John R. Oishei Children's Hospital
| Location | 818 Ellicott Street |
| Address | |
| Region | Buffalo |
| State | New York |
| Country | United States |
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| Funding | |
| Website | [ochbuffalo.org Official website] |
John R. Oishei Children's Hospital is a pediatric acute care hospital located in Buffalo, New York. It is part of the Kaleida Health system and serves as a major teaching hospital for the University at Buffalo. The hospital is named after John R. Oishei, a prominent philanthropist and founder of the Oishei Foundation.
History[edit | edit source]
The hospital opened its doors on November 10, 2017, replacing the Women & Children's Hospital of Buffalo, which had served the community for over 125 years. The new facility was designed to provide state-of-the-art care in a family-friendly environment, with a focus on patient-centered care and advanced medical technology.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
John R. Oishei Children's Hospital is a 12-story, 185-bed facility that offers a wide range of pediatric services. It is equipped with a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The hospital also features specialized units for pediatric surgery, cardiology, oncology, and neurology.
Services[edit | edit source]
The hospital provides comprehensive pediatric care, including:
- Emergency and trauma services
- Neonatal and pediatric intensive care
- Pediatric surgery
- Cardiology
- Oncology
- Neurology
- Orthopedics
- Gastroenterology
- Endocrinology
- Pulmonology
Research and Education[edit | edit source]
As a teaching hospital affiliated with the University at Buffalo, John R. Oishei Children's Hospital is involved in numerous research initiatives and clinical trials. The hospital provides training for medical students, residents, and fellows in various pediatric specialties. It is committed to advancing pediatric medicine through research and education.
Community Involvement[edit | edit source]
The hospital is actively involved in the Buffalo community, offering outreach programs and health education initiatives. It collaborates with local organizations to improve child health and well-being in the region.
Also see[edit | edit source]
Template:Hospitals in New York Template:Pediatric hospitals in the United States
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