Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU

10/21/2025

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As we continue to highlight some of the unsung heroes behind our growing Level IV NICU, we'd like you to meet Bobbie Terrell. Bobbie was the second neonatal nurse practitioner in our NICU and has dedicated decades to helping babies thrive.

While our NICU has grown in scope and size, some things have remained constant over the years – including many of the exceptional professionals providing the care that’s helped thousands of infants grow, survive and thrive. We’re highlighting some of these unsung heroes as we prepare to open a...

10/20/2025

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A tiny device offers a minimally invasive solution for even the smallest patients in the treatment of PDA - or patent ductus arteriosus – a condition which can be problematic and make breathing difficult.

Nearly half of premature infants born between 22 and 23 weeks are born with a condition called patent ductus arteriosus that doesn’t allow them to breathe on their own. Until recently, medications and surgery were the only treatment options.

10/19/2025

Meet Dr. Amy Harper, a neurologist and director of our neuromuscular clinic.
Dr. Harper specializes in taking care of kids with developmental disabilities and neuromuscular conditions. She also is an innovator in gene transfer therapy that helps prolong and improve the lives of children with muscular dystrophy.

10/18/2025

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Spirit Halloween threw quite the Halloween bash for our kiddos this week! Over the years, this annual tradition has raised more than $1.3 million for Children’s Hospital Foundation to benefit CHoR's child life program. Program manager Bethany Fisackerly spoke to ABC 8News - WRIC.

Young patients receiving care a Richmond children’s hospital enjoyed a “spooktacular” celebration on Thursday.

10/18/2025

Pass the marshmallows, not the flu! This fall, make sure you're protected before gathering around the fire. Our walk-in flu shot clinic is open to children and family members until Nov. 6th. No appointment necessary and you do not need to be an existing CHoR patient.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. (closed 12 -12:30 p.m.)
Children's Pavilion, Level 1 - Sky Lobby

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10/17/2025

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🎃👻With costumes, masks, crafts and games for all, our friends from Spirit Halloween brought an eerie-sistable party right here to our patients yesterday, guaranteeing they have a fa-boo-lous Halloween despite having to spend time in the hospital.

10/16/2025

Do you know how to recognize sudden cardiac arrest and what actions to take?
Dr. John Phillips, CHoR pediatric cardiologist and electrophysiologist, offers step-by-step guidance to help you save a life through the use of hands-only CPR and an automated external defibrillator (AED).

10/15/2025

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Learning to navigate feelings is a natural part of emotional development, but some children have an easier time with this than others. Child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Dimal Shah answers 5 questions for parents and caregivers who are looking to help their children with big feelings.

Does your child struggle with their feelings? Learning to navigate them is a natural part of emotional development, but some children have an easier time with this than others. Dr. Dimal Shah, child and adolescent psychiatrist at our Virginia Treatment Center for Children offers some insight for hel...

10/14/2025

Many thanks to Yamini Kalluri and VCU Health Arts in Healthcare for bringing the Richmond Folk Festival to CHoR last week! Patients, their families, and team members were able to enjoy a taste of South Indian music and dance through a performance by Yamini Kalluri & the Kritya Music Ensemble.

10/14/2025

Mason and Dr. Tony Herndon, surgeon-in-chief, are here to remind everyone that we got some pretty exciting news last week! Being recognized as a national leader in pediatric health by U.S. News and World Report is confirmation of our team's daily commitment to Mason and thousands of other kids and families. Read more at https://bit.ly/4o14rsK.

10/14/2025

Thank you to Hanover County Fire-EMS Department and to all those whose quick response made this possible!

10/13/2025

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It might not be the primetime show where aspiring entrepreneurs are trying to make millions, but CHoR's QI (quality-improvement) Shark Tank is a meeting of the minds where future pediatricians learn from each other and help enhance the patient experience in the process.

QI (quality-improvement) Shark Tank, which started here in 2018, is a forum where residents, fellows and even faculty can share QI projects that are in the works and get feedback.