Department of Pediatric Cardiology

Carilion Children’s pediatric cardiology specialists diagnose and treat heart conditions in newborns, children and teens—from congenital defects to acquired diseases.

About

Department specs

Services

  • Electrocardiograms
  • Pediatric echocardiograms
  • Fetal echocardiograms
  • Holter monitoring
  • Event recordings
  • Pacemaker evaluations
  • Stress testing

Conditions Treated

  • Congenital heart defects
  • Heart murmurs
  • Chest pain
  • Cyanosis or blueness
  • High blood pressure
  • Kawasaki disease
  • Rheumatic fever
  • Down syndrome
  • Marfan syndrome
  • DiGeorge syndrome
  • Heart rhythm disturbances
  • Palpitations or abnormal heartbeat
  • Syncope
  • Elevated cholesterol

Education

Overview

As a program, we are deeply committed to the professional and personal growth of our residents. Our comprehensive curriculum aims to prepare excellent pediatricians who are competitive fellowship candidates and equally confident in entering practice following graduation. We strive to address the growing challenges facing pediatric physicians, and as such, have emphasized patient advocacy, quality improvement and mental health as key aspects of our training. Carilion Children’s partnership with the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine allows residents to collaborate with other professionals on world-class research opportunities. To learn more, visit our Pediatrics Residency page.