Managing diabetes at home, school, and play.When a child has an endocrine or metabolic disorder like diabetes, it can be hard for them to feel “normal.” They want to do all the things kids do. We’re here to help make that happen.In addition to advanced care, we offer parents and families guidance,…
When your child needs life-saving care, you can count on us. Our extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) program provides care that allows your child’s heart and lungs to rest while awaiting surgery, recovering from surgery, or healing from an infection.Since 1991, our experienced and dedicated team…
Helping your child see clearly.Your child can get complete vision care — from routine vision tests to expert treatment and surgery for even the most complex childhood eye conditions. Our eye care specialists (ophthalmologists) offer the expertise and capability you can only find at a pediatric academic…
There are many different causes of foot and ankle problems in children. In some cases, the condition may be a deformity that the child is born with. Other times, the issue is caused by an injury.We can fix many foot and ankle problems with braces or casts. Our team is skilled in all types of treatment…
Leading-edge, kid-focused care.
General surgeons specialize in procedures involving the chest, belly, arms, and legs — areas other than the brain, heart, and bones. They treat everything from infections and digestive problems to congenital disabilities, cancer, and traumatic injuries. You can count on a…
Uncovering the uniqueness of every child.
At St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, you can count on compassionate, supportive genetic counseling, and advanced care for your child and your family.
Compassion and experience come together to address the needs of children and families with genetic…
Pediatric Heart Care You Can Count OnIf your child needs heart care, you have come to the right place. Treating heart problems in children is different than adults. Whether your child was born with a heart condition (congenital), or it happened over time (acquired), you can trust our pediatric expertise…
Pediatric Blood Disorder ServicesWhether you come to us for expert diagnosis, advice about your child’s illness, or short-term or ongoing care for them, you can count on us. We offer advanced treatments, education, and support designed around the needs of your family. We bring together a team of…
Hip conditions affect the bone and soft tissue around the hip. They are usually congenital, which means a child is born with the condition. Hip problems can also happen after an injury or because of another health issue.
We can treat many hip conditions with braces or physical therapy. Whether your…
Kid-Friendly Imaging, Kid-Friendly CareChildren need many of the same imaging tests as adults. However, that doesn’t mean the tests can or should be done in the same way.Kids need special care when it comes to imaging scans and radiology procedures. From the size of the equipment to the dosage of…