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Meet Our Team
Our Neurosurgery team includes surgeons, nurse practitioners and nurses who provide expert, individualized care for each child.
Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship
The Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship is a one-year program, with the option of a second year, that offers physicians surgical, clinical and didactic experiences with well-rounded training to prepare for a career in pediatric neurosurgery.
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Rapid Access and Appointment Scheduling
Neurosurgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers rapid scheduling for clinic appointments and operations.
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Neurosurgery
From the most complex brain and spinal disorders requiring the most challenging interventions to more common conditions and procedures, our expert team of pediatric neurosurgeons and neurosurgery nurse practitioners offers the complete spectrum of multidisciplinary care.
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Leonard Appointed Chief of Neurosurgery at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Jeffrey R. Leonard, MD, has been appointed Chief of Neurosurgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and is slated to arrive late spring. “I am extremely pleased to announce Dr. Leonard as our new Neurosurgery Chief,” said R.
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Neurology & Neurosurgery Program Highlights
View highlights from our Neurology and Neurosurgery services at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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What to Expect
Learn more about what to expect before, during and after your visit with Neurosurgery.
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Meet Our Fellows
Learn more about the current fellow of the Pediatric Neurosurgery Fellowship at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Neurosciences Center
When your child needs a hospital, everything matters. Children and adolescents with brain, spine and peripheral nervous system disorders need the best medical care.
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Neurosurgical OR
Our operating rooms are equipped with leading edge technology that allows surgeons to see deep into the brain in the most minimally-invasive ways possible.
Pediatric Neurocritical Care Fellowship
The Pediatric Neurocritical Care Fellowship is a one-year program that offers a comprehensive training experience in diverse clinical services, a structured research experience and a thorough academic curriculum.
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Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy Program
The Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is offered to patients from around the country experiencing spasticity – a condition that causes stiff, tight muscles that can’t be controlled because of a problem with the signals the brain sends (or doesn’t send) to the nerves.
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Neurology
We offer comprehensive, family-centered care from renowned experts in pediatric neurology. We participate in clinical and scientific research programs, and our faculty members play prominent roles in national and international neurological organizations.
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Kosnik Named Neurosurgeon of the Year
Edward J. Kosnik, MD, FACS, FAAP, associate medical director of the Department of Surgery and chief of the Section of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Nationwide Childrens Hospital, was honored with the Ohio Neurosurgeon of the Year Award by the Ohio State Neurosurgical Society (OSNS) at the Societys
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Jeffrey R Leonard
Jeffrey R. Leonard, MD is the Chief of Neurosurgery and the Surgical Director of the Neuro-Oncology Program.
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Maryam Fouladi, MD, Named Co-Executive Director of Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Program
Dr. Fouladi will continue her extensive work on brain stem gliomas (DIPG) at Nationwide Children’s alongside Jeffrey Leonard, MD, co-executive director of the Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Program and chief of Neurosurgery at Nationwide Children’s.
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Center for Complex Craniofacial Disorders
Whether your child is diagnosed with jaw abnormalities, facial trauma, craniosynostosis, plagiocephaly or Pierre Robin syndrome, our center offers a comprehensive and compassionate approach to care, provided by experts who understand how children grow and heal.
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Isaacs Lab Staff
Learn more about principal investigator Albert Isaacs, MD, PhD, and his dynamic team in the Isaacs Lab.
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Tuberous Sclerosis Clinic
The Tuberous Sclerosis Clinic combines the expertise of pediatric neurologists, geneticists and nephrologists for initial diagnosis and therapy.
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Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)
The Vagus Nerve Stimulator treats epilepsy that is not controlled with medicine. The VNS prevents or lessens the frequency of seizures by sending mild electrical impulses through the vagus nerve to the brain.
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Honda Center for Gait Analysis and Mobility Enhancement
Walking. Moving. Better. At the Honda Center for Gait Analysis and Mobility Enhancement, children and adults with mobility limitations, spinal conditions, neuromuscular disorders and congenital and acquired limb conditions have access to in-depth analysis of their gait and motion.
