C.S. Mott Children's

🎊🎉For the 19th year in a row, Mott ranked among the nation’s BEST children’s hospitals by @usnews. We’re thankful for our extraordinary patients, families, team members, nurses and physicians, who make this achievement possible year after year. Hail! mottchildren.org/usnews.

What if pediatric mental health care started in primary care? A decade of data shows a new model is improving access, outcomes and training. How primary care and psychiatry are working hand-in-hand to improve care for young patients: michmed.org/VdNz4

❤️Born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, 1-year-old Auggie Stevenson is now waiting for a heart transplant. While his body is strengthened with an external heart pump, it could 1 year before a donor heart is available. Learn more with @CBSDetroit. cbsnews.com/detroit/news/w…

💙 This #GivingBlueDay, your support helps power programs like the Charles Woodson Endowed Clinical Research Fund, Paws4Patients, and Dance Marathon at the University of Michigan, bringing research, comfort and hope to #LittleVictors. Donate today at victors.us/gbdmimed26.

🌈🍀The tiniest lucky charms celebrating their first St. Patrick's Day!

1 in 3 parents worry their teen or young adult could cause a crash. Over half have seen unsafe driving, including speeding, tailgating or texting. But most still rate their child’s driving as average or better than peers. More from the @csmottpoll: michmed.org/bQWRD

Team ILLUMINE has been selected by @CancerGrandChallenges to receive up to $25m over five years to take on one of cancer’s toughest challenges. Congratulations to John Prensner! Learn more about the grant at michmed.org/mD9kQ

When Nora couldn't open her eyes at birth, just like her brother, her family wanted answers. Whole genome sequencing confirmed a rare diagnosis that finally brought clarity: michmed.org/nVJ7Q “The hardest part was living in the unknown,” her mom said. #RareDiseaseDay

To celebrate @Pokemon's 30th anniversary today, we asked our team at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital for their favorite pocket monsters. Spoiler alert: the first-generation starters are well-represented. #Pokemon30

A routine ultrasound revealed a complex heart condition for baby Jakob. Through coordinated care at @MottChildren & @TrinityHealthMI Oakland, he received specialized local support before surgery: michmed.org/VdV57 Today, he’s thriving. 💛💙 #HeartMonth #CHD

Two heartbeats. One future. ❤️ Pregnancy can shape a woman’s long-term heart health. Complications like preeclampsia can raise risk decades later. How the Cardio-Obstetrics Program at Michigan Medicine is working to protect moms’ hearts: michmed.org/rwGYq #HeartMonth

Every second matters in a cardiac emergency. ❤️ @MottDocs pediatric cardiologist Dr. Jeff Zampi shows how anyone can use an automated external defibrillator (AED) to help. “You don’t have to be a doctor to save a life.” #HeartMonth #AED #EmergencyPreparedness

Young people with complex congenital heart disease face both physical and emotional challenges. Research from the @MottDocs congenital heart team shows building resilience may not only boost mental health but also improve heart outcomes: michmed.org/dYrY9 #HeartMonth

💙⛳Thanks to Mott Golf Classic for being the presenting sponsor of Save A Heart, our campaign to raise awareness and funds for the one in 110 children in the U.S. who are born with congenital heart disease. Join us in doing more for our #LittleVictors! victors.us/umsaveaheart

#ValentinesDay holds a special place in this family’s heart. 💝 The day marks a meaningful anniversary for one-year-old Makenzie. On February 14, 2025, she underwent open-heart surgery to repair her congenital heart condition. Today, she is thriving. Hail, Makenzie!

❤️ This #HeartMonth, buy a Save A Heart t-shirt to raise awareness and funds for Little Victors. Every purchase supports the Congenital Heart Center, helping to advance research, drive clinical innovation, and provide family programs at Mott. #MottCHC victors.us/umsaveaheart

A new study, led by U-M researcher Dr. Sriram Venneti @vennetilab, has found that a specific molecule called itaconate drives the development of ependymomas, the third-most common type of brain tumor in children. Learn more about this study: michmed.org/7Kzky.

DOUBLE THE IMPACT! 🫶The Van Hooser Family is generously matching gifts for all Save A Heart donations (up to $50,000)! That means any gift you make is automatically doubled. Give today to make the biggest impact. victors.us/umsaveaheart #HeartMonth #MottCHC

One year later. One incredible heart journey. After surviving sudden cardiac arrest and receiving an artificial heart at age 10, Lev’Veon is back to being a kid playing, swimming, making music and enjoying 6th grade. 💛💙 See his full story: michmed.org/xrJqB #HeartMonth

Struggling with screen time at home? @MottDocs behavioral developmental pediatrician Jenny Radesky shares practical guidance for managing screen time for young kids. Register for the webinar here: michmed.org/NYDeV

💛 Paisley was born with a rare heart defect, which has led to 40 surgeries and two cardiac arrests over the past seven years. Now her parents may face an impossible decision. Read more. michmed.org/Paisley #HeartMonth #MottCHC