700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Margie Brackeen on Dec 11, 2025

If your child is ever asked to join a research study, it’s natural to have questions. Learn how the Human Research Protection Program and IRB at Nationwide Children’s Hospital work behind the scenes to protect children’s safety, rights, and well-being every step of the way.

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Pediatric News You Can Use From America’s Largest Pediatric Hospital and Research Center

700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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