As Scared as I Was, I Felt So Much Comfort
While Callahan’s cancer diagnosis occurred in moments, developing cancer treatments takes years. Your support of Nationwide Children’s Hospital gives the gift of research that can change the lives of children with cancer.
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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.
What Parents Need to Know About Measles
Measles outbreaks have been on the rise in Columbus among unvaccinated individuals. Find out what you need to know about measles and how you can keep your child safe.
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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“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 like kids and the friends I’ve made through Project SEARCH. I enjoy greeting customers at the gift shop, especially on Fridays because I love the weekend.”
“I joined CapABLE to share my appreciation for everyone’s unique journey in life. The most powerful experiences for me have occurred through connections with others. CapABLE offers a space for that to occur. I’m inspired to hear experiences of courage, perseverance and resilience, even in the face of hardships. This not only supports diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, but also a sense of belonging within the Nationwide Children’s Hospital community.”