Children with ailments and injuries who require hospitalization can have a broad range of medical needs. Medical City Children’s Hospital offers a complete array of pediatric medicine specialties essential to caring for sick children, including:

Allergy and Immunology
We provide comprehensive care for patients experiencing allergic conditions such as eczema, bronchial asthma or food allergies. We have specially trained physicians who provide care for patients with immune-related illnesses as well.

Anesthesia
When a procedure requiring anesthesia or surgery is indicated for treatment, pediatric specialists provide services for our pediatric patients throughout the continuum of care. Experienced pediatric anesthesiologists are essential team members and are highly trained and equipped to meet the unique needs of children.

Dentistry
Pediatric dentistry is an integral part of the specialty care provided within our children’s hospital. When dental work is needed for a pediatric patient, we take the time to explain the procedure to the patient, which helps reduce anxiety for the patient as well as the parents.

Endocrinology
Our endocrinology service specializes in unique childhood disorders such as precocious puberty, growth hormone deficiency and hypo/hyperthyroidism. We offer outpatient testing, treatment and follow-up.

Ear, Nose and Throat/Otolaryngology
A full range of ear, nose and throat (ENT) services are available for pediatric patients. Inpatient, outpatient, diagnosis and surgical treatment options are available.

Gastroenterology
Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient diagnosis and treatment are available for a variety of gastrointestinal disorders such as Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis and gastro-esophageal reflux.

Genetics
Genetic testing and counseling are available for preconceptional and prenatal needs as well as for pediatric patients. Treatment is also available for rare lysosomal storage diseases such as Gaucher, Fabry, Pompe and Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (Hurler Syndrome).

Infectious Disease
Pediatric infections, whether a contagious illness or a primary site infection, can be evaluated and treated by consulting our team of pediatric infectious disease specialists.

Pulmonology
Pediatric pulmonologists provide care for a wide range of chronic and acute respiratory disorders. Our experienced specialists are highly skilled in diagnosing and managing childhood illnesses, including asthma, cystic fibrosis, bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), as well as acute and reoccurring respiratory infections.

Urology
Our urology professionals provide medical and surgical care for children with genitourinary problems. Our dedicated experts specialize in treating a variety of pediatric urinary tract disorders including vesico-ureteral reflux (VUR), phimosis and hypospadias.