Will Rogers Institute Donates $50,000 to NICU
August 30, 2010
The Will Rogers Institute recently donated $50,000 to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital to support the hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The gift will allow Le Bonheur to purchase an advanced ventilator to assist premature babies who are unable to breathe on their own.
Le Bonheur Pharmacy honored by peers
August 20, 2010
Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital was recently presented with the Innovative Health-System Pharmacy Practice Award by the Tennessee Society of Health-System Pharmacists (TSHP).
Le Bonheur doctor to receive Methodist Healthcare Foundation Living Award
August 10, 2010
Doctor S. Douglas Hixson of Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital will be honored with a Living Award from the Methodist Healthcare Foundation on August 24.
Call for Abstracts
August 9, 2010
Submit a new or recently presented abstract for display as a poster presentation on Pediatric Research Day.
Armour, English and Knott-Craig Named Health Care Hero Finalists
August 3, 2010
Le Bonheur Children’s President and CEO Meri Armour and two Le Bonheur physicians, Dr. Keith English and Dr. Chris Knott-Craig, have been named as finalists for the Memphis Business Journal’s 12th annual Health Care Heroes Award.
Family Finds Specialized Therapy Close To Home
July 28, 2010
Born with club foot, Peter Landsgaard needed specialized therapy close to home. That’s when Le Bonheur Children’s stepped in.
New Drug Therapy Holds Great Potential
July 28, 2010
Researchers at Le Bonheur Children’s are reinventing the way drugs are designed by tackling the genetic makeup of human disease.
Shelby County Mayoral Debate Spotlights Children's Issues
July 15, 2010
On Thursday, July 15 from 7-7:30 p.m. WREG News Channel 3 will host the first mayoral debate dedicated to children's issues.
Quality Scores Available Online
July 6, 2010
Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital is now posting quality indicators online. These indicators allow consumers to compare Le Bonheur data to national benchmarks.
Le Bonheur Children's Celebrates New Hospital
June 24, 2010
With great fanfare Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital celebrated its 58th birthday and new hospital with a parade and ceremony today.
Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Holiday Card Art Contest
June 23, 2010
Le Bonheur Children’s Holiday Card Art Contest is now accepting submissions for the 2010 Holiday Card program.
Fundraising practices at Le Bonheur
June 22, 2010
Fundraising practices at Le Bonheur
Le Bonheur installs 3T intraoperative MRI
June 22, 2010
With 3 Tesla strength, the iMRI features the most powerful magnetic resonance imaging technology available – a great addition to Le Bonheur’s nationally renowned neurosurgical program.
New Le Bonheur Consecrated as Place for Healing
June 14, 2010
More than 500 Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital employees, Methodist clergy and other local religious leaders gathered on Monday, June 14, for a consecration ceremony to bless the new hospital.
Le Bonheur Recognizes Those Who Made New Hospital Possible
June 14, 2010
Before the new Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital opens this fall, President Meri Armour took time to thank the special people who made the new building possible.
Three Former Patients Selected as Le Bonheur Grand Marshals
June 3, 2010
Olivia “Livi” Jones, Reese Wagner and Chandler “Chance” Futrell were selected to serve as the three Grand Marshals of Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital grand opening celebration parade.
Free Swim Lesson Applications Available
May 21, 2010
Make a Splash Mid-South is offering a limited number of free swimming lessons in August and September. The lessons will be provided at Bickford and Hickory Hill Aquatic Centers.
Vote on Facebook for Le Bonheur's Grand Marshal
May 21, 2010
The public is invited to help select the children who will serve as Grand Marshals and lead the parade on Tuesday, June 15 by voting on the hospital’s Facebook page.
Healthcare Reform Provides Federal Support for Employed Breastfeeding Moms
May 6, 2010
Le Bonheur Lactation Consultant Ruth Munday weighs on the bill and the benefits of breastfeeding.
Over the Counter Infant Product Recalls
May 4, 2010
Information on the recent recalls of children's medications.
Conn Receives 2010 Family Choice Award
April 29, 2010
Emergency Department Associate Jamie Conn, RN, is the recipient of the 2010 Family Partners Council’s Family Choice Award.
Le Bonheur Installs Two 28-Foot Hearts on New Building
April 28, 2010
Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital’s heart now hangs high above Memphis. Recently, two 28-foot hearts were hung on the new building.
Prom Safety
April 27, 2010
Take a few minutes to read these parenting tips on talking to your kids about prom safety.
Researchers tackle pneumonia, flu in national studies
April 26, 2010
Researchers at Le Bonheur are part of national studies aimed at two common childhood illnesses: flu and pneumonia.
A New Name and Look for Le Bonheur Children's Hospital
April 21, 2010
As Le Bonheur Children’s prepares for the opening of its new children’s hospital this summer, the organization is making an outward sign of the significant changes happening by debuting a new logo. Also, the hospital will be now known as Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital.
Fighting Allergies
April 15, 2010
Local Allergist Dr. Christie Michael shares with our readers some advice to take as we fight this high pollen count season
Harbor Town Event will raise money, awareness for Le Bonheur
April 15, 2010
Attend the fun-filled event Saturday, April 24 on the Harbor Town Square.
Outdoor Play
April 1, 2010
Kids of all ages can learn a lot about their connection to the natural world by exploring what's around them – and what better way to do that than being in your own backyard.
Rotarix Vaccine Recall
March 25, 2010
FDA Recalls Vaccine Given to Children to Prevent Rotavirus
Le Bonheur to lead FDA study
March 19, 2010
Le Bonheur Children’s will lead a
$600,000 multi-center study on the
usefulness of a bile acid in treating
children with primary sclerosing
cholangitis (PSC), a disease that affects
bile ducts of the liver.
Hospital implements computerized order entry
March 19, 2010
In late January, Le Bonheur Children’s implemented full electronic patient charting.
Physician Helps establish new pediatric outcome measure
March 19, 2010
Created by Dr. Sunny Anand, a new functional status scale allows for a systematic approach to measuring and forecasting a patient’s clinical outcome and quality of life after hospitalization.
Poison Prevention Safety Tips
March 18, 2010
Le Bonheur gives some tips to parents on childproofing your home.
Government Recalls Expected for Baby Sling
March 17, 2010
Many parents may want to use another form of carrier for their infant until more information is received on recalls.
ATV Related Injuries among Children on the Rise
March 15, 2010
New studies look at incidence of orthopaedic traumas in children, caution multiple riders
HALO Traction Proves Effective in Caring for Scoliosis Patient, Jasmine Brown
March 15, 2010
Drs. Derek Kelly, Jeffrey Sawyer and Bill Warner, also of Campbell Clinic, recently conducted the rare method of mobile traction on 4-year-old scoliosis patient Jasmine Brown. Brown was the first child at Le Bonheur to receive such traction, which reduced her spinal curvature from 99 to 60 degrees.
Parent works to improve hospital clinic
March 11, 2010
As the mom of a child with spina bifida, Karin Buchanan was missing a lot of work to take her daughter, Bree, to various appointments with specialists individually. So at one of those appointments, she asked Bree’s neurosurgeon if there was a better way to organize Le Bonheur Children’s spina bifida clinic to make it easier for families.
Child Life launches Beads of Courage
March 9, 2010
Beads of Courage is a unique program designed to honor the challenging journey children undergo while receiving care for cancer, blood conditions and other chronic and long-term illnesses.
Statement Regarding First Lady Visit
March 5, 2010
Le Bonheur Children's received word from the White House today that First Lady Michelle Obama will not be attending our Grand Opening Celebration this June.
You Might Want to Know - New Choking Guidelines
March 4, 2010
Le Bonheur's weekly reccomendation of safety and parenting topics to keep our kids safe
2010 Luminaire Awards Recognize Le Bonheur Advocates
February 14, 2010
The Luminaire Award is the highest honor bestowed by Le Bonheur Children’s and it pays tribute to only a select few individuals who, by shining example, inspire others to follow their lead.
Bredesen Announces CoverKids To Resume Enrollment March 1
February 12, 2010
Governor Phil Bredesen today announced that CoverKids, Tennessee’s program for uninsured children, will reopen enrollment to new members on March 1, 2010.
PRSA Names Meri Armour Communicator of the Year
February 11, 2010
The Memphis Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) named Meri Armour, president and CEO of Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, as its 2009 Communicator of the Year.
Dedicated Pediatric Surgical Team from Le Bonheur Children's Serve in Haiti
January 30, 2010
With the recent catastrophic earthquake that hit the capital city of Haiti, Port-au-Prince, many organizations in the U.S. and around the world are lending a helping hand. Doctors and nurses from Le Bonheur Children's will join the Haiti Medical Missions of Memphis to provide surgical care.
Family Partner's Council Family Choice Award
January 15, 2010
The Le Bonheur Children's Family Partner's Council is pleased to announce the inaugural Family Choice Award. Parents and Associates are encouraged to nominate any caregivers, technicians or other Associates who consistently demonstrate the principles of family-centered care.
Children's Vaccination Day Jan. 13, 2010
January 7, 2010
Le Bonheur Infectious Disease doctors encourage vaccination against H1N1 and seasonal flu strains.
