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Kidney Transplantation
Child Health
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Organ Donation
Pediatric Medicine
Pain Management
Ventricular Assist Device
Integrated Newborn Care Kit
Newborn Mortality
Childhood Cancer Survivorship
Heart Transplant
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Leukemia

Big breakthroughs often start with a simple question. SickKids VS takes you behind the scenes of remarkable discoveries to answer questions like: Can a $5 kit save a newborn’s life? Have doctors uncovered a new leukemia treatment? What happens when a lifesaving device disrupts daily living? Join us to heal the future. (For bonus content or to advance similar research, please visit SickKidsFoundati... more

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Newborn mortality is one of the biggest challenges facing global child health. One SickKids scientist is determined to change that with an inexpensive kit that gives parents the tools they need to keep their newborn healthy and safe. Join us as we tr... more

Despite advancements in treatment, leukemia survival rates have remained unchanged for years—until now. A groundbreaking clinical trial is transforming outcomes for children. Hear from the SickKids experts who led this game-changing breakthrough and ... more

When Harper was four, she was surgically tethered to a machine the size of a dishwasher. It kept her alive as she waited for a heart transplant. But it meant her life was confined to a hospital indefinitely. A new study explores the complex emotions ... more

An accident at the beach left 15-year-old Lauryn in extreme discomfort for years. Pain is one of the body’s most important signals for survival but sometimes signals in the brain can get crossed and the hurt continues long after an injury has healed.... more

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Hannah Bank
Host of SickKids VS Podcast and expert in pediatric care, engaging in discussions that highlight breakthroughs in children's health.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Remarkable stories

    This podcast touches my heart every time I listen. Thank you Sick Kids for the important impactful work you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StevieG56
    Canada2 years ago
  • Sick kids 1989

    I had 6 open heart surgery when baby at sick kids I die on surgery table I had highest fever never saw at sick kids I love be on podcast tell my story how sick kids my dad save my life and I won’t be there with out sick kids I love podcasts what great ideal I love be on it share my story

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ourhockeylife
    Canada3 years ago
  • Informative and Inspiring

    Amazing to hear these stories, where we are at and where we are going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kaitlynms925
    Canada5 years ago
  • Eye opening pediatric experience

    It is unbelievable how many of those young children have congenital diseases or struggling with genetic associated diseases. I could never imagine how it is like to be one of them or to be like their family members. There were some touching moments in the Podcast and I have really been enjoying listening from their perspectives. Those stories helped to shape my pediatric care and to really think about individual family strength and incorporate family-centered care in my practice. This Podcast is... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    liwhoau
    Canada5 years ago
  • Amazing initiative

    I like listening to this podcast. Great effort to deliver the news of new breakthroughs. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MH.ios
    Canada5 years ago

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Some feedback points to a desire for a discussion on ethics and transparency in healthcare, reflecting a need for robust dialogue on trust in medical institutions.
Many express admiration for the inspiring narratives and the impactful work being done at SickKids Hospital.
The podcast is praised for making complex medical concepts accessible and relatable to everyone.
Listeners appreciate the insightful stories that highlight both the emotional aspects and medical advancements in pediatric care.

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Why Do Emergency Departments Need AI? SickKids VS Wait Times
Q: What are patients and families saying about it? What's the feedback that you've gotten?
We’re getting really great feedback around some of the patient-facing tools that we've deployed, allowing families to track their spot in the queue and understand care progression, which helps manage their anxiety while waiting.
Why Do Emergency Departments Need AI? SickKids VS Wait Times
Q: Can you explain what Hero AI is?
Hero AI is a platform technology that allows us to take our machine learning algorithms and apply them to patient data in near real time, which just means as the data is being generated, we can look at that data, apply AI algorithms to them, and then push insights out to both patients through our patient app called Beacon and to healthcare providers.

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Exploring groundbreaking advancements in pediatric medicine, this podcast focuses on stories that resonate deeply with both healthcare professionals and the public alike. Episodes highlight significant challenges faced by children with various medical conditions, innovative treatments, and the emotional journeys of patients and their families. From discussions about cost-effective healthcare solutions to insights into complex trials, the content is infused with personal narratives that make the science relatable and engaging. The series aims to illuminate the impact of medical research while fostering a deeper understanding of healthcare in children's lives.

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