# Pediatric Hospital Medicine * **Definition:** A subspecialty of pediatrics focused on the comprehensive care of hospitalized children, encompassing diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic illnesses, as well as coordination of care among various healthcare providers. * **Taxonomy:** Specialties / Pediatric Hospital Medicine ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Pediatric Hospital Medicine**, for healthcare technology leaders * 3.4K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 3/31/2025 | [**Atrium Health Launches Nation's First Pediatric Hospital-At-Home Model**](https://homehealthcarenews.com/2025/03/atrium-health-launches-nations-first-pediatric-hospital-at-home-model/) | [[Home Health Care News]] | | 3/5/2025 | [**Pediatrician's Precautions at Home After Witnessing 'Enough Tragedies' - Newsweek**](https://www.newsweek.com/pediatrician-precautions-make-home-safe-children-kids-after-witnessing-injuries-2039189) | [[Newsweek]] | | 2/6/2025 | [**Improving the patient experience can pay dividends you may not expect**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/improving-patient-experience-can-pay-dividends-you-may-not-expect) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 12/17/2024 | [**Phoenix Children's Ranks Among Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in the U.S. in 2024**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/phoenix-childrens-ranks-among-top-100-healthiest-workplaces-in-the-us-in-2024-302333923.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 12/16/2024 | [**Top 5 Most-Viewed Diabetes Content of 2024**](https://www.ajmc.com/view/top-5-most-viewed-diabetes-content-of-2024) | [[AJMC]] | | 12/3/2024 | [**180+ chief medical officers to know - 2025 - Becker's Hospital Review**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/180-chief-medical-officers-to-know-2025.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 11/25/2024 | [**Dr. Bimal Desai, Chief Health Informatics Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/podcasts/podcasts-beckers-hospital-review/dr-bimal-desai-chief-health-informatics-officer-at-children-s-hospital-of-philadelphia-138922603.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 11/11/2024 | [**Deep dive: Exploring one of the most advanced telemedicine programs in the U.S.**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/deep-dive-exploring-one-most-advanced-telemedicine-programs-us) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 11/11/2024 | [**Nicklaus Children's Hospital is Honored for Digital Excellence as a 2024 Digital Health Most Wired Survey Recipient**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nicklaus-childrens-hospital-is-honored-for-digital-excellence-as-a-2024-digital-health-most-wired-survey-recipient-302301702.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 10/23/2024 | [**The Healthcare Services market is projected to grow by USD 6.26 Billion from 2024-2028, driven by AI and the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, shaping market evolution - Technavio**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-healthcare-services-market-is-projected-to-grow-by-usd-6-26-billion-from-2024-2028--driven-by-ai-and-the-rising-prevalence-of-chronic-diseases-shaping-market-evolution---technavio-302284193.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 10/15/2024 | [**6 children's hospitals leading AI**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/6-childrens-hospitals-leading-ai.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 10/15/2024 | [**6 children's hospitals leading in AI**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/6-childrens-hospitals-leading-ai.html?target=_blank) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 10/11/2024 | [**Transforming Patient Outreach and Experience with Salesforce Data Cloud: A Healthcare Success Story**](https://blogs.perficient.com/2024/10/11/transforming-patient-outreach-and-experience-with-salesforce-data-cloud-a-healthcare-success-story/) | [[Perficient Healthcare]] | | 10/10/2024 | [**The Power of “Techquity”: How Telehealth Can Help Promote Health Equity**](https://medcitynews.com/2024/10/the-power-of-techquity-how-telehealth-can-help-promote-health-equity/) | [[MedCity News]] | | 10/9/2024 | [**Look Who's Talking at HLTH - MedCity News**](https://medcitynews.com/2024/10/look-whos-talking-at-hlth/) | [[MedCity News]] | | 10/9/2024 | [**Virtual Healthcare October 2024**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/virtual-healthcare-october-2024/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | | 9/30/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2824134) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 9/26/2024 | [**Spark Biomedical Launches New Academic Research Fellowship Program Focused on Medical Device Entrepreneurship**](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/09/26/2954057/0/en/Spark-Biomedical-Launches-New-Academic-Research-Fellowship-Program-Focused-on-Medical-Device-Entrepreneurship.html) | [[Globe Newswire]] | | 9/23/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823929) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 9/16/2024 | [**Revision of Name in List of Nonauthor Collaborators**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822564) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 9/2/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823031) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/26/2024 | [**Patient Information: What Are Canker Sores?