Tiny newborn undergoes risky heart procedure at Le Bonheur
December 30, 2009
Just days after his premature birth, Cole Latch was airlifted from Jackson-Madison County General Hospital to Le Bonheur for surgery to repair a heart defect called a hypoplastic aortic arch. Though no heart surgery is ever an easy feat, Cole’s procedure was especially challenging because of his size; he weighed less than 4 pounds.
Parents Should Not Be Alarmed by Recent H1N1 Flu Vaccine Recall
December 16, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s experts say parents should not be alarmed about today’s H1N1 vaccine recall by the Centers for Disease Control.
CoverKids to Cap Enrollment Nov. 30, 2009
November 24, 2009
Tennessee’s CoverKids program will stop accepting new enrollment applications after Nov. 30, as the program for uninsured children is expected to reach its budgeted capacity. Current members and those who have already been approved for coverage will receive notification confirming current enrollment status. The program will continue to accept new applications through the end of November.
Tips for a Healthy Holiday for your Family
November 23, 2009
The holiday season is in full swing, and that means cakes, cookies and candies are out in force. Extra Melanie Fite, RD, LDN, with Le Bonheur Community Outreach says while the holidays are a great time to celebrate with family and friends, don’t let the hustle and bustle get to your waist.
Le Bonheur Holiday Cards
November 18, 2009
Send a special holiday greeting to everyone on your gift list with a holiday card from Le Bonheur. Le Bonheur holiday cards serve as a great alternative to traditional gift giving. Everyone on your gift list will enjoy receiving one of the holiday cards designed by a child whose live was touched by Le Bonheur.
Help Make Christmas Bright for Le Bonheur Patients
November 16, 2009
As the holiday season approaches, Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center is preparing to make the holidays bright for the children who will be hospitalized at that time.
What is Le Bonheur Children's doing about the flu - Update 11-19-09
November 12, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center has implemented a proactive plan to anticipate and manage patients with influenza infections this year.
Research Indicates Acetaminophen may reduce vaccine's effectiveness
November 5, 2009
A recent article published in the Lancet concluded that the routine administration of Tylenol to infants receiving childhood vaccines might result in a reduced response to the vaccines.
Mark Yates to Lead Voices for Memphis' Children
November 5, 2009
Mark Yates was recently named as executive director of Voices for Memphis’ Children, a new division at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center designed to improve the lives of youth in our community by advocating for effective public policies.
Le Bonheur Leads FDA-Funded Study on PSC
November 4, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s will lead a multi-center study on the usefulness of a bile acid in treating children with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), a disease that affects bile ducts of the liver.
Researcher studies genetic influence on fetal growth
November 4, 2009
A Le Bonheur investigator is studying how DNA sequence variation can affect fetal growth.
Ronald Adkins, PhD, a researcher with Le Bonheur and the Children’s Foundation Research Center will specifically study DNA methylation, or why some genes are turned off and on in a DNA sequence.
Clubfoot clinic finds success with outcomes, satisfaction
November 4, 2009
A clubfoot clinic at Le Bonheur Children’s is practicing innovation in more ways than one. Its approach to bringing surgeons, therapists and child life specialists into one clinic – and noninvasive technique for treating clubfoot – has yielded good outcomes and satisfied families.
Safe Crossing Week Teaches Lifesaving Skills to Memphis Children
November 1, 2009
With unintentional injuries as the leading cause of death and disability for children ages 1 to 14 in the United States, Safe Kids Mid-South, led by Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center and CN, one of the largest railroads in North America, are working together to teach elementary school students around the country how to stay safe near railroad tracks and trains.
Mid-South Students Raise $35,000 for Le Bonheur
October 29, 2009
This fall students at 29 Mid-South schools helped raise more than $35,000 for Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center through the Kids Caring for Kids program and WREG News Channel 3's Go Jim Go fundraiser.
Fellows present at national conference
October 26, 2009
Le Bonheur Emergency Medicine fellows Drs. Mindy Longjohn and Shehma Khan presented scholarly projects in October at the National Conference & Exhibition of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Anand wins international pediatrics award
October 26, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s Chief of Critical Care Kanwaljeet J.S. “Sunny” Anand, MD, was recently awarded the esteemed Nils Rosén von Rosenstein Medal from the Swedish Society of Medicine and the Swedish Pediatric Society.
Article addresses multidisciplinary clinics
October 26, 2009
In a special report for Pediatric Health, Le Bonheur investigators study how a high-volume, multidisciplinary outpatient fracture clinic can use midlevel providers – like nurse practitioners and physical therapists – to deliver high-quality fracture care in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Johnson, Flack selected for Top 40 Under 40
October 19, 2009
Two associated with Le Bonheur Children’s were named the 2009 class of Top 40 Under 40. Administrative Director of Community Health and Well-Being Corey Johnson and Family Partner's Council member Tim Flack were selected by the Memphis Business Journal for giving back to the community.
Physicians Answer Parents' Questions about H1N1 Vaccine
October 12, 2009
As the H1N1 vaccine is released, health officials recommend that all young people receive the immunization. Drs. Keith English and Steven Buckingham of Le Bonheur’s Infectious Disease department answer questions about the safety of the vaccine, the number of doses children will need and who should receive which type of the vaccine.
Le Bonheur Health Care Workers First in Country to Receive H1N1 Vaccination
October 5, 2009
Health care workers at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center in Memphis, Tenn. were the first in the nation to receive the H1N1 vaccine on Monday, Oct. 5 at 10 a.m. The hospital received the first 100 doses of the nasal spray version of the vaccine and begin administering them to employees.
Fetal Center launches
October 1, 2009
A new program at Le Bonheur Children’s ensures that fetuses with congenital anomalies are connected to a team of sub-specialists before birth. The Fetal Center offers high-risk pregnant mothers a comprehensive and coordinated plan for the baby’s care.
Study in Pediatrics Offers Strategy for Implementing Routine HIV Screening for Adolescents
October 1, 2009
A study published in the October issue of the journal Pediatrics suggests a strategy for implementing free, routine HIV screenings of adolescents recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital collaborated on the study which is the first to include adolescents.
Help Us Win a Gameroom Makeover!
September 30, 2009
Children's Miracle Network, in partnership with Microsoft, is hosting an XBOX 360 Gameroom Giveaway. Three children's hospitals will receive a $10,000 game room for their patients and families. Help Le Bonheur reach the top 3!
Allen earns community advocate award
September 26, 2009
Le Bonheur’s Sandra Allen recently received the James G. Hughes Community Advocate Award, which honors Shelby County community members for excellence in improving the well being of children
A Parent's Guide to the Flu
September 23, 2009
Flu season has started early in the Mid-South this year, so Le Bonheur Children’s is implementing a proactive plan to anticipate and manage patients with influenza infections this year. To help inform our community about the flu, our Infectious Disease experts have compiled a series of questions and answers to provide you with important information.
Hootin' Andy's Safety Train Brain Station Opens at CMOM
September 8, 2009
A new interactive railroad safety exhibit featuring the voice of American folk singer Arlo Guthrie has opened at The Children's Museum of Memphis. Made possible by a generous gift from CN, one of the largest railroads in North America, and developed in partnership with Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center, the Safety Train Brain Station features a talking owl named Hootin' Andy, plus a recreated railroad crossing with gates, lights and a drop-down screen to teach children the importance of train safety.
Cohen named to Society for Pediatric Radiology board
August 24, 2009
Le Bonheur Children's Chief of Radiology Harris Cohen, MD, has been named to the board of directors for The Society for Pediatric Radiology.
Dr. Susan Landers speaks at Le Bonheur
August 5, 2009
Join the Shelby County Breastfeeding Coalition (SCBC) and LEAP for Memphis (Lactation Education and Promotion) as we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7) and welcome visiting guest speaker, Dr. Susan Landers, neonatologist and Medical Director of the NICU Lactation Support & Nutrition Services, Seton Healthcare Network, Austin, TX, as she presents Pediatric Grand Rounds, on August 5, 2009 at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital: “The Use of Donor Human Milk in the Care of Preterm Infants” New research in neonatal nutrition!
Le Bonheur Children's and FedEx Corporation Break Ground on the FedExFamilyHouse
August 4, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center today broke ground on FedExFamilyHouse, a state-of-the-art facility that will provide housing for families of patients receiving extended care at Le Bonheur.
Le Bonheur Bids Farewell to Outgoing, Welcomes Incoming Residents
August 1, 2009
Recently, Le Bonheur Children's said goodbye to 26 residents as they completed their tenure at the hospital. But also, Le Bonheur welcomes a new class of 25 interns.
Become a Partner for Le Bonheur: Sign up to be a Change Bandit
July 14, 2009
The Change Bandits program that helps to support the Le Bonheur Children's Radiothon on FM100 kicks off on July 15 and is currently looking for local businesses to support.
Le Bonheur Children's Welcomes the Zoo's First Baby Elephant
July 7, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center was among the first to welcome the Memphis Zoo’s first baby elephant in its 103-year history. African elephant mom Asali delivered her baby girl on July 6. Before her birth, Le Bonheur’s lactation consultants met with the zookeepers to talk about breastfeeding and give Asali her first gift, a hospital-grade breast pump.
Lifeguard Games Enhances Guards Ability to Respond to Emergencies
July 7, 2009
Make A Splash Mid-South will host Lifeguard Games Sunday, July 19 at 6 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center pool. The event is designed to provide community lifeguards with additional training in responding to real aquatic and medical emergencies.
