The Best Thing for Him: Miller’s Treatment for HLHS
Before he was even born, Miller was diagnosed with hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS). A rare congenital heart defect in which the left side of the heart is extremely underdeveloped, HLHS prevents normal blood flow through the heart.
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Home is Where the Heart Heals: Innovative Care for Infants
Philanthropy enables the Heart Institute to invest in personnel and infrastructure, allowing the team to pioneer new and innovative programs for young cardiac patients.
Expanding Access to Care: The Diehl Family and Friends Endowed Fund for Transportation
A lack of transportation contributes to more than 5,000 missed appointments at UPMC Children’s per year. For children with complex medical needs, these appointments can determine the trajectory of their lives. Katie and Matt Diehl have established an endowed fund to address a key disparity in accessing health care for kids and families in our […]
UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation Announces $200 Million Fundraising Campaign
PITTSBURGH, September 10, 2024 — UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation announced today the launch of a comprehensive campaign, “This Moment: Put a Child’s Future First”, the largest fundraising effort in the history of UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. With the overall goal of $200 million, the campaign for UPMC Children’s will expand tools and technology to advance clinical care, accelerate […]
Home Away from Home: How Zoey’s Medical Team Kept Her Comfortable
Zoey’s journey at UPMC Children’s began with a few minor but unsettling symptoms. The four-year–old began experiencing random fevers and soon stopped eating altogether. Her concerned mother, Asterria, sought answers from their local hospital. The diagnosis was strep throat—an explanation that didn’t quite fit the severity of Zoey’s condition. Determined to find an answer, Asterria […]
Record-breaking DVE Rocks Children’s Radiothon
The 17th annual DVE Rocks Children’s Radiothon raised a record $1,132,950 during 26 hours of broadcast live from UPMC Children’s September 18 – 20. In a single moment, life can change for a child and their family. Those who supported Radiothon 2024 helped to achieve the care, treatment, and cures every child deserves. Thank you […]
Patient Update: Lowin’s Story
Lowin came home two days after a 9-hour brain surgery that most surgeons wouldn’t dare to attempt because her tumor location is inoperable. Her parents are forever grateful that Dr. Abel was theirdaughter’s surgeon, and they say they will always sing his praises.
Moving Mountains: Kenny’s Remarkable Recovery
On March 4, 2024, Emily experienced what can only be described as every parent’s worst nightmare. She was holding her 2-year-old, Kenny, in her lap, attempting to rock the toddler to sleep. Suddenly, Kenny grabbed her chest, vomited, and went limp in her mother’s arms. Panic-stricken, Emily immediately called 911. Kenny was rushed to the […]
Ariel Memorial CrossFit Fundraiser
This past May, Sonya Silvaggio and her fellow CrossFit enthusiasts hosted the 5th Annual Ariel Memorial WOD (Workout of the Day), a heart-pumping fundraiser to honor Sonya’s late daughter.