# Pediatric Rehabilitation * **Definition:** Pediatric Rehabilitation is a specialized area of healthcare that focuses on the assessment, treatment, and management of children with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities, injuries, or chronic conditions, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to enhance their functional abilities and quality of life. * **Taxonomy:** Specialties / Pediatric Rehabilitation ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Pediatric Rehabilitation**, for healthcare technology leaders * 3.2K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/16/2025 | [**How Texas Children's, MD Anderson will use $150M gift to fight cancer**](https://www.chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/how-md-texas-children-s-md-anderson-will-use-150m-gift-to-fight-cancer) | [[Chief Healthcare Executive]] | | 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]] | | 12/29/2024 | [**Tech in Healthcare: Innovations Improving Patient Care - Medium**](https://medium.com/@sumitkumarhx/tech-in-healthcare-innovations-improving-patient-care-8155b3e75cdd) | [[Medium]] | | 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]] | | 12/13/2024 | [**Health care technology trends 2025: AI benefits, wearable use cases and telehealth expansion - AMA**](https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/health-care-technology-trends-2025-ai-benefits-wearable-use-cases-and) | [[AMA]] | | 11/25/2024 | [**Healthcare Quality Management Market Research Report: Drivers and Critical Issues for the ...**](https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/healthcare-quality-management-market-research-report-drivers-jmeyf) | [[Linkedin]] | | 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]] | | 11/22/2024 | [**Top digital health funding: Morgan Health backs autism startup**](https://www.modernhealthcare.com/digital-health/top-digital-health-funding-citizen-health-general-catalyst-cortica) | [[Modern Healthcare]] | | 11/21/2024 | [**Telerehabilitation Systems Market to Expand by USD 532.9 Million (2024-2028), Rising ...**](https://www.marketwatch.com/press-release/telerehabilitation-systems-market-to-expand-by-usd-532-9-million-2024-2028-rising-chronic-disease-cases-driving-revenue-ai-impacting-market-trends-technavio-40f87815) | [[MarketWatch]] | | 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]] | | 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]] | | 10/10/2024 | [**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]] | | 10/8/2024 | [**Bethany Children's taps MEDITECH Expanse to streamline connectivity at state's sole pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care facility**](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/10/08/2960020/0/en/Bethany-Children-s-taps-MEDITECH-Expanse-to-streamline-connectivity-at-state-s-sole-pediatric-rehabilitation-and-24-hour-complex-care-facility.html) | [[Globe Newswire]] | | 10/8/2024 | [**Bethany Children's taps MEDITECH Expanse to streamline connectivity at state's sole pediatric rehabilitation and 24-hour complex care facility**](https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/bethany-children-s-taps-meditech-expanse-to-streamline-connectivity-at-state-s-sole-pediatric-rehabilitation-and-24-hour-complex-care-facility-1033829107) | [[Business Insider Markets]] | | 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]] | | 9/13/2024 | [**Children's Health Among Participants in Pieces' $25M Funding Round**](https://www.hcinnovationgroup.com/analytics-ai/generative-ai/news/55139919/childrens-health-among-participants-in-pieces-25m-funding-round) | [[Healthcare Innovation]] | | 9/2/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823031) | [[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]] | | 7/29/2024 | [**Mass General Brigham, UW Health, BayCare: 7 Big Tech partnerships**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/innovation/mass-general-brigham-uw-health-baycare-7-big-tech-partnerships.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | ## Specialty Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Brooks Rehabilitation**: Partnering with Nemours Children's Health and others to enhance pediatric rehabilitation services in Florida. - **Bethany Children's Health Center**: The only inpatient pediatric rehabilitation facility in Oklahoma, offering comprehensive services to children and their families. - **Nemours Children's Health**: Collaborating with Brooks Rehabilitation to provide specialized services and improve pediatric care. - **Phoenix Children's Hospital**: A leading pediatric healthcare provider focusing on in-house software development to create tailored solutions for pediatric care. - **Chiye Onodera Duffy**: A recognized Pediatric Physical Therapist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in neuro-developmental techniques for children aged 0-3 with neuromuscular dysfunction. - **Cincinnati Children's**: A leading pediatric healthcare provider recognized for operational improvements and innovations in pediatric mental health. - **Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego**: A leading pediatric hospital that has developed Arc Viewer, a 3D model viewing software to assist clinicians in surgical planning. