This month we are starting renovations to create a permanent space for our innovative OZ program, as well as additional play space and other updates f...
4 ways our latest research has impacted Ranken Jordan | By Nick Holekamp, MD
In 2021, we launched a time-motion study to track the whereabouts and activities of our patients, an important first step in reversing the trend that ...
Why we’re hiring people to play with our patients | By Nick Holekamp, MD
Last year we started hiring for what has quickly become one of the best jobs around: a Patient Play Associate (PPA), a new, paid position dedicated to...
The importance of family connection this holiday season, even in the hospital | By Nick Holekamp, MD
For the majority of us, the holiday season means time at home with family. But for our patients with complex medical conditions, most cannot go home t...
Why we should all be thankful for OZ this year | By Nick Holekamp, MD
For most young children, organized, educational programs like preschool are a given. But that’s not true for children with complex medical condition...
Are hospitals stimulating enough for young patients? What our new research suggests | By Nick Holekamp, MD
No parent plans for their child to be in the hospital, especially for a prolonged period of time. But for parents of kids aged 0-5 who face this reali...