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New Wayfinding Changes

Wayfinding 70x70Seattle Children’s transitioned to a new wayfinding system on Jan. 20, 2013. The new system focuses on the patient and family experience and will unite the main campus with Building Hope – the expansion of the Cancer Care Unit, Critical Care Unit and Emergency Department. Learn more (PDF).

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System Improvement, Science and Scholarly Output Examples from Cincinnati Children’s Emergency Department(1:03:46)
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An Integrative, Family-Based Approach to Childhood Obesity(1:01:21)
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Those Recurring Fevers: What and When to Do the Evaluation(0:55:19)
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Discovering Tomorrow's Cures

 

Academic Annual Report

Read how our doctors and researchers are improving the practice of pediatric medicine.

 
 
Spotlight

 

Pediatric Orthopedics

Seattle Children's is proud to offer the only pediatric orthopedics program in Seattle and surrounding areas.

Upcoming Events

  • March
    Fri
    22

    34th Annual Duncan Seminar: What's New About an Old Diagnosis: Updates in the Care of Children with Cerebral Palsy

    Details

    34th Annual Duncan Seminar: What's New About an Old Diagnosis: Updates in the Care of Children with Cerebral Palsy

    The Duncan Seminar is intended for an interdisciplinary audience, including nurses, physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech pathologists, educators, nutritionists and family members.

    Contact: For more information, see the brochure, which will be available here soon, or contact Marianne Gonterman at 206-987-5318.
    Where: Wright Auditorium, Seattle Children’s, Seattle, WA
  • Thu
    28

    Nature Contact: A Strategy for Children's Health?

    Details

    Nature Contact: A Strategy for Children's Health?

    Howard Frumkin, DrPH, MPH, MD, AB, Dean, School of Public Health and Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, UW

    When: Thursday, Mar 28, 2013, 8 to 9 a.m.
    Where: Wright Auditorium, Seattle Children's
  • April
    Fri
    5

    Aggression Replacement Therapy (ART): Review of Evidence-Based Research and the Basics of Clinical Practice

    Details

    Aggression Replacement Therapy (ART): Review of Evidence-Based Research and the Basics of Clinical Practice

    Psychiatry Grand Rounds. Jacob Towle, MPA, Aggression Replacement Training (ART) Quality Assurance Manager, Juvenile Rehabilitation Administration Central Office; ART Master Trainer.

    Contact: A workshop for CAP-affiliated faculty and staff only will take palce from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration information will be provided at SeattleChildrens.org/healthcare-professionals/education/psychiatry-grand-rounds when available.
    When: Friday, Apr 5, 2013, 8 to 9:20 a.m.
    Where: Wright Auditorium, Seattle Children's
  • Fri
    26

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    Details

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    The renewal course is available to those having current AHA PALS provider status with an issue date not exceeding two years through the end of the month in which the card was issued. Current BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is highly recommended for all participants.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Friday, Apr 26, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:35 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Sat
    27

    HeartCode PALS Parts 1 and 2 Online and In-Class PALS Course

    Details

    HeartCode PALS Parts 1 and 2 Online and In-Class PALS Course

    The American Heart Association 2012 edition Heart Code PALS Online Part 1 is perfect for the experienced pediatric healthcare provider with savvy computer simulation skills and who has class time limitations. It is an appropriate option for the PALS Renewal Course. The online portion takes 6–12 hours. The Part 2 in-class Practical Evaluation for skills and team approach time is 3.5 hours. Because, at this time, our Seattle Children’s computers do not support the minimum strength of system, you need to have access to a personal or alternate work computer. At this time Seattle Children’s contract nurses will continue to register for the one-day PALS Renewal Course.

    Contact: For more information and to register, please visit SeattleChildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Apr 27, 2013, 12:30 to 3:45 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children’s, NE 70th St. and Sand Point Way NE, Seattle
  • Sat
    27

    PALS Instructor Course

    Details

    PALS Instructor Course

    Experienced PALS providers train to become new PALS instructors by integrating learning and teaching principles with mentored practice teaching during the concurrent PALS Provider Course. Limited registration. Acceptance only by complete application.

