Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Innovations in Pediatric Emergency Care
Stanford Pediatric Emergency Medicine is committed to research, innovation, and pediatric-centered care that creates an atmosphere of comfort for young patients and their families.
Our 25-bed, state-of-the-art pediatric ED is separate from our adult ED and our physicians are also Stanford School of Medicine faculty, representing some of the most innovative minds, trained in leading-edge best practices.
A Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, we offer comprehensive 24-hour emergency care that includes direct access to world-ranked pediatric specialists.
Santa Clara County has recognized Stanford’s Marc Andreessen and Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen Pediatric Emergency Department as a comprehensive care center for its ability to handle a broad spectrum of medical emergencies in young patients.
Meet Deborah Hsu, MD, MEd, Inaugural Division Chief of Pediatric Emergency Medicine & Vice Chair of Pediatric Emergency Medicine.
Our pediatric emergency department melds expert care with pediatric-centered space
Stanford's Marc and Laura Andreessen Pediatric Emergency Department opened in 2022, and provides a bright, light-filled space abounding with images of nature and interactive installations designed to calm both patients and parents. The pediatric-focused space is fully staffed with board-certified pediatric emergency physicians and pediatric emergency-trained nurses and technicians. They provide the highest level of care for ailments ranging from ear infections to complications of chronic or congenital diseases, sports or school mishaps, to major trauma. Child life specialists, who distract and educate children during exams and procedures, have received graduate-level training. Read more.
In 2024 Stanford's Andreessen Pediatric ED further expanded to become a 25-bed facility, reflecting the increasing community need for specialized pediatric services. Read more
Take a video tour of the Stanford Marc and Laura Andreessen Pediatric Emergency Department and hear from Drs. Cherrelle Smith, Mia Karamatsu, Guillermo De Angulo and others about what makes this space so special for patients and clinicians alike.
ACGME Pediatric EM Fellowship
We are proud to train the next generation of pediatric emergency physicians!
Our ACGME-approved fellows are focused on leading-edge research in pediatric emergency care. Learn more
For Physicians & Clinicians
To refer a patient, please call the main pediatric emergency department line, 650-723-4422.
For Families
To reach a nurse regarding a patient, call 650-723-4411 (9am to 9pm)
Collaboration with Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
The Marc and Laura Andreessen Pediatric Emergency Department of Stanford Hospital continues to serve as the emergency treatment facility for Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. In an emergency, bring your child first to the Stanford Hospital Pediatric Emergency Department (900 Quarry Road Extension). If they need to stay overnight, Stanford will coordinate a seamless transfer of care to Packard Children's (or another appropriate facility).
Latest News
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Stanford’s Pediatric ED Expansion: A Strategic Response to Escalating Needs
Stanford’s Pediatric Emergency Department (ED) has recently completed the final phase of development, growing capacity from 18 to 25 beds. The increase not only positions the department as a regional leader in pediatric emergency care but also reflects a strategic response to the increasing demand for specialized pediatric services.
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Caring for Children Before They Arrive at the Hospital
Manish Shah, MD is currently involved in two clinical trials for children in the prehospital setting: a five-year study, Pediatric Dose Optimization for Seizures in Emergency Medical Services, and the Pediatric Prehospital Airway Resuscitation Trial.
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Unveiling Child Trafficking Patterns
Preeti Panda, MD, a pediatric emergency medicine fellow at Stanford, conducts research to shed light on the socio-economic characteristics of trafficking victims, paving the way for informed policy initiatives in emergency departments.
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The Evolution of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
A conversation with Deborah Hsu, MD, MEd, who came to Stanford as inaugural chief of the division of pediatric emergency medicine at Stanford University’s Department of Emergency Medicine in 2023.
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Deborah Hsu, MD, MEd, Joins Stanford as Inaugural Chief of the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
The Department of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine proudly welcomes Deborah Hsu, MD, MEd, as the inaugural Chief of the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Vice Chair of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, and Professor of Emergency Medicine.