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Children’s Hospital in Suffolk County

Ranked #1 in New York State by Money Magazine.

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Stony Brook Children’s Hospital is Suffolk County’s first and only children’s hospital. We offer the most advanced pediatric specialty care in the region. That means that the smallest babies, the sickest children and the most complex pediatric traumas all get sent to Stony Brook Children’s.

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Ranked #1 Best Hospital for Pediatric Care in the State of New York by Money Magazine.
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More than 180 pediatric physicians available in over 40 pediatric specialties.
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Stony Brook is the only Level 1 pediatric trauma center in the county, available 24/7.
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Eric’s Story: A Life-Saving Start

When baby Eric was born with a rare birth defect called EA/TEF—where the esophagus doesn’t connect properly and forms an abnormal link to the windpipe—he needed urgent, specialized care. Thanks to the swift action of the pediatric surgery and NICU teams at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Eric’s life was saved. Today, he’s a thriving 2-year-old.

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Growing Pains or Juvenile Arthritis? What Parents Should Know

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Pediatric ED vs. General Emergency Department: What Parents Should Know

Pediatric ED vs. General Emergency Department: What Parents Should Know

When your child is sick or hurt, you want fast care from people who understand children. Kids are not just “small adults.” Their bodies are still developing, symptoms can look different than they do in adults and younger children may have trouble explaining what is wrong. Both general emergency departments and pediatric EDs can treat […]

Keeping Your Child Out of the ER: 8 Essential Safety Tips

Keeping Your Child Out of the ER: 8 Essential Safety Tips

Children’s visits to the emergency room are often stressful and concerning for parents. Many of these visits are due to common accidents and health issues that, in some cases, can be prevented.  While not every emergency can be avoided, understanding the most common causes of pediatric ER visits can help parents and caregivers take proactive […]

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