A World Leader in Children's Health
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, the first pediatric hospital in the United States, is ranked the #1 pediatric hospital by Parents magazine and is one of only eight on the prestigious U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll for 2010. Our physicians, nurses, researchers and other professionals are recognized regionally and nationally for their expertise. CHOP’s exceptional patient care and major research initiatives benefit children worldwide.
Welcome Kit
A hospital can be a confusing place. Whether this is the first time you are visiting or you’ve been here before, these links can help prepare you and your family before you arrive.
- Our Philosophy of Care
- A Video Guide for Parents and Families
- Main Campus Virtual Tour
- Hospital Amenities
- How to Prepare Your Child
- Send an e-Card
- Create a CarePage
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Health Tip of the Week
Parents Are Banking on the Future With Cord Blood -- But Is It Really Necessary?
Parents-to-be do a lot of planning for their baby’s future, including opening up a bank account. Increasingly, parents are deciding whether or not to open a different kind of bank account – a cord blood banking account – to store their baby’s umbilical cord blood.
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When you give to Children’s Hospital, you give children from around the world their chance to experience life the way all kids should, with health, joy and hope.
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Our Website for Kids
Visit Kids Health Galaxy, our kids Web site, to help prepare your child for a visit to the hospital.
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- 1-800-879-2467
- (1-800-TRY-CHOP)
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