UVA Health Children's

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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 4th year in a row. 8 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.

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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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Living with a Congenital Heart Block

Olivia was born with a rare congenital heart defect. At 13, she shares her story about living with complete heart block.

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Teen's Unexplained Pain Diagnosed as Cancer

When a young patient showed up with unexplained pain, her family didn't stop until they found the answer: cancer. Treatment at UVA Health Children’s saved her life.

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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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News

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Posted: October 30, 2024

Is That Candy or Cannabis?

Over the years, rumors have arisen that dangerous drugs or poisons could be introduced into your child’s Halloween candy. The reality: intentional candy tampering is rare. No actual cases of poisoned Halloween candy have ever been reported in our region. But every year, thousands of children are harmed by poisons in their own homes. One of the […]

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Posted: October 8, 2024

UVA Health Children’s Named No. 1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report has named UVA Health Children’s, part of UVA Health, the No. 1 children’s hospital in Virginia for the fourth consecutive year.

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Posted: October 7, 2024

Newsweek Ranks UVA Health University Medical Center Among America’s Best Specialized Hospitals

Seven specialties at UVA Health University Medical Center and UVA Health Children’s are ranked No. 1 in Virginia and among the top 50 nationally by national news publication Newsweek.

Blog & Video Features

Healthy Balance Blog

Removing Barriers to Breastfeeding for the LGBTQ+ Community

Helping families remove barriers to breastfeeding is important to UVA Health Children's breastfeeding medicine specialists. Here are some of the ways they can help.

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Meet Pediatric Neurosurgeon Heather Spader

Heather Spader, MD, shares why she loves working with children and their families.

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Can Social Media Be Good for Teenagers?

Social media's not all bad. Our expert shares what the potential benefits are for teenagers and how parents can help.

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When to Worry: Early Signs of Childhood Cancer

Bruises, bumps, and tummy aches are a normal part of childhood. But they can also be early warning signs of childhood cancer.

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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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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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