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3D Printing Lab
The 3D Printing Lab provides personalized diagnostic and treatment solutions for clinicians and patients in a convenient and collaborative in-house setting. The lab uses a variety of imaging data sources to create patient-specific models of any internal anatomy or device that may be used in pre-surgical evaluation or simulation to determine the best management approach.
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Spina Bifida Program
The Spina Bifida Program at Nationwide Children's provides comprehensive, long-term treatment services to individuals with spinal abnormalities.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Once Again Named on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022-2023 Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll. The Honor Roll is a distinction awarded to only 10 children’s hospitals nationwide recognized by U.S. News as the “Best of the Best.”
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Trauma Program Report
Our program's multidisciplinary approach allows us to provide trauma patients with exceptional care and serves as a resource for injury prevention and education for central Ohio and beyond. Learn more in our program report.
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Neuromuscular Disorders Clinic
Patients from across the country come to Nationwide Children's for the specialized care in our Neuromuscular Disorders Clinic. Our team works closely with the patient and their family to diagnose, treat and manage quality of life.
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Spasticity: How to Treat Muscle Tightness and Pain
Spasticity is a muscle control disorder. It causes tight or stiff muscles and an inability for people to control certain muscles. This can make it hard to walk, get dressed or even speak.
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Trauma Program
As one of the largest pediatric ACS verified Level 1 trauma centers in the nation, we are finding the best outcome for every patient we treat. Our Trauma Program ensures expert evaluation, treatment and follow-up for all injured children.
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Ammar Shaikhouni
Ammar Shaikhouni, MD, PhD, is a pediatric neurosurgeon at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and assistant professor of neurological surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
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Jonathan A Pindrik
Jonathan A. Pindrik, MD, is a pediatric neurosurgeon at Nationwide Children's and surgical director of the Epilepsy Surgery Program.
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Neurovascular Services
Neurovascular Services at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provides comprehensive treatment for conditions that affect blood vessels in and around the brain and spine in patients of all ages, from infancy through adulthood.
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Isaacs Lab
The Isaacs Lab, led by Albert Isaacs, MD, PhD, is dedicated to understanding complex cerebrospinal fluid-related neurological conditions, particularly neonatal post-hemorrhagic and postinfectious hydrocephalus.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Named to U.S. News & World Report’s 2020-21 Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll, this year at number 8. The Honor Roll is a distinction awarded to only 10 children’s medical centers nationwide recognized by U.S. News as the “Best of the Best.”
Online Second Opinions
Our team is proud to offer online second opinions for patients everywhere. If you are currently receiving care at another institution and would like a second opinion from experts at Nationwide Children’s, please visit our Online Second Opinion Program.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Recognized Among Best of the Best
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll for the 11th consecutive year. The Honor Roll is a top distinction awarded to only 10 children’s hospitals nationwide.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Marks A Decade as One of the Nation’s Best
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll for the 10th consecutive year. The Honor Roll is a top distinction awarded to only 10 children’s hospitals nationwide recognized by U.S. News as the “Best of the Best.” Nationwide Children’s is ranked sixth on the 2023-24 Honor Roll list.
Febrile Seizures
For most children, fevers cause minor discomfort; but for a few children, fevers can cause seizures. While these seizures are considered benign and self-limiting, a febrile seizure is a terrifying event for most parents and is one of the most common reasons for a trip to the emergency department (ED).
Meet Our Team
Meet our Trauma team.
Epilepsy Surgery Team
Meet the Epilepsy Surgery specialists and clinicians.
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Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is performed through small incisions using miniaturized surgical tools and cameras.
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Nationwide Childrens Specialists Collaborate on Manual of Pediatric Neurology
More than two dozen pediatric specialists from Nationwide Children’s Hospital contributed to the recently released “Manual of Pediatric Neurology,” published by World Scientific Publishing Co.
