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Top Doc All-Stars

These remarkable CHKD physicians were selected by their peers as Top Docs for five consecutive years or more and were named Top Doc All-Stars by Coastal Virginia magazine.

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Remarkable Recovery

Thanks to a coordinated effort among our trauma team, Parker Rose Outlaw made a remarkable recovery after complex spine surgery at CHKD.

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Therapy Services, Adaptive Seating Clinic Now Open at Kempsville

NEW! CHKD now offers physical and occupational therapy services and an adaptive seating clinic at its Health Center at Kempsville in Norfolk.

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Always Our Heroes

Congratulations to CHKD Hematology/Oncology Nurse Molly Lowther, RN, and Chief Clinical Operations Officer Dr. Christopher Foley who were named Healthcare Heroes by Inside Business.

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Chest Wall Deformity Awareness

Senator Angelia Williams Graves recently visited the Nuss Center to officially declare December Chest Wall Deformity Awareness Month in the Commonwealth.

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Primary Care

Through a network of dedicated pediatric providers who work in over two dozen locations throughout the region, CHKD provides all the care kids need.

CHKD Pediatricians
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Specialty Care

Our network of pediatric specialists gives the Hampton Roads community access to comprehensive pediatric health care throughout the region.

Medical Specialists at CHKD
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Surgical Care

Our unique pediatric surgery program is designed to make children and parents comfortable with the entire surgery experience.

CHKD Surgery Program

Our Patient Stories

Whether a child needs hospitalization, ongoing care for a chronic illness, outpatient surgery, or primary care, we address the unique demands of childhood.

Meet Tucker Davis: Our 2025 Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Champion

Mar 31, 2025

11-year-old Tucker Davis has been named the 2025 CMN Hospitals Champion for CHKD.
Teamwork After Trauma

Dec 18, 2024

Thanks to a coordinated effort among our trauma team, Parker Rose Outlaw made a remarkable recovery after complex spine surgery at CHKD.
Building Strength

Jun 26, 2024

A young football player is feeling stronger and more confident than ever after undergoing spinal fusion surgery at CHKD.
Softball Star

May 27, 2024

Allie Rogers is back in the game after having surgery at CHKD to correct her scoliosis.
Blessyn's Journey

Sep 21, 2023

Blessyn Watford was diagnosed with leukemia at 2 years old. Find out how treatment at CHKD’s Cancer and Blood Disorders Center saved her life.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment at CHKD

Aug 31, 2023

Jacob Roberson received a gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy at CHKD that helped him become more mobile than ever. This is his story.
New Gene Therapy Gives Hope to Boy with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Aug 24, 2023

Karson became the first child in VA, and one of the first in the nation, to receive a breakthrough gene therapy for Duchenne at CHKD.
Back on the Court

Jun 01, 2023

For years, Carter Gresham fought constant pain in his elbow on the volleyball court. Now he's back on the court thanks to CHKD's sports medicine team.
Saving Samirah

Jun 01, 2023

Samirah was born with tumors around her heart. Find out how experts from CHKD, EVMS, and Sentara teamed up to provide lifesaving care.
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Community Connections

Read the latest issue of Community Connections, a CHKD publication featuring opportunities for education, engagement, and action for parents and professionals.

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Your support transforms a child's health and brings medical and mental health care to children and families in our community.

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Julian's Story

Care for medical as well as mental health challenges

"It's so hard to live with a disability and anxiety, but you need to know that life is so beautiful," Julian wrote in a recent essay about his mental health struggles. "There are so many amazing doctors, people, and therapists who have my back at CHKD. I'm not going to give up!"

Read Julian's Story

“With your support, CHKD can continue to provide the critical programs, advanced technology, and healing hands that our community relies on to bring health, healing, and hope to thousands of children every year.”

– Amy Sampson, President and CEO

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CHKD News

CHKD Receives $50,000 Grant from St. Baldrick's Foundation

Dec 17, 2024

CHKD is one of 26 hospitals and healthcare institutions nationwide to receive a $50,000 Infrastructure Grant from St. Baldrick’s Foundation.
CHKD, Barrys Honored with 2024 Darden Award for Regional Leadership

Nov 25, 2024

On November 20, the CIVIC Leadership Institute presented the 2024 Corporate Darden Award to Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters.
Costco Raises More than $115,000 for CHKD During its Annual Campaign

Oct 25, 2024

Costco stores raised more than $115,000 for CHKD during its annual fundraising campaign this year, a record-breaking total for the membership club.
Eric Lowe, MD, Named Chief Clinical Academic Officer at CHKD, Chair of Pediatrics

Aug 08, 2024

Eric Lowe, MD, Medical Director of Pediatric Oncology, named Chief Clinical Academic Officer at CHKD and chair of the Department of …
Harris Teeter Raises Over $131,000 for CHKD

Jun 12, 2024

Harris Teeter announced today a donation of more than $131,000 to CHKD following the success of the company’s annual Round Up campaign, which …
CHKD’s Spine Program Receives DNV Certification

Apr 09, 2024

Program is first in the nation to meet certification requirements for quality and patient safety.
Mid Atlantic Dairy Queen Raises Over $500,000 in 2023 for CHKD's Mental Health Initiative

Feb 14, 2024

Mid Atlantic Dairy Queen raised more than $515,000 in 2023 to support the mental health initiative at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters.
New American Academy of Pediatrics Clinical Report Highlights Causes of Injury, Overtraining, and Burnout in Youth Sports

Jan 25, 2024

Parents, coaches, and clinicians can help children avoid overuse injuries, overtraining, and burnout.
CHKD Receives Grant from Rite Aid Healthy Futures to Improve Food Access for Patient Families

Jan 15, 2024

CHKD has received a $50,000 Connecting Communities grant from Rite Aid Healthy Futures.

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