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General surgery

Expert, compassionate surgical care for children of all ages

When it comes to surgery, kids need special care in environments designed just for them. That’s exactly what they get at CHoR. Our surgeons have specialized pediatric expertise and work alongside dedicated pediatric anesthesiologists to provide quality, safe and comforting care. 

The experienced team at CHoR cares for kids every day with a variety of surgical needs. From premature infants to teens, hernia repair to separation of conjoined twins and care of complex congenital anomalies, families are in the right hands at CHoR.

Robotic surgery, enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) and more

Our surgeons use robotic and minimally invasive techniques when possible for precise surgery and quick recovery. The team also follows an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery program to ensure they’re using patient centered, evidence-based approaches for outstanding care in the operating room, leading to thorough and efficient recovery with reduced reliance on medications. This means
kids can return home and back to doing what they love as quickly and safely as possible.
Specialized

Specialized pediatric surgical programs

  • Airway treatment – surgical treatment of airway lesions and reconstructive surgery
  • Bariatric surgery (adolescent)
  • Chest wall deformities 
  • ECMO – or extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation – treatment using an artificial lung to provide oxygen to the body
  • Gastrointestinal tube management and education
  • GI, urology and surgery clinic (GUS), for care of anorectal malformations, Hirschsprung's disease, gastrointestinal disorders, congenital urological disorders and other
    colorectal problems
  • Prenatal multispecialty program for congenital anomalies
  • Surgical oncology and solid tumor program
  • Thoracic surgery
  • Trauma
  • Vascular access

Why choose CHoR for surgery?

CHoR is one of only a few dozen children’s hospitals to be verified as a Level 1 Children’s Surgery Center by the American College of Surgeons – a testament to the care delivered by our expert, compassionate team every day. We’re also the only hospital in Central Virginia with pediatric anesthesiologists and surgeons available 24/7, which is especially important for the smallest and sickest children. As a Level 1 pediatric trauma center, our team is prepared to handle any illness or injury – at any time.

Even in the best of circumstances, surgery can be stressful for kids. Our child life specialists offer educational and emotional support to help ease concerns for the whole family.

Do you have questions about preparing for surgery, what happens on surgery day or post-surgery recovery information? 

Access our surgery guide for children and families

Surgery: What to expect

Follow Molly to learn more about having surgery at CHoR to help prepare you for your visit.

 

Meet the team

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Charles E Bagwell, MD
Charles Bagwell MD Surgery
Trauma
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Laura A Boomer, MD, FACS, FAAP
Laura Boomer MD, FACS, FAAP Surgery
Solid tumor clinic
Trauma
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Lauren Cobert, CPNP-AC
Lauren Cobert CPNP-AC Surgery
Trauma
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Kathy Cook, PNP-PC
Kathy Cook PNP-PC Surgery
Trauma
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Jonathan DeAntonio, MD
Jonathan DeAntonio MD Surgery
Adolescent bariatric surgery
Trauma
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Frazier Frantz, MD
Frazier Frantz MD Surgery
Chest wall
Trauma
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Jeffrey Haynes, MD, FACS, FAAP
Jeffrey Haynes MD, FACS, FAAP Trauma
Surgery
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Brittany Kiefer, MSW, LCSW
Brittany Kiefer MSW, LCSW Trauma
Surgery
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Patricia A Lange, MD
Patricia Lange MD Surgery
Trauma
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David Lanning, MD, PhD
David Lanning MD, PhD Surgery
Adolescent bariatric surgery
Weight management
Trauma
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Ashley Montminy, PNP-AC
Ashley Montminy PNP-AC Surgery
Trauma
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Claudio Oiticica, MD
Claudio Oiticica MD Weight management
Vascular birthmarks/malformations
Adolescent bariatric surgery
Surgery
Trauma
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Ashleigh Onweller, PA
Ashleigh Onweller PA Surgery
Trauma
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Cecelia Puig, APRN, CNP, DNP
Cecelia Puig APRN, CNP, DNP Surgery
Trauma
Weight management
Chest wall
Adolescent bariatric surgery
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Jason Sulkowski, MD
Jason Sulkowski MD Surgery
Trauma
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Kyley Von Bargen, PNP-AC
Kyley Von Bargen PNP-AC Surgery
Trauma
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