Pediatrics
Pediatrics is the medical care of infants, children and adolescents. Pediatricians are specially trained to treat diseases, behavioral problems and mental health issues as they relate to children. Pediatric care includes well check-ups, vaccinations and much more.
Pediatric hospital care in Summerville, South Carolina
Our doctors are dedicated to providing your child with compassionate, comprehensive care.
Summerville Medical Center features a dedicated pediatric unit. Here, we provide emergency, inpatient and intensive care services to newborns and children in the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
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Services our pediatric specialists provide
Finding the right treatment can be difficult, especially for children. At our hospital, we take great pride in providing your child with care that is as unique as they are.
Pediatric specialty care
Our brightly colored and welcoming pediatric department is staffed by board-certified and fellowship-trained doctors and nurses who have experience caring for children. As a team, we have expertise in a number of pediatric specialties, including:
- Diagnostic testing and imaging
- Gastroenterology
- Inpatient physical rehabilitation
- Orthopedics
- Surgery
Best of all, our team works with you and your child's pediatrician to create a personalized care plan, which helps us make sure your child receives the care and support they need to thrive.
Emergency care
Should you ever find your child in need of immediate care, our hospital has a pediatric ER that features leading-edge technology and direct access to the inpatient and critical care unit. Our doctors are equipped and ready to treat a range of conditions, such as broken bones, high fevers and allergic reactions.
Intensive care services
If hospitalization is necessary for your child's condition, we may admit them to the pediatric care unit or our six-bed pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). Our children's medical team is available around-the-clock, checking on your child throughout the day and night.
We also have our Level II Special Care Nursery on site, where we provide critical care to newborns immediately following birth.