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Cerebral Palsy Program
Our program emphasizes excellence in clinical care while focusing on international research to improve therapies for children and adults. Our interdisciplinary team works with parents to build a family-centered patient care plan.
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Differentiating Craniosynostosis from Positional Plagiocephaly
The number of infants with head shape deformities has risen over the past several years, likely due to increased awareness of the “Back to Sleep” program. Early diagnosis and treatment of craniosynostosis can improve outcomes and reduce possible adverse effects on brain development.
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What It Means to Be Named One of America’s Top 10 Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News and World Report
Nationwide Children's Hospital has received one of the top public accolades in our field: U.S. News and World Report named us as one of America’s 10 Best Children’s Hospitals as part of its "Honor Roll."
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Craniosynostosis
Craniosynostosis occurs when one or more sutures close early. Early suture closure can cause the skull to grow in an unusual shape. Sometimes, early suture closure can also restrict overall skull growth which may be harmful to the growing brain inside.
Annual Report
Click here to view highlights from the 2023-24 Division Neurology Annual Report.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Once Again Named to Honor Roll List of U.S. News & World Reports Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospital Honor Roll, moving up to #7. This top distinction is awarded to only ten children’s hospitals with the most exceptional performance across the rankings.
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Spine Surgery Helps Girl with Cerebral Palsy Walk
Bhoomi Manjunatha, 5, has been able to rely less on her walker and wheelchair, and more on her own two feet, because of a surgery performed at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Once Again Makes Honor Roll List of U.S. News & World Reports Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again made U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospital Honor Roll, a distinction awarded to only 11 children’s centers nationwide, with exceptional performance in three or more pediatric specialties.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Named to U.S. News & World Report’s 2019-20 Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll at number 7. The Honor Roll is a top distinction awarded to only 10 children’s centers nationwide.
Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship
The Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship is offered by Nationwide Children’s and The Ohio State University and provides cutting-edge experience for pediatric neurologists in clinical neurophysiology and research.
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Modified Measles Virus Shows Potential for Treating Childhood Brain Tumors
The use of modified measles virus may represent a new treatment for a childhood brain tumor known as medulloblastoma, according to a new study appearing in Neuro-Oncology.
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Movement Disorders Clinic
Pediatric movement disorders are complex. They require specialized care as children's bodies and brains develop. Nationwide Children's has one of the few pediatric movement disorders clinics in the U.S. and is staffed with a specially trained pediatric movement disorders neurologist.
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Surgical Services
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Surgical Services is one of the largest children’s surgical programs in the world. Under the umbrella of a unified program, 11 surgical departments share a common mission, philosophy and approach to patient care.
Surgical Programs
Prospective fellows choose Nationwide Children’s for this next stage in their career because the significant volumes of pediatric surgical and medical patients provide fellows with a tremendous breadth of experiences in surgical specialties such as Congenital Cardiac Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery and Neurosurgery.
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Hydrocephalus: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prenatal Interventions
The diagnosis of hydrocephalus, often described as "water on the brain," can be a source of concern and numerous questions for parents. This condition involves an excessive buildup of cerebrospinal fluid within the ventricles of the brain, potentially leading to increased pressure and affecting brain function.
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Jonathan L. Finlay, MB, ChB, FRCP Appointed Director of Neuro-Oncology at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Jonathan L. Finlay, MB, ChB, FRCP, will begin his appointment as director of Neuro-Oncology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital today. In addition to his appointment at Nationwide Children’s, Dr.
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Neuroradiology
Working closely with physicians in neuro-oncology and neurosurgery, our neuroradiologists provide comprehensive examination using the latest CT, PET-CT, and MRI equipment in a safe and comfortable environment for patients and their families.
Pediatric Stroke Fellowship
The Pediatric Stroke Fellowship is a one-year program for post-graduate physicians interested in expanding their training and knowledge in the diagnosis, care and treatment of pediatric stroke patients.
