Nationwide Children's Events & Announcements

Sep 08, 2010

Spinal Muscular Atrophy Research Team Receives Pepsi Refresh Funds from Sophias Cure Foundation

Brian Kaspar, PhD, principal investigator in the Center for Gene Therapy at The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, along with a team of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) researchers and clinicians, recently received a $250,000 grant for SMA research and clinic development from

Aug 31, 2010

International Symposium Hosted by Nationwide Childrens Hospital Explores Hybrid Approach to Congenital Heart Disease

Interventional cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons throughout the United States and the world, who treat patients with congenital heart disease, will gather at the Hilton Columbus at Easton Town Center August 31-September 2, 2010 for the International Symposium on the Hybrid Approach to

Aug 27, 2010

Pleasure Guild Donates to Nationwide Childrens Hospital and Elects New Board of Directors for 2010-11

Pleasure Guild, a 102-year-old organization of 45 women committed to raising funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital Hospice and Palliative Care program, recently presented a check totaling $248,766.67 to the hospital.

Aug 27, 2010

Twenty Local Pizza Shops Help Raise Funds at Slice of Columbus

Slice of Columbus is back for its 21st year as Columbus’ largest pizza event slated 5 - 10 p.m. on Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at the Lifestyle Communities Pavilion.

Aug 16, 2010

Mount Carmel and Nationwide Childrens Hospital Collaborate To Operate Newborn Intensive Care Unit at Mount Carmel St. Anns

Mount Carmel Health System and Nationwide Children’s Hospital have formed a relationship that will utilize the strengths of both organizations to provide outstanding care to seriously ill and premature infants.

Aug 13, 2010

Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Administering Immunizations at Lifting the Family 9th Annual Back-To-School Giveaway Event

WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Administering Immunizations at Lifting the Family 9th Annual Back-To-School Giveaway Event WHEN: Saturday, August 14, 2010 12 to 6 p.m. Noon to 1 p.m. – media opportunity – doors open WHERE: The King Arts Complex 867 Mt.

Aug 10, 2010

Pediatric Update Regional Conference Offered at Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital

The 2010 Pediatric Update Regional Conference: Pediatric Specialty Focused on Primary Care, sponsored by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital, will be held Saturday, September 11, at Our Lady Of Bellefonte Hospital Bellefonte Center.

Jul 26, 2010

Are You Strong Enough to Take on Bull Run?

The 7th annual Bull Run, presented by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will take place on Saturday, August 7, at McPherson Commons.

Jul 14, 2010

Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Host Farmers Markets

Fresh fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods will be available for employees, community residents and visitors at four Farmer’s Markets hosted by Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The first Farmer’s Market will be held on Monday, July 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Jul 14, 2010

2010 BIA Parade of Homes July 24 to August 8

The 2010 Parade of Homes, presented by the Building Industry Association (BIA) of central Ohio, will run Saturday, July 24 through Sunday, August 8 at Ackerly Park in New Albany.