Pediatric Surgery at UChicago Medicine

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Comprehensive Pediatric Surgery Care

At Comer Children's Hospital, our pediatric surgeons have unique expertise in surgical care for children of all ages — from the tiniest newborns to teens and young adults.

When seeking the best surgical care for your child's care, it's important to look for experts who are specially trained in caring for children. This is because surgery for children is very different from surgery for adults.

It's not only because children are smaller — but kids react differently to surgery and anesthesia. Treatments should be planned with each child's growth and development in mind.

Our Pediatric Surgery Services

Our pediatric surgical team includes experts in every surgical subspecialty, from cardiac surgery and general surgery, to neurosurgery and transplant surgery.

Our Approach

Every child is different and we consider your child’s unique needs to make sure they get the personalized, comprehensive care they deserve.

UChicago Medicine Comer Children’s takes a multidisciplinary approach to your child's care, with a vast team of pediatric experts working together from several surgical and medical specialties.

Why Choose Comer Children’s for Pediatric Surgery?

Our pediatric surgical team operate in state-of-the-art facilities equipped with the latest technology. Here, our pediatric surgeons are leaders in minimally invasive surgery — an approach that speeds recovery, reduces pain and minimizes scarring, compared to traditional open surgical techniques.

Support Throughout Your Child's Pediatric Surgery Journey

Preparing for Pediatric Surgery

Our entire team is here to help make you and your child feel as ready and comfortable as possible for the procedure.

Preparing for Your Child's Procedure or Surgery

Recovering from Pediatric Surgery

Your care team continues to support and help your child throughout the post-surgery recovery process.

Your Child's Recovery From Pediatric Surgery

Pediatric Surgery Patient Guides

From cysts to umbilical hernias, learn more about your child's condition and how our pediatric general surgeons can help.

Request a Pediatric Surgery Appointment

The information you provide will enable us to assist you as efficiently as possible. A representative will contact you within one to two business days to help you schedule an appointment.

To speak to someone directly, please call 1-773-702-6169. If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

For Referring Physicians

To refer or transfer a patient, call 877-UC-KID-MD (877-825-4363).

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