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Cutting-edge technology: the Berlin Heart

Cutting-edge technology: the Berlin Heart

Children’s Memorial was the first hospital in Illinois to use the Berlin Heart—a state-of-the-art ventricular assist device that takes over the pumping action of the heart when a patient is in a state of profound heart failure.

Learn more about the Berlin Heart and our Division of Cardiovascular-thoracic Surgery.

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Paige's Music Program at Children's Memorial provides healing and coping benefits for a number of children, especially those who are hospitalized for long periods of time. Watch video »

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Give the cards & gifts that keep on giving this holiday season! Give the cards & gifts that keep on giving this holiday season!

Visit the online store to view the Children’s Expressions line of products featuring artwork designed by our patients with proceeds benefiting the hospital.

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