Pediatrics at the Clinical Center
Because more children are taking part in clinical research studies at the
Clinical Center, we offer complete services for pediatric patients.
Pediatric Inpatient Service
1 SW
1 SW is a behavioral health research unit of the National Institute of Mental
Health (NIMH). The unit's focus is the care of children and adolescents with
childhood onset schizophrenia (COS) and mood disorders.
1 SW is an 8-bed unit with a State-accredited school. Children on the unit can
enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities, including activities in the gym
and playroom, "caring canine visits," art therapy, music therapy, and
storytelling. The Nutrition Department serves special diets and meals. Like a
family, staff and children eat together at the unit's dining room table.
1 Northwest
1 Northwest is a family-centered pediatric unit serving many institutes of the
National Institutes of Health. Staff members strive to make your child's stay
as home-like as possible. They also encourage your involvement as parent or
guardian in your child's care. We prefer that one parent or family member over
the age of 18 stays overnight with patients under the age of 18.
Pediatric Day Hospital
The Pediatric Day Hospital is located on 1 Northwest. It provides skilled care
for children who need special care but do not need to be admitted as inpatients.
Services include:
- medication administration
- patient and family teaching
- blood and urine testing
A nearby playroom is a comfortable place for children and their families.
This information is prepared specifically for patients taking part in
clinical research at the NIH Clinical Center at the National Institutes
of Health. It may not apply to individuals who are patients elsewhere. If you
have questions about the information presented here, talk to a member of your
health care team.
