Baby Banks came into the world 16 weeks early. Weighing just over one pound, he was given less than a 30 percent chance of survival.
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Banks was immediately rushed to the Newborn and Intensive Special Care Units at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the largest — and best — neonatal network in the nation.
Baby Banks spent the first few weeks of his life in critical condition, but thanks to the Nationwide Children’s Hospital staff, he made progress every day. Under their expert care, Banks’ little body — and his big spirit — grew strong.
Today, Banks is home, safe and healthy. Now one year old, he’s crawling, loves music, and has teeth coming in.
Every day, the doctors and staff at Nationwide Children’s Hospital pioneer new research and treatments that help the tiniest premature babies, like Banks, go home healthier and sooner.
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