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St. Louis Children’s Hospital Ranked No. 1 in Pediatrics in Missouri and St. Louis by U.S. News & World Report

ST. LOUIS (October 7, 2025) — U.S. News & World Report has again recognized St. Louis Children’s Hospital and its physician partners at WashU Medicine among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals, ranking St. Louis Children’s No. 1 in Missouri, No. 1 in St. Louis, and No. 3 in the Midwest region.

Patient Story

Walking Strong After Robotic-Assisted Knee Surgery
Last fall, Pam Ludy, 65, took a trip with her sister to North Carolina. But Pam, who has osteoarthritis in both knees, had a hard time walking.

Patient Story

Patient Finds Relief and Renewed Energy After Hip Replacement

For more than two years, the pain in Bruce Pulley’s left hip slowed him down and kept him from doing the things he loved, especially fishing. His BJC Medical Group orthopedic surgeon, Jesse Beard, DO, recommended a hip replacement as treatment to help relieve his pain, but the thought of surgery made Bruce nervous, so he put off scheduling it.

Patient Story

Orthodontist smiles again after shoulder operation stops pain
Since an athletic injury suffered in his late 20s, Bill’s hard-charging approach to work and sports clashed with severe, right shoulder problems. For decades, he did his best to ignore the pain. But when the agony reached an all-time high, Bill turned to the WashU Medicine orthopedic specialists at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital.

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Why Exercise is Key to Bone Health: An Orthopedic Doctor Weighs In
Staying active helps maintain joint flexibility and balance, promotes better posture and strengthens bones.

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A second chance at mobility: how one man’s patience and persistence paid off
Eight years ago, Christopher Davis, 54, was in pain and learned he had arthritis in his hips, and that the condition would gradually reduce his mobility. Christopher was living in California at the time, and his doctor told him that he would eventually need surgery.

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Pregnancy Myths, Busted
Questions during pregnancy are common. Unfortunately, a large amount of misinformation exists. Read on to debunk some common pregnancy myths.

‘I’m Healthy, so I Don’t Need the Flu Shot’ and Other Myths About the Flu Vaccine You Shouldn’t Believe

As we move into fall, you might be feeling at the top of your game — you’ve made it a priority to exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet and get stress under control. Last summer, you barely had a sniffle. Plus, you’re one of those people who just doesn’t get sick very often. You might be wondering: Can I skip getting a flu shot?

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Closing the Gap: Addressing Black Maternal Mortality
An all-inclusive approach across health providers and communities can help address the disparity in Black maternal mortality rates.

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7 Surprising Symptoms of Asthma

Asthma, a chronic condition that affects the airways in the lungs, can lead to a range of symptoms that interfere with daily life. While most people are familiar with the most common symptoms of asthma such as wheezing or whistling sounds, shortness of breath, chest tightness and frequent coughing, several others are not as widely recognized.