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We are seeing an increase in viral activity leading to a surge of patients at our Philadelphia and King of Prussia Emergency Rooms and across the CHOP Care Network. To help emergency rooms stay ready for the families who need them most, we encourage families to use our symptom checker and check this guide to help assess the type of care your child needs, including options like video visits and urgent care.

High Volumes and Wait Times

We are seeing an increase in viral activity leading to a surge of patients at our Philadelphia and King of Prussia Emergency Rooms and across the CHOP Care Network. To help emergency rooms stay ready for the families who need them most, we encourage families to use our symptom checker and check this guide to help assess the type of care your child needs, including options like video visits and urgent care.

Emergency Care for Kids

Emergency Care for Kids

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Call 911 immediately if your child is experiencing a life-threatening emergency.

Our emergency departments

Find expert pediatric emergency care at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Emergency Department locations in Philadelphia and King of Prussia, PA.
CHOP Philadelphia Campus - Emergency Department Exterior

Emergency Department, Main Building

3401 Civic Center Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19104
United States

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Emergency department entrance at Middleman Family Pavilion in King of Prussia.

Emergency Department, King of Prussia

550 S. Goddard Boulevard
South Entrance
King of Prussia, PA 19406
United States

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Emergency Department or Urgent Care?

Our pediatric Urgent Care Centers provide fast, convenient, after-hours care for children with non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries. Get guidance from our experts so you know whether to take your child to the Emergency Department or urgent care. 

Know what to do when your child is unwell

When your child is unwell and you’re not sure how serious their symptoms are, if they need medical attention, or if there are steps you can take to relieve their discomfort at home, our symptom checker can be a great starting point.