Nationwide Children's Events & Announcements

Sep 21, 2008

Media Advisory: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Staff Appreciation Picnic Sunday in Livingston Park

MEDIA ADVISORYWHAT: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Staff Appreciation Picnic Sunday in Livingston ParkThe Skys the Limit Groundbreaking CelebrationWHEN: Sunday, September 21, 2008Noon 2 p.m.

Sep 04, 2008

Healthy Lifestyles Weight Management Program Offered for Parents and Children

Nationwide Childrens Hospital and the YMCA of central Ohio are offering a four-week educational program, Healthy Lifestyles Weight Management. This clinical program, which begins October 7, is designed for children ages 8-12 who struggle with their weight, and for parents who are concerned about

Sep 04, 2008

Mayor, City Council, Nationwide Children Hospitals and Community Partners announce Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Families Initiative

Columbus Mayor Michael B. Coleman today joined with City Council President Michael C. Mentel, Councilmember Charleta B. Tavares, Nationwide Childrens Hospital CEO Dr. Steve Allen and community leaders to announce the Healthy Neighborhoods, Healthy Families (HNHF) initiative.

Sep 04, 2008

Nationwide Children's Hospital Honors 2008 Career Contribution Award Recipients

Nationwide Childrens Hospital staff and friends gathered last evening Wednesday, September 3 to honor two recipients of the 2008 Career Contribution Awards. The special distinction is awarded by Nationwide Childrens medical staff to a select few of its most highly respected peers.

Aug 29, 2008

Program benefits children 6 to 10 years who struggle with their weight

The Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Childrens Hospital introduces the New U Jr. Program a 10-week Medical Lifestyle Behavior Change Program designed for children 6 to 10 years who struggle with their weight.* The program includes individualized care; nutrition counsel; fun and

Aug 29, 2008

Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Offers New U Jr. Program

The Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Childrens Hospital introduces the New U Jr. Program a 10-week Medical Lifestyle Behavior Change Program designed for children 6 to 10 years who struggle with their weight.* The program includes individualized care; nutrition counsel; fun and

Aug 22, 2008

Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Newest CDC Injury Control Research Center

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has selected the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Childrens Hospital to become the agencys newest Injury Control Research Center.

Aug 19, 2008

Steven Cuff Joins Sports Medicine at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Steven Cuff, MD, FAAP (43212), has been appointed as the newest physician in Sports Medicine at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Dr. Cuff will assist in treating injured athletes to make a healthy recovery and return to their sport in a timely manner.

Aug 18, 2008

Jonathan Wispe, MD, Appointed Associate Chief of Neonatology at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Jonathan Wispe, MD (45235), has been appointed associate chief of Neonatology at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Dr. Wispe will assume the administrative and leadership activities for the Neonatology clinical programs and faculty at Nationwide Childrens.

Jul 15, 2008

Center for Injury Research and Policy Applauds Passage of Youth Bicycle Helmet Ordinance in Columbus, Ohio

In a move that will reduce bicycle-related injuries and deaths and promote safe bicycling for children in the city of Columbus, last night City Council passed a youth bicycle helmet ordinance that will require children to wear bicycle helmets when they ride.