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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Time Spent at CHOP Helps West Chester East Grad Decide on Her Future Career
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First Responders, Law Enforcement Surprise Now-Cancer-Free Teen from Coatesville with Mini-Parade
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Pair of Healthcare Professionals from Chester County to Compete in Olympic Marathon Trials
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Citadel’s $200,000 Donation to CHOP a Testament to Its Founding Philosophy of People Helping People
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Local Swim Club’s Fundraiser Honors Lifetime Member as She Battles Brain Cancer
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Meridian Bank Supports Still Strong Foundation as It Assists Families with Children Battling Cancer
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Father-Daughter Duo from Wayne Raising Awareness for Often-Overlooked Ailment in Children
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Girls from 215 Schools Across the Region Explore Careers in Science, Tech at Annual GETT
With Philadelphia just named the third-best city in the U.S. for women in tech, more than 1,200 girls, parents, and educators from 215-plus schools and…
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From MONTCO: CHOP Unveils Plans for Another Hospital in King of Prussia
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Matchmaking Venture in Malvern Gets Technical Devices to Market Faster
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Wayne Couple Launch Website for Parents, Children Dealing with Serious Illness
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Grammy Nominee Draws 2,000 People to Citadel Palooza; Proceeds Donated to Charity
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West Chester’s Berlin Steel Gives Henderson Students an Inside Look
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Five-Time Grammy Nominee to Headline Concert Celebrating Citadel’s 80-Year History
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CHOP Backs $28 Million Equity Deal for Wayne’s Aevi Genomic Medicine
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Girls Exploring Tomorrow’s Technology Helps Reduce Gender Disparity in STEM Subjects
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GETTing Girls Interested in STEM Fields
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