MUSC Children's Health

Ahead of the 2026 Charleston Airshow tomorrow, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels stopped by MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital to spend time with patients, families, and care teams. What a special start to this exciting weekend! ✈️ #ImWhatsPossible

104 days in the hospital. Multiple floors. Dozens of caregivers. Rhody’s mom, Anna, says the relationships they built at MUSC matter just as much as the care itself. Today, his scans are clear, and every follow up visit feels like a little family reunion! #ImWhatsPossible

Care for little ears, noses and throats is now closer to home. Families in the Summerville area can access specialized pediatric ENT services at our new Specialty Care location at Nexton! Schedule an appointment or learn more: tinyurl.com/462knx8k #ImWhatsPossible

Readiness matters when children need emergency care, especially in rural communities. MUSC Health Florence, Marion, and Black River medical centers are now designated as Pediatric Ready Emergency Departments. Read more: tinyurl.com/ms9bpbd6 #ImWhatsPossible

Half of all sports injuries in kids are linked to overuse. MUSC’s Dr. Shelli Ciandella joined Health Focus to explain why it happens and how rest and recovery can help protect young athletes. Listen to the full conversation: tinyurl.com/2wkwet7r #ImWhatsPossible

Early support matters. MUSC and @DukeEndowment are expanding the H.E.A.R. 4 Mamas and Babies (H4MAB) program to reach more families across the Carolinas with timely care and connection. Find out more: tinyurl.com/2n7mcjcw #ImWhatsPossible

At MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital, hope shows up in big and small ways every single day. With support from Children’s Miracle Network, even more becomes possible for the kids and families who need it most. #ImWhatsPossible

A quick fist bump can say a lot. For MEDUCARE nurses Joan Demarest and Kelsey Allison, it’s a moment of connection before responding to urgent pediatric transports across South Carolina. #ImWhatsPossible #MoreThanAFistBump

More people are turning to social media to understand autism, but experts warn that self‑diagnosis can be misleading. MUSC Children’s Health psychologist Dr. Laura Carpenter explains why a clinical evaluation is necessary. Read more: tinyurl.com/4s4573ta #ImWhatsPossible

A birthday well spent! 🎉 Charlie T. RiverDog from the @ChasRiverDogs stopped by MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital to celebrate his special day with our patients last week. #ImWhatsPossible

Comfort is such an important part of pediatric imaging. Our radiology and child life teams use ocean scenes, distraction, and calming conversations to help kids feel safe during their CT scan. #ImWhatsPossible

Milana was born with a congenital heart defect and spent her first three months in the hospital receiving specialized, coordinated care. Today, she is thriving, smiling big and enjoying life! #ImWhatsPossible

From sold out stands to our hospital halls, players from @TheIndyClowns and the @loco_coconuts spent time with patients at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital last Friday. It was such a fun morning for our kids and their families! ⚾ #ImWhatsPossible

A special night of music with a lasting impact! Proceeds from last week's Big Band Gala featuring Darius Rucker will support the Carolyn G. Rucker Nursing Scholarship Program at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital. 📸 - Bryan Vacchio #ImWhatsPossible

Six-year-old Elaine Smith is the first patient in South Carolina to receive a successful partial heart transplant. Our team at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital performed this emerging procedure last month. Read more: tinyurl.com/mr4k8v4s #ImWhatsPossible

During complex heart surgery and the hours that follow, every second matters. At MUSC Children’s Health, teams work from the operating room into recovery, responding in real time as each child’s condition changes. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3c84vs9s #ImWhatsPossible

Early therapy can be life‑changing for children with autism. In recognition of #AutismAwarenessMonth, Dr. Rosmary Ros‑Demarize shares why early intervention matters and how parents can recognize early signs. Tune in: tinyurl.com/4fch94jn #ImWhatsPossible

Even routine appointments can turn unexpected. When a patient’s grandmother experienced a choking emergency at Summey Medical Pavilion, Michael Naughton was ready to help. We are proud to recognize the many ways he supports our families every day! #ImWhatsPossible

So much of health care happens behind the scenes. From scheduling to registration and insurance verification, our Patient Access teams keep everything moving so patients and families can focus on care. Happy Patient Access Week! #ImWhatsPossible

Isn’t Nolan the cutest Easter bunny you’ve ever seen? Even while spending the weekend at MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital, our Child Life team and volunteers brought the fun with crafts, decorations and even an egg hunt. 📸: Kara Kiss #ImWhatsPossible