By the Numbers: The New Children's Hospital

Here’s a snapshot of The new Children’s Hospital, located near the intersection of I-225 and East Colfax Avenue.

  • 1.44 million square feet to allow expansion of space for care and research
  • Throughout the 48-acre campus, abundant walkways and beautiful landscaping provide a tranquil setting for patients and guests
  • 23 elevators to eliminate waiting
  • More than 1,000 pediatric specialists on staff, more than any other hospital in our seven state region

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Recent News

  • Back to School Safety August 22, 2008 Children are back in school and with it comes the time for parents to review safe traffic behaviors with their children. It is a time for drivers to slow down, stay off their cell phones and watch for students in school zones.
  • Doctors Pledge To Lower Radiation Exposure In Kids August 20, 2008 Dr. John Strain, head of pediatric radiology at The Children's Hospital, was interviewed by CBS-4 for a story about doctors pledging to lower the radiation exposure to kids.
  • New Technique to Transplant Hearts in Babies August 20, 2008 A landmark pediatric organ transplant study reinforces the importance of both organ donation and of maintaining the viability of organs needed to save lives of children.
  • Do Statins Help Overweight Children? August 20, 2008 Stephen Daniels, MD, pediatrician-in-chief, was interviewed for an online story on cholesterol and kids.
  • Finding Value in Employees as Volunteers August 20, 2008 An Aurora Sentinel article highlighted a number of employers who create opportunities for employees to volunteer in their community or allow time away during the week for employees to donate their time.

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