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Thoughts and Articles from Blend Interactive

Corey Vilhauer  |  June 17, 2025

Connecting Patients and Providers: A Guide to Upgrading Provider Search for Children’s Hospitals

When it comes to our children, even the smallest health concern can feel overwhelming. A lingering cough becomes a source of panic. A late-night fever turns into a frantic search for answers. In those moments, clarity and reassurance matter more than ever. But too often, the first point of contact — a hospital’s website — adds more confusion than comfort.

Healthcare  |  Content and IA  |  Development  |  Strategy

Corey Vilhauer  |  June 13, 2025

The Role of User Experience on a Children's Hospital Site

A stethoscope shaped like the letters "UX".

Designing a website for a children's hospital is unlike any other UX challenge. It’s not about selling a product or promoting a service; it's about providing care and support in a time of crisis.

Healthcare  |  Content and IA  |  Strategy

Joe Kepley  |  October 16, 2024

Must Have Features of a Children's Hospital Website

A collage of children's hospital icons, including a hospital logo, a heart, medicine, syringe, mouse, bottle, bandaids, and more.

Your website can often be the first impression of the level of care your healthcare team provides – giving you a chance to welcome a child and their family to your children's hospital long before they set foot in the front door. 

Healthcare  |  Content and IA  |  Development  |  Strategy

Karla Santi  |  September 5, 2024

From Code to Care: The Hidden Impact of Our Work

The Blend team collaborating in the office conference room.

Coding with compassion, Karla shares some light into one of the ways Blend creates purpose behind the keyboard.

Healthcare  |  Development  |  Strategy