Child Abuse Pediatrics
The Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics in the Department of Pediatrics is dedicated to education, research and advocacy related to the prevention, identification and treatment of child abuse and neglect. We are committed to training the next generation of child abuse pediatricians through our fellowship program.
Pediatric patient care is provided through the Divison of Child Abuse Pediatrics at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
Our mission is to foster collaboration in research, education, prevention and advocacy to inform comprehensive evidence-based medical evaluations for all children suspected to be victims of child maltreatment."
— Norell Rosado, MD
Division Head, Child Abuse Pediatrics
What We Do
Education
Our faculty members mentor medical students, residents and fellows in evaluation and intervention services for children who may have been maltreated. The division is committed to training the next generation of child abuse pediatricians through our fellowship program. The team also holds an annual Child Maltreatment Symposium, which brings in speakers from across the country to educate physicians and professionals from all disciplines who care for children.
Research
Our faculty members are involved in research related to understanding the effects of child abuse and maltreatment and improving behaviors, evaluations and outcomes. Faculty in the division have a growing presence in the field and present at many national conferences and organizations.
Patient Care
The Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics and Protective Services Team (PST) at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago identifies and treats children that are victims of abuse and neglect.
Advocacy
Our faculty and staff members actively coordinate efforts of experts within the hospital and from external public and voluntary agencies to better serve children and their families.
