About the MWPSC

Collaborative research. Better care. Brighter futures for children.

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Uniting Expertise to Advance Pediatric Surgery

The Midwest Pediatric Surgery Research Consortium (MWPSC) is a collaborative of academic pediatric surgeons from 11 leading children’s hospitals, united by a shared commitment to improving the lives of children through research and innovation. Founded with the goal of driving high-impact, multi-institutional clinical studies, the Consortium focuses on the most pressing surgical diseases affecting children today.

Our member institutions represent some of the most respected names in pediatric healthcare, collectively contributing a high volume of surgical expertise and research resources. The close geographic ties and collegial spirit among our investigators foster efficient study development and streamlined collaboration—turning questions into answers faster, and accelerating improvements in patient care.

Together, we aim to:

  • Advance evidence-based surgical care through rigorous research

  • Define and promote best practices

  • Improve patient outcomes while reducing healthcare costs

At MWPSC, we believe that when we work together, we can change the surgical landscape for children—one study, one patient, one breakthrough at a time.

We Are From The Following Children’s Hospitals In The Midwest:

  • American Family Children's Hospital building with a circular entrance and modern architecture, illuminated at dusk.

    American Family Children's Hospital

    Madison, Wisconsin

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  • Entrance of The Children's Mercy Hospital with colorful sculpture and American flag, surrounded by landscaping and trees.

    Children's Mercy Hospital

    Kansas City, Kansas

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  • Children's Hospital of Wisconsin building at dusk

    Children's Hospital of Wisconsin

    Madison, Wisconsin

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  • Cincinnati Children's Hospital building with colorful vertical accents and logo.

    Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Medical Center

    Cincinnati, Ohio

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  • Modern building with glass facade, trees and street view, fall season.

    Comer Children's Hospital

    University of Chicago

    Chicago, Illinois

    Comer Children's Hospital
  • Aerial view of C.S. Mott Children's Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital, surrounded by fall foliage, in an urban setting with various buildings in the background.

    CS Mott Children's Hospital

    University of Michigan

    Ann Arbor, Michigan

    CS Mott Children's Hospital
  • Skyline with modern and historic buildings, large office skyscrapers, near a body of water, during daytime.

    Lurie Children's Hospital

    Northwestern University

    Chicago, Illinois

    Lurie Children's Hospital
  • Modern hospital building with colorful window panels, branded with Nationwide Children's logo, under a twilight sky.

    Nationwide Children's Hospital

    Columbus, Ohio

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  • Norton Children's Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky, with modern architecture, colorful accents, and a sign displaying the hospital's name. Several cars and pedestrians are on the street in front of the building.

    Norton Children's Hospital

    Louisville, Kentucky

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  • Riley Hospital for Children building exterior, clear blue sky.

    Riley Hospital for Children

    Indianapolis, Indiana

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  • Aerial view of a city hospital complex at night, featuring a building prominently lit with a sign that says 'Children's'. The area has lit windows, surrounding roads, and a pedestrian bridge.

    St. Louis Children's Hospital

    St. Louis, Missouri

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