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On October 24th ,2026, St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children's Patient and Family Advisory Council hosted the second annual Medically Complex Resource Fair. The event was a suc...
Events
Make Halloween fun and accessible for every child. Discover practical tips for creating an inclusive Halloween experience that accommodates sensory, physical, and developmental needs ...
Employee Spotlight
Meet Carina Rodriguez, Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow, and learn about her inspiring journey, career growth, and passion for patient-centered care at St. Mary's.
System News
St. Mary’s Hospital for Children received a $7,500 enCourage Kids Foundation grant to enhance MDHC activity rooms with adaptive and sensory-friendly upgrades.
System News
St. Mary’s Hospital for Children received a $2,500 Children’s Hospital Play Grant from The Toy Foundation to support therapeutic play, child life programs, and enriching activitie...
Volunteers
Meet Mona Elzahab, a volunteer whose creativity and compassion have built a powerful bond beyond words at St. Mary’s.
Employee Spotlight
Meet Chloe Kang, a Special Education Teacher at St. Mary’s Special Needs Preschool, and learn how her compassion, teamwork, and dedication support students and families.
Nutrition
Discover how pears support digestion, heart health, and wellness—and how traditional pear remedies can soothe the throat.
Nutrition
In honor of National Nutrition Month, the St. Mary’s Clinical Nutrition Team is highlighting simple, everyday habits that can have a lasting impact on health. One of those habits? H...
Events
Are you joining us Sunday, May 17th, for our Annual Big Hearts Walk for St. Mary’s Kids? Read below to learn the latest updates and be prepared for the big day.
Employee Spotlight
At St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children, our team is the heart of everything we do. This month, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on Kristie Chan, a dedicated Registered Nurse...
System News
11.11.2025
We’re proud to share that Gila Kaplun, Manager of the Applications, Data, and Integrations team at St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children, will be joining an esteem...