Children's National

About

Children’s National Hospital, founded in 1870 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a leading pediatric academic health system consistently ranked among the nation’s top ten children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. The organization delivers comprehensive care across specialties—including cardiology, oncology, neurology, surgery, and neonatology—through its primary‑care network and specialty sites throughout the D.C. metropolitan area. In 2021 it opened the Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus, a first‑of‑its‑kind pediatric hub that supports translational research, surgical innovation at the Sheikh Zayed Institute, and the development of new therapies. Recognized as a Magnet® hospital for four consecutive years, Children’s National emphasizes high‑standard nursing, patient‑centered care, and active advocacy for children’s health at local, regional, and national levels. As a non‑profit, it relies on community donors to sustain its mission of ensuring every child receives the highest quality care.