    Contact: To learn more, call Annette Voeller-Starheim at the PALS office at 206-987-5319.
    When: Saturday, Apr 27, 2013, and Sunday, April 28
  • Sat
    27

    Two-Day PALS Provider Course

    Details

    Two-Day PALS Provider Course

    The two-day provider course is for those taking the American Heart Association/American Academy of Pediatrics PALS course for the first time, or for whose provider status has expired.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Apr 27, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., and Sunday, April 28, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Mon
    29

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Details

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Learn concepts and skills of neonatal resuscitation through guided practice and simulation with expert instructors. All participants register for a Provider course, including those wishing to renew their NRP provider status. All learners take the online NRP examination prior to the course, enabling us to use course time for skills review and team resuscitation scenarios using a state-of-the-art neonatal simulator.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/NRP.
    Where: Institute for Simulation and Interprofessional Studies, University of Washington Medical Center Surgery Pavilion, 1959 NE Pacific St., Seattle, WA 98195-6410
  • May
    Fri
    3

    PEARS Course

    Details

    PEARS Course

    PEARS is designed for healthcare providers who see pediatric patients but do not take PALS because it is beyond their scope of practice. The main focus of PEARS is prevention and, specifically, the assessment, recognition and stabilization of pediatric victims at risk for shock, respiratory distress and cardiopulmonary failure. The course includes video-based instruction, instructor-led discussions and the opportunity for participants to practice assessment, recognition and stabilization skills using different scenarios in a team concept environment.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/pears.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Fri
    3

    The PANDAS Subtype of Childhood-Onset Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Continued Controversy? Or Case Closed?

    Details

    The PANDAS Subtype of Childhood-Onset Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: Continued Controversy? Or Case Closed?

    Psychiatry Grand Rounds. Susan Swedo, MD, Chief, Pediatrics and Developmental Neuropsychiatry Branch, National Institute of Mental Health.

    Contact: Visit SeattleChildrens.org/healthcare-professionals/education/psychiatry-grand-rounds for more information.
    When: Friday, May 3, 2013, 8 to 9:20 a.m.
    Where: Wright Auditorium, Seattle Children's
  • Wed
    8

    2013 K-20 Statewide Interactive Teleconference

    Details

    2013 K-20 Statewide Interactive Teleconference

    Seattle Children’s Outreach Education in collaboration with the Department of Health's Children with Special Health Care Needs Program and the OSPI (Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction) presents this three-hour program for school health professionals. It will be accessible via video teleconference on the K-20 statewide technology network across Washington state.

    Contact: For more information, see the brochure, which will be available here soon, or contact Marianne Gonterman at 206-987-5318.
    Where: Wright Auditorium, Seattle Children’s, Seattle, WA
  • June
    Sat
    1

    Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology: Pearls for Clinical Practice

    Details

    Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology: Pearls for Clinical Practice

    Please join us for this one-day course providing up-to-date information along with practical evaluation and management strategies for children who present in the primary care setting with pediatric gastrointestinal and hepatic diseases. The curriculum includes lectures, interactive workshops and an opportunity to discuss issues and specific cases with our gastroenterology and hepatology experts.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit SeattleChildrens.org/CME.
    Where: Wright Auditorium, Seattle Children's Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105
  • Fri
    7

    Current Issues in Sport Concussion

    Details

    Current Issues in Sport Concussion

    Psychiatry Grand Rounds. David Breiger, PhD and David Coppel, PhD, Professors of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington.

    Contact: Visit SeattleChildrens.org/healthcare-professionals/education/psychiatry-grand-rounds for more information.
    When: Friday, Jun 7, 2013, 8 to 9:20 a.m.
    Where: Wright Auditorium, Seattle Children's
  • Mon
    24

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Details

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Learn concepts and skills of neonatal resuscitation through guided practice and simulation with expert instructors. All participants register for a Provider course, including those wishing to renew their NRP provider status. All learners take the online NRP examination prior to the course, enabling us to use course time for skills review and team resuscitation scenarios using a state-of-the-art neonatal simulator.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/NRP.
    Where: Institute for Simulation and Interprofessional Studies, University of Washington Medical Center Surgery Pavilion, 1959 NE Pacific St., Seattle, WA 98195-6410
  • Fri
    28

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    Details

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    The renewal course is available to those having current AHA PALS provider status with an issue date not exceeding two years through the end of the month in which the card was issued. Current BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is highly recommended for all participants.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Friday, Jun 28, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:35 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Sat
    29

    HeartCode PALS Parts 1 and 2 Online and In-Class PALS Course

    Details

    HeartCode PALS Parts 1 and 2 Online and In-Class PALS Course

    The American Heart Association 2012 edition Heart Code PALS Online Part 1 is perfect for the experienced pediatric healthcare provider with savvy computer simulation skills and who has class time limitations. It is an appropriate option for the PALS Renewal Course. The online portion takes 6–12 hours. The Part 2 in-class Practical Evaluation for skills and team approach time is 3.5 hours. Because, at this time, our Seattle Children’s computers do not support the minimum strength of system, you need to have access to a personal or alternate work computer. At this time Seattle Children’s contract nurses will continue to register for the one-day PALS Renewal Course.

