Why Choose Us

Your child and family deserve a trusted partner in care — one that makes you feel heard and supported. BayCare Kids provides a comprehensive range of services for children from before birth through early adulthood. No matter your child’s needs or challenges, our trained, compassionate teams shape care around what matters most to your family.

BayCare St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, our flagship hospital in Tampa, Florida, offers comprehensive services exclusively for kids. We also deliver pediatric care throughout West Central Florida at multiple hospitals and outpatient specialty centers. Plus, our network of pediatricians and pediatric specialists in Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk and Sarasota counties are here for you whenever you need us.

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Our Children's Hospital

BayCare St. Joseph's Children's Hospital treats more children than any other hospital in Tampa Bay, and leads in quality and safety. We are a renowned leader in pediatric heart and cancer care. Children with congenital heart conditions have access to the latest surgical and nonsurgical treatments and comprehensive care from conception to adulthood. You’ll also find pediatric physician specialists across all medical and surgical disciplines. With our vast experience, you can be confident that your child will receive personalized, world-class heath care close to home.
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Our Approach to Care

Our entire BayCare Kids team is dedicated to your child's health and providing compassionate care with a human touch. Everyone, from doctors and nurses to therapists and technicians, understands the unique needs of children and families. We provide comprehensive evaluations, diagnostic testing and treatments tailored to children of all ages. For routine pediatrician visits, help for an illness or support for a chronic condition, we surround your child with the care and support you can count on.
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Our Comprehensive Care Center

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BayCare Kids Comprehensive Aerodigestive Center

Issues involving the upper airway, lungs or upper digestive tract can be complex, causing problems with breathing, feeding, swallowing and digestion. Our aerodigestive care team includes highly trained specialists in pediatric otolaryngology (ENT), gastroenterology, speech pathology and pulmonology. They work together to create a personalized treatment plan focused on reducing the number of procedures your child needs. Plus, our clinical navigator coordinates your child's care throughout their health journey.

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