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Speak with the Team
Please complete the following information to help us determine if your child is a candidate for selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR). Completing this form may take several minutes and may be difficult to do from a mobile device.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Makes Honor Roll List of U.S. News & World Reports 2012-13 Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has made U.S. News & World Report’s Honor Roll list of the 2012-13 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2018-19 Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again been named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll at number seven. Honor Roll is a top distinction, awarded to only 10 children’s hospitals nationally.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Ranks Among the Best in all Categories Surveyed in U.S.News & World Reports 2008 Edition of Americas Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Childrens Hospital ranked in all seven pediatric specialties surveyed in the new, expanded U.S.News and World Reports listing of Americas Best Childrens Hospitals published online at www.usnews.com/pediatrics and in the magazines June 9 issue, on newsstands Monday, June 2.
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Intracranial Hypertension Clinic
The recognition of idiopathic intracranial hypertension in children has increased dramatically. We are leading the response to this trend with the development of a multidisciplinary clinic for the specialized diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care of these unique children.
Neuro-Oncology Comprehensive Clinic
Focusing on the needs of children, adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer of the central nervous system.
Outpatient Care
Nationwide Children's Hospital – Toledo gives you access to primary care and virtual health care options. We also provide care in many specialty areas, including emergency and trauma care, physical therapy, care for children with autism and surgical services.
Epilepsy Surgery Fellowship
The Epilepsy Surgery Fellowship is a one-year program for child neurologists who are board-certified or board-eligible in clinical neurophysiology or epilepsy and pursuing additional epilepsy surgery training.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Once Again Named on U.S. News & World Report’s 2021-22 Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been named once again to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll. The Honor Roll is a distinction awarded to only 10 children’s medical centers nationwide recognized by U.S. News as the “Best of the Best.”
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Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Twin girls born joined at the pelvic and hip region are recovering after separation surgery Thursday, Sept. 3, at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Center for Comprehensive Spine Care
The Spine Program at Nationwide Children's focuses on managing congenital, developmental and neuromuscular-related spine conditions. Our approach provides a long-term treatment plan of surgical or non-surgical interventions that will allow for optimal skeletal growth.
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Neuro-Oncology
Our highly experienced and internationally recognized team of pediatric neuro-oncologists, neurosurgeons and neuroradiologists will care for your child by providing the most advanced and innovative treatments, while at the same time, paying careful attention to all the needs and concerns of your child and family.
Gene Therapy Fellowship
The Gene Therapy Fellowship provides a unique training opportunity to experience cutting-edge trials at the Jerry R. Mendell Center for Gene Therapy at Nationwide Children’s for translational research in neuromuscular disease.
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Complex Epilepsy Clinic
The Complex Epilepsy Clinic works with patients and their families to identify treatment options when they are not eligible for surgery and have not become seizure-free after being on at least two different medications.
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Psychology
Pediatric Psychology experts provide care to children who have a brief or long-term medical condition. Behavior assessments and intervention services for children and their families helping in learning positive coping skills and ways to manage their physical condition.
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Epilepsy Surgery
Epilepsy Surgery services at Nationwide Children’s involves a team of specialists to care for the clinical, surgical and psychosocial needs of children with difficult to control epilepsy. Epilepsy surgery may dramatically improve the quality of life for these children and is the only potential cure.
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The Fetal Center
The Fetal Center offers advanced diagnostic, treatment and recovery options for families facing complex birth defects. We are devoted to improving neonatal outcomes for most fetal complications while supporting you along the way.
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Our Clinics
We provide high quality, accessible care for children with emotional, behavioral and developmental disorders. Learn about our clinics and specialty programs.
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Anne M. Connolly, MD, Named Division Chief of Neurology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Anne M. Connolly, MD, has joined Nationwide Children’s Hospital as division chief of Neurology and a member of the Center for Gene Therapy.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Neurologists Author Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring Book
A new book entitled “Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring” has been published by Cambridge University Press, co-authored by Nationwide Children’s Hospital Pediatric Neurologists Gloria M. Galloway, MD, and Khaled M. Zamel, MD; Marc R. Nuwer, MD, of UCLA; and Jaime R.
