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How Nicklaus Children’s and Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care Came Together to Save Elizabeth

09/10/2025 – After a bike fall, Elizabeth experienced an abdominal pain so intense her family called 911. Upon arrival by ambulance doctors soon discovered the accident had ruptured her liver, causing significant blood loss but this was just the beginning.

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Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Parent

05/06/2025 – Becoming a parent is one of life’s greatest adventures, but it comes with surprises that no one can truly prepare you for. Joining us to share her unique perspective is Dr. Melanie Suaris, a pediatrician at Nicklaus Children’s who sees patients at our primary pediatric care locations in Cutler Bay and at Nicklaus Children’s at Galloway. Listen to this Podcast

Purple Smoothie

08/19/2025 by Food for Salud – Looking for an quick breakfast or after school snack? This purple smoothie only has three easy steps to a delicious and healthy morning or afternoon treat.

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Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute First to Offer Innovative Heart Stent Designed for Babies

08/28/2025 – Nicklaus Children's Hospital's Heart Institute is ushering in a new era of cardiac treatment for children across South Florida. Nicklaus Children's is the first hospital in South Florida to offer the latest innovative Minima Stent from Renata Medical, the first FDA-approved heart stent that expands as the child grows. This innovation gives new hope to babies and young children with congenital heart disease, helping them avoid repeated open-heart surgeries.

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Incredible Advances in Cancer Treatment Through Research

09/16/2025 – In recognition of Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month, this issue of the Research Rundown is dedicated to the incredible advances in cancer treatment through research. The Nicklaus Children's Research Institute (NCRI) with the Helen & Jacob Shaham Cancer & Blood Disorders Institute have more than 30 studies that are actively recruiting new subjects.

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What to Expect When You Get Your Tonsils and Adenoids Removed

9/16/2025 – What happens before, during, and after a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy procedure? Learn how to reduce anxiety, promote smoother recovery, and how caregivers can provide the best possible care at home.

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New Nicklaus Children’s Imaging Technology a ‘Game Changer’ for Children with IBD

May 06, 2025 – Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is at the forefront of adoption of IUS to support the diagnosis and management of IBD. It is the only hospital in Florida and one of only four children’s hospitals nationwide to offer intestinal ultrasound (IUS) for pediatric IBD patients.