How to select a breast pump
July 6, 2009
Ruth Munday, lactation consultant at Le Bonheur, says a breast pump is one of the most important purchases a mom-to-be can make. Before you shop, Munday has some tips to help you pick the right breast pump for you and your baby.
Teamwork Saves Baby's Life
July 1, 2009
In early June, a team of physicians at Le Bonheur Children's saved a baby that had a slim chance of surviving birth. The quick thinking and team work of the cardiologists, cardiac surgeons and a perinatologist offered a viable solution to the child who had large mass on the atrium of the heart and built up fluid in the pericardium.
Aspiring scientist learns at Le Bonheur
July 1, 2009
Twelve-year-old Matthew Rogers dreams of becoming a microbiologist when he grows up. His interest in science, which began at an early age, led him to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center for a special appointment with Dr. Royce Joyner, pathologist and director of medical laboratories, on June 24.
New Le Bonheur Children's to open with more beds
June 30, 2009
The new Le Bonheur Children’s will open next year with 255 beds. Steadily increasing patient censuses led hospital leaders to seek approval to open additional beds.
Flack Family Speaks For Kids in DC
June 10, 2009
As Congress decides what provisions will be included in legislation that could impact the health care of all Americans, 4 year-old Madeline Flack will travel to the nation’s capital to meet with lawmakers to ensure health reform legislation works for children, too.
Tidwell receives Family Choice Award
June 10, 2009
Brain Tumor Program Director Tracy Tidwell, PNP, is the recipient of the Family Partner’s Council’s inaugural Family Choice Award.
New safety blog is one-stop shop for all things regarding kids' safety
June 3, 2009
Susan A. Helms, R.N., M.A.L.S., travels the Mid-South talking to children and parents about safety. Now, the director of injury prevention and Safe Kids Mid-South at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center has a new forum to share this important information – the Le Bonheur Safety Blog. The new blog, www.lebonheur.org/blogs/safetyblog, is a one-stop shop for the latest information on product recalls, new product guidelines and seasonal safety issues.
Le Bonheur Child Assessment Program and Clinic
June 1, 2009
Beginning today, June 1, Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center will expand its services by providing timely, sensitive forensic medical exams and treatment for children in the Le Bonheur Child Assessment Clinic, located at The Child Advocacy Center (CAC).
Sirius XM Radio To Feature Le Bonheur Children's
May 27, 2009
Patients, parents and staff from Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center will be featured on Sirius Satellite Radio XM Channel 116, Kids Place Life, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Miss America Visited Le Bonheur Children's
May 26, 2009
Katie Stam visited patients at Le Bonheur in May.
Memorial Day Water Safety Pledge
May 22, 2009
Last Memorial Day, two children tragically drown in local pools. This Memorial Day, join Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center and Safe Kids Mid-South in a commitment to keep children safe in and around the water.
Lasting Expressions Model Mania Contest 2009
May 20, 2009
Lasting Expressions Portraits Studio announces the first annual Model Mania with the contest winners being given the opportunity to appear in the pages of Justine Magazine. American Idol’s Jasmine Murray will make a personal appearance at the kick-off event on Saturday, May 23.
Le Bonheur, Child Advocacy Center Partner to Help Abused Children
May 18, 2009
Beginning June 1, Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center will collaborate with the Child Advocacy Center to provide timely, sensitive forensic medical exams and treatment to children who have experienced sexual abuse.
Le Bonheur Children's Raises Its Voice for Children in National Health Care Reform Debate
May 7, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center joined the National Association of Children’s Hospitals (N.A.C.H.) as it embarked today on a landmark mobilization campaign to urge Congress to ensure that the health care needs of children are adequately represented in the health care reform debate now underway in Washington, D.C.
Swine Flu: What You Need to Know
May 5, 2009
As swine flu gains more public attention, parents should know a few things about the swine flu and how to keep your family healthy.
Family Affair Raises $130,000
April 30, 2009
The Perry family of Bartlesville, Okla. and the Hughes family of Tupelo, Miss. were recently named the Miracle Maker Families of the Year. These families along with seven others participated in A Family Affair, a friendly competition that raised more than $130,000 for Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Ballet Memphis Dancers Visit Le Bonheur
April 28, 2009
Company members from Ballet Memphis recently came to Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center to visit with patients, families and Associates throughout the hospital.
Eubanks, Helms Testify in Nashville
April 9, 2009
Two Le Bonheur experts testified in front of the Tennessee General Assembly's public safety subcommittee on April 7 in support of a bill that would require children to wear helmets at all times while on All Terrain Vehicles.
New Le Bonheur Reaches Tallest Point in Construction
April 8, 2009
The new Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital reached its highest point in construction on Wednesday, April 8.
Cystic Fibrosis Center participates in national QI collaborative
April 8, 2009
The University of Tennessee Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Care and Research Center at Le Bonheur Children’s recently participated in a nationwide collaborative to build quality improvement skills useful in the care of patients with cystic fibrosis.
Keep Your Toddler in a Rear Facing Car Seat Until Age Two
April 7, 2009
New Research indicates that toddlers are more than five times safer riding rear-facing in a car safety seat up to their second birthday. Following are some safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics for car seat use.
Nurses Present Research at State and National Conferences
April 6, 2009
Several Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center nurses have presented research at national conferences recently.
Sunny Anand, MBBS, Named Critical Care Director
April 6, 2009
Le Bonheur Children's, St. Jude and UTHSC
Name Joint Director, Professor of Pediatric Critical Care.
Emergency Physicians Study Non-Invasive Method of Detecting Elevated Intracranial Pressure
April 1, 2009
Audrey Le, MD, a pediatric emergency medicine fellow at Le Bonheur Children’s, recently investigated the test performance of bedside sonographic measurement of optic nerve sheath diameter in identifying elevated intracranial pressure (EICP).
Physicians, pharmacists author new textbooks
April 1, 2009
A handful of Le Bonheur Children’s physicians recently have authored textbooks on pediatric topics ranging from epilepsy to nephrology.
Nurse practitioner wins national award
April 1, 2009
Lai Brooks, an inpatient nurse practitioner in Le Bonheur’s Neuroscience Institute, was recently awarded a national Rising Star Award of Clinical Practice from the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses.
CCP tapped to lead effort against child maltreatment
March 23, 2009
Le Bonheur’s Center for Children and Parents (CCP) is leading more than 30 local and state agencies in an effort to prevent child maltreatment.
Cunningham, Frizzell named medical directors
March 16, 2009
Melody Cunningham, MD, has been named director of Le Bonheur’s Palliative Care service. Kip Frizzell, MD, has been named Le Bonheur’s medical director of Care Coordination – a new position developed to coordinate the care of children with chronic conditions and complex conditions.
Skanska Golf Tournament to Benefit Le Bonheur
March 13, 2009
Skanska USA Building, Inc. is hosting a charity golf tournament to benefit Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center. Skanska is the construction firm building the new Le Bonheur Children’s. They are raising funds to name the Family Waiting Area in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit.
The tournament will be held on Monday, May 4, 2009 at Stonebridge Golf Club. Registration and lunch are from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Dinner and an awards ceremony will follow the tournament.
Make a Splash Teaches Kids to Be Safe in the Water
March 5, 2009
The tragic deaths of two Memphis teens in city swimming pools last summer caused outrage in the community, and since June a group of concerned citizens has been working together to make a difference.
Tennessee Speaker of the House and State Legislators Visit Le Bonheur
March 5, 2009
Speaker of the House Kent Williams of Elizabethton, Democratic Leader Rep. Gary Odom of Nashville, Rep. Mike Turner of Old Hickory, Rep. G.A. Hardaway and Rep. Ulysses Jones of Memphis toured Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center as part of Speaker Williams’ first visit to Memphis.
Newk's Express Cafe in Southaven Donating All Sales to Le Bonheur
March 3, 2009
Newk's Express Café at 3075 East Goodman Road in Southaven, Miss. is donating 10 percent of all sales at the restaurant on Fri., March 6 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center in Memphis. The donation is in honor of Le Bonheur patient Evan Barton and his family.
Brain Tumor Program Expands Family-Centered Care
March 2, 2009
Families coming to Le Bonheur Children’s for brain tumor surgeries and treatment are tapping into a new resource – each other. A recent bedside reporting study on the hospital’s neuroscience floor gave credence to the belief that families need – and greatly benefit from – support from other families whose children share similar diagnoses. At the suggestion of Le Bonheur neurosurgeon Dr. Frederick Boop, the Brain Tumor Program is now developing an organized parent networking system to help connect families of brain tumor patients.
Neuro research targets sickle cell patients
March 2, 2009
Two research projects at Le Bonheur are studying partial seizures and sleep in children with sickle cell disease. Both projects are being conducted by epileptologist and neurophysiologist Dave Clarke, MD, in conjunction with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Nurse practitioners enhance patient care, communication with physicians
February 26, 2009
The challenges of solving problems and working with families drive two Le Bonheur Neuroscience Institute nurse practitioners as they work with patients each day.
Neurologist co-author textbook on epilepsy
February 25, 2009
Le Bonheur Neuroscience Institute Director James Wheless, MD, has co-authored a Advanced Therapy in Epilepsy, a look at the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy in children, adolescents and adults.