**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2821665) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/26/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822727) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/12/2024 | [**Audio Highlights**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822137) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 6/1/2024 | [**Health Equity and Access Weekly Roundup: June 1, 2024**](https://www.ajmc.com/view/health-equity-and-access-weekly-roundup-june-1-2024) | [[AJMC]] | ## Specialty Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Pediatric Hospital Medicine (PHM) Society**: A professional organization that supports pediatric hospitalists through education, advocacy, and research. - **Children's Hospitals**: Specialized healthcare facilities that focus on the treatment of children, often employing pediatric hospitalists. - **Phoenix Children's Hospital**: Appointed a new division chief for pediatric emergency medicine to enhance care quality. - **Society of Hospital Medicine (SHM)**: An organization that supports hospitalists, including pediatric hospitalists, in improving patient care and advancing the field of hospital medicine. - **American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)**: An organization that provides guidelines and resources for pediatric care, including hospital medicine. - **Nationwide Children's Hospital**: A prominent pediatric hospital known for its commitment to children's health and research. - **UAB Department of Pediatrics**: A leading institution in pediatric healthcare, recently welcoming new faculty specializing in various pediatric disciplines. - **Children's National Hospital**: Ranked as one of the top pediatric hospitals in the Mid-Atlantic region, recognized for excellence in various specialty services. - **Phoenix Children's**: One of the largest pediatric health systems in the U.S., recognized for its employee wellness initiatives and comprehensive care. - **Cincinnati Children's Hospital**: Ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the U.S., emphasizing high-quality care and medical research. - **Dr. Rahul Raman**: Pediatric critical care physician and researcher focused on advancing pediatric medicine through innovative approaches. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)**: Recognized for its pioneering work in pediatric care and research, particularly in CAR-T cell therapy. - **Kanad Hospital**: A healthcare institution in the UAE collaborating with Children's National Hospital to enhance pediatric care and diagnostics. - **Children's Mercy Kansas City**: A pediatric health system expanding telehealth services to improve access to care. - **Children's Nebraska**: A pediatric health system recognized for innovation in electronic health records and digital health. - **Levl**: A digital health startup joining the Public-Private Partnership for Pediatric Medical Devices to innovate in pediatric healthcare. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **PHM Society and AAP**: Collaborate on guidelines and best practices for pediatric hospital medicine. - **Children's National Hospital and Kanad Hospital**: Signed a memorandum of understanding to improve pediatric care and diagnostics in the UAE, focusing on neurodevelopmental and behavioral health services. - **Imagine Pediatrics**: Utilizing a virtual-first care model that combines data analytics with clinical support for children with special healthcare needs. - **Children's Hospitals and Technology Firms**: Partnerships to develop and implement electronic health records (EHR) systems tailored for pediatric care. - **Collaboration between hospitals and technology companies**: Many pediatric hospitals are partnering with tech companies to develop electronic health records (EHR) systems tailored for pediatric care, improving data management and patient outcomes. - **Public-Private Partnership for Pediatric Medical Devices (PMD-PPP)**: A collaboration led by NIH and FDA, including major companies like Johnson & Johnson and Philips, aimed at enhancing pediatric medical device innovation. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Advocare**: Affiliation agreement to enhance pediatric care and health outcomes in their communities. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Brazilian National Cancer Institute**: Partnership to establish a CAR-T cell production center for pediatric patients in Brazil. - **Children's National Hospital and Amazon Web Services**: Collaboration to support pediatric healthcare advancements with a $1 million pledge each to three children's hospitals. - **Press Ganey and Arkansas Children's Hospital**: Partnership to enhance patient and family experiences through real-time feedback and analytics. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and INCA**: Established a CAR-T cell production center in Brazil to improve access to immunotherapy for pediatric cancer patients. - **AWS and Pediatric Hospitals**: Three pediatric hospitals received $1 million each from AWS to enhance AI and cloud computing initiatives. - **Children's National Hospital and Laudio**: Integrating nurse educators into Laudio's platform to enhance efficiency and team engagement. - **Fabric Genomics and Intermountain Children's Health**: Collaborating to analyze whole genomes for expedited diagnosis of genetic diseases in children. - **Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare and TruDoc Healthcare**: Partnership to enhance patient experiences through innovative 'Hospital at Home' services. - **Epic and GeneDx**: Collaborating to integrate rapid whole genome sequencing technology into Epic's EHR system for improved genomic insights in pediatric and neonatal care. - **XpertDox and Lone Star Circle of Care**: Collaborating to enhance medical coding processes and improve revenue cycle efficiency. - **AWS Imagine Grant**: Supports nonprofit organizations utilizing cloud technology to enhance research on various childhood diseases. - **GeneDx and multiple institutions**: Conducting a study on racial disparities in genetic diagnoses. