Children’s Colorado Celebrates 500 Lifesaving Heart Transplants

The Heart Institute at Children’s Hospital Colorado performed its 500th pediatric heart transplant, a milestone that only a few centers across the country have reached.

January 2022

Children's Colorado Appoints Inaugural “Mental Health-in-Chief”

Children’s Colorado welcomes Ron-Li Liaw, MD, to her position as the inaugural Mental Health-in-Chief. After declaring a state of emergency for pediatric mental health in May 2021, Children’s Colorado continues to invest more resources to better support the children, youth and families in our region. This new position will help oversee this monumental challenge.

November 2023

First Minimally Invasive MMC Spina Bifida Repair Performed in the Region

The first-ever fetoscopic myelomeningocele (MMC) repair procedure in the region was performed at our Colorado Fetal Care Center. The success of this leading-edge procedure means reduced risk of complications for both expecting patients and babies with MMC.

Update: Children’s Hospital Colorado Files Legal Challenge to Stop TRICARE Reimbursement Changes, Moves Forward with Legislative Action

Children’s Hospital Colorado has filed a legal challenge to the Defense Health Agency’s (DHA) planned federal reimbursement changes to TRICARE, the health care insurance program for uniformed service members, veterans and their families.

August 2023

Eric A.F. Simões, MD, Leads Global Study of Maternal Vaccine for the Prevention of Severe RSV in Infants

Dr. Eric A.F. Simões led a worldwide study for a vaccine to prevent RSV in infants when given to expecting parents.

Recognizing Exceptional Care: Children's Colorado Shines in 5280's Top Docs Issue

The remarkable expertise and compassion of our Children's Colorado providers is inspiring. This dedication has once again merited recognition in 5280 Magazine's annual Top Doctors issue, an incredible 30th appearance.

July 2023