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Pediatric rare diseases may affect small numbers at a time, but together they represent a major challenge.
With RareKids-CAN, McMaster researchers & family leaders are building a more coordinated national approach to rare disease trials.
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New study: medical students value equity-focused admissions but want clearer communication on how/why these pathways exist.
Co-authored by McMaster Pediatrics’ Dr. Natasha Johnson.
Read: pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/study-explor...
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On #InternationalChildhoodCancerDay, we’re highlighting McMaster pediatric oncologist Dr. Marija Kacar, who is helping shape a future where more children with cancer survive - and thrive. ✨
Learn more ⬇️
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Celebrating our incredible pediatric residents & fellows 🌟
Your leadership, dedication to research & teaching, and excellence in care have a tremendous impact on patients, families & our community at McMaster.
Thank you for all you do 💙
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Calling all Hamilton friends passionate about child health!
Join us April 1, 2026 at McMaster University’s The Hub for #MCHRD2026: inspiring conversations, impactful research & a keynote from Emily Gruenwoldt (Children’s Healthcare Canada)
Register: pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/research/mcm...
Congratulations to Dr. Gita Wahi on her nomination for the 2026 YWCA Hamilton Women of Distinction Award in the Health | Wellness category! 🌟
Her community-engaged research advances health equity & supports better outcomes for children and families across Canada.
We are so proud 👏
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Registration + volunteer sign up are now open for #MCHRD2026! 🌟
Join us April 1 at McMaster University’s The Hub to celebrate child health research & innovation. RSVP by March 12 (non-presenters). Volunteers/judges welcome!
Learn more:
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Ready to shine at #MCHRD2026? 🚀
Join our prep workshops on Feb 5 (abstract writing) & Feb 12 (research posters) for practical skills, tailored guidance & confidence to showcase your research.
Learn more & register here:
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Abstract submissions are now open for McMaster Child Health Research Day 2026.
Learners, research staff, parent & family partners, and new investigators are invited to share their work. Submit by March 4 (11:59 p.m. EST).
Learn more:
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McMaster Child Health Research Day returns April 1, 2026! 🎉
Bringing together researchers, clinicians, learners, families & partners to share knowledge and celebrate research improving child health.
Watch for details on MCHRD 2026: pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/mcmaster-chi...
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✨ We’re looking back on YOUR favourite stories from 2025. ✨
From TikTok’s influence on epilepsy care to helping tiny lungs breathe easier, these are the stories that resonated most on our channels this year. ⬇️
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✨ Research Wrapped 2025 ✨
From a new Canada Research Chair to a $1.5M study reshaping how kids move, this year was big for child health research at McMaster.
Learn more about our top research moments. ⬇️
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A thought-provoking Hooker Distinguished Visiting Professor Lecture with Dr. Lorelei Lingard explored how writing shapes thinking, identity & integrity in the AI age, followed by a GenAI workshop where participants practiced integrating AI thoughtfully into their writing to accelerate research.
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It was an inspiring day at the Inaugural NICU Symposium, bringing together faculty, staff, learners & partners from across McMaster to celebrate achievements, share lived experiences, & explore the future of neonatal care—highlighted by Dr. Saroj Saigal’s keynote.
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A new McMaster study published in Pediatrics finds that standard #autism screening tools may miss early signs of ASD in children born preterm - highlighting the need for tailored approaches to help families access support sooner.
Learn more➡️ pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/mcmaster-stu...
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Dr. Lorelei Lingard will explore the future of research writing in the age of AI—plus a hands-on GenAI workshop on Nov. 27 for the Hooker Distinguished Visiting Professor Lecture.
All Health Sciences faculty, staff & learners welcome.
Register now ⬇️
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Interested in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine? 👶
Join our virtual info session on Nov. 20 (10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. ET) to hear from faculty & trainees, explore research opportunities, learn how our training program fosters academic & more.
Register here ⬇️
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Congratulations to the 2025 Dr. Peter B. Dent Memorial Lecture Award recipients🎉
Honouring excellence in pediatric research, education & care, these awards celebrate leaders who carry forward Dr. Dent’s legacy of compassion & innovation.
Learn more: pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/from-mcmaste...
On Oct. 23, we celebrated the 4th annual Dr. Peter B. Dent Memorial Lecture, honouring a pioneer in child health & recognizing this year’s award recipients for their leadership & compassion in pediatrics.
Read more about the event ⬇️
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Explore how children experience healthcare through a trauma-informed lens.
Join the Essentials for Engaging with Children in Healthcare virtual workshop on Dec. 3, 2025. Early bird registration ends Nov. 14!
Learn more & register ⬇️
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Congratulations to Anne Klassen, named Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Patient Reported Outcomes. Her work is transforming patient-centred care for children and youth worldwide.
Learn more ⬇️
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McMaster researchers are brewing up new ideas with the CAPPUCCINO study ☕—testing whether caffeine can help mature infants with infection-related apnea breathe easier and recover faster.
Read the full story:
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Catch up on the latest #GrandRounds from @MacUPediatrics—featuring expert talks on advances in pediatric education, research, and clinical care from our faculty, trainees, and scientists.
Check out the full playlist here: www.macvideo.ca/playlist/1_p...
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How do young people with cerebral palsy see themselves? A McMaster-led study is amplifying their voices on body image, identity & representation.
Learn more about what they want you to know this #WorldCerebralPalsyDay.
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On #OrangeShirtDay, we reflect on truth & reconciliation in child health. 🧡
Drs. Emily Kacer & Patricia Farrugia published a commentary in Paediatrics & Child Health proposing Every Child Matters as a framework for pediatric practitioners to decolonize care & more.
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Join us for the Hooker Distinguished Visiting Professor Lecture on Nov. 27 with guest speaker Dr. Lorelei Lingard from @westernu.ca
More info and register here:
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Join us for the 4th annual Dr. Peter B. Dent Memorial Lecture on Oct. 23 with guest speaker Dr. Christiaan Scott, Professor of Pediatric Rheumatology from CHEO.
More info and register here:
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Dr. Amit Mukerji has been honoured with the 2025 Dr. Madan Roy Award for Quality Improvement in Patient Care. His NICU innovations are reducing complications & putting families in at the centre of care design.
Full story: pediatrics.healthsci.mcmaster.ca/mcmaster-neo...
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This #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth, Marija Kacar shares how innovations like precision medicine are reshaping pediatric oncology – bringing new hope for children and families facing the toughest diagnoses.
Learn more ⬇️
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What does meaningful patient & family engagement look like in health research & education?
Drs. Elif Bilgic, Andrea Cross, Karen Beattie & Samantha Micsinszki share their insights, challenges & tools to strengthen engagement. ⬇️
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