Nationwide Children's Events & Announcements

Oct 15, 2009

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receives Medal of Honor

Nationwide Childrens Hospital was recognized September 30, 2009 at the fifth annual National Learning Congress Organ Donation Breakthrough Collaborative Medal of Honor Dinner.

Oct 13, 2009

$1.2 Million Grant Awarded to Center for Child and Family Advocacy and Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children's Hospital

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has awarded the Center for Child and Family Advocacy (CCFA) and Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Childrens Hospital a $1.2 million three-year federal grant to become a National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative Community

Oct 02, 2009

Financial Solutions Network Golf Outing, OSU vs. Indiana Tailgate Saturday to Benefit Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Financial Solutions Network is hosting a golf outing and an Ohio State vs. Indiana tailgate tomorrow, Saturday, October 3 at the Golf Club of Dublin, 5805 Eiterman Rd., Dublin.

Sep 28, 2009

Nationwide Childrens Hosptial F.A.N. Club Analysis Shows Promising Results

The Nationwide Childrens Hospital Fitness And Nutrition (F.A.N.) Club was established in 2008 as part of the hospitals pediatric obesity initiative to help 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students experience fun activities to keep them fit and healthy through physical activity and education.

Sep 10, 2009

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Joins Effort to Combat Childhood Obesity Through the Alliance for a Healthier Generations Healthcare Initiative

Nationwide Childrens Hospital has renewed its commitment to the health and well being of children by collaborating with the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a joint initiative between the American Heart Association and the William J.

Aug 27, 2009

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Re-designated as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Centers

The American Nurses Credentialing Centers (ANCC) Magnet Recognition ProgramĀ® for excellence in nursing services has once again awarded Nationwide Childrens Hospital as a Magnet hospital.

Jul 17, 2009

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Will Open Close To Home Center at Diley Ridge Medical Park

Nationwide Children's Hospital will be expanding its Close To HomeSM Center network to southeast Columbus by offering services in the Diley Ridge Medical Park Medical Office Building.

Jul 08, 2009

Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Host Farmers Markets

Fresh fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods will be available for employees, community residents and visitors at three Farmers Markets hosted by Nationwide Childrens Hospital. The first Farmers Market will be held on Monday, July 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Jul 01, 2009

PSA: Enforcement of Columbus Youth Bicycle Helmet Ordinance

15-Sec.Wearing a helmet while bike riding can reduce the risk of brain injury by nearly 90 percent. The new Columbus Youth Bicycle Helmet Ordinance requires everyone under the age of 18 to wear a helmet while using a bike, scooter, skateboard or in-line skates.

Jun 23, 2009

David Repaske, MD, PhD, Appointed Chief of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

David Repaske, MD, PhD (43065), has been appointed chief of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. In his role, Dr. Repaske will oversee a comprehensive range of services available in Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes at Nationwide Childrens, including the