UCHealth Pediatric Care - Poudre Valley Hospital

Expert pediatric hospital care for children and families

At UCHealth Pediatric Care – Poudre Valley Hospital, our pediatric physicians, nurses and specialized care teams work together to provide expert treatment for a wide range of medical conditions, from common childhood illnesses to more complex health needs for patients age newborn – 17 years. We take the time to listen to patients and families, answer questions and develop individualized care plans that support each child’s recovery and well-being.

Because every child is unique, we tailor our care to meet the specific needs of each patient while creating a welcoming, supportive environment for families. Our goal is to help children heal, provide comfort during challenging times and ensure families feel informed, supported and involved in their child’s care.

Services we provide

UCHealth Pediatric Care – Poudre Valley Hospital offers the following services for your child’s healthcare needs:

Comprehensive and preventative care for infants, children and adolescents, including school and sports physicals and wellness exams.
Immunizations.
Screenings.

For your convenience

Online scheduling.
Advance check-in for appointments.
Electronic medical records (linked with the main hospital).

Conditions we treat

Some of the common conditions the providers at UCHealth Pediatric Care – Poudre Valley Hospital treat include:

Respiratory illnesses, including asthma, bronchiolitis, pneumonia and RSV.
Serious infections requiring hospitalization and IV antibiotics.
Dehydration and gastrointestinal illnesses.
Complications from chronic health conditions.
Injuries requiring inpatient observation or treatment.
Newborns and infants requiring specialized pediatric care.
Post-surgical recovery and monitoring.
Other acute medical conditions that require hospital-based care.

Pediatric inpatient services

Pediatric Hospitalists.
Pediatric nursing care from specially trained clinicians.
Coordination with pediatric specialists throughout the UCHealth System and Children’s Hospital Colorado.
Laboratory, imaging and diagnostic services.
Medication management and pharmacy support.
Respiratory therapy services.
Physical, occupational and speech therapy, when needed.
Discharge planning and care coordination to support a safe transition home.

Support for children and families

Family education and caregiver support.
Social work and care management services.
Nutrition counseling and dietary services.
Spiritual care and emotional support resources.
Interpreter and language services.

Your appointment

What to bring

Your photo ID (driver’s license, passport, state or military ID are acceptable)
Your insurance card. If covered by a spouse’s policy, know your spouse’s date of birth and Social Security number
List of current medications taken by your child

My Health Connection – your online patient portal

We encourage all of our patients to sign up for My Health Connection and download the UCHealth mobile app. This is your personal patient portal to request prescription refills, to view your medical records or test results.

Child access. My Health Connection’s child access can be used by parents or legal guardians of dependent children. Access by parents or guardians is not restricted for patients under the age of 14. Patients aged 14 to 18 may have the legal right to consent to certain types of medical treatment themselves. They do not need consent by their parent or guardian. UCHealth respects the rights of these young patients to keep their medical care private.

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The Importance of Vaccines for Your Child’s Health

As your child’s health care providers, we want to take a moment to emphasize the crucial role childhood vaccines play in keeping your child healthy and safe, as well as protecting our entire community. Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to prevent serious illnesses, hospitalizations, and even death from dangerous infectious diseases, such as meningitis, measles, mumps, whooping cough, and polio. By vaccinating your child, you are giving them the best defense against diseases that can have severe, longlasting consequences.

Childhood vaccines are safe and thoroughly tested. They are closely monitored to ensure their safety and efficacy. Most children experience only mild side effects from receiving vaccines, such as a sore arm or low-grade fever—side effects far less serious than the illnesses vaccines are designed to prevent. Unfortunately, misinformation about vaccines is widespread. Inaccurate claims and false information can make it harder to know where to turn for facts about your child’s health. It’s important to get your information from trusted sources—like your pediatrician—and to ask questions if you have concerns. Vaccines have been proven to be safe and effective for your child’s health. When in doubt, we are here to provide you with clear, evidence-based guidance to help you make the best decisions for your child.

By vaccinating, you not only protect your child, but you also help safeguard those in our community who are vulnerable and cannot be vaccinated, such as babies, the elderly, and those with certain medical conditions. This is called herd immunity, and it helps prevent outbreaks and keeps us all safer.

If you ever have questions or concerns about vaccines, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to support you in keeping your child as healthy as possible. Thank you for your trust in your child’s care.

UCHealth Pediatric Care – Poudre Valley Hospital

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