Doctors’ Real Stories

R Baby’s Life-Saving Impact: Real Stories from the Frontlines

At R Baby Foundation, our mission is to improve pediatric emergency care by funding specialized training programs for doctors and hospitals nationwide. These real-life stories from medical professionals highlight the tangible, life-saving impact of R Baby’s programs.

From Training to Action: One ER Doctor’s Story

Dr. Bryan Jordan

Emergency Department Physician, Bridgeport Hospital, Connecticut

“The R Baby Foundation Simulation Program came to our hospital and offered their program to anyone who wanted to participate. The program was a fantastic simulation and instructional course for the treatment of critically ill children. But, more importantly, is what happened later that day.

I was working in another Emergency Department when an 18-month-old boy, who had been sick for about a day and a half, was brought in by his mother. He had a very fast heart rate and had a fever. He was not responding appropriately. He appeared ill.

The possibilities for serious illness and life threatening conditions required immediate intervention. In addition
to my previous training, I utilized the information and procedures reviewed in that day’s R Baby class, specifically the administration of fluids, the constant reassessment of vital signs and the supervision of the Emergency Department Team’s care.

After hydration of the patient by protocol, his rapid heart rate spontaneously resolved. A few short seconds after that his eyes opened, he became more responsive and he smiled when he saw his mother.

In life, things happen for a reason. There was a reason I was there that morning attending the R Baby class. And there was a reason I was in that ED that evening at 7 o’clock. This is why I am sharing this story, because I believe in this simulation training. I think it is a great program. I believe it will make differences in the care of critically ill children.”

R Baby’s Training Programs Are Saving Lives

Seizure Response Saves a 4-Year-Old in Indiana

A young girl was rushed to a local ER in Indiana while experiencing a seizure. Thanks to R Baby-funded pediatric training, the medical team knew to administer medication through the nose or muscle when IV access wasn’t possible. Since that training, the hospital has successfully treated 10 pediatric seizure cases using the same methods.

A 2-Year-Old in New Jersey Arrives at the ER Unresponsive

A toddler battling fever and vomiting suddenly turned pale and unresponsive. Upon arrival at the ER, she was in septic shock. Due to R Baby’s training on pediatric sepsis, the ER team immediately administered fluids and antibiotics. She improved rapidly and was discharged home four days later. Without this intervention, her outcome could have been far worse.

Sepsis Recognition Saves a 9-Year-Old in New Jersey

Sepsis requires early detection and treatment. A 9-year-old girl with Beta Thalassemia was brought to the ER after being found unresponsive. Thanks to R Baby’s support, the hospital had a dedicated pediatric sepsis program. Doctors immediately recognized the signs and began treatment. She recovered quickly and was discharged within days.

Tele-Simulation Training Saves Lives

R Baby’s virtual training prepared hospitals for real-life emergencies:

  • Seizures. After a tele-simulation on seizure response, a hospital successfully treated a child with a nearly identical condition the following week.

  • Diabetic Crisis. Training helped ER staff correctly treat a diabetic child without using dangerous adult protocols.

  • Improved Pediatric Emergency Recognition. After training, hospitals reported greater confidence in diagnosing abnormal pediatric vital signs and treating critically ill children.

Doctors’ Perspectives:
R Baby’s Training Makes the Difference

Dr. Jessica Katznelson, Johns Hopkins Children’s Hospital

"A 9-day-old baby came in with troubling symptoms. Because of R Baby’s simulation training, the doctor recognized an undiagnosed heart defect and administered the right treatment quickly. That knowledge saved her life."

A Pediatric Fellow’s Story

"A private pediatrician referred a 3-week-old baby with a fast heart rate. Although the baby seemed fine upon arrival, I followed the PEP vital sign protocol learned from R Baby training. This led to a pediatric cardiology consult and a life-saving diagnosis of ectopic atrial tachycardia."

A Rural ER Doctor’s Experience

"An 8-year-old boy seemed fine, but R Baby’s vital signs training helped me recognize a hidden heart issue—myocarditis. Without that knowledge, I might have sent him home. Instead, he was transferred and received the care he needed."

Medical Teams Speak: The Power of Pediatric Simulation Training

Mock Codes and Simulations Improve ER Response

“Our staff confidence in pediatric emergencies has increased tremendously since implementing R Baby’s training. We now embrace simulations as an essential learning tool.”

Real-Time Learning Translates to Real-Life Success

“A few weeks after our ImPACTS training, we treated a 3-year-old with seizures. Instead of ‘controlled chaos,’ our team handled the case flawlessly, thanks to our training.”

Simulation Helps Save More Lives

“After intubation training, we used the checklist in a real case and secured a critical airway. This program is making a lasting impact.”

Join Us in Saving Lives

Every day, R Baby-funded training helps doctors and hospitals provide better, faster, and more effective emergency care for children. These stories are just a glimpse of the lives saved.

Support our mission today and help us continue to fund life-saving training programs.