Rady Children's Health - San Diego

Rady Children's Health - San Diego Bringing compassion, innovation, and worldclass pediatric care so children have the chance to turn their brightest dreams into reality.

Ranked as one of the 10 best children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News and World Report in 2024, Rady Children’s Hospital includes a 511-bed pediatric hospital that serves as the largest provider of comprehensive pediatric medical services in San Diego, southern Riverside and Imperial counties. With more than 40 locations, Rady Children’s is the only health system in the San Diego area dedic

ated exclusively to pediatric health care and is the region’s only designated pediatric trauma center. Rady Children’s is a nonprofit organization that relies on donations to support its mission. For more information, visit rchsd.org.

09/02/2026

The little things that make a big difference. 💙

This , meet our NICU nurses and the everyday items they rely on to keep our tiniest patients comfortable, cared for and celebrated. 🌟

08/26/2026

Patients with autism often have unique medical needs, which is why our staff at Rady Children's Health has created the Autism Friendly Health System Initiative, helping make healthcare visits more comfortable, predictable & less overwhelming.

Visit the link in our bio to access social stories that can help prepare your child for an upcoming visit and complete the Autism Friendly Questionnaire. By sharing your child's preferences, sensitivities & communication needs ahead of time, you help your care team create the best possible experience.

Every kid deserves care that meets them where they are. 💙

08/20/2026

Meet the innovative technology our Pediatric Neurosurgical skull-based team is using to help plan, visualize, and perform some of the most complex surgeries at Rady Children’s Health.👇

🤖 A pioneering neurosurgical robot that made its pediatric debut in our OR. It attaches to the operating table and develops a treatment trajectory with incredible precision.

🔬 Head-mounted displays are attached to either the surgical microscope or endoscope to give neurosurgeons another way to visualize anatomy during procedures. We have been pioneering these technologies for over 25 years.

🧠 3D models are created from each child’s unique scan to help our teams better understand critical neurovascular structures and review possible approaches before entering the OR.

As the only pediatric skull base center on the West Coast, at the #1 Children’s Hospital in the Western United States, we care for children with some of the most complex conditions involving the brain and skull base.

In pediatric neurosurgery, innovation isn’t just about what’s next. It’s about finding better ways to care for kids today.

08/14/2026

The simple act of human touch can regulate vital signs & strengthen the bond between a baby & their caregiver. Skin-to-skin contact, also known as kangaroo care, offers meaningful benefits for babies, including steadier heart rates, more regulated body temperatures, deeper sleep & a stronger sense of connection with their caregivers.

While often used with premature or low-birth-weight infants, kangaroo care can benefits all babies—including those with congenital heart disease.

We’re proud to offer this practice & education to our nurses & families in the CTICU, helping make every moment of connection count. 💙

Meet Dr. Matthew Schmitz, Director, of the Rady International Center for Pediatric and Adolescent Hip Disorders! 👋 Dr. S...
08/11/2026

Meet Dr. Matthew Schmitz, Director, of the Rady International Center for Pediatric and Adolescent Hip Disorders! 👋 Dr. Schmitz specializes in hip preservation & adolescent sports medicine, helping kids & young athletes return to the sports & activities they love most.

When he’s not in the clinic or the operating room, you’ll likely find him on the golf course, spending time with his family, or on the sidelines as the team physician for the USA Rugby Men’s National Team.

Thank you, Dr. Schmitz, for the skill & care you bring to our patients and their families every day! 💙

After two & a half years of procedures, chemotherapy, transfusions & hospital stays, Ethan finally rang the bell! 🔔When ...
08/07/2026

After two & a half years of procedures, chemotherapy, transfusions & hospital stays, Ethan finally rang the bell! 🔔

When Ethan started getting low grade fevers, bruising & other symptoms, his family turned to Rady Children’s Health in San Diego. Shortly after, he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

Dr. Kuo, Dr. Wong & the rest of Ethan’s care team treated more than his diagnosis. They celebrated his milestones, welcomed his big sister Maddie into his journey & helped his family imagine a future beyond cancer.

Today, Ethan is in remission & back to playing, swimming & dreaming about what’s next. 💙

Learn more about our Peckham Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders: https://rchsd.co/b6b4a1

08/05/2026

Let's spend a day with Noah, one of our incredible CTICU nurses! 👋

When asked about his favorite part of working in the CTICU, Noah shared: "I love the teamwork. Everyone works together–the physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists & more–to help bring some of our most complex patients home."

Our 30-bed CTICU (Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit) is part of our Heart Institute, which is ranked as the top pediatric cardiology program on the west coast. This team provides expert, family-centered care for children with congenital or acquired heart disease. From admission to discharge, every aspect of care happens in this specialized space, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our young heart warriors. 💙

We are looking for nurses to join our CTICU team! If you are interested in applying, we would love to hear from you! Learn more: https://rchsd.co/3d902f

07/23/2026

Our patients are saving the day, bringing one smile at a time! 🦸💥

Attending Comic-Con? Stop by our panel to see how real-life superheroes are changing medicine. Our medical experts will reveal how cutting-edge visualization tools are transforming medical, forensic, paleontological & veterinary sciences.

📅 Friday
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Meet Divya. 👋 At 15, she underwent an eight-hour spinal fusion surgery to correct severe scoliosis. It started with a sl...
07/21/2026

Meet Divya. 👋 At 15, she underwent an eight-hour spinal fusion surgery to correct severe scoliosis.

It started with a slight curve found during a routine physical. A rapid growth spurt caused the curve to progress quickly, leading her family to Dr. Upasani, the Director of the Pediatric Orthopedics and Scoliosis Clinical Fellowship at Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego.

Six months later, Divya is thriving and growing stronger every day through physical therapy. The experience changed her life in more ways than one.

"She has a new perspective on pain management and the impact doctors and surgeons can have on people's lives," her mom said. "She's even interested in pursuing a career in medicine." 🌟

Keep reading: https://rchsd.co/636a92

What better way to honor & celebrate the strength of childhood cancer patients than with our annual ? ✋🎨We’re incredibl...
07/15/2026

What better way to honor & celebrate the strength of childhood cancer patients than with our annual ? ✋🎨

We’re incredibly grateful to Hyundai Hope On Wheels & our local Hyundai dealers for their continued partnership & commitment to supporting Peckham Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders. 🎗️

Thank you for continuing to support the families, researchers, doctors & children impacted by childhood cancer. 💙

07/15/2026

Recently, Rady Children's Health joined Family Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C., where families from Orange County and San Diego shared their powerful stories with policymakers to champion children's futures.

Orange County patient Kareem Nguyen, a five-year-old with cerebral palsy and multiple diagnoses, was joined by his mom, Jessica, and sister, Gidget. Jessica shared Kareem's story of treatment and care at Rady Children's Health in Orange County, and how vital government-funded health coverage is for families with children who have complex, chronic conditions.

Mario Luna is a patient at Rady Children's Health - San Diego, where he was treated for cardiomyopathy and received a heart transplant. Thanks to the care and support made possible through government-funded health coverage, Mario is now a thriving 17-year-old.

We're so grateful for these families, who took the time to lend their voices to our advocacy efforts — leaving a lasting impression on policymakers in D.C.

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