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia**: A pioneering institution in CAR-T cell therapy, collaborating with the Brazilian National Cancer Institute to enhance immunotherapy access for pediatric cancer patients. - **Alliance for Pediatric Device Innovation (APDI)**: An organization that provides grants to support the development of pediatric medical devices. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)**: Developed AI tools for enhanced diagnostics and remote management programs for pediatric patients. - **Children's Mercy Kansas City**: A pediatric health system that has significantly expanded its telehealth services, achieving high patient satisfaction. - **Children's National Hospital**: A leading pediatric healthcare provider that is enhancing AI and cloud computing initiatives to improve children's healthcare. - **Zarminali Health**: A pediatric care startup that raised seed funding to establish a tech-enabled primary and specialty care practice for pediatric patients. - **Sheltering Arms Institute**: A rehabilitation center recognized for integrating advanced rehabilitation technologies in patient care. - **Children's Health in Dallas**: Implemented a generative AI solution from Pieces Technologies to enhance clinical workflows and communication. - **Vizient, Inc.**: A healthcare performance improvement company that provides insights into pediatric healthcare trends, including advancements in gene therapy. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Brooks Rehabilitation and Nemours Children's Health**: A partnership aimed at enhancing treatment options for pediatric patients by combining resources and expertise. - **Public-Private Partnership for Pediatric Medical Devices (PMD-PPP)**: A collaboration led by the NIH and FDA, including major companies like Johnson & Johnson and Philips, aimed at enhancing pediatric medical device innovation. - **Phoenix Children's Research Institute and University of Arizona**: Collaborating to recruit and retain top scientists for impactful advancements in pediatric healthcare. - **DIH Holding US, Inc. and Sheltering Arms Institute**: Partnership aimed at enhancing patient recovery through innovative rehabilitation technologies. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Brazilian National Cancer Institute**: Establishing a CAR-T cell production center to improve access to immunotherapy for pediatric patients. - **Perficient and Salesforce**: Implemented Salesforce solutions to enhance patient data management and operational efficiency in a leading pediatric health system. - **Bethany Children's Health Center and MEDITECH**: Collaboration to implement a cloud-based EHR system to improve patient care and operational efficiency. - **CorVent Medical**: Received FDA clearance for a critical care ventilator system, enhancing pediatric care capabilities. - **Aleris and Physitrack**: A partnership aimed at improving home exercise prescriptions and patient outcomes through advanced digital health technology. - **Fabric Genomics and Intermountain Children's Health**: Partnering to analyze whole genomes of children to expedite the diagnosis of genetic diseases. - **Amazon Web Services and Children's Hospitals**: AWS is providing $1 million each to three children's hospitals to enhance AI and cloud computing initiatives. - **Clinical Architecture and 4medica**: Partnered to provide a harmonized longitudinal whole-person care record solution to enhance data quality and interoperability. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Telemedicine in Pediatric Rehabilitation**: The rise of telemedicine has improved access to rehabilitation services for children, particularly in underserved areas. - **AI in Pediatric Care**: The integration of AI-driven tools is enhancing personalized care and operational efficiency in pediatric rehabilitation. - **AI in Pediatric Rehabilitation**: The integration of AI-driven technologies, such as ambient listening and automated coding, to improve workflow efficiency and patient care. - **Telerehabilitation Growth**: The telerehabilitation market is expanding due to increased adoption of e-rehabilitation services, utilizing digital technologies for remote therapy. - **Alliance for Pediatric Device Innovation (APDI)**: Announced grants to advance pediatric medical devices aimed at addressing substance use disorders among youth. - **Make Your Medical Device Pitch for Kids!