Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation

Young Adults with Kidney Disease Face Care Gaps The leap from pediatric to adult nephrology care lacks support.

A survey of academic #nephrology programs performed by our researchers found that young adults with #KidneyDisease lack structured support for successful transition from pediatric to adult nephrology care. #CKD #PediatricNephrology

The Heart Institute Annual Report Last year was filled with lifesaving surgeries and medical feats.

750+ heart surgeries. 16 heart transplants. The No. 2 ranked pediatric cardiology team according to U.S. News & World Report. Numbers can tell you a lot about an organization, and our 2025 speaks volumes. #HeartMonth

Looking for a Better Way to Predict Relapse in Pediatric Acute Myeloid Leukemia Amanda Winters received a grant to evaluate the benefits of a genetic test over a protein-based one to predict relapse in pediatric AML.

With support from @americancancersoc.bsky.social, @cucancercenter.bsky.social researcher Dr. Amanda Winters is developing a better way to predict relapse in pediatric AML and bringing us closer to more targeted and timely treatments. #OncSky #CanSky

A Gap in Pediatric-Specific Heart Research Researchers need more data to help children with heart failure.

The number of children with heart disease is far less than adults, so why do children have much higher mortality rates? Our researchers explored this question and are determined to find answers.

#HeartMonth

Promotional poster for the PRISM conference and the providers at Children's Hospital Colorado, scheduled for January 29-31, 2026. Features images of youth athletes, statistics highlighting annual services, including 2.2 million youth athlete treatments, over 1,000 surgeries, and 500+ concussion treatments.

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Hello from Austin and the 2026 @prismsociety.bsky.social Annual Meeting! We have 15 presenters including six podium talks focused on mental health, #concussions and injuries. We’re excited to share our research and learn from other teams.

Find the itinerary here: https://bit.ly/3Lt80dT

Collaborative Care in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Integrated neuro-oncology and autologous stem cell transplant care.

Our Neuro-Oncology Program has brought together experts in #NeuroOncology and autologous stem cell transplant to give families a consistent care team and improve outcomes. Learn more about our collaborative expertise. #PediatricBrainTumors

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Congratulations to Dr. Adam Green on a $99,975 grant from the DIPG Collaborative, funding research aimed at finding a cure for aggressive brain tumors. We are thankful to partner with The Cure Starts Now in support of driving this vital work forward. #CancerResearch

Best Data Methods for Bilateral Orthopedic Research Account for bilateral conditions to reduce false positives.

Our experts found that failure to account for bilateral conditions in clinical #OrthopedicResearch inflates false positives and may misinform care. See which analytical methods were most reliable.

Similar Outcomes in Pediatric Tibial Fractures A study finds comparable risks in open and closed cases.

A new study found similar complication rates between open and closed tibial #fractures, so what does this mean for surgery decisions and follow-up care? Our experts weigh in.

Blood Proteins Reveal SVHD Language Clues Ongoing protein dysregulation may shape early neurodevelopment.

Our cardiac neurodevelopmental research team report in @jamapediatrics.com how they identified specific protein biomarkers that can help predict early language development outcomes in children with single ventricle heart disease. #SVHD #neurodevelopment #CardioSky

Building Gymnastics Medicine as a Subspecialty Learn more about the unique care demands of gymnasts.

Gymnastics places unique demands on the body and requires equally unique care. Dr. Emily Sweeney and her colleagues are helping define gymnastics medicine as a subspecialty to better shape that care and help athletes thrive.

Hepatologist Dania Brigham on Pediatric Liver Transplant Discover key milestones and innovations in pediatric liver transplant care.

Dr. Dania Brigham says witnessing the resilience of children and the impact of liver transplants shaped her career. In this Q&A, she reflects on milestones like expanding our #LivingDonor liver program and coordinating a complex heart-liver transplant.

Meet Our Chief Genomics Officer Overseeing Precision Medicine Alisa Gaskell, PhD, leads our precision medicine research.

Meet Dr. Alisa Gaskell. She's been at the forefront of genetics research and recently led efforts to integrate #genetics and #PrecisionMedicine across our hospital. Learn more about what she sees as the exciting opportunities for the future.