    Contact: For more information and to register, please visit SeattleChildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Jun 29, 2013, 12:30 to 3:45 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children’s, NE 70th St. and Sand Point Way NE, Seattle
  • Sat
    29

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    Details

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    The renewal course is available to those having current AHA PALS provider status with an issue date not exceeding two years through the end of the month in which the card was issued. Current BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is highly recommended for all participants.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Jun 29, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:35 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Sat
    29

    Two-Day PALS Provider Course

    Details

    Two-Day PALS Provider Course

    The two-day provider course is for those taking the American Heart Association/American Academy of Pediatrics PALS course for the first time, or for whose provider status has expired.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Jun 29, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., and Sunday, June 30, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • July
    Mon
    15

    NRP Hospital-Based Instructor Course

    Details

    NRP Hospital-Based Instructor Course

    The NRP instructor's role has changed from "teacher" to "learning facilitator." This Hospital-Based Instructor course prepares new instructors to conduct 6th edition NRP Provider courses which use a simulation-based curriculum. Instructor-trainees will learn to guide NRP students through acquisition of resuscitation skills; learn to create and conduct scenarios using tactile, visual and auditory cues; and conduct effective debriefings. The course also covers the administrative tasks within the NRP instructor's role. Registrants must meet eligibility requirements, and complete course prerequisites, as stipulated by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/NRP.
    When: Monday, Jul 15, 2013, and July 16
  • Fri
    19

    Ninth Annual Pediatric Bioethics Conference: Cases That Keep Us Awake at Night: Challenges in Pediatric Bioethics

    Details

    Ninth Annual Pediatric Bioethics Conference: Cases That Keep Us Awake at Night: Challenges in Pediatric Bioethics

    Seattle Children’s Ninth Annual Pediatric Bioethics Conference will take place in Seattle on July 19 and 20, 2013.

    Contact: Visit seattlechildrens.org/pediatric-bioethics-conference for more information.
  • Sat
    20

    Ninth Annual Pediatric Bioethics Conference: Cases That Keep Us Awake at Night: Challenges in Pediatric Bioethics

    Details

    Ninth Annual Pediatric Bioethics Conference: Cases That Keep Us Awake at Night: Challenges in Pediatric Bioethics

    Seattle Children’s Ninth Annual Pediatric Bioethics Conference will take place in Seattle on July 19 and 20, 2013.

    Contact: Visit seattlechildrens.org/pediatric-bioethics-conference for more information.
  • August
    Mon
    5

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Details

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Learn concepts and skills of neonatal resuscitation through guided practice and simulation with expert instructors. All participants register for a Provider course, including those wishing to renew their NRP provider status. All learners take the online NRP examination prior to the course, enabling us to use course time for skills review and team resuscitation scenarios using a state-of-the-art neonatal simulator.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/NRP.
    Where: Institute for Simulation and Interprofessional Studies, University of Washington Medical Center Surgery Pavilion, 1959 NE Pacific St., Seattle, WA 98195-6410
  • September
    Fri
    6

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    Details

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    The renewal course is available to those having current AHA PALS provider status with an issue date not exceeding two years through the end of the month in which the card was issued. Current BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is highly recommended for all participants.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Friday, Sep 6, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:35 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Sat
    7

    HeartCode PALS Parts 1 and 2 Online and In-Class PALS Course

    Details

    HeartCode PALS Parts 1 and 2 Online and In-Class PALS Course

    The American Heart Association 2012 edition Heart Code PALS Online Part 1 is perfect for the experienced pediatric healthcare provider with savvy computer simulation skills and who has class time limitations. It is an appropriate option for the PALS Renewal Course. The online portion takes 6–12 hours. The Part 2 in-class Practical Evaluation for skills and team approach time is 3.5 hours. Because, at this time, our Seattle Children’s computers do not support the minimum strength of system, you need to have access to a personal or alternate work computer. At this time Seattle Children’s contract nurses will continue to register for the one-day PALS Renewal Course.

    Contact: For more information and to register, please visit SeattleChildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Sep 7, 2013, 12:30 to 3:45 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children’s, NE 70th St. and Sand Point Way NE, Seattle
  • Sat
    7

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    Details

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    The renewal course is available to those having current AHA PALS provider status with an issue date not exceeding two years through the end of the month in which the card was issued. Current BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is highly recommended for all participants.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Sep 7, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:35 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Sat
    7

    One-Day PALS Provider Course for Physicians and Advanced Practitioners

    Details

    One-Day PALS Provider Course for Physicians and Advanced Practitioners

    This course is designed for the experienced healthcare provider who has a firm knowledge base of assessment and management of respiratory failure, shock and cardiac rhythm disturbances with advanced resuscitation of infants and children, including skills in advanced airway management, vascular access, performance of basic life support, cardiac rhythm recognition and electrical and medical therapy. Recommended audience: Physicians and advanced-practice health professionals (ARNP, PA, CNA).