Drug study improves epilepsy treatment
February 20, 2009
High serum levels of parenteral Levetiracetam (Keppra®) can be given rapidly and safely in small infusion volumes, Le Bonheur neuroscience investigators have discovered.
IHOP National Pancake Day Celebration to Benefit Le Bonheur
February 19, 2009
Memphis is invited to be a part of the pancake pandemonium as IHOP serves up FREE pancakes in celebration of National Pancake Day on Feb. 24 at IHOP restaurants around the country. From 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., families and friends can enjoy a free short stack of IHOP’s famous buttermilk pancakes, and in turn, make a donation to IHOP’s national charity partner, Children’s Miracle Network, which helps improve the lives of children at the 170 Children’s Miracle Network hospitals nationwide. All the funds raised locally will benefit Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, a Children’s Miracle Network hospital.
Strangulation Death Prompts Reminder of Drawstring Dangers
February 17, 2009
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of 300,000 Hill Sportswear Inc., hooded drawstring sweatshirts after a 3-year-old boy was strangled to death when the drawstring in his sweatshirt became caught on playground equipment.
Research tests new drug to treat refractory partial seizures
February 16, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s is part of a multi-centered study investigating the use of a new drug to treat refractory partial seizures in children.
Study develops better ways to ID shunt blockages
February 3, 2009
A study at Le Bonheur Children’s may change the evaluation of children with excessive fluid on their brain.
Give Back This Valentine's Day
January 26, 2009
You know that warm feeling you get when you’re certain that someone truly cares for you. It’s easy to give that feeling to a child who needs it. Just send a valentine to help brighten a child’s day.
Urge Your Senators to Reauthorize a Vital Child Health Program
January 21, 2009
The Senate is set to vote on its SCHIP reauthorization bill in the coming weeks. Passage of this legislation is vital to the health of children in our community and across the nation because SCHIP provides health coverage to millions of children of low-income families.
Wilson Named Director of Volunteer Services
January 21, 2009
Dalene Wilson has been named the new director of Volunteer Services. She says she’s excited about the many opportunities volunteers have to enhance Le Bonheur’s family-centered care culture.
Violin Prodigy to Perform Free Concert at Le Bonheur
January 15, 2009
At 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19, 16-year-old concert violinist Jourdan Urbach, accompanied by pianist Dr. Karen Beluso, will perform a free concert at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center in the Auditorium. The concert is open to the public.
St. Jude to support state-of-the-art operating rooms at Le Bonheur
January 7, 2009
To ensure world-class facilities for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital brain tumor patients, the Board of Governors of St. Jude and the Board of Directors of ALSAC have approved a $7 million investment to provide state-of-the-art neurosurgical facilities at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Le Bonheur Club Kicks Off Gold Tag
January 7, 2009
The Le Bonheur Club kicked off the 2009 Gold Tag Fund Drive Tuesday, Jan. 6 at the University Club. The drive runs through March 31. Chairmen of the project are Peggy Lovell and Theresa Adams.
Radiology Chief Named
January 6, 2009
Le Bonheur Children’s has named Harris L. Cohen, MD, its new chief of Radiology.
Spine stapling brings relief for scoliosis
January 5, 2009
A new spine stapling surgery at Le Bonheur has given new alternatives to children with scoliosis. The procedure, which helps redirect the growth of the spine, is offered nationally at only 10-15 major pediatric spine centers.
Parents Share Thoughts on Health care with Obama's Administration
January 5, 2009
Mid-South parents shared their thoughts on the state of health care with U.S. President-elect Barack Obama’s administration recently. The hospital’s Family Partners Council hosted a “Make Your Voice Heard Forum” in the Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center auditorium on Tuesday, Dec. 30, at noon.
O'Connor Named Director of Public Policy
January 5, 2009
Maureen O’Connor has been named director of Public Policy for Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Trial studies treatment for ruptured appendicitis
January 2, 2009
Investigators at Le Bonheur Children’s are studying the best surgical approach to caring for children with ruptured appendicitis.
ED fellows study effect of physician in triage
January 1, 2009
Le Bonheur Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellows Janice Kezirian, MD, and Warees Muhammad, MD, are studying the effect of a Physician In Triage Area (PITA) on key performance indicators like Emergency Department length of stay, elopement rate, patient and provider satisfaction.
Happy Holidays at Le Bonheur
December 22, 2008
The holidays are in full-swing at Le Bonheur Children’s. Thanks to many special visitors and gifts, the children at the hospital are enjoying a festive holiday season.
Le Bonheur to Double NICU Services
December 17, 2008
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center today won approval from the Tennessee Health Services and Development Agency to expand its neonatal intensive care services by 30 beds.
Healthy Holidays
December 16, 2008
As the holidays approach, consider this your survival guide: A how-to from Le Bonheur experts on making sure your children’s stay healthy, remain busy and keep the peace during the next couple of weeks.
Warning system to gauge patient progress, improve care
December 15, 2008
Le Bonheur has launched a new warning system designed to effectively gauge a patient’s progress, reduce the number of patient codes and improve the outcome of care.
Safe Kids Mid-South in Partnership with CDC on National Child Injury Prevention Initiatives
December 15, 2008
A as part of the Safe Kids USA and Safe Kids Worldwide networks, Safe Kids Mid-South is supporting a new global effort to reduce the number of unintentional injuries to children around the world.
Christmas Wish List
December 8, 2008
Help make this Christmas bright for Le Bonheur patients. Donate items for holiday bags.
Canadian Ambassador Visits Le Bonheur Children's
December 4, 2008
The Honorable Michael Wilson, Canadian Ambassador to the United States, visits Le Bonheur Children's
Experts Recommend Vitamin D Increase for Kids
November 24, 2008
The American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends that children of all ages receive 400 IU of Vitamin D per day, which is twice the amount previously recommended.
Bedside Reporting Improves Family, Nurse Satisfaction
November 14, 2008
Study success spurs leaders to look for ways to expand family involvement.
Johnson promoted to Spiritual Care Director
November 11, 2008
Reverend Corey Johnson was recently promoted to the role of director of Spiritual Care at Le Bonheur Children’s.
Armour Presents Leading From Behind
November 7, 2008
Meri Armour, President and CEO of Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center will address the topic "Leading from Behind" during the Christian Brothers University (CBU) "Power Talks for Women" on Thursday, November 13, 6 p.m.
Robot Teaches Safety Lessons About Railroad Crossings
November 5, 2008
Children at Hollywood Success Academy and Le Bonheur Children’s learned important safety lessons from a robot.
New Cardiac MRI Services
November 3, 2008
New cardiac MRI services at Le Bonheur Children’s will ensure that children with heart disease can get complete diagnostic testing without leaving the region. The newest addition to Le Bonheur’s Heart Institute, cardiac MRI will allow physicians to take detailed images of the heart without radiation or invasive procedures.
Council Provides Support to Grieving Parents
October 23, 2008
Caregivers at health care institutions across Memphis have joined together to form the Mid-South Perinatal Bereavement Council (MSPBC) – a group designed to support medical professionals who care for parents who have experienced perinatal or infant loss.
Keeping Kids Safe on Halloween
October 21, 2008
Halloween is an exciting holiday for children, but they can be vulnerable to injury on this night.
Commercial Appeal, WREG Recognized for Work Covering Le Bonheur
October 20, 2008
Two local media outlets were recognized by the Tennessee Hospital Association for their work covering and supporting Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Pumpkin Run Was Huge Success
October 14, 2008
The 4th annual Kohl’s 5K Pumpkin Run and Family Walk Le Bonheur to benefit Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center was a huge success.
Carve Out Some Fun at the Pumpkin Run
October 9, 2008
From start to finish, the 4th annual Kohl’s Pumpkin Run and Family Walk is a scream for all ages. On Saturday, Oct. 11 at 9 a.m. more than 1,000 parents and children walk or run the 3.1 mile loop winding through an east Memphis neighborhood.
Fun Exercise and Healthy Food Choices Highlight Child Health Week 2008
October 9, 2008
West Tennessee children will do push ups with a mayor and learn how to choose and prepare healthy meals as part of Child Health Week. Several local events organized by Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center will spotlight easy ways to prevent childhood obesity.
Children's Foundation Donates $2.5 Million to Le Bonheur
October 7, 2008
The Children’s Foundation of Memphis (CFOM) recently announced a $2.5 million donation to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center. The hospital will name the new inpatient research area the “Children’s Foundation Pediatric Clinical Research Unit” in honor of their gift.
New Cardiac Surgeon Named
October 1, 2008
Christopher J. Knott-Craig, MD, has been named chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Le Bonheur Children’s.
Le Bonheur Children's Receives Excellence in Life Support Award
September 24, 2008
The Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Team at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center has received the “Excellence in Life Support Award” from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO).
Safety Alert: Simplicity Baby Sleepers Recalled
September 3, 2008
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to immediately stop using convertible "close-sleeper/bed-side sleeper" bassinets manufactured by Simplicity, Inc., of Reading, Pa. The bassinets have been involved in the strangulation deaths of two infants.
Three Honored by Memphis Woman Magazine
August 26, 2008
Three women were honored for their commitment to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center by Memphis Woman Magazine.
