Children's National Hospital

Children's National Hospital, founded in 1870, is a leading pediatric healthcare institution based in Washington, D.C. It operates 323 beds across 21 locations in the region and serves more than 250,000 children annually from all 50 states, as well as Puerto Rico. The hospital is ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and is tied for #1 in the Mid-Atlantic region. It holds ANCC Magnet designation, awarded four times for nursing excellence.

The institution covers over 50 pediatric subspecialties and encompasses both acute clinical care and advanced research. Its Children's National Research Institute conducts investigations in pediatric medicine, with over 70% of research funding coming from federal agencies - including 60% from the National Institutes of Health. The Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation focuses specifically on advancing surgical techniques for children.

In 2019, Children's National acquired the HSC Health Care System as a wholly-owned subsidiary, expanding its scope of services. The hospital also pursues non-traditional partnerships, such as its collaboration with Disney to create comforting and personalised experiences for young patients. Staff are supported in advocacy efforts at legislative levels, reflecting the institution's broader commitment to children's health beyond its clinical walls.