Mcv Pediatric Emergency Room

When i began at vcu in 1996 the department of emergency medicine was in its nascent days newly established as its own department.

Mcv pediatric emergency room. The pediatric emergency room is located in the critical care hospital at 1213 e. Valet parking is closed for the health and safety of our patients and team members please let a team member know if you need support getting into the building. Accredited by the accreditation council for graduate medical education acgme in 2016 vcu s pediatric emergency medicine fellowship aims to prepare physicians for a career dedicated to the advancement of pediatric emergency medicine pem through leadership research and education. It is important to share all medical information with your child s care team including urgent care visits and care received outside of chor or in an emergency room.

Read our visitor information and more. See why vcu health is richmond s best level 1 trauma center verified in adult and pediatric complex trauma care. Our experienced staff focus on comprehensive treatment community prevention and support and education outreach. Pediatric emergency medicine fellowship.

The children s hospital emergency room provides dedicated space and treatment for pediatric emergecies along with our level 1 pediatric trauma and burn centers. Our board certified adolescent medicine specialists offer comprehensive compassionate and optimal health care to all patients in this changing phase of life. Fellows treat patients in the busiest level 1 trauma center in virginia gradually gaining more autonomy and leadership responsibility throughout the two to three years of training. The emergency department is the healthcare safety net of the community and our physicians rise to the challenge regardless of the volume and acuity that come through the door.

The 4 2 million pediatric emergency room is part of vcu medical center s level 1 trauma center the only one in the region in recognition of the high level of specialty care provided 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Our emergency care team is ready to see your child for any emergencies from burn emergencies to pediatric trauma. In an emergency critically ill and injured children have access to all pediatric specialists 24 hours a day at children s hospital of richmond at vcu s pediatric emergency department the 10 000 sq. Emergency room has several unique features.