Children's Health Annual Report 2022

Research & News

Anti Seizure Medication

Anti-Seizure Medication

New pediatric epilepsy research published in the Journal of Child Neurology shows perampanel's effectiveness and safety. Learn more about advancements in pediatric neurology.
AKI Training
Pediatric nephrologist Dr. Hidalgo trains Latin American doctors in lifesaving kidney care techniques for children. Learn more about advancements in pediatric nephrology.
Brain

Brain Cancer Study

Find less toxic pediatric brain cancer therapy at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital. Learn about a new study offering hope for children with aggressive brain tumors.
Cappell

Dr. Joshua Cappell

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital welcomes Dr. Cappell, a leading pediatric neurointensivist. Learn more about advanced pediatric neurology care.
Cakut

CAKUT

Sanzari Children's Hospital offers expert pediatric nephrology and urology care for congenital kidney and urinary tract anomalies. Learn more.
Camacho

Dr. Camacho-Bydume

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital welcomes Dr. Camacho-Bydume, a pediatric hematology-oncology specialist. Learn more about advanced pediatric cancer care.
Endoscopic Corpus Callostomy

Neurosurgeons at Hackensack University Medical Center Perform Hospital’s First Endoscopic-Assisted Corpus Callosotomy Surgery

Pediatric neurosurgeons perform innovative epilepsy surgery at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital, offering advanced treatment options for children with drug-resistant seizures. Learn more.
CDI Lab

CDI Thymus Research

Thymus immunotherapy research at Hackensack Meridian Children's Health offers hope for long-term pediatric blood cancer treatment. Learn more.
Epilepsy

Medically Refractory Epilepsy

Find relief from intractable epilepsy. Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital offers advanced epilepsy surgery & comprehensive care. Learn more.
Rare Kidney Disease

EPIKK Study

New Jersey children with rare kidney diseases may qualify for a clinical trial offering a promising new treatment. Learn more.
Study of Medications

Migraine Headache Treatment

Children's migraine study underway at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital. Learn about the Rimegepant trial for kids aged 6-17 experiencing migraine headaches. Learn more.
COG

Children’s Oncology Group

K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital offers children with cancer access to leading clinical trials. Cutting-edge pediatric cancer treatment is now available closer to home. Learn more.
Dr Gliksman

NeuroGrants-Gliksman

Dr. Gliksman leads pediatric brain injury research at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital. Learn about advancements in pediatric neurology and neurosurgery.
CIT Study

CIT Study

Pediatric cancer research reveals chemotherapy side effects. Learn about CIT impact on treatment & transfusion needs at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital.
Peds Neuro Residency

Pediatric Neurology Residency

NJ's only Pediatric Neurology Residency program trains exceptional child neurologists. Learn more about this 5-year program at K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital.
Perampanel

Perampanel

Pediatric epilepsy research reveals perampanel's effectiveness and safety. Dr. Segal's study provides valuable insights for families. Learn more.
Kidney Foundation Awards

Kidney Foundation Award

Dr. Lieberman, top pediatric nephrologist, receives national award for excellence in care. Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital offers leading-edge kidney treatments. Learn more.
Degliuomini

Dr. Degliuomini

Dr. Degliuomini joins Sanzari Children's Hospital, providing expert pediatric hematology-oncology care. Learn more.
PMR Leadership

PMR Leadership

Top pediatric physiatrists Drs. Sirak & Marcantuono join Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health, advancing care for children. Learn more.
Gene Therapy

Tumor Board

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital offers advanced molecular & gene therapy for childhood leukemia. Experts discuss genetic variants to find the best treatment options. Learn more.
Doctors review medical image
Sanzari Children's Hospital offers leading-edge epilepsy treatment. A new responsive neurostimulation device helps children manage drug-resistant seizures. Learn more about pediatric treatments.
Nephrology Clinic

Nephrology Clinic

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital opens a Pediatric Nephrology & Urology Clinic. Get expert care for children with kidney disease. Learn more.
Low Grade Gliomas

Recurrent Low Grade Gliomas

Find hope for recurrent low-grade gliomas. Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital offers a clinical trial testing new combination therapies for pediatric and young adult patients. Learn more.
Nasal Spray

Seizure Rescue Medication

Diazepam nasal spray safely treats seizures, even with oral meds. New research from Dr. Segal shows effectiveness and ease of use. Learn more.
Welcome from the program director
Dr. Namrata Jain leads pediatric kidney transplants at Hackensack Meridian Children's Health. Learn more about this vital program and its expert team.
NLPHL

