There is an undeniably special connection between a mother and her newborn baby. Seven years ago, Meredith Cooper fought alongside her husband, Gary, and physicians at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio to save her newborn twins, Holly and Heather. “My water broke early, and we still don’t know what caused it,” said Meredith. “We... Continue Reading →
There are many meaningful ways you can help provide hope and healing for our children: Give Now Your tax-deductible donation makes life better for critically ill and injured children in San Antonio, South Central Texas, and beyond. You can make a difference right now by visiting our website. Monthly Giving By committing to provide... Continue Reading →
At 14 weeks in-utero, doctors noticed a serious curvature in Evan’s spine and predicted a difficult road ahead. Evan was born with a tethered spinal cord, intertwined ribs, and scoliosis. These problems inhibit the growth of the lungs and the ability to breathe. In order to live, Evan would need to undergo surgeries to improve... Continue Reading →
This year's 6th Annual Golf fore Friends Tournament was a huge success! The weather was perfect for a beautiful day out on the green. Golfers started off the day enjoying a complimentary breakfast provided by A Novel Idea, Aramark and Mama Margie's. Justin Sheedy, Friends Foundation board member, kicked off the tournament with opening remarks... Continue Reading →
Put on your cowboy hat, slip into your boots, and join us for Children's Hospital Trail Ride's (CHTR) annual events, happening over the next few weeks. Each year, local families and volunteers gather for country-western fun at CHTR's team roping event, trail ride, and BBQ cook off. Proceeds from each of these events benefit our... Continue Reading →
When Amanda was 23 weeks pregnant, she went in for a routine checkup with her physician and discovered that her baby's stomach could not be seen on a sonogram. Amanda's doctor explained that her baby likely had esophageal atresia, a rare but serious congenital condition in which the upper esophagus is separated from the lower... Continue Reading →
In 2014, The Max and Minnie Tomerlin Voelcker Clinical Research Center, a 12,000-square-foot facility at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, opened and laid the foundation for what research at The Children’s Hospital has become today. “The gifts we received from the Max and Minnie Tomerlin Voelcker Fund during our early stages have really allowed... Continue Reading →
Dr. Colette M. Kohler spent her life defying the odds. She entered medical school at University of Texas at Galveston a year early, becoming the second youngest member of her class and one of six women in a class of 167. After graduating in 1955, Dr. Kohler began practicing general pediatrics in San Antonio. Having... Continue Reading →
Your gift has the power to save lives at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio. Zack's parents were desperate to find the very best care for their four-year-old son who was suffering from a rare and aggressive type of kidney cancer. After consulting with Dr. Barry Cofer and Dr. Muhammad Mumtaz at the pediatric intensive... Continue Reading →
The holidays can be a difficult time for patients and families in the Hospital. You have the opportunity to brighten their season by participating in The Container Store's Holiday Hugs program. This program is dedicated to bringing joy to patients at The Children's Hospital of San Antonio by delivering Holiday Hug Sacks filled with toys,... Continue Reading →
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