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Ranks in All Ten Specialties in U.S. News Media Group's 2011-2012 Best Children's Hospitals Rankings
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been ranked in all 10 specialties in U.S. News Media Group’s Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, now available online at www.usnews.com/childrenshospitals.
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Formerly Conjoined Twins Find Separate Strides
Two-year-old twins Acen and Apio Akello, born conjoined, are now walking and playing independently thanks to specialists at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Healthy and happy, the girls recently returned to their home country of Uganda.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospitals Pediatric Trauma Center Re-verified
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has received a three-year re-verification as a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center by the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
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Columbus Children's Hospital's Pediatric Trauma Center Reverified
The Trauma Center at Columbus Childrens Hospital has received a three-year re-verification as a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center by the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
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Satya Gedela, MD, Named Medical Director of Epilepsy Surgery at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Satya Gedela, MD, MRCP(UK), pediatric neurologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has recently been named medical director of the Epilepsy Surgery Program. As medical director of Epilepsy Surgery, Dr.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opens New MRI Suite Featuring a One-of-a-kind Layout
As technology continues to change and grow, Nationwide Children’s Hospital is keeping pace by unveiling a new combined operative and diagnostic MRI suite.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opens New MRI Suite Featuring a One-of-a-kind Layout
As technology continues to change and grow, Nationwide Children’s Hospital is keeping pace by unveiling a new combined operative and diagnostic MRI suite.
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CareLink
Nationwide Children’s CareLink is a free, web-based application available to community providers. It offers external physicians and support staff read-only access to patient electronic medical records in real-time.
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Study supports virotherapy as a potential treatment for brain tumors
A new study provides additional evidence of the efficacy of virotherapy for glioblastoma, the most deadly type of brain tumor. The research findings, published Feb. 1, 2022, in Clinical Cancer Research, indicate that an oncolytic herpes simplex virus, G207, appears to boost immune response and that this is associated with better overall survival for patients with glioblastoma.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Earns National Distinction as a Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Team
The Commission on the Approval of Teams of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA) and the Cleft Palate Foundation (CPF) recently voted to fully approve the Cleft Lip and Palate Center and the Center for Complex Craniofacial Disorders at Nationwide Children’s Hospital as a
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Roach Appointed Editor-in-Chief of Renowned Journal
E. Steve Roach, MD, Chief of Neurology and Vice-Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of the prestigious Pediatric Neurology journal, effective January 2013.
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E. Steve Roach, MD, Honored with 2015 Hower Award from the Child Neurology Society
E. Steve Roach, MD, Chief of Neurology and Vice-Chair of Pediatrics at Nationwide Children's Hospital, has been named the recipient of the 2015 Hower Award by the Child Neurology Society.
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Dr. Maya Spaeth Joins Nationwide Childrens Hospital Plastic Surgery Team and Brings New Service to Program
Maya Spaeth, MD, joined Nationwide Children’s Hospital in September as co-director of the Hand, Microsurgery and Brachial Plexus Program within the section of Plastic Surgery.
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Roach Elected President-Elect of Child Neurology Society
E. Steve Roach, MD, Chief of Neurology at Nationwide Children's Hospital, has been elected President-Elect of the Child Neurology Society (CNS). The CNS is the professional association of pediatric neurologists in the United States, Canada and throughout the world whose mission is to foster the
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Awards and Recognition
Medical staff leadership would like to acknowledge physicians for recently receiving positive comments from patients and families.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Again Ranks in All Specialties in U.S. News & World Reports 2013-14 Best Childrens Hospitals Rankings
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has again been ranked in all 10 specialties in U.S. News & World Report’s 2013-14 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings. Nationwide Children’s ranked in all 10 specialties, including four specialties ranked in the top 10.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Fifth Annual International Central Nervous System Germ Cell Tumor Conference
MEDIA ADVISORY WHAT: Fifth Annual International Central Nervous System Germ Cell Tumor Conference hosted by Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Germ cells are a specific cell that grows during the development of a fetus. These cells go on to become sperm in the testicles or eggs in the ovaries.