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Sep 7, 2013, 8 a.m. to 6:10 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • October
    Mon
    7

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Details

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Learn concepts and skills of neonatal resuscitation through guided practice and simulation with expert instructors. All participants register for a Provider course, including those wishing to renew their NRP provider status. All learners take the online NRP examination prior to the course, enabling us to use course time for skills review and team resuscitation scenarios using a state-of-the-art neonatal simulator.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/NRP.
    Where: Institute for Simulation and Interprofessional Studies, University of Washington Medical Center Surgery Pavilion, 1959 NE Pacific St., Seattle, WA 98195-6410
  • Tue
    22

    PEARS Course

    Details

    PEARS Course

    PEARS is designed for healthcare providers who see pediatric patients but do not take PALS because it is beyond their scope of practice. The main focus of PEARS is prevention and, specifically, the assessment, recognition and stabilization of pediatric victims at risk for shock, respiratory distress and cardiopulmonary failure. The course includes video-based instruction, instructor-led discussions and the opportunity for participants to practice assessment, recognition and stabilization skills using different scenarios in a team concept environment.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/pears.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • November
    Fri
    1

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    Details

    PALS Renewal Update Course

    The renewal course is available to those having current AHA PALS provider status with an issue date not exceeding two years through the end of the month in which the card was issued. Current BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is highly recommended for all participants.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Friday, Nov 1, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:35 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Sat
    2

    HeartCode PALS Parts 1 and 2 Online and In-Class PALS Course

    Details

    HeartCode PALS Parts 1 and 2 Online and In-Class PALS Course

    The American Heart Association 2012 edition Heart Code PALS Online Part 1 is perfect for the experienced pediatric healthcare provider with savvy computer simulation skills and who has class time limitations. It is an appropriate option for the PALS Renewal Course. The online portion takes 6–12 hours. The Part 2 in-class Practical Evaluation for skills and team approach time is 3.5 hours. Because, at this time, our Seattle Children’s computers do not support the minimum strength of system, you need to have access to a personal or alternate work computer. At this time Seattle Children’s contract nurses will continue to register for the one-day PALS Renewal Course.

    Contact: For more information and to register, please visit SeattleChildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Nov 2, 2013, 12:30 to 3:45 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children’s, NE 70th St. and Sand Point Way NE, Seattle
  • Sat
    2

    PALS Instructor Course

    Details

    PALS Instructor Course

    Experienced PALS providers train to become new PALS instructors by integrating learning and teaching principles with mentored practice teaching during the concurrent PALS Provider Course. Limited registration. Acceptance only by complete application.

    Contact: To learn more, call Annette Voeller-Starheim at the PALS office at 206-987-5319.
    When: Saturday, Nov 2, 2013, and Sunday, November 3
  • Sat
    2

    Two-Day PALS Provider Course

    Details

    Two-Day PALS Provider Course

    The two-day provider course is for those taking the American Heart Association/American Academy of Pediatrics PALS course for the first time, or for whose provider status has expired.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/PALS.
    When: Saturday, Nov 2, 2013, 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., and Sunday, November 3, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
    Where: Seattle Children's, 6901 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115
  • Mon
    4

    NRP Hospital-Based Instructor Course

    Details

    NRP Hospital-Based Instructor Course

    The NRP instructor's role has changed from "teacher" to "learning facilitator." This Hospital-Based Instructor course prepares new instructors to conduct 6th edition NRP Provider courses which use a simulation-based curriculum. Instructor-trainees will learn to guide NRP students through acquisition of resuscitation skills; learn to create and conduct scenarios using tactile, visual and auditory cues; and conduct effective debriefings. The course also covers the administrative tasks within the NRP instructor's role. Registrants must meet eligibility requirements, and complete course prerequisites, as stipulated by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/NRP.
    When: Monday, Nov 4, 2013, and November 5
  • December
    Mon
    2

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Details

    Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Course

    Learn concepts and skills of neonatal resuscitation through guided practice and simulation with expert instructors. All participants register for a Provider course, including those wishing to renew their NRP provider status. All learners take the online NRP examination prior to the course, enabling us to use course time for skills review and team resuscitation scenarios using a state-of-the-art neonatal simulator.

    Contact: For more information and to register, visit Seattlechildrens.org/NRP.
    Where: Institute for Simulation and Interprofessional Studies, University of Washington Medical Center Surgery Pavilion, 1959 NE Pacific St., Seattle, WA 98195-6410

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