Pediatric Kidney Stone Center
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We know it can be upsetting to watch your child struggle with the pain and stress of kidney stones. We are here for you.
The Pediatric Kidney Stone Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) provides the support, answers and advanced treatment options you and your child need. Our urologic experts are specially trained in the comprehensive surgical, medical and nutritional care of children with this painful condition.
Since 2010, we have evaluated and treated more than 1,300 patients. This is the largest number of patients seen in a single center throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Children and adolescents from across the country and the world travel to CHOP for care.
How we serve you
Your child's team in the Pediatric Kidney Stone Center is made up of specialists who are experts in evaluation and treatment. We are also involved in developing new ways to prevent and treat this disease.
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Why choose CHOP's Pediatric Kidney Stone Center
In addition to removing existing kidney stones, we work with you and your child to create a plan to prevent future kidney stones. Families come from all over the world for our care.
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Meet your team
Here at the Pediatric Kidney Stone Center, your child's care is in the hands of a team of experts who are dedicated to managing stone disease and improving quality of life.
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Kidney Stone Center locations
Access top specialists in pediatric kidney stone care.
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Our research
Our ongoing research efforts lead to medical discoveries that help us better prevent, treat and care for patients.
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