When twin brothers Jayden and Cayden arrived early, medical complications required multiple emergency surgeries. Their parents found the support they needed at AdventHealth for Children’s Level IV NICU. Recognized as a national leader in newborn care by U.S. News & World Report, our experts helped the boys become happy, healthy and twice the fun.
When Luna’s parents learned she would be born with Down syndrome, they found the unique support their family needed at AdventHealth for Children. As the only lifespan Down syndrome program in the Southeast that provides primary and specialty care for patients from birth through adulthood, our team was there for Luna and her family. Today, she is a loving, joyful preschooler.
Cora was growing and thriving like any other child her age until she began falling to the ground without warning. After a trip to AdventHealth for Children for an evaluation and a new epilepsy diagnosis, her life was forever changed. Realizing that medication was not enough to help Cora be seizure-free, the next step was surgical intervention. Trusting the experienced and world-class team of pediatric neurosurgeons and epileptologists, Cora bravely underwent surgery. Her awe-inspiring story combines a family's hope with innovative epilepsy care to help a young girl lead the life she deserves.
When Antonio tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), he thought his track and field career was over. But he found hope when he met Sean Keyes, DO, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at AdventHealth for Children, and heard about the revolutionary bridge-enhanced ACL (BEAR) repair. The BEAR® Implant allows a torn ACL to heal on its own. As a leader in this innovative treatment, Dr. Keyes gave Antonio and his family confidence for recovery. Antonio is back to running track and sees Olympic dreams around the turn.
When Ezekiel stopped eating for a week, complaining of stomach pain, it wasn't just the terrible twos. It turned out his liver was failing. He needed a transplant, fast. Central Florida's first and only pediatric liver transplant program at AdventHealth for Children was there for Ezekiel and his family with leading-edge treatments and compassionate care. Read more about Ezekiel’s journey and how he’s healthy and thriving today.
When Zoe found a painful mass in her neck, her mom Yonaliz took her to AdventHealth for Children. Our Chief of Pediatric Head and Neck Surgery, Joseph Lopez, MD, MBA, was able to remove the entire tumor. Yonaliz said she trusted God’s plans — and Dr. Lopez’s capable hands — with her daughter's life. Zoe never required any additional treatment and was able to get back to being a typical teen. Haz Click Aquí para Ver esta Historia en Español.
National Leader in Newborn Care
For the 4th time, AdventHealth for Children is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital for newborn care in Florida.
Highest Level for Epilepsy Care in Central Florida
AdventHealth has the only epilepsy center in Central Florida designated Level 4, the highest designation from the National Association of Epilepsy Centers.
Highest Quality in Surgical Care
AdventHealth for Children is verified as a Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center by the ACS Surgery Verification Quality Improvement Program.
Gold Standard in Nursing
AdventHealth for Children holds the gold standard Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Highest National Recognition in NICU Nursing Care
AdventHealth for Children has been recognized by The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) and achieved a gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence for exceptional NICU patient care.
Gold Level Hospital for Infant Sleep Safety
AdventHealth for Children is recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a gold level hospital.