Bringing Comfort and Joy to Others
Onna likes to have a doll to hug when she’s in the hospital. She has collected more than 2,100 toys so other kids have them, too. You can bring comfort and joy to patients when you support Nationwide Children’s this holiday season.
Welcoming Nationwide Children's Hospital – Toledo
We are committed to continuing the strong legacy of care offered by Mercy Health – Children’s Hospital, providing Toledo-area families with access to the highest quality pediatric care.
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Updated Visitor Guidelines in Place
Visitor guidelines remain for select inpatient units, and there are no longer restrictions for outpatient visits.
For your continued safety, and the safety of our staff, all visitors and patients over age 2 must continue to wear a medical mask at any Nationwide Children’s location.
A Great Place to Work
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been named one of “America’s Best Employers” by Forbes. We are the top ranked hospital in Ohio and 9th among all hospitals in the United States.
COVID-19 Vaccines Available for Ages 6 Months and Older
Nationwide Children's is now offering the COVID-19 vaccine for children 6 months of age and older.
Bivalent COVID Vaccines: What You Need to Know
Bivalent COVID-19 vaccines are essentially updated booster shots—they will help to protect against variant strands of COVID-19 like omicron. Learn more about how it can provide increased protection against COVID-19 and its variants.
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Every Story Matters
“I take care of children with cancer and disorders of the blood. I think every day is really sort of a defining day. Children are very resilient even when they are very ill. You learn a lot from them and it’s very inspiring for me to be around every day. It’s always nice to get photos from people who are in college, photos of patients you’ve taken care of who now have children. To kind of be a part of their family.”
“I’ve always been interested in the body, because I think it’s a magnificent organ. Most importantly, when you’re given a body, you need to take care of it and understand that. It’s so magnificent. As I started to explore different parts of it and how it worked… it just became more fascinating. That’s why I came into the nursing field.”
“Although life in the NICU comes with many emotional challenges, being able to observe each baby, discovering their unique temperament, and responding to their individual needs - the challenge is well worth it. I get to watch newborns heal and parents gain this confidence to be healthy guides for their children.”