CHKD’s pediatric pulmonology team continues to provide comprehensive care for children with a wide range of respiratory conditions, including asthma, chronic cough, cystic fibrosis, sleep disorders, and more. Our board-certified pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary team offer advanced diagnostics and evidence-based treatment, all within a child-focused, family-centered environment. 

We’re pleased to share that pulmonology wait times have decreased, enabling us to see more patients in a timely manner and improve access to specialty care for your referrals. This expanded access is especially helpful as we enter respiratory season, when timely evaluation and management of breathing issues is more critical than ever. 

Whether for initial evaluations, second opinions, or ongoing management, our team is ready to support your patients with the highest standard of care. 

Refer a Patient:  
Call (757) 668-7426 or see our referral guidelines here >

CHKD Health System will require all employees and members of the Professional Staff who work in CHKD facilities to be vaccinated against influenza by Wednesday, October 29.

On-site flu shot clinics will be held throughout the month of October at various locations. Click here for dates and times. If you opt to receive your flu vaccine from a pharmacy or doctor's office, you will need to submit vaccine documentation by October 29.

Members of the Professional Staff who are not employed by CHKD or Children’s Specialty Group (CSG) should email vaccine documentation to Professional.Staff@CHKD.org or send it by fax to (757) 668-9775.

Members of the Professional Staff who are employed by CSG should email vaccine documentation to Whitney.Ketchum@CHKD.org or send it by fax to (757) 668-7618.

Professional Staff members who are employed by CHKD should email vaccine documentation to OccupationalHealth@CHKD.org.

Questions? Please email Professional.Staff@CHKD.org or call (757) 668-7032.

To better reflect the comprehensive, whole-person care provided on 7D at the Main Hospital, we are updating the unit’s name from “Med/Psych” to Integrated Health. This new name more accurately captures the holistic approach of the services offered, while helping to reduce the stigma often associated with traditional mental health labels. It also supports broader hospital and community engagement, improves access for patients, and is expected to contribute to increased referrals and patient volumes. Thank you to everyone who continues to deliver exceptional care on 7D. 

We’re pleased to welcome Emily Datyner, MD, to CHKD’s Rheumatology team.

Dr. Datyner is board‑certified in pediatrics, with her medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, followed by residency and fellowship training at Vanderbilt University.

At CHKD, she will be providing evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of rheumatologic conditions in patients from birth through age 21. Please join us in extending her a warm welcome.

1st and 4th Monday of the Month | 8-9 a.m. | Brickhouse Auditorium

Pediatric grand rounds, sponsored by the EVMS Department of Pediatrics, part of Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at ODU, are offered biweekly to faculty, community faculty, residents, medical students, and other healthcare professionals. Come and learn from local and national clinical experts. All participants receive 1 AMA PRA Category 1 credit™ for attending. 

Introducing the School Nurse's Mental Health Toolkit

Developed collaboratively by the Virginia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, school nurses, and pediatricians, this comprehensive guide equips school nurses and others with practical, evidence-based strategies to support students’ emotional well-being. It covers essential topics like recognizing anxiety, panic attacks, depression, self-harm, anger management, suicide prevention, coping strategies, and school avoidance all in one accessible toolkit.

November 5, 12 - 1 p.m. | Virtual | Registration Required 

Presented by:
Michelle Henning, DO – Pediatrician at Coastal Pediatrics and Medical Director of CHKD’s Healthy You for Life Program

Join us for an engaging and informative presentation on the growing challenge of pediatric obesity, a complex issue impacting children and families nationwide. Dr. Michelle Henning will draw from her extensive experience in pediatric medicine, fitness, nutrition, and preventative care to offer practical strategies and clinical insights. This session is designed to equip healthcare providers with the tools they need to support healthier outcomes for their young patients.

Learning Objectives:

- Define overweight and obesity in children and adolescents
- Review current obesity trends in the pediatric population
- Explore weight bias and stigmatization
- Understand obesity as a chronic disease
- Examine AAP Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Analyze real-world case studies

CME Credit Offered:
This activity is designated for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ through joint providership with Macon and Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University and CHKD.

November 7, 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Brickhouse Auditorium 

We invite you to join us for Bioethics Day on Friday, November 7, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This year’s topic is "AI in Healthcare: Is AI a Risk to Healthcare? Can AI Transform Healthcare?" Our featured speaker is Mark Hoffman, PhD, Chief Research Information Officer at Children’s Mercy Kansas City and a member of the Ethical AI Advisory Council. More information and a registration link will be shared closer to the event. In the meantime, please help us ensure a strong turnout by sharing this flyer with your colleagues and posting it in your area.

Strong Like Mom Fitness 
Saturdays, Beginning October 11 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | CHKD Health Center at Landstown 

Cooper Saves Lives – CPR Education Class
Tuesday, October 14, 6:30-8 p.m. | CHKD Health Center at Landstown 

Fall Fest for Children with Special Needs and their Families 
Saturday, October 18, 1-3:30 p.m. (1-2 p.m. low sensory hour) | Chesapeake 
Saturday, October 25, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Yorktown 

Esports and Gaming: Minimizing Risks while Maximizing Experiences for Kids 
Thursday, November 6, 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual 

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With warm regards,
Dr. Marc Tsou and Jill Armstrong, RN
Marc.Tsou@CHKD.org  |  Jill.Armstrong@CHKD.org

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