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Ka'lee is Running, Walking and Thriving After Gene Therapy for Muscular Dystrophy

06/19/2026 – Ka'lee was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) at just two years old. One of four siblings, he is the only one in his family with this condition. His mother, Carmen, did not expect the diagnosis, and at first, didn't fully understand what it would mean for her son's future. Since his first treatment in 2024 he has achieved milestones that once felt out of reach.

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Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Parent

05/06/2025 – Becoming a parent is one of life’s greatest adventures, but it comes with surprises that no one can truly prepare you for. Joining us to share her unique perspective is Dr. Melanie Suaris, a pediatrician at Nicklaus Children’s who sees patients at our primary pediatric care locations in Cutler Bay and at Nicklaus Children’s at Galloway. Listen to this Podcast

Supporting Kids with Healthy Meals Throughout the Summer Break

06/11/2026 by Food for Salud – Summer can be a wonderful time for families — longer days, more time together, and a break from the school routine. For many families, it can also bring added stress when school meals are no longer available The Head Start/Early Head Start program, which provides high quality comprehensive early childhood and family engagement, offers families the following practical solutions to keeping kids nourished all summer long.

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Nicklaus Children's Performs Region's First Pediatric Total Hip Replacement Using Innovative Mixed Reality-assisted Surgical Guidance

06/23/2026 –

Game-changing procedure for patients and surgeons

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Orthopedic, Sports Medicine, and Spine Institute clinicians made history once again in South Florida after successfully performing the region's first pediatric total hip replacement using mixed reality-assisted surgical guidance. The procedure was performed by Dr. Thomas J. Utset-Ward, a pediatric orthopedic oncologist and one of only 10 specialists in the nation focused entirely on treating bone tumors and complex orthopedic conditions in children and adolescents.

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Dr. Julie Kantor Becomes Next President of the Miami-Dade County Medical Association

06/17/2026 – Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is proud to recognize Dr. Julie Kantor, pediatrician and associate professor of pediatrics at FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, on her induction as president of the Miami-Dade County Medical Association (MDCMA).

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From Setback to Comeback: A Softball Player’s Journey Back to the Game She Loves

6/24/2026 – When Emma began to experience persistent knee pain, she knew she needed to seek medical attention to stay in the game. Determined to find a way forward, Emma and her family sought answers at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Orthopedic, Sports Medicine & Spine Institute.

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Sargassum Seaweed & Children’s Health: What You Need to Know

June 15, 2026 – A recent development may pose a threat not only to your family’s enjoyment of South Florida's beaches but also the health of you and your children — and that’s Sargassum seaweed.