Center for Children's Surgery

Our surgical expertise

At our Center for Children's Surgery, we treat the big things, the little things and everything in between. Our surgeons are world-renowned pioneers in the treatment of children and adolescents for any level of injury or illness. Our surgical team provides services in a range of locations that were built and designed to be the most healing environment for kids.

We combine advanced technology, innovative research, the latest minimally invasive techniques and expert care to be consistently ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the country. With the most advanced procedures for the youngest of patients, our surgery locations are destinations for surgery that is less invasive, with shorter recovery times and better outcomes. We deliver some of the best outcomes in the nation and the world, which we share with parents to help them make informed decisions about their child's care.

Surgeries we perform

At our children's surgery centers, we perform a wide variety of surgical procedures. Some of the procedures we offer include:

• Abdominal and thoracic surgery
• Bariatric surgery
• Cleft, craniofacial and plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Colorectal surgery, such as the posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP)
• Dental surgery
• Ear, nose and throat surgery
• Fetal surgery
• Heart surgery
• Burn treatment and trauma surgery
  
• Minimally invasive surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Orthopedic surgery
• Ophthalmology surgery
• Pediatric and adolescent gynecology
• Pediatric surgery
• Surgical oncology
• Transplant surgery
• Urology surgery

Why choose Children's Colorado for your child's surgery?

In addition to providing expert medical treatment, our experienced staff will treat your family with care, compassion and respect. Whether you are visiting one of our Children's Colorado locations for your child's first surgery or for one of many, we will work with you to provide all the information and resources you need during your visit.

Kid-friendly anesthesiology

Our anesthesiologists are board-certified in pediatric anesthesiology, and we perform significantly more procedures on kids than any other hospital in the region. We know that anesthesia is often a parent's biggest concern when their child needs surgery, so we have a 24/7 anesthesia call line to answer your questions any time. The 24/7 call line is 720-777-5337.

Support for kids and families during the surgery process

We have the largest child life specialist team in the Rocky Mountain region, and a special team dedicated to surgery. They use therapeutic toys and medical play to help patients and families navigate what's happening and what to expect. When a child or adolescent is scheduled for surgery, a child life specialist can help teach and prepare them and their family.

Surgery locations across Colorado

We provide world-renowned care to the youngest of patients for any illness or emergency closer to home. Whether it's ear tubes, a hernia repair or a more complex procedure, no parent ever wants to hear their child needs surgery. And when they do, they want answers fast. So, we are committed to getting your child scheduled at one of our locations as soon as possible – with one of the leading pediatric surgery teams in the country. All our facilities are designed for the best surgery experience for your child.

Depending on your location, you may want to consider making your surgery appointment at our Anschutz Medical Campus, South Campus, North Campus or Colorado Springs locations, all of which provide the most convenient and comfortable surgery for kids. Our top surgeons travel to South Campus, North Campus and Colorado Springs to perform a wide range of outpatient surgical procedures. With ample parking, private recovery rooms and equipment sized especially for kids, all of our surgical centers were designed to ease the stress of surgery for both child and parents.

Innovative research

We are continuously engaged in rigorous research initiatives designed to explore diagnostic and treatment approaches that will deliver the best possible outcomes for kids. Our research efforts and discoveries enable us to provide the most innovative and advanced care for your child.