by Dr. Nick Holekamp, Chief Medical Officer | May 12, 2025 | Patient Care & Innovation
Every May, hospitals across the country celebrate National Hospital Week, a time to celebrate hospitals, healthcare workers and the work they do in their communities. For me, the annual week is also a time to reflect on the work of our incredible team who strive to...
by Dr. Nick Holekamp, Chief Medical Officer | Nov 18, 2024 | Historical Highlights
This December marks two decades in our colorful, hope-inspiring building in Maryland Heights, Missouri. During the design process , Ranken Jordan’s leadership team, staff members, patients and families met with architect Steve Hunsicker and his team to compile our...
by Dr. Nick Holekamp, Chief Medical Officer | Oct 21, 2024 | Research & Education
After receiving treatment for a life-changing traumatic event or diagnosis in a traditional children’s hospital, where do children go before returning home? After all, their recovery journey doesn’t end once they exit those hospital doors. Next steps after intensive...
by Dr. Nick Holekamp, Chief Medical Officer | Sep 27, 2024 | Patient Care & Innovation
Play: the word itself is light, fun and joyful. But, it’s much more than that. Through play, kids can bond, process their emotions, boost coordination and strength, reduce anxiety and stress, develop cooperative and problem-solving skills and regain a sense of...
by Dr. Nick Holekamp, Chief Medical Officer | Jul 1, 2024 | Patient Care & Innovation
I’ve met more than 2,000 children and their families during my more than 24 years at Ranken Jordan, and I could write countless blog posts about the incredible people I’ve met here. But one family in particular stands out to me this month: the story of 8-year-old Yeva...
