Heart and Lung Center | Children's National Hospital

Heart and Lung Center | Children's National Hospital
Heart and Lung Center
Call 202-476-2020
The Children’s National Heart and Lung Center provides specialized expertise across the full spectrum of congenital and acquired heart disease in children – from the most common to the most complex. In addition to general cardiac care, our renowned, multidisciplinary team offers state-of-the-art cardiac imaging and diagnostics, interventional cardiology and electrophysiology, heart surgery and cardiac intensive care.
Our Providers
Our pediatric specialists provide personalized care for your child’s physical, mental and emotional health needs.
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Contact Information
For appointments, please call 1-888-884-BEAR (2327) and for information, call 202-476-2020.
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Our Programs
Advanced Cardiac Therapies and Heart Transplant Program
Advanced Lung Disease Program
Cardiac Anesthesiology
Cardiac Catheterization
Cardiac Imaging
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU)
Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Outcome Program
Cardiac Rehabilitation and Fitness Program
Cardio-Oncology Program
Cardiogenetics Program
Cardiology
Cardiology Post-Natal Follow-Up
Electrophysiology (Heart Rhythm Team)
Pediatric Cardiac (Heart) Surgery
Prenatal Cardiology Program
Preventive Cardiology Program
Pulmonary Medicine
Single Ventricle Program
Washington Adult Congenital Heart Program (WACH)
Choosing Children's National Hospital for Heart Care
Surgical expertise.
Our renowned pediatric cardiac surgeons conduct more than 600 cardiac procedures each year, and care for a range of cardiac anomalies from the very rare to the most common issues. We are also one of few programs in the United States that offers a team of anesthesiologists subspecialty trained and certified in pediatric cardiac anesthesia.
Lifelong care
. Children's National is home to 1 of only 40 Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA)-accredited programs in 25 states. Not only do we provide quality care for children with common and complex heart conditions, we provide specialized care for adult patients with congenital heart defects.
Prioritizing your child's development.
The approach to cardiac care at Children’s National extends beyond traditional cardiac care to include a specialized focus on the developing brain and long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes with our Neuro-Cardiac Critical Care Program. Clinical care begins with a prenatal diagnosis in the Prenatal Cardiology Program and then continues through any needed surgical procedures.
Pioneering research.
Through the Heart Research Institute at Children’s National, our experts in cardiology, cardiac surgery and biomedical science work together to accelerate discovery and advance care for children with heart disease. We’re not only using today’s most advanced techniques — we’re developing tomorrow’s. From innovations like tiny pacemakers for infants to new treatments and technologies, our research translates directly into safer, more effective care from before birth through every stage of life. Learn more about the
Heart Research Institute
.
Family-centered care.
We work closely with you and your child throughout every step of the care process, in order to support the physical and emotional needs of your family during your child’s treatment journey. Our team, including child life specialists, social workers, chaplains and behavioral health experts, offers the emotional support and resources parents and families need during this time.
Thousands of families around the world seek care at Children’s National Heart and Lung Center from our team of internationally-respected pediatric cardiologists and cardiac surgeons. When you come to Children’s National, you are getting a team that includes pediatric experts from more than 40 subspecialties, ensuring your child has the best possible care.
The Heart and Lung Center is led by the following world-renowned doctors:
Wayne Franklin, MD, FACC
, senior vice president of the Heart and Lung Center. Dr. Franklin oversees the full spectrum of heart care services, including cardiac imaging and diagnostics, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, cardiac anesthesia, cardiac surgery and cardiac intensive care.
Yves d'Udekem, MD, PhD
, chief of the Division of Cardiac Surgery and co-director of the Heart and Lung Center. Dr. d'Udekem is a world-renowned, pediatric cardiac surgeon. He is recognized for expertise in the most challenging procedures for newborns and children with complex congenital heart disease, including the repair of single ventricle anomalies. He has additional expertise in valve repair, artificial hearts and other cardiac assist devices.
Expertise
Our specialists are international leaders who have pioneered new tools and techniques used all over the world, like pulse oximetry, a test that saves newborns' lives.
We care for the brain in addition to the heart, so children not only survive, but also thrive. The
Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Outcomes Program
ensures the best possible neurological outcomes.
Performing more than 3,000 fetal echocardiograms annually, our
Prenatal Cardiology Program
is the largest program in the region.
We have the region’s first and only pediatric
Cardiac ICU
.
Encompassing Care
We treat the whole child, paying attention to both physical and emotional needs.
