Posts tagged Expert Interviews
A Diagnosis Isn't Everything: A Place Where Kids Can Be Kids

“It’s a place where we don’t have to ask a child what their diagnosis is or how long they’re going to be here. All we need is their name and room number, and then we get to invite them in and let them enjoy just being a kid.” These are the words of Krista Jenkins, Patient Activity Specialist at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s The Zone activity area. One of our heartbeats here at helloHOPE is that a diagnosis doesn’t have to define your child or your family. We loved having the opportunity to chat with Krista Jenkins about how she uses this same philosophy in her work at The Zone. Enjoy a glimpse into our conversation.

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What Do I Need to Know About My Child's Liver Transplant?

Dr. Rene Romero, Chief of Solid Organ Transplant Services at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, was kind to carve out time in his schedule for a conversation about how to help parents who are receiving the news that their child needs a liver transplant. Dr. Romero carries a deep passion for his work, and his extensive background has given him invaluable wisdom. Enjoy a glimpse into our conversation:

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