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Telemedicine in Pediatric Care**: The rise of telemedicine has transformed pediatric hospital medicine, allowing for remote consultations and follow-ups, which is particularly beneficial for managing chronic conditions in children. - **Remote Monitoring Programs**: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has implemented remote management programs for various pediatric conditions. - **Data Analytics in PHM**: Utilization of data analytics to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency in pediatric hospitals. - **Telehealth in Pediatric Care**: The integration of telehealth services to improve access to pediatric care, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. - **Patient-Centered Care Models**: Adoption of models that prioritize the needs and preferences of pediatric patients and their families. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia**: Conducting gene therapy trials for Danon disease, showcasing advancements in pediatric genetic treatments. - **Data Analytics for Patient Outcomes**: Utilization of data analytics to track patient outcomes and improve care protocols, leading to enhanced treatment plans and resource allocation in pediatric hospitals. - **AI in Pediatric Healthcare**: The integration of AI technologies is enhancing diagnostic tools and predictive analytics, improving patient care in pediatrics. - **Telehealth Advancements**: The American Telemedicine Association launched new Special Interest Groups to advance virtual pediatric care. - **Telehealth Expansion**: Children's Mercy Kansas City has significantly expanded its telehealth services, achieving high patient satisfaction and improving access to care. - **Digital Health Excellence**: Nicklaus Children's Hospital achieved Level 9 recognition from CHIME for its commitment to digital health. - **Virtual Nursing Programs**: UCSF Health is expanding its virtual nursing program to include pediatric care, focusing on social drivers of health. - **AI in Pediatric Care**: The AMA is launching a collaborative initiative to develop a framework for implementing AI in medical practice, reflecting its growing importance. - **AI Integration in Pediatric Care**: Children's Health in Dallas has implemented a generative AI solution from Pieces Technologies to enhance clinical workflows. - **AI in Pediatric Cancer Treatment**: Experts emphasize AI's role in developing treatments for rare pediatric cancers, enhancing research capabilities. - **Robotic Surgical Systems**: New robotic surgical systems are being introduced in various regions, enhancing surgical capabilities for pediatric patients. - **Family Engagement Technology**: AngelEye Health's solutions, like bedside cameras and MilkTracker, improve family-centered care in pediatric settings. - **Genomic Testing Advancements**: The genomic testing market is evolving with CRISPR therapies and portable sequencing devices, enhancing pediatric care. - **Holographic Interactions**: Children's Nebraska is implementing innovative technologies like holographic interactions for behavioral health visits. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Workforce Shortages**: A growing concern regarding the availability of trained pediatric hospitalists to meet increasing demand. - **Data Privacy and Security**: With the increasing use of technology in pediatric hospital medicine, concerns regarding the privacy and security of sensitive patient data are paramount, necessitating robust cybersecurity measures. - **Pediatric Workforce Shortage**: A significant decline in interest in pediatric residency programs, with 30% of such programs unfilled, exacerbated by the recent RSV epidemic. - **Healthcare Disparities**: Efforts are needed to ensure equitable access to pediatric care, particularly in low- and middle-income regions. - **Health Disparities**: Efforts are being made to address health disparities in pediatric care, particularly among underserved populations. - **Healthcare Workforce Burnout**: Challenges in retaining nursing staff and addressing burnout in pediatric healthcare settings. - **Physician Shortages**: Rural areas face higher health risks and poorer outcomes due to physician shortages, prompting initiatives to improve access to pediatric care. - **Funding and Resource Limitations**: Freestanding children's hospitals face challenges due to limited funding, leading to bed shortages and closures. - **Pediatric Care Consent Processes**: Complexity in consent processes can hinder access to care, prompting health systems to streamline these through digital solutions. - **Complexity of Pediatric Conditions**: Remote monitoring remains more common in adults due to the complexity of pediatric conditions requiring multiple devices. - **Access to Care**: Despite advancements in technology, disparities in access to pediatric care remain a challenge, particularly in rural and underserved areas. - **Skepticism Towards AI**: Clinician skepticism towards AI technologies poses challenges for integration into pediatric healthcare practices. - **Medicaid Cuts**: Concerns about potential cuts to Medicaid affecting healthcare access for low-income individuals, particularly children. - **Data Storage Costs**: High costs hinder the development of AI programs in pediatric healthcare, necessitating partnerships for better data management. - **Ethical Considerations in AI**: Concerns regarding the validation of AI devices for pediatric use, as many are based solely on adult data, raising questions about their effectiveness for children. - **Integration of Technology**: Challenges in effectively integrating new technologies into existing healthcare systems without disrupting care. - **Digital Divide**: Challenges in equitable telehealth access, particularly affecting vulnerable populations, necessitating long-term commitments for sustainable solutions. - **Racial Disparities in Healthcare**: Ongoing issues regarding access to genetic testing and healthcare services for non-white populations. - **Quality and Safety Standards**: Ensuring compliance with international standards for quality management systems in healthcare remains a challenge for companies like Spark Biomedical. ## Related Topics [[Pediatric Internal Medicine]]; [[Pediatric Emergency Medicine]]; [[Pediatric Critical Care Medicine]]; [[Pediatrics]]; [[Pediatric Care]]; [[Pediatric Pulmonology]]; [[Pediatric Cardiology]]; [[Pediatric Surgery]]; [[Pediatric Hematology]]