Parents are included as a key part of the care team and encouraged to participate in daily rounds with the medical team.
Dedicated social workers, child life specialists and case managers help ensure that families have the support they need.
For Referring Providers
Our team is here to support care by coordinating cardiology referrals and surgical consultations, ensuring timely access to expert services.
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Historic Partial Heart Transplant Replaces Pre-Teen’s Artificial Valve with a Living One
Preston is the first child to have his artificial heart valve replaced with a living valve from a donated heart, thanks to a groundbreaking partial heart transplant performed by our cardiac team.
Read the full story
Learn more about partial heart transplants
Children's National Heart and Lung Center Outcomes Data
We are dedicated to providing the best possible care to children and adults with congenital and acquired heart disease. Our large, experienced team provides high quality, personalized care to a large volume of patients each year.
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Mending a Broken Heart
Early detection of a heart problem and advanced care that started in the womb made all the difference to save Abby's life.
Specialized Expertise
Children's National Heart and Lung Center is made up of many internationally-recognized leaders who provide specialized care and support for all facets of heart disease.
Heart Research Institute: Transforming Children’s Heart Care
The Heart Research Institute at Children’s National Hospital brings together top pediatric heart experts to advance breakthrough treatments and technologies for children with heart disease. By uniting cutting‑edge research with specialized clinical care, we’re improving outcomes and long‑term quality of life for kids with all types of heart conditions. Families who choose Children’s National benefit from innovations shaping the future of pediatric heart care.
Learn more about the Heart Research Institute
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Main Hospital
111 Michigan Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20010
1-888-884-2327
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Annapolis
1730 West St.
1st Floor, Suite 100
Annapolis, Maryland 21401
410-266-6582
410-266-0943
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Calvert
LOCATION CLOSED
202-476-2090
Specialty Care
Cardiology Reston
1800 Town Center Drive
Suite 216
Reston, Virginia 20190
202-476-2090
202-476-5700
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Cardiology Richmond
7603 Forest Avenue
Suite 401
Richmond, Virginia 23229
804-285-1611
804-285-1615
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Frederick
5285 Westview Dr.
Suite #103
Frederick, Maryland 21703
301-682-6661
301-682-6668
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Fredericksburg
1300 Hospital Dr
Suite 201
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401
540-681-2353
540-681-2381
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Hagerstown
1165 Imperial Drive
Suite 103
Hagerstown, Maryland 21740
301-847-2910
301-847-2908
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MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-476-2020
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Montgomery County
9850 Key West Avenue
Rockville, Maryland 20850
301-765-5400
301-294-0897
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Northern Virginia
3023 Hamaker Court
Suite 300
Fairfax, Virginia 22031
703-280-3850
571-405-5700
Specialty Care
Prince Georges County
2900 North Campus Way
Lanham, Maryland 20706
301-276-9100
301-276-9150
Specialty Care
Richmond Hioaks Road
681 Hioaks Road
Suite D
Richmond, Virginia 23225
Specialty Care
St Marys Cardiology Clinic
29955 Three Notch Road
Suite 201
Charlotte Hall, Maryland 20622
202-476-2090
Specialty Care
Virginia Hospital Center
1635 N. George Mason Drive
Suite 175
Arlington, Virginia 22205
202-476-2090
571-405-5960
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Patient Stories
Shivani's Story
Pain and a persistent fever were early signs of Kawasaki disease.
Keeping Tucker Safe
Tucker is a college athlete and no stranger to working through pain. But last year, it felt serious. Experts at Children’s National Hospital discovered a congenital heart condition. It might have saved his life.
Heartfelt Care for Felix
Felix, born with a heart defect, is a healthy toddler who loves to eat and play with his older brother. Open heart surgery at 3 months helped save his life.
Freedom for Holden
Holden’s heart needed help when he was born. Cardiac care at Children’s National, including two surgeries, gave him freedom to have a happy and healthy childhood.
Lifesaving Surgery
Bishop came to Children's National Hospital in her mid-20s after receiving a rare congenital heart defect diagnosis. Our cardiac team considered her case one in a million, since these kinds of defects usually present in infancy. Surgery helped Bishop get back to her normal life.
Nadia's Story
Restrictive cardiomyopathy is a rare heart condition in which the heart muscles are too stiff and can't relax to fill and pump the correct amount of blood to other parts of the body. For Nadia, this not only meant that her intestine function was compromised, causing nausea and vomiting, but her lungs also had to work in overdrive.
Family Resources
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Provider Resources
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