Pediatric Surgery

The Division of Pediatric General and Thoracic Surgery at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh provides comprehensive care to infants, children, adolescents and young adults with surgical problems. We are leaders in minimally invasive surgery techniques, which mean less pain and quicker recoveries for our young patients.

Service is provided 24-hours a day and includes diagnosis, consultation, management and follow-up care administered by a highly-experienced team of pediatric surgeons, nurses and other specialists such as pediatric anesthesiologists.

Our pediatric surgical services include:

• Chest Wall Deformity
• Childhood Cancer
• Colorectal Center for Children
• Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
• Benedum Pediatric Trauma Program
• Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment
• Head and Neck Disorders
• Intestinal Failure (Short Gut syndrome)
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Inguinal and Scrotal Disorders
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Newborn Congenital Anomalies
• Nutritional Support Services
• Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology
• Same-Day Surgery Center
• Telemedicine Program
• Thoracic Surgery
• Vascular Access

Make an appointment with a pediatric surgeon at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.

Research and Clinical Studies

As a nationally recognized research center, UPMC Children’s Hospital’s Division of Pediatric General and Thoracic Surgery participates in the latest clinical studies, which involve human volunteers and are intended to add to our medical understanding.

Referral Requirements

We encourage referrals from primary care physicians or other UPMC Children’s specialty services. However, we accept self-referrals.

If you are enrolled in a managed-care insurance plan, you may need authorization from your insurance provider and a primary care physician. We must receive all necessary referral and authorization forms before the child's visit.*

For accurate provider numbers or more information, please call the office directly at 412-692-7280.

*In some situations, you may be asked to review patient information with a nurse or other medical professional before making any new appointment.