Why choose CHoR?
Top 5 reasons to join the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU team
A leading academic medical center
- Largest and most comprehensive academic medical center in Virginia
- Ranked one of the top two hospitals in Virginia for the past decade by U.S. News & World Report
- Ranked among the nation's top children's hospitals for pediatric nephrology, pulmonology, cancer and urology
About us
We nurture the champion in every child
- Full-service children's hospital with a robust continuum of pediatric services, research and education
- Premier facilities including a new outpatient Children's Pavilion housing medical,surgical and advanced diagnostic services under one roof
- Level 1 pediatric trauma center with a dedicated pediatric ER
- Newly expanded PICU
- Private-room NICU with an operating room
- New Virginia Treatment Center for Children facility for mental health services
Robust and thriving Department of Pediatrics with engaged leadership
- Education is a priority for leadership
- Engaged faculty who enjoy mentoring residents and fellows
Meet our faculty members
Fun city, centrally located
- Virginia is for lovers - our residents and fellows love Richmond!
- One hour from the mountains, two hours from the beach and two hours from D.C.
- Steps away from the state capitol - access to legislative process
- Diverse and unique restaurants
- Exciting nightlife - dancing, outdoor events and concerts
- Exposure to the arts - new performing arts center and multiple museums for adults and kids
- Affordable housing
- Close to an international airport
Top tier education in a supportive environment
- Our kids! We serve a diverse patient population and are an active part of our community
- We see it all - from simple to complex - exposure to a variety of pathophysiology
- Largest provider of care for underserved families
- Open, genuine and collaborative relationships with faculty
- Childcare with backup advantage program (sick daycare)
- Annual retreats
- Unique two-week rotation schedule to improve wellness
- Individualized tracts for careers in primary care, subspecialties, public health, global health and advocacy