Refer to Hospital Medicine
Referral Guidelines
Pediatric hospitalists at CHKD specialize in non-intensive, inpatient medical care for children.
Please review our referral guidelines below to help ensure that your child/patient receives the best possible care.
How can I refer my patient to CHKD's hospital medicine practice?
- For possible admissions, providers should call the Transfer Center at (757) 668-8000.
- For updates regarding children already admitted, providers should call Doctors Direct at (757) 668-9999
We provide comprehensive coverage of our patients from admission through discharge, and communicate routinely with primary care pediatricians to discuss diagnostic and treatment regimens and ensure appropriate follow-up.
Where will my patient be seen?
CHKD's acute inpatient units and acute care rehab unit are located at CHKD (Norfolk).