**: A competition that awards funding to innovators in pediatric cardiology to support the development of tailored medical devices. - **Pediatric Home Health Care Market**: Valued at $12.53 billion in 2023, projected to grow due to rising chronic diseases and demand for home health services. - **Remote Monitoring Programs**: CHOP has implemented remote management programs for various pediatric conditions, enhancing care through digital health devices. - **Generative AI in Pediatric Care**: Children's Health in Dallas is utilizing generative AI to streamline clinical tasks and improve patient care. - **Solo+ Device**: A significant advancement in pediatric care allowing office-based tympanostomies without general anesthesia, improving patient safety. - **Virtual Nursing Programs**: UCSF Health is expanding its virtual nursing program to include pediatric care, leveraging technology for improved patient outcomes. - **Home Monitoring Programs**: Programs developed by Phoenix Children's Hospital utilizing text-based systems for families to report health metrics. - **MEDITECH Expanse EHR**: A cloud-based platform that integrates patient records, facilitates virtual visits, and enhances remote monitoring for pediatric patients. - **Genomic Testing and Personalized Medicine**: The push for personalized medicine is transforming pediatric care, particularly in early diagnosis and preventive health strategies. - **Meditech Expanse**: A cloud-based electronic health record system that includes features like patient portals and remote monitoring, enhancing pediatric care delivery. - **Adolescent Health Questionnaire by CHOP**: A tool designed to improve communication regarding unique health concerns of adolescents. - **Dewey by Xealth**: A digital health benchmarking tool that aggregates data to improve the performance of digital health solutions in pediatric care. - **Arc Viewer**: A free 3D model viewing software developed by Rady Children's Hospital to improve surgical planning and confidence for clinicians. - **Predictive Models for Childhood Obesity**: Development of machine learning models to assess obesity risk in children based on electronic health records. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Recruitment and Staffing**: Healthcare facilities face difficulties in recruiting specialized staff for pediatric rehabilitation, impacting service delivery. - **Access to Care**: Despite advancements, there are ongoing challenges in ensuring equitable access to pediatric rehabilitation services, especially in rural areas. - **Shortage of Pediatric Rehabilitation Beds**: The partnership between Brooks Rehabilitation and Nemours aims to address the shortage of rehabilitation beds in Florida. - **Underfunding of Mental Health Services**: The Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine highlights the need for enhanced training and funding for mental health services for individuals with cerebral palsy. - **Pediatric Medical Device Gap**: There is a critical need for medical devices specifically designed for children, as current devices often do not meet their unique healthcare needs. - **Access to Pediatric Cancer Treatments**: Ensuring equitable access to advanced therapies like CAR-T cell therapy for pediatric patients in low- and middle-income countries remains a challenge. - **Pediatric Home Health Care**: Challenges include mental, emotional, and physical stressors for caregivers, and a lack of specialized training for healthcare workers. - **Shortage of Pediatric Research Funding**: Concerns over the lack of funding and mentorship opportunities in pediatric research, impacting the future of healthcare for children. - **Staffing Challenges**: Pediatric healthcare systems face staffing shortages, impacting the ability to implement advanced technologies effectively. - **Data Management**: Healthcare providers are overwhelmed by data noise in electronic health records, which can hinder effective pediatric care. - **AI Device Validation**: Concerns raised about the effectiveness of FDA-approved AI devices for pediatric use, as many were validated solely on adult data. - **Data Storage Costs**: High costs associated with data storage are hindering the development of AI programs in pediatric healthcare. - **Medicaid Cuts**: Potential cuts to Medicaid and their implications for healthcare access for low-income children, raising concerns among healthcare leaders. - **Telehealth Regulations**: Ongoing debates about the need for official maturity levels for telemedicine programs to foster new care delivery models. - **Digital Divide**: Access to telehealth services is hindered by socioeconomic factors, necessitating efforts to ensure equitable healthcare access. ## Related Topics [[Pediatric Rheumatology]]; [[Pediatric Care]]; [[Pediatrics]]; [[Pediatric Pulmonology]]; [[Rehabilitation Medicine]]; [[Pediatric Cardiology]]