The mission of Wolfson Children's Hospital is to promote optimal health for the region's infants and children by providing patient- and family-centered care, education, research and child advocacy.
Our mission is enhanced through the support of Baptist Health and the power of collaboration.
Wolfson Children's Hospital is a unique resource for children and families, thanks to our affiliations with Nemours Children's Clinic, the University of Florida/Jacksonville, Brooks Rehabilitation and Mayo Clinic Jacksonville. Nationally renowned physicians and researchers work collaboratively with our nurses and staff to provide the highest level of pediatric care at Wolfson. Naturally, we also work closely with area pediatricians and family practitioners, further enhancing our power to improve children's health in our community and beyond.
As the main pediatric teaching facility for the University of Florida/Jacksonville, Wolfson Children's Hospital plays a key role in training the pediatric specialists of tomorrow. In addition, we are the main teaching facility for a number of nursing programs, including those at Jacksonville University and the University of North Florida. Our commitment to medical and nursing education, training and research helps ensure our community has access to medical care that's second to none.
Have you ever spoken up for a child at school or on your neighborhood? Have you helped a friend or relative find a health care or support resource? Or asked someone to support an important project? If so, then you have been an advocate. Advocacy simply means to speak out on an issue of concern or to champion a cause. It is something that most of us do routinely on behalf of our families, our neighbors, our friends, and ourselves.
At Wolfson Children's Hospital, it is a vital part of our mission to advocate on behalf of kids in the public policy arena, making sure that their needs and concerns are heard when important decisions are made.