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A young man smiles and gets his hair shaved during an event at Valley Children's to raise funds for childhood cancer research.

Volunteers Shave Heads, Rally Donations for Pediatric Cancer Research

March 23, 2026

MADERA, Calif. – A fundraiser at Valley Children’s Hospital brought the community together to support pediatric cancer research, with participants cutting or shaving their hair to raise awareness and donations. The annual “Conquer Kids’ Cancer” fundraiser was organized by the St.…

Dr. Navya Katragadda (left) and Dr. Fredrick Dapaah Siakwan smile for a picture.

National Spotlight Shines on Valley Children’s Resident for Infant Health Research

March 3, 2026

MADERA, Calif. – A second-year pediatric resident at Valley Children’s has received national recognition for her efforts to bridge the gap between research and patient care. Dr. Navya Katragadda (on the left in the photo above) received the Osteopathic Trainee Award…

The Words We Use Matter: The Danger of Talking About Autism in Terms of “Disease” and “Cure”

September 24, 2025

The Voices section is a place for physicians, staff and community leaders to share their perspectives on all things healthcare. Dr. Jennifer Johnson serves as the medical director of developmental-behavioral pediatrics at Valley Children’s Hospital. MADERA, Calif. – When we talk…

Research Coordinator Helping Patients Find Strength in the Soil

June 27, 2025

MADERA, Calif. – Healing comes in many forms, and Matthew Mayes believes that soil and sunlight can do wonders for a patient facing a serious diagnosis. As a clinical research coordinator at Valley Children’s Healthcare, Mayes spends his time sifting through…

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Valley Children’s Pediatric Residency Program to Send 12-Strong Team to Present at Research Conference

November 13, 2022

MADERA, Calif. – In a significant display of pediatric expertise, abstracts submitted by 12 Valley Children’s Pediatric Residency Program residents, chief residents, and medical students were accepted for presentation at the Western Medical Research Conference this January. Pediatric residents Dr.…