Department of Pediatrics

Centers

Center for Miracles - an assessment center for suspected child abuse or neglect providing information and assistance to Child Protective Services on a referral-only basis

CHART Center - dedicated to the advancement of children's health research by providing support in the form of personnel, space, and other resources necessary to conduct clinical and translational research, including investigator-initiated projects and industry sponsored clinical trials

Center of Hope for Child Development - specialists in developmental-behavioral pediatrics work with families to identify a child's needs and assist in obtaining necessary help for the child

Chromosome 18 Clinical Research Center - provide families affected by chromosome 18 abnormalities with comprehensive medical and educational information with a focus on treatment options

Medical-Legal Assistance for Families - Provides free legal assistance and case management to children and families at the same location that they receive medical care, the Goldsbury Center for Children and Families at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Children's Hospital. Department of Pediatrics faculty and residents identify and refer children and their families for help involving housing, education and/or public benefits.

National Newborn Screening and Genetics Resource Center - a cooperative agreement between the department, Genetic Services Branch and the Maternal and Child Health Bureau that provides information and resources to benefit health professionals, the public health community, consumers and government officials