UVA Health: Ranked #1 Hospital in Virginia
UVA Children’s Ranked #1 in Virginia
U.S. News & World Report has named UVA Children’s the best children's hospital in the state. Five specialties also earned top national rankings. But awards aren’t the goal. Our mission is to make sure every family can access this kind of world-class pediatric care. Because healthy kids mean the world to us.
COVID-19 Testing
We're screening for COVID-19 throughout our clinics. And we're testing all patients staying at the hospital and anyone with coronavirus symptoms. Find out what this means for you.
COVID Vaccination
It’s easy to get the free COVID vaccine. Anyone 12 and over qualifies. You don’t have to be a current patient or even live in the area. Find out where and how to get your first dose.
Visitor Restrictions
For the health and safety of our patients and team members, we've restricted visitation. If you have a surgery or appointment, review our current visitation guidelines before you come.
Virtual Care Options
While we're open for in-person appointments, you can also get virtual care from the convenience of your home, or wherever you are in Virginia. You can schedule a virtual visit with your clinic or get immediate care from a UVA provider, Monday - Friday, 12 - 2 p.m.
Start a virtual urgent care visit
Making Connections
Refer a Patient
Referring providers can access information on and get support with:
- Making referrals
- Transfer requests
- Online access to patient records
Send an eCard
An easy way to perk up a patient or express sympathy, you can send an eCard at any time. To send a free card, just:
- Choose a card design
- Write a message
- Have the card emailed or delivered in person
Support COVID-19 Patient Care and Providers
We've created a coronavirus (COVID-19) fund to support the critical needs of our patients, frontline care providers, researchers and staff. Gifts will help us meet the most urgent needs, like caring for patients and providing coronavirus testing, ensuring the health and safety of our frontline team members, and participating in national coronavirus research.
Newsroom
Scientist Honored With $9 Million From Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Jochen Zimmer, PhD, professor of molecular physiology and biomedical physics at the School of Medicine, has been named an Investigator by the Howard…
Bone-Loss Discovery Points to Osteoporosis Treatment
A new discovery about osteoporosis suggests a potential treatment target for that brittle-bone disease and for bone loss from rheumatoid arthritis.
UVA Discovers Genes That Cause Obesity
The findings pave the way for treatments to combat obesity, a health problem that affects more than 40% of American adults.
Healthy Balance
What Causes Sepsis, and Can You Prevent It?
Sepsis may not be one of your top health concerns. But learning about this infection can help you prevent it or get help for a loved one.
Myths vs. Facts: Snakebites in Virginia & What to Do If You Get Bitten
If even just thinking about snakes makes your heart race, learning the facts can help you co-exist peacefully with these reptiles.
Post-Workout: Should You Drink Chocolate Milk For Recovery?
Chocolate milk is a favorite post-workout drink for athletes, especially runners. Here’s why they choose this sweet and refreshing way to refuel.
