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‘Welcome to Your New Home:’ A Look at the Process of Transporting Hearts

Alexa Tannous, one of the physician assistants (PA) in the Heart Center’s cardiovascular and thoracic surgery,  shares these details and more on the integral – and emotional – process of safely transporting these precious organs.

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Winter Fundraising Ideas

Warm hearts this winter by giving back. Get creative with these fun Lurie Children's fundraising ideas, including bake sales, snowman contests and more! 

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Pediatric MRI Sedation Frequently Asked Questions

Should your child have an MRI with or without anesthesia? Our experts answer all of your questions about anesthesia to help you understand what factors to consider when making a decision. 

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Kelin ‘In Good Hands’ with ENT Expert in Robotic Surgery

Kelin had a large vascular lesion in her throat that was growing and needed to be surgically removed and came to Lurie Children's state-of-the-art pediatric Robotic Surgery Program.

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Millennial Parenting Statistics: Navigating Modern Parenthood in Today’s World

Millennials are rewriting the parenting playbook, ushering in a new era of open communication and emotional intelligence with their kids.

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Chickenpox Causes and Treatment

Could itchy red bumps on your child’s skin be chickenpox? Our pediatric expert explains everything you need to know.

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