Why choose CHoR?

Top 5 reasons to join the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU team

Part of VCU Medical Center, a leading academic medical center
We nurture the champion in every child
Robust and thriving Department of Pediatrics with engaged leadership
Fun city, centrally located
Top tier education in a supportive environment

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

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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

Care at our facilities

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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

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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

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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

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