# Pediatric Urology * **Definition:** A medical specialty that deals with urinary tract and reproductive system disorders in children. * **Taxonomy:** Specialties / Pediatric Urology ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Pediatric Urology**, for healthcare technology leaders * 3.3K 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]] | | 4/15/2025 | [**Urology Care Foundation Announces 2025 Research Awards of Distinction - Yahoo Finance**](https://finance.yahoo.com/news/urology-care-foundation-announces-2025-140300570.html) | [[Yahoo Finance]] | | 4/3/2025 | [**Northwell team performs hospital's 1st pediatric heart transplant**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/cardiology/northwell-team-performs-hospitals-1st-pediatric-heart-transplant/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 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]] | | 12/26/2024 | [**Top 5 Most-Watched Videos of 2024**](https://www.ajmc.com/view/top-5-most-watched-videos-of-2024) | [[AJMC]] | | 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]] | | 12/13/2024 | [**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]] | | 12/13/2024 | [**Inequitable rural health trends are alarming-and unacceptable**](https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/population-care/inequitable-rural-health-trends-are-alarming-and-unacceptable) | [[AMA]] | | 12/11/2024 | [**Children's Mercy Kansas City Names Dr. Alejandro Quiroga New President and CEO**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241211937944/en/Children%E2%80%99s-Mercy-Kansas-City-Names-Dr.-Alejandro-Quiroga-New-President-and-CEO/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 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]] | | 11/11/2024 | [**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]] | | 10/25/2024 | [**Interventional Radiology Products Market to grow by USD 5.45 Billion from 2024-2028, driven by rising demand for minimally invasive surgeries and AI-powered market transformation - Technavio**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/interventional-radiology-products-market-to-grow-by-usd-5-45-billion-from-2024-2028--driven-by-rising-demand-for-minimally-invasive-surgeries-and-ai-powered-market-transformation---technavio-302286467.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]] | | 10/10/2024 | [**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]] | | 9/26/2024 | [**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]] | | 9/2/2024 | [**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]] | ## Specialty Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Pediatric Urologists**: Medical professionals specializing in diagnosing and treating urological conditions in children. - **Children's Hospitals**: Specialized healthcare facilities focusing on the treatment of pediatric patients, often with dedicated urology departments. - **Boston Children's Hospital**: A leading institution recognized for its excellence in pediatric urology. - **Healthcare Technology Companies**: Organizations developing innovative technologies and solutions to improve pediatric urology care. - **Cincinnati Children's Hospital**: Ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the U.S., excelling in multiple specialties including pediatric urology. - **Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA)**: Ranked highly in pediatric specialties including Urology, and recognized for its commitment to mental health care for children. - **Nicklaus Children's Hospital**: Recognized for its high-quality pediatric care, particularly in specialties like Urology, and has been ranked among America's Best Children's Hospitals. - **Texas Children's Hospital**: Recognized as a leading pediatric hospital, particularly in renal services, providing advanced therapies for children with kidney diseases. - **Children's Health**: A leading pediatric health system in Dallas that has implemented generative AI solutions to enhance clinical workflows. - **Rady Children's Hospital**: Recognized for its pediatric heart surgery capabilities. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia**: A leading pediatric healthcare institution implementing remote management programs for various pediatric conditions. - **MUSC Children's Heart Network**: A key player in pediatric cardiology. - **Phoenix Children's**: Recognized for its employee wellness initiatives and comprehensive pediatric care across multiple campuses. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP)**: Developed an adolescent health questionnaire to improve communication regarding health concerns among young patients. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **Research Institutions and Pediatric Urology Specialists**: Joint efforts to conduct clinical trials and research studies aimed at improving treatment protocols and outcomes in pediatric urology. - **Academic Institutions and Children's Hospitals**: Collaborations for research and development of new treatment protocols and technologies in pediatric urology. - **Children's Hospitals and Tech Firms**: Collaborations between children's hospitals and healthcare technology companies to develop innovative solutions for pediatric urology. - **Healthcare Technology Firms and Urology Clinics**: Joint efforts to integrate advanced technologies such as telemedicine and AI in pediatric urology practices. - **Becker's Healthcare and UC San Diego**: Collaborating to compile a list of leading children's hospitals pioneering AI usage. - **Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Perelman School of Medicine**: Collaboration to create a comprehensive bone marrow atlas for improved understanding of blood production. - **Fabric Genomics and Intermountain Children's Health**: Collaboration to expedite the diagnosis of genetic diseases in pediatric patients through whole genome analysis. - **U.S. News & World Report and RTI International**: Initiating a multiyear effort to streamline the Pediatric Hospital Survey process, reducing the burden on hospitals. - **Amazon Web Services and Pediatric Health Systems**: Three pediatric health systems received $1 million each to enhance AI and cloud computing initiatives for children's healthcare. - **CHOP and Brazilian National Cancer Institute**: Collaborating to establish a CAR-T cell production center for pediatric immunotherapy. - **Amazon and Children's Hospitals**: Amazon pledged $1 million to support pediatric healthcare advancements in children's hospitals. - **Children's Health and Pieces Technologies**: Children's Health invested in Pieces Technologies to enhance clinical documentation through AI. - **Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare and TruDoc Healthcare**: Partnered to enhance patient experiences through innovative 'Hospital at Home' services. - **Radiometer and Etiometry**: Collaborated to integrate technologies for improved clinical decision-making in critical care settings. - **Vizient and Kaufman Hall**: Vizient's acquisition of Kaufman Hall enhances its advisory services for healthcare providers, focusing on financial and operational excellence. - **Dramaiah Memorial Hospital and Mount Sinai Health System**: An exclusive partnership aimed at enhancing healthcare services in India through clinical excellence and innovation. