Before Collins was even born, her parents knew she had a heart condition that would require treatment. But after her birth, her medical conditions became even more complex.

A second opinion with Cincinnati Children’s changed everything.

At Cincinnati Children’s, her cardiologist’s expert insight led to a diagnosis of a rare condition her local hospital couldn’t find. This unlocked a new care plan and the best possible outcome for Collins.

Collins was born with a heart condition. When she was 3 days old, she unexpectedly needed major intestinal surgery at her local hospital. Her parents had a lot of questions about her multiple medical conditions but were not getting the answers they needed.

Then they turned to Cincinnati Children’s. Specialists there had the deep experience and expertise needed to connect the dots that others couldn’t. Through advanced genetic testing, they diagnosed Collins with a rare genetic condition that affected her body in multiple ways.

This diagnosis changed everything. Cincinnati Children’s experts were able to provide a personalized treatment plan for Collins, coordinating her care with multiple specialists throughout the health system. They also supported providing the best care close to Collins’ home, including her Cincinnati Children’s pediatric cardiologist in Louisville.

Today, Collins is a vibrant, energetic child who loves to play, run and swim. Her parents credit Cincinnati Children’s for providing them with the answers that gave Collins a brighter future.

Why Families Choose Cincinnati Children's

Each year, families from all 50 states and dozens of countries seek expert care here, trusting us to provide the best possible outcomes for their children. Here’s why.

Our doctors are global leaders.

Our specialists are internationally renowned for their expertise, spanning from the most common to the rarest pediatric health conditions. This enables them to take on a higher volume of medically complex cases than other children’s hospitals, drawing on this unmatched experience to deliver exceptional care. 

Innovation drives our care.

Our doctors and researchers develop breakthrough medical innovations that advance the knowledge and treatment of pediatric medicine. These advanced treatments are often only available at Cincinnati Children’s. Every day, we use those innovations to create unique solutions and provide the best possible outcomes for the most challenging medical conditions. It’s why, time after time, we can say yes and provide solutions for patients like Collins. 

Our top-ranked teams work together.

Our patients benefit from having a wealth of experts all working to ensure their best outcomes. These include our #1 ranked cancer, gastroenterology and GI surgery, and diabetes and endocrinology teams plus more than 200 other services and specialties. Through open communication and shared decision-making, families gain the confidence and hope that come from having a dedicated team of experts caring for their child. This collaborative approach is also a key reason why Cincinnati Children’s has proudly ranked among the nation’s top hospitals year after year.

Parents are partners in care.

Our teams go above and beyond to support both our patients and their parents. We actively engage parents and caregivers. We involve and support them in every step of care. It’s why more than 90% of patients and families rate us a 9 or 10 out of 10 for patient experience.

After all, we believe a child’s story is so much bigger than their diagnosis, no matter how common or rare. Because helping all children live their best possible life is at the center of everything we do. 

For remarkable outcomes, Cincinnati Children’s is the one.