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Residents, Fellows, Attendings...Oh, My! Who Are All These People?
When your child is in the hospital, the number of doctors who will visit during the day and on rounds can be overwhelming. Who are all of these people? Are they real doctors?
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The CCPR Intake Process: Embracing Collaborative Care for Your Child
At CCPR, every step is coordinated with precision, empathy, and a commitment to delivering world-class care. We are not just your healthcare providers; we're your partners in this journey to obtain the very best patient outcomes.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Once Again Makes Honor Roll List of U.S. News & World Reports 2015-16 Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again made U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospital Honor Roll, a distinction awarded to only 12 children’s centers nationwide, by posting high scores in at least three of the 10 specialty rankings.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Makes Honor Roll List of U.S. News & World Reports 2014-15 Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has once again made U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospital Honor Roll, a distinction awarded to only 10 children’s centers nationwide, by posting high scores in at least three of the 10 specialty rankings.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Sees Rise in Children with Pseudotumor Cerebri; Opens Clinic to Treat These Unique Patients
While most headaches in children can be treated with over-the-counter pain medications or lifestyle changes, it is important to pay attention to their symptoms in case they herald something more serious.
Positional Plagiocephaly (Flattened Head)
Positional plagiocephaly is a flat area on the back or on one side of your baby’s head that does not go away on its own.
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Wedemeyer Lab Staff
Learn more about principal investigator Michelle Wedemeyer, MD, PhD, and her dynamic team in the Wedemeyer Lab.
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Brachial Plexus: What You Need to Know About This Childbirth Complication
Each year during the delivery process, about one out of 1,000 babies sustain injury to a network of nerves in their neck called the brachial plexus. Here are the most common questions the experts at our Brachial Plexus Program hear from parents.
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Intraventricular Hemorrhage (IVH)
Although a diagnosis of IVH is serious, it is possible for damaged areas of the brain to regain function later in life.
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Spasticity
Spasticity is a muscle control disorder that involves tight or stiff muscles and an inability to control those muscles. Spasticity affects about 80 percent of people with cerebral palsy and can make normal movement, speech and walking difficult. It can also affect people with traumatic brain injury.
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Brachial Plexus and Nerve Program
The brachial plexus is a network of nerves that controls the arm, shoulder and hand function. Injury during birth, or later trauma, can leave the arm without feeling or movement. Surgery may be necessary. Our experts are ready to evaluate, educate and provide appropriate interventions.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Ranks Among the Best in U.S. News 2009 List of Americas Best Childrens Hospitals
Nationwide Childrens Hospital is proud to be once again ranked in U.S. News 2009 edition of Americas Best Childrens Hospitals published online at www.usnews.com/childrenshospitals and featured in the August issue of U.S.News & World Report, available on newsstands July 21.
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Sribnick Lab
Under the direction of Eric A. Sribnick, MD, PhD, the Sribnick Lab's research focuses on how the body’s immune system responds after traumatic brain injury.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Open New Close To Home Center in Mansfield
Nationwide Children’s Hospital will open a Close To HomeSM Center at 680 Park Avenue West Suite G05 in Mansfield, Ohio, February 1, 2010. The Mansfield Close To HomeSM Center will provide Richland and the surrounding counties with three specialty clinics in pediatric surgery, neurology and
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Cincinnati Childrens and Nationwide Childrens Collaborate to Address Improving Pediatric ADHD Care
Doctors at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and Nationwide Children’s Hospital are collaborating to help pediatricians deliver better care to children with ADHD.
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Intracranial Hypertension (Pseudotumor Cerebri)
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension, sometimes called pseudotumor cerebri, is a condition in which the cerebro-spinal fluid is not able to drain normally.
