Nationally Ranked

When you turn to Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU,  you’re receiving care that is among the best in the country. 

From casts to cancer – and everything in between – we provide unstoppable care for kids. 

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Mid-Atlantic top 10

We're ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the Mid-Atlantic, including Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, D.C. and West Virginia.

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Care for your child

We're proud to be a nationally ranked children's hospital, but to us being chosen to care for your child is the best recognition of all. Our team served more than 80,000 families last year from 47 states and outside the U.S. 

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Common to complex 

From common injuries and illnesses to the most complex conditions, our expert, compassionate team cares for kids at more than a dozen locations throughout the state. With care close to home, kids get more time to be... kids!

Unstoppable care for kids

Our U.S. News & World Report rankings demonstrate that when families come to CHoR, they're getting care that is among the best in the country. The children featured below represent the thousands of families who turn to CHoR when their children's lives depend on it.

Riley, wearing a Children's Hospital of Richmond uniform in an office setting, american flag in the background.

Behavioral health

Ranked among the nation’s top 50 programs

Read Riley’s story
Addison, wearing a blue patterned bathing suit on a beach

Cancer

Ranked #40 in the nation; only ranked cancer program in Virginia

Read Addison’s story
Lux, wearing a black shirt and a mask strapped under their chin, in a hospital setting.

Nephrology

Ranked #24 in the nation

Read Lux’s story
Myles, in athletic wear holding a basketball in each hand.

Orthopaedics

Ranked #37 in the nation

Read Myles’ story
Child lifting imaginary weights

Pulmonology

Ranked #36 in the nation

Read Caleb's story
Boy and doctor hugging

Urology

Ranked #35 in the nation

Read Josiah's story