UVA Health Children's

Inspiring Hope When Families Need It Most

Providing right-sized care for every child  
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#1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia

U.S. News & World Report has named us the best children’s hospital for the 3rd year in a row. 9 of our specialty programs were ranked among the top 50 nationally.

Child-Focused

From infancy through adolescence, our Child Life team makes the hospital a welcoming place for every child. Child Life Specialists can explain medical procedures in words a child can understand. Or offer a welcome distraction through tests and treatments.

Healing Tiny Hearts

As Virginia’s only pediatric heart transplant center, we specialize in caring for the tiniest hearts in the state. Our outcomes for most heart procedures rival the best in the country, and our follow-up helps children thrive.

Explore Our Care Options

Pediatric Care

Primary Care for Your Child

Heart Health

Treating Congenital and Acquired Heart Conditions

Cancer

Virginia’s First Comprehensive Cancer Center

Orthopedics

Cutting Edge Joint and Spinal Treatment Options

Developmental Disabilities & Delays

Helping Children Achieve Their Potential

Rheumatology

Treating and Diagnosing Autoimmune Conditions

Our Patient Experiences

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Finding New Milestones for Preemies

Preemie milestones aren’t the same as those of other kids. A new study at UVA Health Children’s aims to pinpoint milestones to help preemies grow.

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A Baby in Liver Failure Finds a Living Donor

When baby Josie’s liver began to fail, she needed a liver donation. A living donor stepped up to give this child an incredible gift.

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6 Ways a Local Family Navigated Childhood Cancer

They share what they’ve learned after over a year and a half of treatment, and what’s next.

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Life-Changing SMA Gene Therapy for a Newborn

With gene therapy, a baby with spinal muscular atrophy has a chance for a normal life.

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News

Newsroom

Posted: September 18, 2024

Breastfeeding Project IDs Keys to Success

Too much emphasis is placed on breastfeeding duration and not enough on other factors that determine breastfeeding success, the study says.

Newsroom

Posted: August 7, 2024

Cape Ivy, Local Lions Clubs Donate Ponchos to UVA Health Children’s Patients

Local Lions Clubs are presenting a $3,000 donation today to local nonprofit Cape Ivy to provide 300 colorful, fuzzy fleece ponchos during the next year to children receiving cancer care at UVA Health Children’s.

Newsroom

Posted: August 6, 2024

Recurrent Wheezing in Children Linked to ‘Silent’ Lung Infections

Nearly a quarter of children with recurrent wheezing have “silent” lung infections that would be better treated with antiviral medications than commonly prescribed steroids that can carry lifelong side effects.

Blog & Video Features

Healthy Balance Blog

When Your Child Has Cancer: Navigating the Next Few Years

For Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, see advice from a parent and doctor who's been there.

UVA Health Youtube

Meet Children's Oncologist Brian Belyea, MD

Brian Belyea, MD, talks about why he specialized in children's cancer, his work treating kids, and his insights about treatment at UVA Health Children's.

Healthy Balance Blog

What You Should Know About Newborn Screening

For Newborn Screening Awareness Month, see how with a single drop of blood, we can screen newborns for 35 genetic disorders.

Healthy Balance Blog

Are Weighted Sleep Sacks Safe?

Weighted sleep sacks promise a full night of sleep. But there's little data to back these claims. More importantly, these products may not be safe.

Schedule Appointment Now

Our pediatric primary care clinics now offer appointment scheduling online. Pick a time that works for you and your family, right from your phone or computer.
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Refer Your Patient to UVA Health Children’s

In working together, you can offer your patients access to specialty providers, advanced treatments, and the latest technology
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Donate to UVA Health Children’s

Your gift provides medical care for children in need, seed funding to discover tomorrow’s cures, and resources to expand our capacity for every family needing our help.
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Come Work With Us

At UVA Health Children’s, you’ll make a difference in the lives of children and their families every day.
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Our Non-Discrimination Notice

At UVA Health, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care to all individuals, without excluding or treating differently patients or visitors on the basis of race, age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression.
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