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James A. “Buddy” Davidson General Pediatric Floor

Growing up is hard. Being a parent is harder. But when your family is facing the challenge of a sick or injured child, the General Pediatrics Floor at El Paso Children's Hospital is a beacon of help and hope in West Texas.

James A. “Buddy” Davidson General Pediatric Floor

What is the General Pediatrics Department at El Paso Children's Hospital?

General Pediatrics is the foundation of children’s healthcare, supporting the physical, emotional, and developmental well-being of children from birth through young adulthood. This broad specialty includes the diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses and injuries, preventive care like vaccinations and routine checkups, and ongoing monitoring of growth and development.

At El Paso Children’s Hospital, our General Pediatrics team provides comprehensive primary care for infants, children, and teens up to age 18. Care is delivered by experienced pediatric hospitalists — physicians who specialize in the care of hospitalized children. Our hospitalists are available 24/7, ensuring that patients receive consistent, attentive care during their stay. Board-certified in pediatrics, this incredible team has trained in children’s hospitals all over the world. In addition, the team also work closely with nurses, pharmacist, nutritionist and your child’s primary pediatrician to ensure seamless, coordinated care from admission through discharge.

The James A. “Buddy” Davidson General Pediatric Floor

Our inpatient General Pediatrics unit offers a family-centered healing environment designed specifically for children and adolescents. This fully equipped floor includes:

  • 26 private, spacious rooms
  • A fun, child-friendly playroom
  • A dedicated library for patients and caregivers
  • Comfortable lactation rooms for breastfeeding families
  • A team of certified pediatric nurses and skilled clinical staff

Whether your child is recovering from a common illness or receiving care for a more complex condition, our team is here to provide high-quality, compassionate support every step of the way.

Common Conditions

The General Pediatrics Team at El Paso Children's Hospital helps children and families in all kinds of ways! Common issues and conditions General Pediatricians see patients for at El Paso Children's Hospital include:

Common Illnesses

There are a wide variety of common illnesses that can be treated and managed by General Pediatrics, including appendicitis, tonsillitis, pneumonia, infections, fevers, flu, gastrointestinal issues and many more. Our General Pediatricians are highly experienced at not only diagnosing and treating these issues, but also understanding which cases should be seen by a specialist.

Chronic Conditions

Children and teenagers can have long-term (chronic) illnesses too. If there's a flare up or major change related to a child's chronic illness, General Pediatrics can provide monitoring and observation, referring the child to more specialized care if necessary.

Traumatic Injuries

Busted lips to scabby elbows, getting hurt is often part of childhood. While stabilization of most major or potentially life-threatening injuries is handled through the Emergency Department at El Paso Children's Hospital. Issues that bring children to General Pediatrics at El Paso Children's Hospital include cuts, vehicle accident trauma, concussions, burns, broken bones and more.

Do you need general pediatrics in El Paso?

We’re committed to delivering a comprehensive range of treatments and services for children and adolescents, with a system-wide dedication to compassionate, empathetic, family-first care. We know you and your child have choices for pediatric care in El Paso. That’s why our goal is to deliver with excellence and integrity for every family who seeks our help.

El Paso Children’s Hospital / Emergency Department
4845 Alameda Avenue
El Paso, Texas 79905
Phone 915-253-5443

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