More than ever, we have been inspired by what it means to be one team. In this 2025 Diagnostic, Anesthesia and Surgical Health (DASH) Report, we reflect on how every part of Children’s Wisconsin has been united by a shared purpose: to provide the best possible care for children and families. While our roles may differ, the work we do is interconnected and the impact is magnified when we act as one.

We have seen this clearly in the creation of the Forward Pediatric Alliance with UW Health. By joining two nationally recognized congenital heart disease programs, we built a stronger and more integrated system of care for children born with heart defects. Families can now access expanded expertise and resources while staying closer to home. This alliance shows what is possible when we place collaboration first and focus on the well-being of the children who rely on us.

Our commitment to one team is evident in the growth of our care locations. In 2025, we expanded services in several communities, making it easier for families to reach the care they need. Urgent care in Appleton, specialty services in Ashwaubenon and a new eye clinic are already serving patients, while expanded mental health services in Green Bay began this past fall. These are more than new spaces — they are promises of care that is closer, more convenient and better aligned with the needs of families throughout Wisconsin.

We are also honored that our nurses have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for a fifth consecutive time. Achieving Magnet status is rare, and earning it five times places Children’s Wisconsin among the most respected organizations in the world. This distinction reflects the knowledge, skill and compassion our nurses bring to their work every day and the culture of collaboration that allows excellence in patient care to thrive.

Together, these milestones show how much stronger we are when we work as one. The alliance with UW Health, the expansion of access points and the recognition of our nurses have all been made possible by people uniting with a common goal. Individual contributions matter, but the greatest impact comes when those efforts are woven together.

As we look back on 2025, we are grateful for what has been accomplished and even more thankful for the people who made it possible: families who trust us, partners who share our vision and colleagues whose compassion and dedication define care for children.

This DASH Report reflects more than milestones. It showcases what being one team has allowed us to achieve. It reminds us of our responsibility to keep building, improving and working together for the health and futures of children across Wisconsin and beyond.