Le Bonheur Cardiologist Shows Off His LUV For Le Bonheur
August 13, 2008
Pediatric cardiologist Rush Waller, MD, took his love for Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center to a new level today. On Wednesday, Aug. 13, Dr. Waller unveiled his new Le Bonheur Utility Vehicle (LUV) – his new personal car that has been transformed into an ad on wheels for the hospital.
Le Bonheur Child Life Services Expand
August 12, 2008
Tripling of staff brings focus on helping families through hospital stay.
Ferry to lead endocrinology
July 31, 2008
Robert Ferry, Jr., MD, has been named medical director of Endocrinology at Le Bonheur Children's. Ferry has more than a decade of pediatric research and child advocacy experience.
CoverKids Came to Memphis For Enrollment Event
July 28, 2008
CoverKids representatives enrolled families in the comprehensive health insurance program from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30 in the lower lobby of Le Bonheur Children’s.
Lowes, Hallum Join Neuroscience Team
July 28, 2008
Will Lowes has been named service line director and Kim Hallum has been named director of Neuroscience Operations.
Genke, Edgecombe and Wildmon Assume New Roles
July 25, 2008
Jan Genke, Mike Edgecombe and Terry Wildmon have been tapped to fill new roles at Le Bonheur Children's.
Ginger Carney recognized by ILCA as Fellow
July 25, 2008
Ginger Carney, Clinical Director of Nutrition at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, was recently named by the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA) as a fellow.
Brewer earns clinical neuropsychology board certification
July 25, 2008
Neuropsychologist Vickie Brewer, Ph.D., recently earned her board certification in clinical neuropsychology.
Clarke Tapped To Lead EMU
July 25, 2008
Dr. Dave Clarke has been named medical director of Le Bonheur Children’s Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
Creative Therapy Brings Music to Patients' Ears
July 24, 2008
A world-renowned music therapist is helping the child life team at Le Bonheur hit all the right notes with patients.
Beat the Heat
July 21, 2008
As temperatures reach record highs this week, children should spend limited time outside during the heat of the day.
Pediatric Pulmonologist To See Patients In Tupelo
July 16, 2008
James Tutor, M.D., a board-certified pediatric pulmonologist, is now seeing children in Tupelo by appointment through the Le Bonheur Outreach Program.
Leave fireworks displays to the professionals
July 2, 2008
Fireworks-related injuries are common on and around July 4th. Learn how to protect your family.
Duncan Tapped By Governor
June 26, 2008
Gov. Phil Bredesen has named Bob Duncan as director of the Governor’s Office of Children’s Care Coordination.
Chaplain Invited to NAACP Leadership 500 Summit
June 13, 2008
Corey Johnson, Chaplain Manager at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, was recently invited to participate in the fourth Annual NAACP Leadership 500 Summit.
Le Bonheur Child Care Center Receives National Accreditation
June 11, 2008
Le Bonheur Early Intervention & Development (LEAD) recently was accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Senator Held Health Care Roundtable at Le Bonheur Children's
May 29, 2008
U.S. Senator Bob Corker (R-TN), who has dealt with the issue of health insurance as a businessman, as mayor of Chattanooga and as Tennessee's Commissioner of Finance and Administration, held a roundtable on health care at Le Bonheur Children's on Thursday, May 29.
New directors at Le Bonheur
May 20, 2008
Vickery, Hogg, Giles, Tidwell and Griffin were recently promoted into new roles.
Chester Co. Coach Sees Big Rewards From Walking
May 16, 2008
Destination Destin, a friendly competition among West Tennessee educators, has brought big rewards for Chester County High School teacher Lee Pipkin.
Le Bonheur Receives National Marketing Awards
May 14, 2008
The Marketing and Communications department at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center received 25 awards from state and national health care marketing organizations this spring.
Three Volunteers Recognized
May 8, 2008
Three hospital volunteers were recently recognized by Volunteer Memphis for their outstanding volunteer service to Le Bonheur.
Walk This Way Improves Safety in Orange Mound
May 3, 2008
Safe Kids and FedEx partner to improve pedestrian safety in Orange Mound.
Safe Kids Celebrates Twenty Years of Protecting Children
April 26, 2008
The accidental injury death rate for children ages 14 and under is down 45 percent in the United States since 1987.
Pedestrian Safety Improvement Plan for Orange Mound
April 25, 2008
Safety experts and community leaders will unveil a pedestrian safety improvement plan for the Orange Mound service center area
Le Bonheur Partners With The Children's Health Fund
April 23, 2008
Le Bonheur’s Community Outreach mobile health division launched a new partnership with The Children’s Health Fund to deliver comprehensive and coordinated, intensive primary care to children and families who do not have ready access to high quality health care on a continuous basis.
Le Bonheur Receives NACHRI Impact Award for A Common Thread of Exceptional Care Campaign
April 21, 2008
The National Association of Children’s Hospitals and Related Institutions (NACHRI) awarded Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center its inaugural Impact Award for the hospital’s A Common Thread of Exceptional Care communications campaign.
Everett Named Administrative Director of Perioperative Services
April 21, 2008
Patty Everett, RN, MSN, CNOR, is the new administrative director of Perioperative Services at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center. She has served as the interim administrative director of that department since December 2007.
Jackson Students Win Healthy Choices Contest
April 21, 2008
Two Jackson, Tenn. students are the winners of the Celebrate Healthy Choices contest by Le Bonheur Community Outreach. Alyse Flack, a student at Madison Academic High School won the in high school category. Benjamin Vinson a student at Thelma Barker Elementary School won in the elementary category.
Madeline goes to Nashville
April 14, 2008
Tim and Bridgette Flack along with their children Madeline and Eli recently went to the state capital to thank elected leaders for their support of Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and issues that pertain to children’s health care.
Thomas Hobson promoted to Child Life Director
April 3, 2008
Thomas Hobson has been promoted to director of Child Life at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center.
Le Bonheur Expands Services to Tupelo
April 2, 2008
Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center has joined forces with North Mississippi Medical Center to provide pediatric sub-specialty services to children in the Tupelo area, giving local families more specialized healthcare options closer to home.
Appointment to create CDC, Le Bonheur partnership
March 19, 2008
Bryan Williams, Ph.D., an environmental epidemiologist-toxicologist at Le Bonheur Children's, has been named deputy chief at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Pediatric Cardiology Fellow wins Young Investigator Award
March 18, 2008
Dr. Kenneth Knecht, second-year pediatric cardiology fellow at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center, recently received the 2008 Society for Pediatric Research Young Investigator Award.
Gun Safety Prevents Injuries
March 17, 2008
Children don't know the difference between real or toy guns, or fully understand the consequences of their actions before age 8. Follow these gun safety tips to prevent needless tragedies.
Babytime Furniture Makes Dream Come True for One New Mother
March 12, 2008
Le Bonheur family receives a nursery makeover from Babytime Memphis.
Safe Tweens photography contest
March 11, 2008
Mid-South tweens get your cameras ready. Safe Kids Mid-South is hosting a Safe Tweens photography contest to celebrate Safe Kids Week 2008.
Echocardiography Laboratory Tops in Region
March 3, 2008
The Cardiovascular Institute at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center has been named by a national organization as a top pediatric echocardiography laboratory. Le Bonheur's lab is the first pediatric accredited lab in the state and the region including Kentucky, Arkansas and Mississippi.
All Children Need Flu Shot, Immunization Experts Recommend
February 28, 2008
In the midst of a busy flu season, a new recommendation comes that all children from 6 months to the age of 18 receive a flu shot.
Le Bonheur Opens Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
February 26, 2008
Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center recently opened the new Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit designed around the unique needs of critically ill neonatal and pediatric patients with congenital heart defects.
Dr. Jerome Thompson Selected for JDRF Lay Review Committee
February 21, 2008
Dr. Jerome Thompson, MBA has been selected to participate on the Lay Review Committee of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, (JDRF).
Le Bonheur Breaks Ground for New Hospital
February 14, 2008
Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center broke ground at a Feb. 14 ceremony, celebrating the beginning of construction for the new children's hospital. The 610,000 square foot, 12-story hospital is the largest investment by a non- profit organization in a free-standing facility in Shelby County.
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare Among Nation's Top Integrated Health Networks
February 5, 2008
Methodist Le Bonheur ranked by Verispan as top IHN.
New Leaders Appointed at Le Bonheur Children's
January 28, 2008
Several individuals at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center have assumed new leadership roles.
Flu Season at Peak: Parents Urged to Contact Pediatricians
January 25, 2008
The flu season may be reaching its peak, physicians at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital say. Visits to the Emergency Department reached an all time high this week.
Safe Kids Tennessee Reminds Kids to Buckle Up
January 18, 2008
Thirty years ago this month, Tennessee was the first state in the country to adopt a law mandating that all children under the age of 4 ride in a child safety seat while traveling in a motor vehicle.
Scouts Learn Auto Safety and Earn Patch
January 7, 2008
Wolf Cubs from Germantown United Methodist Church's Pack 64 started the new year by participating in an automotive safety patch program.
Chaplain honored
January 4, 2008
Corey Johnson, chaplain at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center, received the Henry Logan Starks Award for Outstanding African American Alumni of the Year from Memphis Theological Seminary.
