The first line of defense for the littlest members of the Big Blue Nation

Golisano Children's at UK (formerly Kentucky Children’s Hospital) is the first line of defense for the littlest members of the Big Blue Nation.

We’re counted on to provide advanced, specialized care for kids across the Commonwealth when it matters most so that the Big Blue Nation can grow up to be strong, healthy and happy.

Kash Lawson has been through a lot in his short life, including three heart surgeries in his first few months, but his smile and energy fills the room. Thanks to our expert doctors and nurses — as well as visits from former UK Football coach Mark Stoops and former UK Football player Kash Daniel, the inspiration for Kash Lawson’s name — he has a lot to smile about.