Health System News - April 2025
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CHKD Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Program
CHKD’s comprehensive Sports Medicine Program specializes in athletes from elementary school to college. Our team of orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, physical therapists, and certified athletic trainers works together to support the health and recovery of the whole athlete.
When injuries occur, families can count on timely evaluations and treatment with same or next-day appointments by calling the Sports Injury Hotline, 757-668-7529 (PLAY), Monday-Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 10 p.m.
For after-hours or urgent concerns, CHKD’s Urgent Care centers and Emergency Department collaborate closely with the Sports Medicine Program to ensure athletes receive the right care at the right time.
Click here for referral guidelines and more information about CHKD's Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Program.
CHKD Announcements
Therapy Services at Kempsville
CHKD's Adaptive Seating Clinic and Therapy Services is now offered at CHKD's Health Center at Kempsville in Norfolk. Initial services include a wheelchair clinic and PT/OT.
Call (757) 668-7083 to learn more.
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
CHKD Conferences
26th Annual Pediatric Emergency Medicine Update
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | CHKD Brickhouse Auditorium
This professional educational conference is designed to provide emergency physicians, pediatricians, family practitioners and other healthcare providers with state-of-the-art, evidence-based information about pediatric emergency medicine.
Donald W. Lewis Pediatric and Adolescent Sports Medicine Update for Primary Care
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. | EVMS Lester Hall
After attending this conference, healthcare professionals who are caring for young athletes will be able to evaluate, diagnose, and manage injuries in the pediatric and adolescent athlete as well as apply hands-on techniques for treatment of sports injuries.
Tidewater Healthcare Expo
The Eastern Virginia Healthcare Coalition is excited to announce that nurse and healthcare-specific training will be offered at the Tidewater Healthcare Expo May 13-18, 2025, in Downtown Norfolk, at the Sheraton Waterside Hotel.
Find Sessions and Register Here
Resources for Patients and Families
The Power of Play!
Wednesday, April 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual
Developmental Challenges: How Do You Know? What Can You Do?
Wednesday, May 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual
Provider Relations at CHKD