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NewsThe Miami HurricaneJune 13, 2026Miami-Dade

University of Miami student creates children's book series to explain medical procedures

Nicole Jacobsen, a doctoral student at the University of Miami and radiation therapy professional, has authored a five-book series titled 'Leo Learns About Healthcare' to help children understand medical settings and reduce anxiety. The series covers topics including radiation therapy, mental health, hospitals, CT scans, and MRI scans.

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Why It Matters

The series provides a new educational resource for families and pediatric patients to learn about medical procedures and healthcare careers.

Key Facts

  • Nicole Jacobsen is the author of the 'Leo Learns About Healthcare' pentology.
  • The series includes books on radiation therapy, mental health, hospitals, CT scans, and MRI scans.
  • The books are designed to help children understand medical procedures to reduce anxiety.
  • Jacobsen is currently a doctoral student at the University of Miami.
  • Jacobsen serves as the radiation therapy program director and clinical coordinator at Miami Dade College.
  • Jacobsen has 18 years of professional experience in radiation therapy.
  • The author is currently developing five additional installments for the series.
  • Spanish translations of the existing five books are currently in production.

Who's Mentioned

organizationMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center“A facility where Jacobsen previously worked for eight years.”organizationUniversity of Miami“The institution where Jacobsen is pursuing her doctoral degree.”organizationMiami Dade College“The institution where Jacobsen serves as radiation therapy program director and ”organizationSylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center“A facility where Jacobsen previously worked.”personNicole Jacobsen“Doctoral student at the University of Miami, author of the book series, and radi”