Health System News - June 2025
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CHKD Announces Pediatric Dentistry Program
Dental health is an important aspect of every child’s overall health, enhancing or detracting from their ability to eat, speak, breathe properly, and form social bonds. For some children though, dental care can be hard to find. This is especially true for children with special health or developmental needs as well as those covered by Medicaid insurance. To help fill that gap, pediatric dentist Dr. Ashley Anderson is now accepting referrals to CHKD Pediatric Dentistry, a new practice within our Plastic and Oral Maxillofacial division.
About Dr. Anderson
Dr. Anderson, a proud Hampton Roads native, earned her dental degree from Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Dentistry. She went on to complete an intensive two-year pediatric dentistry fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina, where she received specialized training in caring for children’s dental needs. Her practice will focus on preventive services such as cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments and restorative care such as fillings, crowns and extractions on healthy children age 6 and under with Medicaid insurance, the cleft and craniofacial population, and special needs children who still have pediatric dentition. She will offer sedation, pain management, and customized treatment plans to address specific needs. She is also happy to discuss appropriate referrals for older children with special needs whose referral pathway may not be clear-cut.
Appointments and Referrals
Dr. Anderson will offer appointments in two locations: the CHKD Health Center at Fort Norfolk, which is located across Brambleton Avenue from the main hospital campus, and at the CHKD Health and Surgery Center at Concert Drive in Virginia Beach, which is located near the Virginia Beach amphitheater. Physicians with access to PowerChart can make referrals through that system. Others may download a copy of the form and fax it to (757) 668-7711 or make a referral online. See links below. Questions? Call (757) 668-8766.
Resource Reminder: CHKD Outpatient Pharmacy
CHKD’s Outpatient Pharmacy is a great resource for your patients, their families, and you. In addition to commonly prescribed meds/doses, the pharmacy stocks harder-to-find formulations, such as drugs on shortage, oral suspensions, and compounded formulations. Free home delivery is available, and pricing is competitive with regional drug stores. Families can reach the pharmacy at (757) 668-6337 or visit CHKD.org/pharmacy.
The same resources are also available for you and your employees. Health System staff members can even check pharmacy inventory to make sure their prescription is in stock. Visit KDnet > Medical Resources > Pharmaceutical References > Pharmacy Outpatient Inventory.
Physician Education and Information
Pediatric Grand Rounds
Pediatric grand rounds, sponsored by the EVMS Department of Pediatrics, part of Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Science at ODU, are offered weekly to faculty, community faculty, residents, medical students, and other healthcare professionals. Come and learn about various topics led by local and national clinical experts. All participants receive1 AMA PRA Category 1 credit for attending.
View a List of Upcoming Topics
Nuss Advanced Pectus Course - Registration Open
October 22, 23, & 24, 2025
This year’s course features didactic lectures by renowned experts in chest wall reconstruction from around the country, including Dr. Nuss. Additionally, there will be an interactive hands-on workshop where surgeons can observe the latest instruments and technology to enhance patient care for those with chest wall deformities. On the second day, there will be a concurrent breakout session tailored for allied health professionals and managers, focusing on establishing and maintaining a pectus program while optimizing patient care. There will also be opportunities for individual surgeons to submit interesting cases for group review and discussion by the expert panel.
Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University designates this live activity for a maximum of 14.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
Schwartz Center Rounds
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
On Wednesday, June 18, from noon to 1 p.m., join us in Brickhouse Auditorium for a Schwartz Center Rounds, Patient First, Safety Always. Lunch will be provided for the first 100 registrants. Registration closes at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17.
Resources for Patients and Families
Strong Like Mom Fitness Training
Tuesdays, June 17-July 8, 9-10 a.m. | CHKD's Sports Medicine Gym in Ghent
Positive Discipline (Ages 5-12)
Wednesday, June 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual
CooPeR Saves Lives CPR Education Class
Tuesday, June 24, 6:30-8 p.m. | CHKD Health Center at Landstown, 2nd Floor Conference Room
Helping Young Children Manage Emotion (Ages 2-6)
Wednesday, June 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual
Parenting: Beyond Behavior
Monday, June 30, 12:30-1:30 p.m. | Virtual
Provider Relations at CHKD