Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Our team is made up of pediatric cardiac critical care physicians with specialized training and congenital heart disease expertise. We oversee the clinical care of critically ill children with cardiac conditions who are admitted for surgery, cardiac catheterization or illness.

Your Care Team

• Dedicated pediatric cardiac nurses
• Pediatric cardiothoracic surgeons
• Pediatric cardiac intensivists
• Pediatric cardiologists
• Pediatric cardiac nurse practitioners
• Respiratory therapists
• Pharmacists
• Child Life specialists
• Social workers

A member of Phoenix Children's pediatric cardiac intensive care team is available 24/7 to provide critical care services for children who have congenital heart disease or other cardiac/thoracic illnesses.

Most patients are admitted and discharged from our state-of-the-art department without ever needing a transfer to another location within the Hospital. All patients are cared for by the same medical and nursing team during their admission, allowing patients and loved ones an opportunity to form trusting relationships with their care team.

Additional Resources

• Want a Second Opinion? — Chat, call, or complete this form to request a second opinion appointment.
• Your Child's Hospital Stay — Learn more about our campus services and what you can do to prepare for your visit.