Dayton Children's Hospital
Hospitals and Health CareOhio, United States1001-5000 Employees
Dayton Children's Hospital, based in Dayton, Ohio, is the region's pediatric-focused facility dedicated to the health, safety, and information needs of children and their families. It functions as a regional referral center, drawing patients from a 20-county area across Ohio and eastern Indiana, and it employs a large team of physicians, subspecialists in more than 35 areas, and a broader staff of employees and volunteers. The hospital emphasizes a child-friendly environment, with decor and equipment designed to support comfort and safety, and it is affiliated with Wright State University School of Medicine and accredited by the Joint Commission. Recent developments in 2026 include expansion projects such as a new facility for pediatric rehabilitative services and the opening of a west Dayton urgent care location to improve access to care. The Mathile Center for Mental Health and Wellness at Dayton Children's was recognized as International Project of the Year in the New Build category at the 2026 Design in Mental Health conference, and leadership changes are underway with Dr. Robert Steele expected to assume the role of CEO on July 1, 2026, succeeding Feldman.