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Children's Medical Center Dallas Children’s Health is one of the top pediatric hospitals in the country and the fifth largest healthcare provider in the nation.

Located in the Southwestern Medical District in the heart of Dallas, Children’s Medical Center Dallas is home to the only academic healthcare system in North Texas that is dedicated exclusively to the comprehensive care of children from birth to age 18. The Dallas campus, like all of our locations, has been built with patients and visitors in mind. In addition to care tailored especially for children, it offers families and visitors the services and support they need. The campus includes the tranquil Haggerty Chapel, a cafeteria with multiple dining options, family resource libraries, a coffee shop, ATMs and a full-service gift shop. Services such as child life, guest relations, pastoral care and social work help families cope with the issues and concerns that come with having a child in the hospital. A new front entrance at Children’s Medical Center Dallas makes it easier than ever for patients to access our state-of-the-art pediatric care. The covered four-lane driveway off Medical District Drive leads guests directly to the front doorstep of the hospital, only a few steps away from the admitting area. The campus includes: 487 beds, 334 pediatric, 24 medical/surgical, 65 critical care, 36 NICU, 12-bed psych unit, more than 50 outpatient specialty centers, state-of-the-art emergency center, At Children’s Medical Center Dallas, we receive more than 360,000 patient visits each year ranging from simple eye exams to specialized treatment in areas such as heart disease, hematology-oncology, organ transplantation and cystic fibrosis. Licensed for 487 beds, the inpatient portion of our hospital provides patients and families with comfort and conveniences during their stay. All rooms include a place for a family member to spend the night with a child. The hospital has four specialized critical care units, including a neonatal ICU. The main campus also is home to the first designated Level I trauma center for pediatrics in Texas, demonstrating our commitment to the highest level of care for children as well as our dedication to research, advocacy and education.

09/24/2026

🚗 Is your child's car seat road-trip ready? For Child Passenger Safety Week, our Injury Prevention team is sharing simple ways to help keep kids safe on every ride:

✅ Check the harness fit with the pinch test
📏 Make sure your child is ready before moving to a booster seat
📅 Check your car seat's expiration date
🔍 Review recalls at least once a year
👩‍⚕️ Get expert help if you're unsure about installation

A few quick checks can make a big difference. Learn more car seat safety tips: https://bit.ly/4rrOb70

Innovation and creativity were on full display during a recent visit from our friends at Perot Museum. 🚁🤖Our patients en...
09/23/2026

Innovation and creativity were on full display during a recent visit from our friends at Perot Museum. 🚁🤖

Our patients enjoyed hands-on STEM activities, including building paper helicopters, creating electric marble runs and exploring robotics. Thank you for helping inspire future innovators and brighten our patients' day!

We’re excited to welcome Richardson Pediatric Associates to Children’s Health Primary Care! 🎈 Founded in 1977, Richardso...
09/21/2026

We’re excited to welcome Richardson Pediatric Associates to Children’s Health Primary Care! 🎈

Founded in 1977, Richardson Pediatric Associates has cared for children and families in the community for almost five decades – and has operated under its current name since 2014.

As part of Children’s Health Primary Care, Richardson Pediatric Associates joins our network of pediatric practices providing comprehensive care and enhancing access to specialty services for families across North Texas.

Join us in welcoming the Richardson Pediatric Associates team to Children’s Health! 🎉

09/18/2026

A life-changing treatment and a brand new chapter! 🧬💜

As the first pediatric patient in North Texas to receive Lyfgenia, Janelle's journey highlights the promise of gene therapy for children with sickle cell disease.

Today, she's thriving and grateful for the dedicated care team that supported her every step of the way.

Read her story: https://bit.ly/4heUYMG

A special celebration calls for a special photographer. 📸🎈Yesterday, team members at our Dallas and Plano campuses came ...
09/16/2026

A special celebration calls for a special photographer. 📸🎈

Yesterday, team members at our Dallas and Plano campuses came together to celebrate our latest U.S. News & World Report rankings. Brayden, a Children’s Health patient and budding photographer, captured some of the moments for us. We’re so glad he could be part of the celebration in a whole new way. 🥳

Take a look at some of his photos from the day!

09/15/2026

Children’s Health Dallas has once again been named among the nation’s best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report! 🎈🎉

For the ninth year in a row, we’ve ranked in all 11 specialties, making us the only pediatric hospital in the region and one of a select few in the country to achieve this distinction.

Behind every ranking are the kids and families we care for, moments of hope and an incredible team working together to make a difference. We’re so proud to celebrate this recognition, along with our partners at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Scottish Rite for Children.

Learn more about this year’s rankings: https://bit.ly/4dA3hSb

When Ken was diagnosed with sickle cell disease, his family believed it was a lifelong condition. Then, they learned a s...
09/14/2026

When Ken was diagnosed with sickle cell disease, his family believed it was a lifelong condition. Then, they learned a stem cell transplant could offer a cure. His sister, Gina, proved to be a donation match.​

Thanks to her incredible gift, Ken is now home, thriving and back to playing basketball and building Legos.​

Read their full story: https://bit.ly/46WXjqQ

This World Su***de Prevention Day, we’re reminding families that a strong circle of support can help children feel conne...
09/10/2026

This World Su***de Prevention Day, we’re reminding families that a strong circle of support can help children feel connected, supported and hopeful. 💖

Learn more about mental health resources, including specialized support through our SPARC program, now in Dallas and Plano: https://bit.ly/4gIRD9M

If you or your child are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential support is available 24/7.

09/09/2026

Just one month after her 6th birthday, Octavia celebrated the end of her treatment by ringing the bell. 🔔

This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Octavia shares her journey and the people who helped her along the way.

Read her story: https://www.childrens.com/health-wellness/octavias-story

Is your child's extracurricular activity calendar already filling up for the year?  Help them find balance between schoo...
09/06/2017

Is your child's extracurricular activity calendar already filling up for the year? Help them find balance between school, activities, and free time.

Use this advice from Children’s Health experts to help your child manage schoolwork, activities and free time

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