William Phillips named new VP of Community Outreach
December 19, 2007
William Phillips, Ph.D., has been named vice president of Community Outreach at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center.
Neuro nurse hopes research will prevent head injuries
December 18, 2007
A team at Le Bonheur Children's Neuroscience Institute is conducting one of the first nursing research studies of its kind to look at the use of helmets in preventing head injury.
College Student Given New Lease on Life
December 12, 2007
University of Memphis student, Stephen Rogers, is one of the first patients in the country to receive the newest model of VNS (vagus nerve stimulation) Therapy, an FDA approved device for the treatment of refractory epilepsy.
Le Bonheur Club Leads December Toy Drive For Bunny Room
December 10, 2007
Help bring a smile to the faces of area children undergoing surgery. The Le Bonheur Club is holding a December toy drive for the Bunny Room.
Safe Kids Mid-South Offers Guidelines for Toy Shopping
December 3, 2007
Multiple toy recalls this year make it difficult to find the perfect toy that's also safe. Safe Kids Mid-South offer a few tips to make your child's holiday safe and your toy selection a bit easier.
Mid-South Schools Donate More than $18,000 to Le Bonheur
November 27, 2007
This fall students at 21 Mid-South schools helped raise more than $18,000 for Le Bonheur.
Three Teachers Win Healthy Incentive Contest
November 26, 2007
Three creative ideas by West Tennessee teachers show healthy ways to reward students.
Community-Associated MRSA Information Sheet
November 13, 2007
A child was recently admitted to Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center with Community-Acquired Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA). Because of this, we've put together some information to help parents and schools understand staf and to take the proper precautions.
Le Bonheur Children's Begins Drive to Expansion
November 8, 2007
Two years after Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center announced plans to renovate and expand the current hospital campus, the first public step toward the building of the new hospital happened Thurs., Nov. 8.
Navigating the Cold and Flu Season
October 29, 2007
Cold, flu, bronchiolitis? Between runny noses, coughs, fevers and sneezing, it's tough for parents to know exactly what's wrong with their child and how to best help them. The experts at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center offer parents their tips to surviving the winter bugs.
Step To It Safely This Halloween
October 23, 2007
Did you know that October 31 is the most dangerous day of the year for child pedestrians?
Help Le Bonheur Patients Celebrate Halloween
October 11, 2007
Want to help make sure every Le Bonheur patient gets to celebrate the Harvest Festival? Le Bonheur’s Child Life department is looking for new costumes in all sizes – infant to 18 years old – for patients who will spend October 31 at the hospital.
Safe Kids Mid-South and FedEx Lead Local Activities For International Walk To School
October 1, 2007
In observance of International Walk to School Day Celebrations in October, Safe Kids Mid-South and FedEx volunteers will host several events to raise awareness about being safe pedestrians.
New Technology Provides Insight to Complex Brain Disorders
September 27, 2007
New technology at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center will allow physicians to map children's brains to better understand and treat neurological conditions such as autism, epilepsy and brain tumors. The hospital will be the third pediatric medical center in the country to house a magnetocephalography (MEG) laboratory.
Le Bonheur Names New Vice Presidents
September 21, 2007
Three leaders at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center have been promoted into new roles. Bob Duncan has been named vice president of Planning and Strategy. Wyatt Howell is the new vice president of Ambulatory Services. Rick Kanschat will become administrative director of Support Services.
Le Bonheur Celebrates 15 Years of Safe Kids
September 19, 2007
This September, Helms and Safe Kids Mid-South will celebrate the organization’s 15th birthday. Helms is the coordinator of Safe Kids Mid-South and director of injury prevention at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Delta Rural Health Initiative Continues in West Tennessee
September 11, 2007
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) recently awarded Le Bonheur Community Outreach and the Hardeman County Health Center a $1.53 million grant over three years to provide health education and promotion programs in 20 counties in West Tennessee.
Bluff City Blues 100 Bicycle Tour to Benefit Le Bonheur
September 10, 2007
The Bluff City Blues 100 Bicycle Tour, sponsored by the Memphis Hightailers Bicycle Club, will be held Saturday, October 13.
Le Bonheur hosts SCHIP event
September 6, 2007
Le Bonheur was the site of a Sept. 6 rally to support healthy children and families.
Aristocrat of Bands to Perform for Le Bonheur Patients
August 30, 2007
Tennessee State University's "Aristocrat of Bands" will strut down the street for patients and families at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center Friday, September 7 at 4:00 p.m.
New MRI Extends Care of Neuroscience Institute
August 30, 2007
The new 3 Tesla GE Excite HDx Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center will provide a greater level of detail and higher resolution and support neurosurgical and cardiac programs.
Dare To Be You Builds Skills in Preschoolers and their Families
August 27, 2007
A program offered by the Le Bonheur's Center for Children and Parents is seeing positive long-term effects on the development levels of preschoolers whose parents attend the Dare to be You seminar with their parents.
Toxicologist Warns Parents About Risk for Lead Poisoning
August 24, 2007
In light of Mattel's recall of 250,000 toys due to their lead content, officials at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center encourage parents to remove the recalled toys, which may contain excessive levels of lead.
Toxicologist Warns Parents About Risk for Lead Poisoning
August 23, 2007
In light of Mattel's recall of 250,000 toys due to their lead content, officials at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center encourage parents to remove the recalled toys, which may contain excessive levels of lead. In most cases, cleaning the play area will be enough to remove the risk.
Le Bonheur Magazine, Editor Wins National Award
August 22, 2007
The Le Bonheur magazine was recently selected as the 2007 Clarion Award Winner in the Best Overall Internal Magazine category by the Association of Women in Communications.
FM 100 Radiothon Raises $95,000 for Le Bonheur
August 14, 2007
The Ninth Annual Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center’s Radiothon with FM 100 raised $95,000 for the hospital August 2 and 3. Thanks to generous donations of individuals, organizations and corporations, the funds will be used to help improve healthcare for children across the region.
Smith & Nephew Makes Million Dollar Pledge to Le Bonheur Campaign
August 9, 2007
Smith & Nephew, a global leader in orthopaedics, recently presented a $1 million pledge to the campaign to build the new Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Getting Ready for School
August 3, 2007
The new school year is almost here. The Memphis and Shelby County Health Department wants to help parents get their children ready to attend school on the first day with all the necessary requirements.
Listen to the stories from the 9th Annual Le Bonheur Radiothon
August 2, 2007
Listen to the stories from the 9th Annual Le Bonheur Radiothon on FM100
Collierville Children Host Birthday Parties for Le Bonheur
July 31, 2007
Three Collierville children recently celebrated their birthdays by supporting Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Gilmore and Graham Join Le Bonheur’s Foundation
July 25, 2007
Fund-raising professionals Ethel Gilmore and Cynthia Graham recently joined the Foundation at Le Bonheur.
Lead-Based Paint: A Problem of the Past?
July 24, 2007
Although the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the use of lead-based paint in housing in 1978, lead-based paint remains the top cause for lead poisoning in children.
First Patient Enrolls in STOPSC Registry
July 16, 2007
Matthew Sledge, a 10-year-old from Water Valley, Miss., was the first patient to be enrolled in the STOPSC registry, a multi-center database and DNA repository for patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC).
Six Join Le Bonheur’s Pharmacy Department
July 13, 2007
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center has added six faculty and staff additions to the Pharmacy Department. Also, seven University of Tennessee Health Science Center pharmacy students are currently working with the department as well.
ATVs Pose Significant Safety Risk to Children
July 12, 2007
ATV-related deaths and injuries have substantially increased across all age groups, as bigger and faster all-terrain vehicles have been introduced in the past decade. Children younger than 16 face the highest risks.
Junior League Funds Nutrition Teaching Room At Le Bonheur
July 6, 2007
The Junior League of Memphis recently pledged $25,000 to the campaign to build the new Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center. The gift will fund the Nutrition Teaching Room in the new hospital which is scheduled to open in 2010.
Water Safety Tips for Kids
July 5, 2007
Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional injury-related death among children ages 1 to 14 and the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death among children age 1 to 4.
Cans for Kids
June 27, 2007
Roughly 10,000 cans were collected for Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center during the hospital’s recent aluminum can drive.
Le Bonheur Unveils Plan To Build The FedEx Family House
June 26, 2007
Le Bonheur announces plan to build The FedEx Family House, the first facility to provide housing for families of patients receiving extended care at Le Bonheur.
Le Bonheur and UTHSC Welcomes 28 Pediatric Interns
June 25, 2007
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center welcomed 28 Pediatric or Internal Medicine/Pediatric interns.
Physicians Dancing to Send Cardiac Kids to Camp
June 22, 2007
Put on your dancing shoes! The 5th annual Dancsmiths’ Fred Astaire “Young at Heart” Charity Ball benefiting the Le Bonheur Cardiac Kids Camp will be held Sept. 22.
Snowboarder visits patients
June 19, 2007
Olympic snowboarder, bronze medalist and liver transplant recipient, Chris Klug recently visited transplant patients at Le Bonheur.
Condolences for the victims of the Cars for Kids accident
June 18, 2007
The physicians, Associates and patients at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center express their condolences to the victims and their families of the tragic accident at the Cars for Kids charity event.
