquired HIV in utero have remained free of detectable HIV for more than one year with prompt post-natal treatment. 

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Kevin and Greta Warren Family Foundation Announces $1 Million Gift to Lurie Children’s

Kevin Warren, Chicago Bears President and CEO, and his wife, Greta Warren, announce today the Kevin and Greta Warren Family Foundation’s $1 million pledge to Lurie Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.

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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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