Learning never stops here.
With care this innovative, there’s always something new to share. Visit here often to read the latest findings and breakthroughs. Learn what’s new around the hospital. And get inspired by the stories of our incredibly brave patients and families.
Are hospitals stimulating enough for young patients? What our new research suggests
No parent plans for their child to be in the hospital, especially for a prolonged period of time. But for parents of kids aged 0-5 who face this reality, I know there’s something they worry about: a long hospital stay can put a child more at risk for developmental delay. In an important first step in reversing this trend, my team and I at Ranken Jordan launched a time-motion study in 2021 to track the whereabouts and activities of our patients.
3 main takeaways from my TED Talk for TEDxStLouis
In May 2023, I was lucky enough to do a TEDx Talk for TEDxStLouis. I wanted to do it because my team and I at Ranken Jordan are on a mission to change how the healthcare community treats children with complex medical needs.
Introducing our new blog series, “Notes from Dr. Nick”
Introducing our new blog series, “Notes from Dr. Nick”. Hi, I’m Dr. Nick Holekamp but most people call me Dr. Nick. I’m the Chief Medical Officer here at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital, a very special place in St. Louis, Missouri.
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“I still think about how Ranken Jordan changed my life.”
— Kiland Sampa, Inpatient Jul-Nov 2013, Outpatient Dec 2013-Dec 2014