Jamaican Nurses Visit Le Bonheur to Learn About American Pediatric Care
June 18, 2007
13 nurses from Jamaica spent a week at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center learning about pediatric care in the United States.
Dialysis Patient Amanda Jones Wins Duncanson Award
June 18, 2007
Amanda Jones was recently selected as the 2007 Stephen Duncanson Award winner. The 18 -year-old is a dialysis patient at Le Bonheur and is waiting to be placed on the transplant list for a new kidney.
Healing Hearts 8,000 Miles From Home
June 8, 2007
Follow Whitney Partin, CVICU patient care coordinator, at Le Bonheur, on a journey to heal little hearts in Nairobi, Kenya.
Cans for Kids: Le Bonheur calls on community to donate cans
June 5, 2007
The Le Bonheur Foundation will be holding an aluminum can drive on Tuesday, June 19.
Original Hospital Architect Views Plans for New Le Bonheur
June 5, 2007
More than 50 years ago, Sue Hughes helped her father design the first and only children’s hospital in the region.
Collierville Wal-Mart Gives Hospital $1,000 Shopping Spree
June 5, 2007
The Collierville Wal-Mart presented Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center with a $1,000 shopping spree Thursday, May 31.
Jennifer Havens Joins Neuroscience Institute
June 1, 2007
Jennifer Havens recently joined Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center as the manager of the Neuroscience Institute.
Safe Kids Offers Free Safety Checks for Parents
May 29, 2007
When Safe Kids Mid-South, part of a world-wide campaign to prevent accidental injuries to children and headquartered at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, reviewed child safety seat installations in 2000, nearly 95 percent were being used incorrectly. Today's data is only slightly better.
Ben's Boat -- A Child's Tale
May 24, 2007
Join Ben as he takes a trip down the Mississippi River. Book sale proceeds will go to Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center.
Le Bonheur Wins Best-of-Show Honors, Other Awards
May 18, 2007
The “Common Thread of Exceptional Care” campaign by Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center was recently recognized with five best-of-show honors in national, state and local industry competitions.
Evy Montgomery: Mid-South Safe Kid of the Year
May 18, 2007
Safe Kids Mid-South announced the 2007 Safe Kid of the Year and honorable mentions on May 5 at the Safe Kids Family Funfest at The Bass Pro Shops.
Collierville Wal-Mart Gives Hospital Shopping Spree
May 17, 2007
Wal-Mart will present Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center with a $1,000 shopping spree on Thursday, May 31, 1-2 p.m.
First Tennessee has a Heart for Le Bonheur
May 15, 2007
First Tennessee Bank and its customers have donated $60,925 to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Family Affair Raises $125,000 for Le Bonheur
May 15, 2007
During the past seven weeks, six local families have raised $125,000 for Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Campaign for “Fit Schools” Will Tackle Childhood Obesity in West Tennessee
May 14, 2007
The three- to five-year “Fit Schools” program will focus on four West Tennessee school districts to promote good nutrition and increased physical activity in an effort to decrease childhood obesity.
Calling all teen volunteers
May 10, 2007
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center is looking for teen volunteers. The hospital is partnering with Volunteer Memphis, Memphis TEEN Volunteers (MTV) to fill its summer teen volunteer vacancies.
Whitney Partin Receives Outstanding Nursing Student Award
May 8, 2007
Whitney Partin, RN, MSN, CCRN, recently received the Outstanding Nursing Administration Student Award from the Loewenberg School of Nursing at the University of Memphis.
Surgical brain tumor program featured in the Commercial Appeal
May 2, 2007
The Commercial Appeal featured Le Bonheur’s surgical brain tumor program in a three-part series.
Greek Fest to benefit Le Bonheur
May 1, 2007
Portions of gate admission fees for this year’s Greek Fest will benefit Le Bonheur.
Carnes Elementary Students Take Walking Field Trip to Le Bonheur’s World Asthma Day Festival
April 27, 2007
Carnes Elementary School students will take a walking field trip on Tuesday, May 1 to Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center for the World Asthma Day festival.
Volunteer Group Donates $198,500 Toward New Hospital Construction
April 23, 2007
The TWIGS (Together We Initiate Growth and Sharing) of Le Bonheur recently presented Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center with a check in the amount of $198,500 at TWIGS Day.
St. Agnes Idol Raises $3,700
April 22, 2007
St. Agnes raised their voices to support Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center with their second annual St. Agnes Idol on March 22.
Looking for the Mid-South Safe Kid of the Year
April 18, 2007
Safe Kids Mid-South and Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center are looking for the 2007 Safe Kid of the Year. The child will be recognized during Safe Kids Week (April 29 - May 6), a weeklong focus on safe behaviors to prevent drowning, falls, bike injury, pedestrian injury and motor vehicle occupant injury.
Blevins Named Director of Care Management
April 16, 2007
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center has named Debbie Blevins, R.N., as its new director of care management.
Lindsey Tapped As Neurosciences Clinical Director
April 16, 2007
Connie Lindsey, RN, MSN, CNA, BC, has been named clinical director of Neurosciences at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Mohat Named Clinical Director of ICU/TCU
April 16, 2007
Mike Mohat, RN, BSN, is the new clinical director of the Intensive Care Unit and Transitional Care Unit at Le Bonheur.
Have a scoop. Support the kids.
April 13, 2007
Join Ben & Jerry’s for Global Free Cone Day. Three local Ben & Jerry’s stores will offer customers a free ice cream cone on Tuesday, April 17 from 12 noon - 8 pm. All they ask is that you make a donation to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Former Patients: Share Your Stories
April 13, 2007
As Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center is preparing to build a new hospital, we’re looking for former patients who can help celebrate the hospital’s history of caring for Mid-South children since 1952.
Healthy Body, Healthy Mind to feature Dr. James Wheless
April 11, 2007
On Saturday, May 12, the Healthy Body, Healthy Mind show on WKNO/Channel 10 will feature Dr. James Wheless, the director of the Neuroscience Institute at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center. The episode will air at 5:30 p.m.
Take Control of Your Child’s Asthma: Le Bonheur Offers Practical Tips at World Asthma Day Celebration
April 5, 2007
On May 1 Le Bonheur will hold a World Asthma Day educational festival for local school children and parents. From 9 a.m. to noon, children will complete fun activities as they learn about what can trigger asthma and hear from other asthmatics who have learned to control the disease. Students will also receive health screenings with parental permission.
West Tennessee High School Students To Experience Mock DUI Crash Scene
April 2, 2007
At two West Tennessee high schools a mock DUI crash with a car and actors will be staged. Local law enforcement and rescue personnel will be conducting this event and it will be worked as a real crash.
Cordova Girls Raise $146 Selling Sodas for Le Bonheur
April 1, 2007
Ten year olds Alex Collier and Sydney Reynolds recently raised $146 for Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center by setting up a soda stand in Cordova.
Fourth Grade Students of IT Montgomery School Raise Money for Le Bonheur
March 29, 2007
For fourth graders in Mound Bayou, Miss., running a business recently resulted in an act of philanthropy. Under the guidance of their teachers, Ms. Deana White and Mrs. Emma Fontaine, the fourth grade students of I T Montgomery School donated $450 to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Senatobia Teens Host Fashion Show to Benefit Le Bonheur
March 29, 2007
A 4-H club in Senatobia, Miss. is continuing the vision – and sewing – of the Le Bonheur Club. The 15 children, ages 7 – 18, of the 4-H Stitchers will host a fashion show to display their talents, as well as raise money to help build the new Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
College Students from Across the County Spend Spring Break at Le Bonheur
March 12, 2007
While most college students are enjoying Spring Break on the beach this week, a group Texas A&M and University of South Florida students are in Memphis, volunteering at Le Bonheur.
Spot the Tot: A Program to Protect Children Around Vehicles
March 12, 2007
Safe Kids Mid-South, headquartered at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center and part of a worldwide campaign to prevent accidental childhood injuries, announces Spot the Tot, a program to protect children around vehicles.
Sign Up for the Parent E-Newsletter Today!
March 12, 2007
This spring, Le Bonheur will launch a new parent e-newsletter to keep our parents up-to-date with childhood issues, illnesses and preventative medicine.
Finding Resources for Children with Special Needs
March 9, 2007
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center will host a Child Advocacy Forum for parents of children with special needs on Saturday, April 14, 2007 from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. in the Le Bonheur Auditorium.
Southern Security Raises Funds for Le Bonheur
March 9, 2007
Southern Security Federal Credit Union, recently presented a $6,000 check to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center at its annual meeting. The credit union’s staff raised money by selling over 2,900 bags of pecan candies during the holidays.
Le Bonheur TWIGS Spring Bedding Plant Sale
March 5, 2007
Support the children of Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center by purchasing your spring bedding plants and hanging baskets from TWIGS.
Summer Camps Promote Physical Fun For Kids
February 12, 2007
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center will offer special summer camps for children with asthma and cardiac-related diagnoses.
Enchanted Forest Raises More Than $160,000
January 15, 2007
The 2006 Enchanted Forest-Festival of Trees was an overwhelming success and raised more than $160,000 to benefit Le Bonheur. The event was presented by the TWIGS (Together We Initiate Growth and Sharing) of Le Bonheur.
