Program Highlights

To cultivate exemplary pediatricians through diverse clinical experiences and individualized, whole-person training.

• Phoenix Children’s Hospital - Thomas Campus, our primary training site, is a 500+ bed freestanding children’s hospital with more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, including nationally recognized programs.
• With a large regional catchment area, residents encounter a broad range of pediatric pathology, from common conditions to complex and high-acuity disease.
• In addition to Phoenix Children's, residents train at Valleywise Health and St. Joseph’s Hospital, with all three sites located within a few miles of one another.
• Clinical exposure includes a Level I Trauma Center, Level IV NICU, ECMO, transplant, and burn care.
• To support individualized training and career development, residents can pursue Tracks, Trails and Resident Longitudinal Experiences (RLEs) based on their interests and goals.

• Resident education is prioritized through protected didactics, longitudinal curricula, and a dedicated Board P.A.S.S. Program.
• Our program offers robust opportunities for mentorship, scholarship, career development, and exposure to a growing number of pediatric fellowship programs.
• We have over 30 core faculty across a variety of specialties, who dedicate time to contribute to resident education, mentorship, and professional development.

• Our broad catchment area brings together a diverse patient population from across Arizona and the greater Southwest.
• Residents care for underserved and vulnerable communities through Federally Qualified Health Centers, Homeless Youth Outreach, and Refugee Clinic, with additional elective opportunities in global, border, rural, and Native American health.

Wellness

• Our X+Y schedule provides a more predictable structure with dedicated time for continuity clinic, education, and personal wellness.
• Resident benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid leave, vacation and holiday time, educational stipends, and free parking.
   

Life in Phoenix

• As one of the largest cities in the country, Phoenix offers something for everyone, including year-round outdoor activities, hiking, professional sports, arts, dining, and entertainment.
• Phoenix is also within a few hours’ drive of Sedona, Flagstaff, the Grand Canyon, and many other destinations throughout the Southwest.
   

Our Community

• We are proud of the welcoming, collaborative, and growing community at Phoenix Children’s and value residents who bring their own perspectives, interests, and passion for advocating for children and families.
   

Thank you for your interest in our program!