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Ranked among the nation’s top pediatric hospitals, Lurie Children’s brings together more than 70 specialties and the brightest minds in medicine—all focused on delivering compassionate, expert care for every child.
News & Stories
Lurie Children’s Begins Planning for Community-Based Pediatric Hospital in Downers Grove Area
Lurie Children’s is beginning plans to develop a low-acuity pediatric hospital in the Downers Grove area, expanding access to world-class pediatric care for families in Chicago’s western suburbs.
Lurie Children’s Begins Planning for Community-Based Pediatric Hospital in Downers Grove Area
Lurie Children’s is beginning plans to develop a low-acuity pediatric hospital in the Downers Grove area, expanding access to world-class pediatric care for families in Chicago’s western suburbs.
Two Leukemias, One Fierce Little Girl: Zepplyn’s Story
Zepplyn was just 8 months old when she was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive leukemia. Read how her family and care team helped her fight, and thrive.
Supporting Siblings of Children with Medical Conditions
The whole family feels the impact of a medical diagnosis. Certified Child Life Specialist Anna Batz shares guidance on how to support the siblings of children facing serious illness and hospitalization.
A Lurie Children’s First: Dual Heart-Liver Transplant Gives Debron a New Beginning
After months of waiting and a lifetime of surgeries, Debron received the call that changed everything. Discover how this resilient 16-year-old and his family found hope and a "CCU family" during a historic dual-organ transplant.
Understanding Gut Health and Anxiety in Kids
Discover how stress and anxiety affect your child's stomach and get expert tips on helping kids with IBS, tummy troubles and anxiety-related GI issues.
First Gene Regulation Clinical Trials for Epilepsy Show Promising Results
A first-of-its-kind gene regulation therapy is showing promising results for children with Dravet syndrome, significantly reducing seizures and improving language, motor and behavioral symptoms in early clinical trials.
COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy May Help Prevent Preeclampsia
A large international study including Lurie Children’s researchers found that COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy, especially with a booster dose, significantly lowers the risk of preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication.
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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