Ranked as one of the top hospitals in the United States, St. Louis Children’s Hospital and the WashU Medicine physicians who provide care there offer comprehensive services in every pediatric medical and surgical specialty to patients from around the world. We bring together an unmatched collection of talent, expertise, and innovation to help us achieve one goal: the best possible outcome for every child, every time.
- Patients from all 50 U.S. states and 100+ countries
- World's leading pediatric treatment and clinical research centers for diabetes and cancer
- Among the largest programs in pediatric neurology, sickle cell disease, and cleft palate
- A global leader in selective dorsal rhizotomy, helping children with cerebral palsy improve movement and independence
Get the care you need
We never stop searching for better solutions. Our world-renowned team brings exceptional care and advanced treatments to patients who have exhausted options elsewhere. We’d love to care for your child.
Complete our form using the link below, and our international patient care team will be in touch to discuss care options.
Best doctors, top hospital
St. Louis Children’s Hospital with WashU Medicine is ranked by U.S. News & World Report in all 11 pediatric specialties: gastroenterology and GI surgery; neurology and neurosurgery; neonatology; cancer; pulmonology and lung surgery; urology; orthopedics; nephrology; diabetes and endocrinology; cardiology and heart surgery; and behavioral health.
Explore our facilities
Take virtual tours of several locations within St. Louis Children's Hospital
Becoming a patient at St. Louis Children’s Hospital
- Complete our brief online form.
- Our international patient care team will contact you for more information, including a patient referral letter from your child’s current physician, as well as completed medical records, imaging, and test results. This information must be submitted in English.
- Once we have received your child’s records, our medical team will review them and contact you about next steps, which may include a cost estimate and future appointments.
- Please note that our physicians cannot provide second opinions or make medical recommendations based on medical record reviews without examining your child in person.
Additional resources
International travel can bring additional challenges to your child’s hospital stay. We recommend the following pages to help you prepare.
- Lodging
- Language Assistance and Interpreter Services
- Preparing for Your Visit
- While You’re in the Hospital
- Support Services
Contact the International Patient Care Office with questions about your child’s stay.
- Phone: +1-314-273-3780
- Fax: +1-314-362-1199
- Email: [email protected]