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Wedemeyer Lab
The Wedemeyer Laboratory seeks to apply state of the art genomics technologies to better understand common neurosurgical disease processes in children and improve the overall neurosurgical care for the children in our community.
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Rehab Outcomes
Our approach to inpatient rehabilitation focuses on the path ahead. Read about our demonstrated differences and outcomes.
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Awards and Recognition
Medical staff leadership would like to acknowledge physicians for recently receiving positive comments from patients and families.
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Awards and Recognition
Comments From Patients and Families about Nationwide Children's Hospital physicians.
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The Fetal Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Celebrates Patient Milestone Following Surgery to Repair Spina bifida Before Birth
(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – During her 20-week ultrasound appointment, Brittany Badenhop learned her baby had spina bifida, a birth defect that occurs during the development of the central nervous system very early on in pregnancy.
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Baby’s Head Shape: Should You Be Concerned?
Bringing a baby home from the hospital can be a scary time for a parent as they navigate the first few months as an expanded family. The list of things to worry about as a child develops can seem endless, and baby’s head shape is a common item on that list.
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Experience and Schedule
Learn more about the anesthesiology fellowship clinical experience, clinical rotations and didactics.
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Referrals and Scheduling
We accept patient referrals and appointment requests through several options. Choose the option that works best for you.
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Center for Surgical Outcomes Research (CSOR)
The mission of CSOR is to improve children's' care through a comprehensive, patient-centered surgical outcomes research program to determine the optimal management of surgical diseases in children.
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Neuropsychology Track
A primary goal is to prepare students for later careers, leadership, and board certification in Clinical Neuropsychology.
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Sign Up for PediatricsOnline
Subscribe to PediatricsOnline, a digital newsletter personalized for the pediatric provider to deliver up-to-date resources, research announcements and more.
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Entrepreneurs for Kids Everywhere
Collaboration between Nationwide Children’s and the robust entrepreneurial community can revolutionize the ways in which we provide quality healthcare for our patients and families.
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Programs & Services
As a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center, we provide comprehensive care for children with severe injuries through a wide array of services.
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Clinical Experience
Learn more about the opportunities offered through out Neonatology Fellowship.
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Columbus Hospital Systems Form Unique 'Columbus Fetal Medicine Collaborative'
The Columbus Fetal Medicine Collaborative has been formed by Mount Carmel Health System, OhioHealth, The Ohio State University Medical Center and Nationwide Children’s Hospital joining together to provide optimal outcomes for high-risk expectant mothers and their babies with suspected fetal
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Neurodevelopmental Research Affinity Group Members
The Neurodevelopmental Research Affinity Group is made up of expects in biobehavioral health, child development, neurology, psychology and more. Learn more about its members.
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Duodenal Atresia
Duodenal atresia is a congenital condition where the duodenum is narrowed or blocked. The duodenum is the first part of the small bowel (intestine). This blockage keeps liquids and food from passing through the stomach into the rest of the intestine. The cause of duodenal atresia is not known.
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Meet Our Rehab Team
Members of the Rehabilitation team work closely to manage each aspect of patient care. Our goal is to enhance the patient’s functional abilities as well as provide support and education to the family.
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Child Life Specialists
Child Life Specialists are trained professionals with expertise in helping children and their families cope with health care experiences.
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Spina Bifida and Myelomeningocele
Spina bifida is a type of neural tube defect, which is a problem with the spinal cord or the structures that cover it.
Clinics and Locations
Our team of experts at Nationwide Children's Hospital - Toledo all work together to care for patients and families across a range of specialty services.
Condition
Dandy-Walker Syndrome
Dandy-Walker Syndrome (DWS) is a congenital condition where the cerebellum does not develop normally. The cerebellum is an area at the back of the brain that controls movement and balance. With DWS, parts of the cerebellum may never develop, may be very small, or may become filled with fluid.