Refer to Pediatric Surgery
CHKD Surgical Group's pediatric surgeons provide diagnostic, therapeutic and surgical care for a wide range of diseases and conditions in children from birth to young adult. Some of the conditions we treat include the following:
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| - Pectus excavatum (sunken or funnel chest)
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- Congenital and acquired lesions
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- Disorders of the abdomen and gastrointestinal tract
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- Esophageal and pulmonary problems
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- Hernias (inguinal, umbilical)
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What work-up is needed prior to the first appointment?
Please send any relevant records not accessible through CHKD’s Electronic Health Records (EHR) such as lab results, radiology imaging and other accompanying reports. Some conditions require pre-consult work-up. Please contact our office at (757) 668-8529.
When will my patient be able to obtain an appointment?
Your patient will be seen at the earliest appointment available, which is usually within one week.
Urgent appointments will be accommodated within 24 hours or less.
Which provider will my patient see at the first appointment?
Your child will be seen as quickly as possible with the provider who is the best match for managing the current condition.
Where will my patient be seen?
Pediatric surgery clinics are held at our main hospital in Norfolk and CHKD's Health and Surgery Center at Oyster Point in Newport News.
How can I refer my patient to pediatric surgery?
- Call referral (providers only) to (757) 668-8529
- Fax referral and records to (757) 668-8860 or email to pediatric.surgery@chkd.org
- Parents may reach us at (757) 668-7703