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St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

Located in Philadelphia, PA, and owned by Tower Health and Drexel University in partnership, St. Christopher’s is a 180-bed Children’s Hospital. St.
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A leader in pediatric care since 1875, St. Christopher's Hospital for Children's nationally recognized programs and pediatric specialists provide exceptional care to children from throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and around the world. The mission of St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is to provide quality pediatric services in a caring, progressive environment. Christopher's Hospital

is committed to quality through teamwork, technology and service in a child-friendly, family-oriented environment.

06/01/2026

✨Keeping Kids Safe on the Roads: Free Community Car Seat Safety-Check Event! ✨

The St. Chris Trauma & Injury Prevention Program’s is hosting its annual free Community Car Seat Safety event, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday, June 6 in the hospital’s parking garage.

Staff will work with parents (and parents-to-be) to do a safety check on their car seats, review safe travel practices for kids, provide hands-on guidance on proper car-seat installation and use, and go over steps to ensure that everyone in the vehicle is safely buckled up for every trip.

Flyers with QR codes for easy registration are available in English and Spanish. Please join us!

05/31/2026

At St. Christopher's, we go above and beyond to make sure every child’s smile is cared for. For children with complex or neurodiverse needs, our dental team works closely with pediatric anesthesia, oral surgery, ENT, cardiology and other specialties to coordinate care in one visit whenever possible.

By combining dental treatment with other needed procedures or testing under a carefully tailored anesthesia plan, we help reduce stress, limit repeated anesthesia exposure, and make care easier for families.

Less stress. Less risk. More reasons to smile.

This National Smile Day, help us keep those smiles coming.

Donate today: givestchris.org/dental

05/22/2026

It was a magical night: the annual St. Christopher's Oncology Prom for kids facing serious medical issues. St. Chris and the Dunkin' Joy In Childhood Foundation hosted the Snow White-themed "Mirror Mirror" event, where prom-goers received the full experience of dinner, a DJ, dancing, a photo booth, crafts, games, gift bags, and more.

This event helps fill the gap for patients who may miss their prom due to health issues. It’s also an opportunity for their siblings and parents to celebrate with them. We are grateful to the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation for its support, and to all the volunteers who helped bring this wonderful event to life.

05/21/2026

National Trauma Survivors Day honors the strength, determination, and resilience of children recovering from traumatic injuries and events, alongside their families and caregivers.

Yesterday, the Trauma Survivors Network Chapter at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children hosted a sidewalk fair for childhood trauma survivors and their families, featuring activities to celebrate resilience, share survivor stories, and connect with local community resources to support their healing journey.

The day aimed to foster hope, celebrate recovery, raise awareness, and provide the kids with a little fun, including the opportunity to plant a flower at a potting table to take home, in recognition of their healing journeys. 💙

05/13/2026

Join us for the 13th Annual Bike Safety Rodeo at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children! 🚲

Bring your bike or scooter from home and enjoy a fun-filled day of bike safety activities, helmet fitting and decorating, bike repair, a chalk obstacle course, smoothies, prizes, and more.

Saturday, May 16, 2026
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Parking Lot
160 East Erie Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19134

Free bike helmets will be available for the first 150 attendees. We hope to see you there!

05/11/2026

Congratulations to all of the St. Chris graduate medical education physicians and medical students who showed off their work at our annual Research Day. The event is an opportunity to recognize and showcase outstanding scholarly work.

Research Day reflects St. Chris’s strong commitment to supporting the academic and professional growth of our medical team. The presentations and discussions highlighted the curiosity, rigor, and passion that drive innovation and elevate the care we provide to our patients and families.

05/07/2026

As we celebrate National Nurses Week, we’re letting our incredible nurses know how much we appreciate the work they do. 💙

One of the ways we’ve shown our appreciation was with a cart filled with gifts and treats, delivered to the units by our Acting President and Chief Nursing Officer, Claire Alminde, MSN, RN, and our nursing leadership.

We’re so thankful for our amazing nurses, and grateful for the difference their skill and compassion makes in the lives of our patients and their families, each and every day.

05/06/2026

At St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, our nurses go beyond expert care—they are compassionate partners, dedicated advocates, and a steady source of comfort for patients and their families. 💙

During (May 6–12), we celebrate the incredible nurses whose expertise and genuine connection make a meaningful difference every day. Their skill, commitment, and compassion shine through in every interaction and throughout every step of the care journey.

We were honored to recognize these outstanding professionals during our Annual Nursing Awards—celebrating the compassion, excellence, and impact they bring to our hospital every day.

Thank you to our St. Chris nurses for all you do! 👏👏👏

05/01/2026

It was a touching evening this week, when families who made the life-saving decision to donate their late child’s organs to help save others were celebrated in a ceremony honoring their courage and selflessness.

The event was part of St. Christopher’s National Donate Life Month activities to raise awareness of the importance of organ donation.

Nationally, almost 1,900 children received lifesaving transplants in 2025, matched from nearly 900 pediatric organ donors. Right now, there are more than 2,200 children on the national transplant waiting list. More than 700 children waiting for a donor organ are under 6 years old.

Learn more and sign up to be a donor at donors1.org/register.

04/30/2026

Meet Fergus!

Believe it or not, at 120 pounds, this super-friendly Dogue de Bordeaux Mastiff was the “runt of the litter”… but around here, he’s a very big and beloved part of the care team.

On National Therapy Animal Day, we’re celebrating the comfort, connection, and smiles that Fergus and our pet therapy volunteers bring to patients and families every day. From easing anxiety to brightening tough moments, their impact goes far beyond what words can describe.

Support programs like this and the care we provide by visiting the link below and selecting “Therapy Dog” from the dropdown menu.

givestchris.org

Address

160 E Erie Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19134

Telephone

+12154275000

Website

https://www.towerhealth.org/locations/st-christophers-hospital-children

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