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It may look like Gael Gonzalez, 6, is simply having fun, crouched on the floor and playing with a miniature train set. But what’s happening for him at a new autism clinic at the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio is of utmost importance.

Ten outstanding young physicians from all over the country will complete their pediatric residency training at The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio through Baylor College of Medicine’s pediatric residency program, one of the top-ranked residency programs in the nation. This is the second group of residents for the new residency...

The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio Foundation and The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio celebrated the appointment of an endowed chair, named for Richard S. Wayne, M.D., with an investiture ceremony. The Richard S. Wayne, M.D. Endowed Chair in Pediatric Cardiology was awarded to Dr. Richard O. Lorber,...

The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio Foundation announced the public phase of the Putting Children First campaign to raise $80 million before December 31, 2016. With generous leadership gifts and a dedicated commitment from a variety of community and business leaders, The Children’s Foundation has already secured $73,100,000. The...

Dr. Peter Nielsen joins The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio medical leadership team as Obstetrician-in-Chief. The appointment of Dr. Nielsen aligns with the Hospital’s goal to establish a world-class children’s hospital with a strong maternal-fetal medicine program. Dr. Nielsen was selected after an extensive, national search and chosen based on...

The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio is expanding its services into Northwest San Antonio with the planned opening of a multispecialty clinic for children in the Shops at La Cantera. “This expansion is another milestone in the Hospital’s journey to become a world-class children’s hospital and further solidifies our commitment...

When Stephanie Minica accidentally spilled a bag of Goldfish crackers recently, her son James responded, “Uh oh, mess.” That was the first time three-year-old James had spoken more than one syllable without prompting. Diagnosed with autism in January, that moment came after James had spent two weeks in a 10-week-long...

The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio announced today it will become the official health care sponsor of Classics Elite Soccer Academy by providing medical expertise to coaches, players, and their families. The partnership includes advice on injury prevention and will provide members with the information they need to remain healthy...

The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio launched its patient portal, an online tool that gives parents access to their child’s health records online, through the website www.YourCHRISTUS.org. YourCHRISTUS is in addition to the outpatient portal which many parents have embraced and engaged for several years now. YourCHRISTUS is an...

Children’s Hospital of San Antonio announced today that Baylor College of Medicine has reached an agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) to participate in their PPO plan. Patients and families with BCBSTX PPO coverage will now have access to more than 160 physicians and specialists who...