When children are sick, parents' hearts ache more than ever.

In such times, having a world-class pediatric hospital nearby where you can trust your child is a great blessing. Located in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama, 'Children's of Alabama' is just that place. 

As one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the United States and the only one in Alabama dedicated solely to 'children's care,' let me introduce you to this remarkable facility. 1. Over 110 years of history, Alabama's only pediatric medical system Children's of Alabama was established in 1911 and has a rich history of over 110 years caring for the health of children in the community.

This hospital boasts an unparalleled medical infrastructure that goes beyond simply treating sick children.  It is the third largest facility in the U.S.: including the main building, 'Benjamin Russell Hospital for Children,' the total area spans 3.5 million square feet (approximately 98,000 pyeong), showcasing its massive scale among the best in the country. 

It has the highest level of pediatric emergency medical system and trauma center for Level 1 critically ill pediatric patients in Alabama. As an official training hospital affiliated with the prestigious University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Medicine, top-tier medical professionals and innovative pediatric medical research are conducted here.

This hospital is one of the busiest pediatric hospitals in the U.S.

It is no exaggeration to say that almost every child patient in Alabama passes through here. You can feel its impact just by looking at the annual patient numbers.

There is one particularly surprising fact. Over 90% of children diagnosed with pediatric cancer or blood disorders in Alabama receive treatment at this hospital. In simple terms, if a child is diagnosed with a serious illness, they are likely to come here. This hospital plays a central role in the fields of pediatric cancer and blood disorders.

It is also highly regarded in the U.S. The U.S. News & World Report, which is the most cited source for hospital evaluations in the country, selects various specialties of Children's of Alabama as top children's hospitals nationwide every year. Fields such as pediatric cardiology, nephrology, oncology, and neurology consistently rank among the best in the country, objectively recognizing the skills of the medical staff and the level of care provided.

However, the reason this hospital receives such high praise is not just due to its medical technology. Many parents express the highest satisfaction with the 'family-centered care.'

When a child is hospitalized, parents also experience significant stress, and this hospital strives to care for those aspects as well.

For example, they operate a Child Life program that helps children cope with the hospital environment through play and education.

They also provide professional psychological support to reduce anxiety during treatment, as well as spaces for families to rest comfortably and counseling services.

While doctors provide treatment, the philosophy that the entire family participates in the process of a child enduring the hospital experience is embedded throughout the hospital.

Another significant point is that this hospital is a non-profit medical institution. Because it prioritizes the health of children in the community over profit, it supports economically disadvantaged families to receive necessary treatment through various donations and sponsorships.

Birmingham is considered a mid-sized city in the U.S. in terms of population. However, having a children's specialty hospital of this caliber is truly a great advantage.

For parents raising children, while housing prices and living costs are important, nothing is more reassuring than having a trusted pediatric hospital nearby.