Cincinnati Children's

As the Olympic games conclude this weekend, and with the Paralympic Games starting later this month, we celebrate past accomplishments of Kara Ayers, PhD, our associate director of UCEDD, Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics! She had a life-changing experience leading up to and competing in the 2004 Paralympic Games in Athens as part of the first group of Paralympians who received the same resources and support from the US Olympic Committee as the Olympians. Kara finished ninth in the 100-meter breaststroke, setting two American records in the process. Outside of the 2004 games, Kara was also a world record holder at one time in the 200-meter breaststroke; and then retired from competitive swimming after the 2005 World Championships to focus on finishing her PhD program. She now focuses her research on health equity and people with disabilities, and shares how fortunate she feels to live in Cincinnati because there are a large number of strong adaptive sports programs locally for people with disabilities. #WeAreCincyKids

Our Pectus Excavatum Enhanced Recovery Team treats pre- and post-surgical pectus excavatum patients. Pectus excavatum is a depression caused when the sternum (breastbone) is abnormally pushed inward due to cartilage growth that attaches the sternum to the ribs. In severe cases, surgery might be needed to correct the condition. Our Enhanced Recovery Team works with patients who are undergoing the Nuss Procedure through our Chest Wall Center. The Nuss Procedure is a minimally invasive surgical technique to correct pectus excavatum, and our recovery team is made up of specially trained physical therapists who work closely with both the Chest Wall Center and our patients. They work to evaluate underlying strength, flexibility, endurance, and postural deficits. After surgery, they begin strengthening quickly to allow return to normal activities. Their skill and care for our patients is why they are this week's #FridayFeature! Learn more about pectus excavatum and our Chest Wall Center: https://lnkd.in/g6j7Jifm

It's Work With Us Wednesday, and one of our current job openings is for a Behavioral Health Care Coordination Specialist- OhioRISE. This role will provide community-based care coordination for children and families who are experiencing serious emotional disturbance, trauma, and behavioral health disorders who are engaged with child-serving systems. Learn more and consider applying today: https://lnkd.in/gSizdgpR. You can also check out some of our "hot jobs" here: https://lnkd.in/g4vQ8p87. #WeAreCincyKids #NowHiring #BehavioralHealthCare

Join us in congratulating our new division director of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics! #WeAreCincyKids

We were honored to once again participate in the annual Cincinnati Reds Community Makeover Day event! This year’s makeover focused on Bond Hill, where volunteers from several local organizations worked on various projects. Our Employee Volunteer Ambassadors were tasked to fit kids with a new pair of shoes and socks, provided by Shoes 4 the Shoeless, distribute food boxes provided by The Freestore Foodbank, a backpack from United Way of Greater Cincinnati, and games and toys from Toys for Tots. Thanks to everyone who made a positive impact on kids in our community! #WeAreCincyKids 

As our Patient and Family Experience Week continues with our Olympics theme, we’re celebrating our employees and teams who are going for the gold and providing the best patient and family experience every day. Join us in congratulating everyone who made the medal podium this year for their continued impact! #WeAreCincyKids 🏅Top Teams: -A4C1 Rehabilitation -Sports Medicine -Cancer and Blood Diseases Institute -Pulmonary Medicine -CHSN Primary Care -Language Access Services 🏅Top Providers: -Rebeccah Brown, Surgical Provider -Gretchen Hartz, Primary Care Provider -Mark Johnson, Mental Health Provider -Kara Sizemore, Allied Health Provider -Derek Weyhrauch, Pediatric Provider 🏅All Stars: -Kayla Akers -Tara Baker -Madison Balsinger -Teressa Braga -Richard Burns -Joe Collins -Molly Dirr -Catherine Leopard -Ashley McGill -Melissa Miller -Mohammad Othman -Julie Pinson -Ray Price -Julie Schummer -Shelia Stegall -Christopher Smith -Emily Thiem -Justin Wright

It's Work With Us Wednesday, and one of our current job openings is for a Senior Counsel. This role will provide legal advice, review, and training for administrators, institutional leaders, and employees relating to designated areas. Experience in risk management, internal investigations, and litigation support is preferred. Learn more and consider applying today: https://lnkd.in/gYfs5Swr. You can also check out some of our "hot jobs" here: https://lnkd.in/g4vQ8p87. #WeAreCincyKids #NowHiring #SeniorCounsel #Counsel

Every year our Employee Volunteer Ambassadors take part in dozens of regional events and volunteer activities to improve child health and to inspire the community. To honor their commitments and efforts, each summer several groups and individuals are recognized during an annual Appreciation Celebration. This program is just one of many ways we continue to build a diverse workforce for our teams: https://lnkd.in/gQBMn-WT! #WeAreCincyKids Join us in congratulating this year's award winners: -Joyce Kinley Volunteer of the Year Award: Rog Gifford -Rookie Volunteer of the Year Award: Taylor Richardson -Volunteer Month of Service Award: Vincent Alexander -Beyond the Call of Duty Award: Joel Fairchild & Speech pathology -Partnering to Improve Health Award: Music Therapy & Audiology -Community Impact Award: Women In Search of Excellence Employee Resource Group -Impact & Inspire Award: Carol Shaw -Commitment to Volunteerism Award: Northern Kentucky Location -Volunteer Leadership Award: Oliver Rhine & Lisa Crosby -Partner of the Year Award: Center for Closing the Health Gap

Join us in congratulating Dr. Chidiogo Anyigbo, attending pediatrician and assistant professor of pediatrics, on her selection into the Cincinnati Business Courier's Forty Under 40 Class of 2024! This annual awards program recognizes young leaders and professionals from across Greater Cincinnati. We're very proud of the work Dr. Anyigbo is doing for our patients, families and the community! She will be honored alongside her classmates at a ceremony later this fall. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ghAwU8sZ. #WeAreCincyKids

We have the best patients – they deserve the best experience. Our Patient and Family Experience team is made up of advocates who champion a culture at Cincinnati Children’s that strives for the very best patient and family experience every time. They do this by listening to patients and their families, and then translating what they say into actionable steps and insights for teams across the health system. That’s why this week, we are proud to recognize them as our #FridayFeature! The team is always working to make the hospital experience more inviting – next week, they are planning to celebrate the Olympic Games throughout the health system!