VALIANT Clinical Trial Leads to Approval of New Drug Learn how Children’s Colorado researchers led the way

Researchers at Children’s Colorado helped get the first drug approved to treat two rare kidney diseases. See the results of this breakthrough study. #research #ClinicalTrial #KidneyDisease

Identifying Factors That Delay Treatment for IBD Care Why specific requirements often lead to worse care

Our researchers are identifying ways to improve treatment delays in inflammatory bowel disease care. Learn more about the drivers behind these delays and how a group of doctors is trying to improve the process. #IBD #GISky

Home Parenteral Nutrition Training Learn how this new program helps families

Our new Intestinal Rehab Simulation Center is preparing families for at-home parenteral nutrition. Discover how this is setting up families for success. #digestive #gastroenterology #PedsGI

Ensuring Safety in Pediatric Novel Therapeutics Setting the standard for pediatric precision medicine

With more focus on novel therapeutics and #PrecisionMedicine, the standard operating procedures developed decades ago are no longer adequate. Learn how our new ExACT Program is standing up the infrastructure needed to ensure patient safety well into the future.

ASH Annual Meeting & Exposition The premier event in malignant and non-malignant hematology, the ASH annual meeting highlights the highest-caliber science and the most important areas of clinical progress in hematology.

We're excited to see our colleagues at the upcoming @ash.hematology.org annual conference Dec. 6 to 9 in Orlando. Don't miss presenters from Children's Colorado! Check out the schedule: https://www.hematology.org/meetings/annual-meeting #ASH2025

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Dr. Kathleen Simpson was recently selected as the Pediatric Heart Transplant Society Vice President Elect for 2025-2027. Dr. Simpson is a leader in pediatric heart transplantation, committed to advancing patient care and research. Congratulations, Dr. Simpson!

Cystic Fibrosis Treatment Shows Long-Term Reduction in Inflammation New insights in Cystic Fibrosis reveal ETI treatment reduces inflammation, improving lung function and quality of life for patients. Learn about this research supported by the CCTSI.

New #research from the PROMISE study shows the impact of elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor (ETI) on inflammation and why that's a game changer for people with #CysticFibrosis. Read more about these promising results in collaboration with @cctsi.bsky.social. #PulmSky

How Histologic Remission Impacts Pediatric EoE Outcomes How controlling inflammation improves esophageal distensibility.

Our latest #EoE study shows that FLIP technology detects early esophageal narrowing and highlights how histologic remission in childhood preserves distensibility and may help prevent long-term complications. #GISky

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Dr. Ronald Sokol recently received a lifetime achievement award from the American Liver Foundation. For over three decades, Dr. Sokol has been dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children with #liver diseases. Congratulations on this honor! #hepatology

Understanding Hip Instability in Spinal Muscular Atrophy Our research underscores the need for orthopedic monitoring.

A study by our #orthopedic experts offers early insights into the natural progression of hip morphology in children with spinal muscular atrophy, underscoring the need for proactive orthopedic management in this era of disease-modifying drugs. #OrthoSky

We are proud to share that we are once again ranked in the Top 10 #BestChildrensHospitals by @usnews.com! #USNews #PedSky #pediatrics

Study: Pediatric Unsedated Transnasal Endoscopy is Safer Discover the impact of TNE on pediatric gastroenterology

New research from the Digestive Health Institute found pediatric unsedated transnasal endoscopy offers a safer, well-tolerated alternative to sedated upper GI endoscopy, with fewer post-procedure adverse events. Read more about the findings. #PedsGI #EoE #GastroSky

Congratulations to Our Honorees! - ALF Gala Dr. Ronald Sokol

👏 Congrats to CCTSI Director Ron Sokol, MD, FAASLD, of @cugastrohep.bsky.social on receiving the American Liver Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award! This prestigious honor recognizes his lasting impact on #pediatric #liver care and research.
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Promotional image for the 6th Annual Children's Hospital Colorado Virtual Pediatric Care Symposium on October 29, 2025, featuring a smiling baby seated among pumpkins with event details including time and continuing medical education credits.

Don't miss our upcoming virtual pediatric care symposium on Oct. 29. Join us as we discuss the assessment and management of common pediatric conditions in hospital and community settings. CME credit is available. Register today: https://bit.ly/46ZtSpc

ALA-CART: Novel CAR-T Cell Therapy Fights Relapsed Leukemia A new strategy with great potential for improved outcomes.

A #ChildhoodCancerAwareness Month spotlight: Discover a novel therapeutic platform called ALA-CART that shows great potential to improve long-term outcomes and the effectiveness of #CARTcell therapy for resistant #leukemia.

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Hyundai Hope on Wheels awarded our own Drs. Melanie Stall and Craig Forester with grants supporting their work in #PediatricCancer. Dr. Stall focuses on access and knowledge of clinical trials, while Dr. Forester is researching myelodysplastic syndrome. Congratulations! #OncSky

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Jennifer Lamb was named Certified Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse of the Year from the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses. This award honors her evidence-based practice work and the implementation of red light therapy. Congratulations, Jennifer! #PedsHemeOnc