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MESA, Ariz. (Nov. 1, 2019) -- Cardon Children’s Medical Center will host a free community celebration for the pediatric hospital’s 10-year anniversary, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at the hospital, 1400 S. Dobson Road. The party will take place at “The BIG Outside,” an outdoor play space near the main entrance.

Participants are invited to come dressed as their favorite hero since the theme is a “Heroes Celebration,” though costumes aren’t required. The event will include games, food, super hero characters, a photobooth and giveaways.

Since opening in November 2009, Cardon Children’s has admitted more than 107,000 pediatric patients, performed nearly 50,000 surgeries, and had more than 404,000 emergency room visits. The hospital has more than 240 pediatric physicians on staff, covering more than 27 specialties. In 2017, Cardon Children’s was designated a Level 1 Trauma Center for pediatric patients.

UPDATE 11/9/2019: Click here to watch a video of the celebration.

About Cardon Children’s Medical Center

Cardon Children’s Medical Center provides pediatric care for children, from newborns to teens. Services include immediate access to Level I trauma services and emergency care, a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, general pediatrics, surgical and rehabilitation services, hematology/oncology, urology, gastroenterology, neurology and outpatient services. For more information, visit www.BannerHealth.com/CardonChildrens.