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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation
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Children's Colorado is committed to improving #ChildHealth by accelerating clinical discovery through research and innovation. Affiliated with @CUMedicalSchool.bsky.social. Follows and/or shares do not constitute endorsement or recommendation.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · Jan 6
New year, new channel. 🤓

Hello #MedSky and #PedSky communities! We’re excited to be here. In case we haven’t met yet, here’s what you’ll see from us in the days and weeks ahead.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 14h
A study by our #orthopedic experts offers early insights into the natural progression of hip morphology in children with spinal muscular atrophy, underscoring the need for proactive orthopedic management in this era of disease-modifying drugs. #OrthoSky
Understanding Hip Instability in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Our research underscores the need for orthopedic monitoring.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 1d
We are proud to share that we are once again ranked in the Top 10 #BestChildrensHospitals by @usnews.com! #USNews #PedSky #pediatrics
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 2d
New research from the Digestive Health Institute found pediatric unsedated transnasal endoscopy offers a safer, well-tolerated alternative to sedated upper GI endoscopy, with fewer post-procedure adverse events. Read more about the findings. #PedsGI #EoE #GastroSky
Study: Pediatric Unsedated Transnasal Endoscopy is Safer
Discover the impact of TNE on pediatric gastroenterology
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CCTSI @cctsi.bsky.social · 15d
👏 Congrats to CCTSI Director Ron Sokol, MD, FAASLD, of @cugastrohep.bsky.social on receiving the American Liver Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award! This prestigious honor recognizes his lasting impact on #pediatric #liver care and research.
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Congratulations to Our Honorees! - ALF Gala
Dr. Ronald Sokol
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 12d
Don't miss our upcoming virtual pediatric care symposium on Oct. 29. Join us as we discuss the assessment and management of common pediatric conditions in hospital and community settings. CME credit is available. Register today: https://bit.ly/46ZtSpc
Promotional image for the 6th Annual Children's Hospital Colorado Virtual Pediatric Care Symposium on October 29, 2025, featuring a smiling baby seated among pumpkins with event details including time and continuing medical education credits.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 13d
A #ChildhoodCancerAwareness Month spotlight: Discover a novel therapeutic platform called ALA-CART that shows great potential to improve long-term outcomes and the effectiveness of #CARTcell therapy for resistant #leukemia.
ALA-CART: Novel CAR-T Cell Therapy Fights Relapsed Leukemia
A new strategy with great potential for improved outcomes.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 14d
Hyundai Hope on Wheels awarded our own Drs. Melanie Stall and Craig Forester with grants supporting their work in #PediatricCancer. Dr. Stall focuses on access and knowledge of clinical trials, while Dr. Forester is researching myelodysplastic syndrome. Congratulations! #OncSky
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 15d
Jennifer Lamb was named Certified Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse of the Year from the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses. This award honors her evidence-based practice work and the implementation of red light therapy. Congratulations, Jennifer! #PedsHemeOnc
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 19d
As part of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases' 75th anniversary publication, landmark studies with our experts reveal how youth-onset Type 2 diabetes is more aggressive and less responsive to treatment. #diabetes #T2D
Youth-Onset Diabetes: A Growing Public Health Crisis
NIDDK studies reveal how diabetes impacts kids differently
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 20d
Congratulations to the Children's Oncology Group for celebrating its 25th anniversary this #ChildhoodCancerAwareness Month. The group unites more than 12,000 experts worldwide, supporting transformative #PediatricCancer research. Learn more their work: https://childrensoncologygroup.org/
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 20d
Dr. Emily Sweeney has been named the Junior Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Team Physician. As a former gymnast herself, see how her holistic, athlete-centered approach ensures the next generation of gymnasts thrives on and off the mat. #OrthoSky #TeamUSA
Emily Sweeney, MD, Named Team Physician for USAG
Learn more about Dr. Sweeney’s expertise and new role.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 20d
For #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth, we're highlighting Dr. Adam Green's research on pediatric high-grade gliomas. Read how his research is bringing hope for new treatments. #OncSky
Grant for Pediatric Radiation-Induced Glioma Research
See how research could change the lives of kids with cancer.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 21d
The Dravet Syndrome Multidisciplinary Clinic offers collaborative care for children and adults with #DravetSyndrome. Learn more about our one-day clinic visits where we address all body systems affected by the condition. #MedSky
Our Dravet Syndrome Clinic
The only children’s Dravet syndrome clinic in the region.
