National Children's Medical Center

Children’s National Hospital, formerly known as Children’s National Medical Center, is a premier pediatric healthcare system and research institution based in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1870, it is consistently ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the United States and serves as a major hub for pediatric innovation and clinical research. The organization operates the Children’s National Research Institute (CNRI) and the Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation, focusing on translational research in oncology, rare diseases, and medical devices. Its Research & Innovation Campus, located on the former Walter Reed Army Medical Center site, hosts a collaborative ecosystem including a JLABS incubator and partnerships with industry leaders to accelerate pediatric drug and device development.