Top-Ranked Children's Hospital in South Florida

Five Nicklaus Children's Hospital specialty programs are again identified among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report.

Our clinical leadership in pediatrics is one more example of why Nicklaus Children’s is the hospital where your child matters most™.

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Our Story

Since 1950, our compassionate pediatric professionals have advanced our mission: to inspire hope and promote lifelong health by providing the best care to every child. With over 40 pediatric specialties, we are a trusted partner dedicated to the children and families of our community and beyond.

Nicklaus Children's Hospital, where your child matters most.

Our Medical Services More About Us

40+

pediatric specialties

98,065

ER visits in 2023

800+

physicians on staff

16,536

total surgeries in 2023

Our Locations

Find a convenient outpatient, pediatric care, or urgent care location near you.

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Inspiring Stories

Roberto was diagnosed with Wolf-Hirschhorn (4p-) syndrome, after being born smaller than average.

Thankfully, under the care of a multidisciplinary team including Dr. Parul Jayakar and Dr. Paula Schleifer at the Nicklaus Children’s Brain Institute, Roberto received care throughout his childhood and today he is a thriving 11-year-old boy!

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Insurance Plans We Accept

We are a preferred pediatric provider for most major South Florida health insurance plans.

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For Peds Sake! Podcast now available

Explore the latest medical breakthroughs, share patient stories, and discuss essential tips for parents and caregivers.

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My Nicklaus Children's App

Now available in app stores!

Logan's Inspiring Journey: Breakthrough Pediatric Cancer Treatment

Meet Logan, 8, and his journey battling a relapsed acute myeloid leukemia, which yielded groundbreaking pediatric cancer treatment results.

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Talking Toddlers:
Milestones & Red Flags

Join Special Guest Dr. Keysla Lee, Speech Language Pathologist at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, as we dive into communication milestones for children aged 13 to 18 months.