Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is a pioneering pediatric institution established in 1855. It is the first U.S. hospital dedicated exclusively to children’s healthcare.
CHOP is affiliated with the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and is renowned for its excellence in specialties like neonatology, oncology, and orthopedics.
The hospital operates a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and manages over 1.6 million patient visits annually. Its commitment to research and family-centered care has earned it top rankings nationally.
Address: 3401 Civic Center Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Phone: (800) 879-2467
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