our values
selfless service
serving others with an enthusiastic spirit
commitment to excellence
driving innovation and quality care to maximize outcomes
unwavering integrity
creating an environment of trust through honesty, transparency and authenticity
passionate advocacy
standing as champions for children
system metrics
10,643
team members
700
total beds
1,037,034
total patient visits
50+
pediatric specialties and subspecialties
33
heart
transplants
transplants
$111.5
million in charity care
60
locations offering specialty care
153,510
emergency room visits
award-winning care. groundbreaking innovation.
From innovations in lifesaving TeleNICU care to transformational neurosurgery techniques, Children’s Health is a recognized leader in pioneering pediatric health care. Since 1961, Children’s HealthSM has been the primary pediatric clinical partner for UT Southwestern, one of the nation’s leading medical education and biomedical research institutions. And year after year, Children's Health Medical Center Dallas is ranked in all 11 pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
One of the nation’s most comprehensive pediatric psychiatry and psychology programs, with everything from problems with mood and anxiety, to learning to manage and cope with medical illness, to struggling with eating disorders or even suicidal thoughts.
CARDIOLOGY
A full spectrum of multi-disciplinary cardiac care, from prenatal diagnosis to heart surgery. Our advanced capabilities and programs are setting the standard for heart centers.
ENDOCRINOLOGY
One of the nation’s busiest teams, our physicians, dietitians, psychologists and social workers work together to deliver therapies and support for everything from diabetes to obesity to gender-affirming care.
GASTROENTEROLOGY
World-class gastroenterology care and surgery delivered to more than 20,000 outpatients each year, treating a diverse population with a range of complex conditions.
HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY
The largest cancer and blood disease program in North Texas, and one of the largest in the U.S., providing world-class care to more than 350 children with newly-diagnosed cancer and more than 600 children with newly-diagnosed blood disease.
NEONATOLOGY
One of the only facilities in North Texas offering pediatric general and thoracic surgery, with comprehensive evaluations, expedited access to surgical care and thorough aftercare for newborns, including micro-preemies, to adolescents.
NEPHROLOGY
One of the nation's largest pediatric nephrology specialties and leaders in nephrology research, investigating everything from fetal hypertension mechanisms to the genes that drive kidney development and caring for more than 60 children with end-stage renal disease every year.
NEUROLOGY / NEUROSURGERY
Unparalleled expertise in disorders of the brain, spinal cord, nervous system and musculoskeletal system, with experts evaluating each case from multiple perspectives to develop the best possible treatment plan.
ORTHOPEDICS
A multidisciplinary team of orthopedic specialists with the expertise and resources to diagnose and treat the entire range of congenital and hereditary orthopedic disorders.
PULMONOLOGY
A state-of-the-art pulmonary function lab, specialized aerodigestive and cystic fibrosis clinics, a 20-bed sleep facility and comprehensive ventilator program – all supporting the most complex pulmonary issues.
UROLOGY
Renowned experts in advanced reconstructive surgery and minimally invasive techniques providing care for everything from incontinence to the most complex conditions
“I love to be in the delivery room when a baby is born and the connections we have with our families. Watching them take their babies home is the most fulfilling thing about what I do.”
DR. SUSHMITA G. YALLAPRAGADA,
Medical Director, Neonatal ICU and Associate Professor of Pediatrics
UT Southwestern
"Kids just have a different perspective on life. They can see the other things beyond their illness. The time I’ve spent here has changed my life."
DR. TAMRA SLONE,
Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist at Children's Health and Associate Professor of Pediatrics
UT Southwestern
"There's a hopefulness in working with kids. There's an opportunity to help them work through issues and learn skills that can help them cope better as adults."
DR. SABRINA BROWNE,
Pediatric Psychiatrist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry
UT Southwestern
health equity & inclusion
The more we know about and support our team members, our patients and our communities, the better care we can provide. And we understand better than anyone how important it is that everyone has access to the care they need where and when they need it.
outreach
As caregivers, we care deeply about our community and encourage our team members to give back. By collaborating with local organizations, partipating in community events and forming meaningful partnerships, we strive to create a lasting impact throughout the region.
Children's Medical Center Foundation
As the fundraising arm for Children’s Health, the Children’s Medical Center Foundation provides philanthropic support through partnerships with individual donors, organizations and corporations.
volunteers
Our volunteers are part of our family. We simply could not serve all of our families without the time, energy and support of former patients and parents, caring seniors, corporate leaders and many other diverse groups who have made getting involved a priority.