Children’s of Alabama partnered with UAB’s Division of Pediatric Nephrology to host the inaugural International Neonatal Nephrology Symposium (INNS). The conference brought together experts, researchers and clinicians from across the globe to share knowledge, exchange ideas and collaborate on the latest advancements in neonatal kidney disease. It provided a unique platform for networking and fostered scientific dialogue that will contribute to improving outcomes in the youngest patients. The five-day conference welcomed 105 attendees from 21 states and 10 countries. Collectively, they represented more than 10 sub-specialties. INNS included 11 scientific programs, 25 speakers, 44 poster presentations, two pre-course events, 12 exhibitors, 16 sponsors, two educational grant funders and three patient family talks in support of neonatal kidney care.
Disney, Pixar and Starlight Children’s Foundation visited Children’s for an Inside Out 2 Movie Party in a Box. Patients had the chance to watch the movie, interact with one of its characters and meet actor Tony Hale, a Samford alumnus who plays the voice of one of the characters. It was a special day for these patients, and the event was even mentioned on Good Morning America.
Birmingham was center stage for Major League Baseball’s Tribute to the Negro Leagues game at Rickwood field in June, and it was a big event for Children’s of Alabama as well. MLB executives, former players and representatives from the St. Louis Cardinals and San Francisco Giants charitable organizations visited the hospital while in town. Some of the special guests—including mascots for both teams—played games and took photos with Children’s patients. Hall of Fame manager and four-time World Series champion Joe Torre was among the visitors.