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CCTSI @cctsi.bsky.social · 22d
Meet Aubrey Armento, MD, CAQSM, of @cuorthopedics.bsky.social, one of our K12 scholars! She is investigating how physical activity impacts #bone health in female adolescents recovering from restrictive eating disorders. Learn more!▶️ buff.ly/i4kvURD
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 21d
Our orthopedic surgeons developed a retrograde anterior distal femoral hemiepiphysiodesis approach (ADFH) to correct knee flexion contractures. It has the potential for fewer complications compared to antegrade ADFH. #PedsOrtho #CerebralPalsy #OrthoSky
New Surgical Approach Corrects Knee Flexion Contractures
Study finds benefits of new surgery in pediatric patients
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 23d
Our researchers are offering new insights into the biology of pediatric low-grade gliomas. Learn how the complexity and differences in genetic subtypes may impact how these tumors respond to immunotherapy. #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #OncSky #CancerResearch
New Insights on the Biology of Pediatric Low-Grade Gliomas
A complex tumor-immune interplay and immune phenotype variation.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 23d
New research highlights our Cardiac Inpatient Neurodevelopmental Care Optimization Program and the link to significantly reduced delirium and improved cognitive outcomes in young patients with congenital heart disease. #CHD #neurodevelopment #PedsCardio
Improving Neurodevelopment in Congenital Heart Disease Care
Program enhanced cognitive outcomes and reduced delirium.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 23d
The Colorado Child Health Research Institute announced its Spring 2025 research awardees. Discover groundbreaking research in fetal cardiology, pulmonology and more. #PediatricResearch #PedSky
Spring 2025 Pediatric Research Awards
Discover the latest advances in pediatric research.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 26d
For #ChildhoodCancerAwareness month, we're sharing our research that's advancing our understanding and treatment of #PediatricCancer. Check out this promising therapeutic strategy for aggressive pediatric #BrainTumors.  #OncSky #PedSky
A Therapeutic Strategy for Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor
Targeting SIRT2 shows promise for treating ATRT.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 26d
Our #CancerResearch team has developed a novel therapeutic platform called ALA-CART that shows great potential to improve long-term outcomes and the effectiveness of #CARTcell therapy for resistant #leukemia. #ChildhoodCancerAwareness
ALA-CART: Novel CAR-T Cell Therapy Fights Relapsed Leukemia
A new strategy with great potential for improved outcomes.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 26d
Thank you to ENT Credit Union for establishing an endowed chair position in pediatric #otolaryngology at Children's Hospital Colorado. Read more about the inaugural chair, Dr. Soham Roy, and his vision for the future. #PedsENT #otolaryngology
Investing in ENT Care
Ent Credit Union donation helps support ear, nose and throat care
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 27d
Perinatal #cannabis use in Colorado is rising. Our analysis found 13% of individuals reported using cannabis during or after pregnancy, with the odds of use doubling among those with prenatal depression. What’s driving this trend? #MaternalMentalHealth #MedSky
Link to Depression and Increased Perinatal Cannabis Use
Depression during pregnancy doubled the risk of perinatal use.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · 27d
Did you know that 1 in 4 patients sustain an #AcuteKidneyInjury (AKI) in the hospital? With no treatment for AKI, our nephrologists are leading several innovative initiatives to address prevention and management. #NephSky
Preventing Acute Kidney Injuries
How a unique program makes a big difference.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · Sep 8
There’s hope for families juggling dozens of medications for a child with medical complexity. Our doctors are finding solutions that would make #MedicationManagement safer, cheaper and more effective. #MedSky
Making Polypharmacy Medication Management Easier and Safer
How a dedicated pharmacist can make all the difference.
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Children’s Hospital Colorado Research and Innovation @childrensresearch.bsky.social · Sep 5
Collaboration is instrumental in making advances in #pediatric healthcare. See how working together across specialties led our Neurofibromatosis (NF) Program to be named a Comprehensive NF Center by the Children's Tumor Foundation. #NeuroSky #neurofibromatosis
Neurofibromatosis Comprehensive Center Designation
Learn more about our designation to care for children with NF1.
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