Special Immunology Service
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Contact us
Special Immunology Service at CHOP provides care to infants and children exposed to HIV or infected with HIV at birth. We care for the whole child, which includes:
- Primary medical care and HIV specialized care
- Psychosocial care that addresses social and emotional issues, helps with coping and improves quality of life
- Physical and cognitive growth and development services, such as developmental testing and nutritional counseling
- Research toward the prevention of and the effective medical treatment for HIV infection
Through a contract with the Presbyterian Medical Center, HIV-infected caregivers of pediatric patients can receive on-site adult care. Our caring team will be by your family's side every step of the way.
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Meet your team
Our team includes physicians, nurses, social workers and other experts with extensive experience in HIV care. We communicate with referring physicians and other agencies to coordinate care and link you to community services.
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Our location for HIV care
Get information about our Specialty Care Center on Market Street in Philadelphia.