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Pediatric Urology Rankings**: Boston Children's Hospital leads in pediatric urology, reflecting advancements in clinical outcomes and best practices. - **Telemedicine in Pediatric Urology**: Increasing use of telehealth services to provide remote consultations and follow-ups for pediatric urology patients. - **Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques**: Advancements in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries that reduce recovery time and improve outcomes for pediatric urology patients. - **Data Analytics and AI**: Utilization of data analytics to enhance diagnosis accuracy and treatment personalization in pediatric urology. - **Artificial Intelligence in Diagnostics**: Utilization of AI algorithms to assist in the diagnosis of urological conditions in children, improving accuracy and speed of diagnosis. - **Telehealth Advancements**: The rise of telemedicine has improved access to pediatric care, especially in underserved areas, with a focus on virtual pediatric care. - **Robotic-Assisted Surgeries**: Increasing use of robotic systems in pediatric surgeries to enhance precision and reduce recovery times, as seen in the UK with the Versius Surgical Robotic System. - **Behavioral Health Specialty**: The introduction of pediatric and adolescent behavioral health as a new specialty highlights the growing focus on mental health in pediatric care. - **Remote Monitoring Programs**: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has implemented 11 remote management programs for pediatric patients, focusing on conditions like lung abnormalities and epilepsy. - **Pediatric Device Innovation Grants**: APDI awarded $200,000 in grants to support innovative technologies aimed at improving pediatric healthcare. - **Virtual Nursing Programs**: UCSF Health is expanding its virtual nursing program to include pediatric care, enhancing patient care and streamlining workflows. - **AI in Pediatric Healthcare**: Vizient's Pediatric Tech Watch highlights the role of AI in improving healthcare delivery and addressing unique pediatric challenges. - **Generative AI in Pediatric Care**: Children's Health has integrated generative AI into its Epic EHR system to improve clinical workflows. - **Telehealth Expansion**: Children's Mercy Kansas City expanded its telehealth services, achieving high patient satisfaction. - **Adolescent Health Questionnaire**: CHOP's initiative to improve communication with adolescent patients about health issues, integrating it into their Primary Care Network. - **Gene and Cell Therapies**: Advancements in pediatric gene therapy provide new treatment options for severe genetic disorders, as reported by Vizient. - **AI Integration in Children's Hospitals**: A select group of children's hospitals is adopting AI to enhance diagnostics and streamline operations. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Access to Care**: Challenges in ensuring equitable access to pediatric urology specialists, particularly in rural or underserved areas. - **Training and Education**: The need for ongoing education and training for healthcare providers in the latest pediatric urology techniques and technologies. - **Healthcare Delivery for Pediatric Populations**: The need for specialized solutions to address unique challenges faced by children in healthcare delivery, as emphasized by Vizient. - **Pediatric-focused Innovation**: Limited innovation in pediatric healthcare technology poses challenges for addressing unique clinical needs. - **Access to Advanced Care**: Concerns regarding the accessibility of advanced medical resources for pediatric patients, particularly in underserved areas. - **Shortage of Pediatric Specialists**: Pediatrics faces a critical shortage of specialists, particularly in developmental-behavioral, neurology, genetics, and child psychiatry. - **Health Disparities**: Efforts to address health disparities in pediatric care are ongoing, with initiatives aimed at improving access and quality. - **Pediatric Care Consent Processes**: Complex consent processes can hinder access to care, necessitating streamlined digital solutions. - **Data Privacy**: Concerns regarding the protection of sensitive health information of pediatric patients in the context of telemedicine and electronic health records. - **Mental Health Crisis**: The rising mental health crisis among youth necessitates increased focus and resources in pediatric behavioral health. - **Survey Burden**: The complexity and time required for hospitals to complete the Pediatric Hospital Survey can be a challenge, prompting efforts to streamline the process. - **Funding and Resource Limitations**: Freestanding children's hospitals struggle with limited funding and resources, leading to bed shortages and closures. - **Effectiveness of AI Tools**: Concerns have been raised about the validation of AI devices for pediatric use, as many were tested solely on adult data. - **Financial Challenges at Texas Children's Hospital**: Faced a reported loss of nearly $355 million and a 5% workforce reduction due to financial difficulties. - **Healthcare Disparities**: The Prostate Cancer Foundation's new guidelines address significant health disparities in prostate cancer screening for Black men. - **Telemedicine Maturity Levels**: Ongoing debate about the need for official maturity levels for telemedicine programs to foster new care delivery models. ## Related Topics [[Pediatric Nephrology]]; [[Urology]]; [[Pediatric Surgery]]; [[Pediatrics]]; [[Pediatric Gastroenterology]]; [[Pediatric Pulmonology]]; [[Pediatric Cardiology]]; [[Pediatric Oncology]]; [[Pediatric Internal Medicine]]