NLPHL

Dr. Appel's pediatric oncology research advances Hodgkin lymphoma treatment. Learn about Children's Health's progress in pediatric cancer care.
DNA graphic
UMC researchers discovered a new ALS type. Learn about this breakthrough and leading neurological care.
Doctor consulting with pediatric patient
K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital now offers pediatric dialysis. Our expert team provides comprehensive care for children with kidney conditions. Learn more today.
Fertility Preservation Program

Fertility Preservation Program

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital offers fertility preservation for pediatric cancer survivors. Protect future fertility. Learn more.
Medical professional with test tube
Pioneering Fabry disease gene therapy study now enrolling at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital. Learn more about this innovative, one-time treatment approach.
Adult doctor with pediatric patient
NJ's Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital offers advanced brain tumor treatments via the PNOC. Access cutting-edge clinical trials and innovative research. Learn more.
Doctor reviews medical graphic with pediatric patient
Children's kidney disease experts at Joseph M. Sanzari and K. Hovnanian Children's Hospitals offer advanced care and research. Learn more.
PNOC Study

PNOC Study

Sanzari Children's Hospital offers a new brain tumor clinical trial for children and young adults. Learn about this leading-edge treatment.
Rubenstein

Dr. Sara Rubenstein

Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital welcomes Dr. Rubenstein, a pediatric neurologist specializing in neurodevelopmental disorders. Learn more about our advanced pediatric neurology care.
Transplant Program

Transplant Program

Expanding pediatric kidney transplant program offers shorter wait times & improved care for children. Learn more about Dr. Jain's leadership & advancements.
PNOC021

High-Grade Gliomas Trial

Children's brain tumor treatment research offers hope. Learn about a new clinical trial studying trametinib and everolimus at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital.
Unos

UNOS

Dr. Jain, pediatric nephrologist, joins national transplant committee. Learn about advancements in pediatric nephrology care at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital.
Seizure

Seizure Studies

Find new epilepsy treatments for children at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital. Learn about clinical trials and leading doctors. Reduce seizures.
Adult doctor with pediatric patient
Sanzari Children's Hospital joins global consortium, offering children expanded access to innovative brain tumor therapies and clinical trials. Learn more.
Sturge Weber Syndrome

Sturge-Weber Syndrome

Dr. Segal provides expert Sturge-Weber syndrome care. His recommendations improve coordinated care for children. Learn more about pediatric neurology advancements.
Genetic Diagnosing

Kidney Disease Genetic Test

Early genetic testing for kidney disease. Free for children. Find expert pediatric nephrologists. Learn more.
Advanced Proton Therapy
Advanced proton therapy for children's cancer is now available at ProCure NJ. Minimize side effects with this precise radiation treatment. Call 551-996-1880 for a referral.
CBD

Study of Cannabidiol Treatments

Learn about pediatric neurologist-led CBD research for Lennox-Gastaut and Dravet Syndromes. Discover the latest findings and physician perspectives.
Leadership

Kidney Research

Cutting-edge pediatric kidney disease treatments. Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital offers advanced therapies & clinical trials. Learn more.
Neurological Exam
Children's glioblastoma treatment: Learn about a new clinical trial at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital using Optune with chemotherapy. Find hope.
COVID

COVID-19 and the Adolescent Brain

Learn about adolescent COVID-19 and brain inflammation. Sanzari Children's Hospital doctors share insights and treatment. Improve understanding of this rare condition.
UTI Rapid Test

UTI Test Study

Fast, accurate UTI test results in 36 hours. Children's Hospitals study shows improved pediatric UTI care. Learn more.
Dr Scerbo
K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital offers leading pediatric cancer treatment trials via Children's Oncology Group affiliation. Access cutting-edge research and expert care in Neptune. Learn more.
Neurosurgery

Neurosurgery Case Study

Baby survives rare skull malformation at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital. Learn about life-saving pediatric neurosurgery.
Nero Oncology Lab Building
New Jersey's first pediatric brain tumor research lab offers hope. Learn about advancements in pediatric oncology.
Pediatric Neurology Comprehensive

Spinal Muscular Atrophy

New Jersey's first Zolgensma® treatment for SMA Type 1. Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital offers this life-saving gene therapy, eliminating travel burdens for families. Learn more.
Lymphoma

Lymphoma Trial

Avoid toxic stem cell transplant side effects. Learn about a novel lymphoma therapy offered at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital. Find hope.
Thrombosis

Thrombosis Program

Find safer, effective pediatric thrombosis treatment at Joseph M. Sanzari Children's Hospital. Our experts offer advanced care & participate in vital research trials. Learn more.