Find it Fast - Le Bonheur Launches Resource Guide to Highlight Hospital Services
January 8, 2007
Call it one-stop shopping for all things Le Bonheur. Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center is publishing its first resource guide, which features all the hospital’s services.
Morgan Foundation receives grant to further study of PSC
January 8, 2007
The Musette and Allen Morgan, Jr. Foundation for the Study of Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC), headquartered at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, recently received a $20,000 contribution from PSC Partners Seeking a Cure.
Le Bonheur’s Neuropsychologist Selected as President-Elect for State Association
January 8, 2007
Dr. Vickie Brewer, a neuropsychologist at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, was elected president of the Tennessee Psychological Association. She will serve a 3-year term as president-elect, president, and past-president leading the organization.
Methodist Le Bonheur CONs Approved by State
December 20, 2006
New Le Bonheur to be built, Germantown hospital to be expanded
Dates Filling Up – Book Le Bonheur on the Move Soon!
December 19, 2006
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center’s mobile health unit is available to travel to your day care, school, church or health fair in 2007. Dates are booking up quickly, so reserve the free service today.
Leading Child Health Groups Present Key Priorities for SCHIP Reauthorization
December 12, 2006
Leading children's health organizations release a report that identifies key issues that must be addressed in reauthorizing the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). They also called on federal policymakers to make SCHIP reauthorization a top 2007 priority in the 110th Congress.
Le Bonheur Adds Cardiac Experts
December 7, 2006
Dr. Antonio Cabrera and Dr. Umar Boston recently joined Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center’s Cardiac Institute, the only pediatric cardiovascular program in the Mid-South.
New MRI Approved for Le Bonheur
November 22, 2006
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center received approval in November from the state 3.0T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit. The MRI will allow Le Bonheur to better accommodate physicians’ requests and improve patient care.
New President Named at Le Bonheur
November 22, 2006
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center named Meri Armour, MSN, MBA, as president/chief executive officer recently. Armour will relocate to Memphis from Cleveland, Ohio, in January. She most recently served as senior vice president and general manager of Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, MacDonald Hospital for Woman and Ireland Cancer Center
Le Bonheur Urgent Care - East Location Annouces Holiday Hours
November 17, 2006
In order to best serve you, Le Bonheur Urgent Care has announced its special holiday hours for the East Location at Poplar and Estate Place.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nurse Practitioners
November 5, 2006
Le Bonheur is celebrating Nurse Practitioner Week 2006 on November 5-11. What does a Nurse Practitioner do? Le Bonheur has provided frequently asked questions for patients and parents.
Memphis Business Journal wins Award from THA
November 1, 2006
The Memphis Business Journal won the Community Service Award from the Tennessee Hosptial Association (THA) for its dedication in providing objective healthcare coverage about Le Bonheur and other hospitals in the Memphis Area.
VEPTR - Correcting the Spine without Affecting the Spine
November 1, 2006
Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center is pleased to announce that it is one of only several children’s hospitals in the country to offer a newly approved treatment for Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome (TIS), a condition caused by congenital or early onset scoliosis, and for hypoplastic thorax syndromes, such as Jeune Syndrome.
Imaging System adds Visibility, Navigation to Orthopaedic Surgery
November 1, 2006
Each year the orthopaedic team at Le Bonheur performs up to 80 spine procedures for issues such as scoliosis, congenital defects, spinal trauma and tumor resection.
New Technology Approved for Le Bonheur
October 31, 2006
MEMPHIS, TN – Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center recenlty received approval from the State of Tennessee’s Health Services and Development Agency for a Certificate of Need for a state-of-the-art magnetocephalography (MEG) laboratory. The MEG is a clinical first for a five-state area including Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Mississippi. Le Bonheur will be the third pediatric medical center in the U.S. to house a MEG laboratory.
Webcast Interest "Exceeds Expectations"
October 30, 2006
More than 1,300 viewers logged on recently to watch a live Webcast of a brain surgery performed at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center.
Live Webcast Aired on October 4
October 5, 2006
In a live webcast on Wednesday, October 4 at 3:00 p.m. (CST), surgeons at the Neuroscience Institute at Le Bonheur performed a pediatric hemispherectomy.
Aristocrat of Bands to Strut its Stuff for Le Bonheur Patients
September 13, 2006
Tennessee State University’s “Aristocrat of Bands” will strut and sway down the street for patients and families at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center at 4:30pm on Friday, September 15.
Health Department offers Physicals and Exams for School-aged Children
July 5, 2006
It's not too early to prepare for the start of school in the fall. The Memphis and Shelby County Health Department can help parents meet the requirements by providing school and childcare physicals and immunizations.
Happy Birthday Le Bonheur - Community Legend Celebrates 54th Year of Children's Healthcare
June 15, 2006
On Thursday, June 15, Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center will celebrate 54 years of providing exceptional care to children throughout the Mid-South.
Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center Hires New Members to Hospital Foundation
June 1, 2006
Three women join the Foundation at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center.
www.lebonheur.org Gets a New Look
June 1, 2006
When you logged on to our Web site today did you get a surprise? A brand new site? After many months of planning and work, the Web Services department has completed the site's major transformation.
Jackson’s LEAD Program Accredited by NAEYC
May 24, 2006
LEAD (Le Bonheur Early Intervention and Development) has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children - the nation's leading organization of early childhood professionals.
TWIGS of Le Bonheur Donate $205,500 to Le Bonheur
May 15, 2006
The TWIGS of Le Bonheur recently donated $205,500 to Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center.
Dr. Boop Named President-Elect
May 10, 2006
Dr. Fredrick Boop was named president-elect of the American Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery.
Canadian National Railroad Donates $1 million to Le Bonheur
May 5, 2006
CN, the North American railroad industry leader, announced on April 21 a $1-million gift to Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center.
Le Bonheur's Level IV Comprehensive Epilepsy Center Featured on Epliepsy.com
April 24, 2006
Chief Neurologist James Wheless, M.D., and Chief Neuropsychologist Vickie Brewer, Ph.D., discussed the elevation of Le Bonheur's Epilepsy Center.
It's Not Too Early to Start Preparing for Next School Year
April 20, 2006
It’s never too early to begin planning for the coming school year. Parents can help their child be ready to attend school on the first day by making sure all the necessary requirements are taken care of weeks ahead of time.
National Honor Society chapter from Paragould, Ark. makes $1,000 donation to Le Bonheur
April 20, 2006
46 Paragould High School National Honor Society students and sponsors Charles Nelson and Lori Dial presented $1,000 to Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center in Memphis, Tenn.
East Memphis Host to New Le Bonheur Urgent Care Center
January 30, 2006
New urgent care clinic provides convenience and prime location for parents living in East Memphis
Le Bonheur President Becomes Operations Chief for Methodist
December 15, 2005
Peggy Troy to transition to COO of Methodist Healthcare in February 2006
Le Bonheur Opens Renovated Emergency Department
November 17, 2005
Ribbon cutting and open house of the newly renovated emergency department at Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center
Le Bonheur Doctor Receives American Academy of Pediatrics Award
October 26, 2005
Dr. Spooner Recognized For His Contributions to the Field of IT in Pediatrics
Le Bonheur Doctor Pioneers Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Breakthrough
August 23, 2005
Using breakthrough technology, Dr. John DeVincenzo, infectious disease investigator at Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center and the Children's Foundation Research Center, is helping provide a better treatment option for patients suffering from respiratory syncytial virus, commonly known as RSV.
Le Bonheur Neuroscience Team Expands Excellence
August 23, 2005
Team Opens New Clinic and Adds Three Physicians
Le Bonheur Announces a $300 Million Expansion
June 15, 2005
The hospital plans to raise $100 million to fund the 1,000,000 square foot facility expansion project.
Surgical Webcasts
October 28, 2004
Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center is proud to offer live surgical webcasts. Viewers can watch physician and patient interviews and e-mail questions to the host physician. Referrals and appointments can also be made during the webcast.
WoOberry doll-maker and author to visit Le Bonheur Children's
Author and doll-maker Melissa Conroy will visit Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center and host workshops in Memphis, Tenn., Jan. 28-Jan. 30.
Le Bonheur now an accredited school
Since its opening in 1952, Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center has been dedicated to providing exceptional health care services to children, and now it can add another service to its expansive list. Le Bonheur is now a school - officially recognized as a Type VII Non-Public Tennessee School.
Art in the New Hospital Aims to Heal
With Le Bonheur’s new facility set to open in 2010, an effort to fill its walls with soothing, inspirational artwork has begun. A team of artists, art teachers and art lovers – led by volunteer Linda Hill – will carefully select the artwork and make sure that all pieces fit within the vision for art in the new facility.
YALL to support hospital
YALL, a new young professionals group dedicated to supporting Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, recently held its first organizational meeting of 2008.
Safe Kids Weeks 2010
Safe Kids Week 2010
National Folic Acid Awareness Week
The Memphis and Shelby County Health Department and the National Council on Folic Acid recognize January 8 - 14, 2007 as National Folic Acid Awareness Week. The purpose of this health observance is to reduce preventable birth defects by recommending that women of childbearing age have a daily intake of 400 micrograms of folic acid.
Davis Kidd Gives Back Program
Davis-Kidd Booksellers, independent community bookstore in Memphis, has adopted Le Bonheur as a Community Program Partner in their new David-Kidd Gives Back program.
