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Expert care close to home.

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One year ago, a bold partnership set out to transform health and wellness in Fort Worth's Las Vegas Trail neighborhood.

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To read more about Dylan's story and this incredible team, visit: https://t.co/VPZFODoNBf

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As he dealt with severe kidney disease, 17-year-old Dylan Banks faced a choice: Continue with dialysis or try for a kidney transplant.

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Dylan named his new kidney “Clover” in the spirit of the transplant occurring on St. Patrick’s Day. Another fun fact? Dylan was the 250th patient to receive a kidney transplant at Cook Children’s since the program started in 1993.

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Cook Children's is proud to announce that five of our specialty programs earned national recognition on the 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report (@usnews) Best Children's Hospitals list.

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When visiting our Fort Worth campus, please allow extra time before your appointment to navigate these changes. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our staff before your visit—we’re here to help. #WeAreCookChildrens

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Starting Monday, September 14, the intersection of 7th and Terrell Avenues will close to vehicular traffic through early January. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this time of transformation!

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As construction progresses, you may notice changes to parking and walking paths around campus. We know these adjustments can be inconvenient, and we’re committed to keeping you informed every step of the way so your visit can be as smooth as possible.

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We’re growing to better serve our patients, families and staff with the expansion of our medical center in Fort Worth. These improvements will help us build a brighter, more magical future for everyone who walks through our doors. Learn more: https://t.co/ORobEU8OWs

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In the dark, uncertain hours following Sept. 11, 2001, the United States was under an unprecedented, total military lockdown. Air traffic control screens were completely blank, commercial tarmacs were dark, and the sky belonged exclusively to heavily armed military fighter jets.

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As we mark the 25th observance of 9/11, we honor the crew of that flight. Todd Stephens, Ray Crain and Cook Children’s stand as a shining reminder that even in humanity’s darkest and quietest moments, heroes will always find a way to bring light, hope and life back into the sky.

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Classes are back in session, football games have returned and flu season is upon our communities!

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See how this technology is helping children get back to what they love more quickly.

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Smaller incisions. Greater precision. More possibilities for our tiny patients.

Cook Children’s has been using robotic-assisted surgery for years and now, surgeons are expanding its use to treat more complex conditions. 🤖