Protect the safety and well-being of child victims of abuse and neglect by becoming a leader in Child Abuse Pediatrics at Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters.
What sets us apart?
Advocate and provide care for children suspected of being abused and neglected in Virginia's only comprehensive Child Abuse Program. Our fellows pursue careers as educators, clinicians and researchers, gaining experience by collaborating with our active research team and working with state and local organizations to develop prevention strategies and train fellow advocacy professionals in the community.
Become an expert witness, engage with a multidisciplinary team, provide medical services and become a well-rounded expert with the training offered at one of Virginia's leaders in child abuse services.
Where you'll train
Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters
Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters is the only freestanding children's hospital in Virginia. With 206 beds, it is the regional pediatric referral center for coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. The hospital, a pediatric Level I trauma center, is home to the area's largest and most advanced neonatal and pediatric intensive care units, as well as the state's only acute inpatient rehabilitation unit. Trainees spend the length of their fellowship working with CHKD's Child Abuse Program, which offers comprehensive medical and mental health services to nearly 1,100 children per year.
Office of the Chief Medical Examiner of Virginia
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner provides all forensic pathology services to Hampton Roads and works closely with CHKD's Child Abuse Program. Fellows rotate with the office in their first year and continue their longitudinal experience throughout the fellowship. Fellows participate in autopsies of child abuse cases, both on cases they have followed within the hospital and on cases where their first contact with the case is at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
See yourself in Hampton Roads
The Hampton Roads region is a vibrant community with 1.7 million residents scattered across nine cities and five counties in southeastern coastal Virginia.
Miles of waterfront, historical and cultural attractions, parks and outdoor recreation areas, lively nightlife, seasonal festivals and family-friendly entertainment make it clear that there's something for everyone here in Hampton Roads.
We know life happens, and we want you to be covered when it does. That's why we offer competitive benefits packages for our residents and fellows.
A supportive environment
Work-life balance is important during your fellowship, and we are committed to supporting our fellows throughout their time at EVMS. Through , our residents and fellows receive the same wellness resources as our faculty and staff.
In addition, our for residents and fellows gives you access to support groups, after-hours counseling services, running clubs, leadership coaching and more.
