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We're focused on improving child health through exceptional patient care, groundbreaking research, continuing education, and outreach and prevention.

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Arkansas Children's provides right-sized care for your child. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Arkansas Children's in seven specialties for 2025-2026.

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Scientific discoveries lead us to new and better ways to care for children.

Learn How We Transform Discovery to Care
Scientific discoveries lead us to new and better ways to care for children.

Learn How We Transform Discovery to Care
Scientific discoveries lead us to new and better ways to care for children.

Learn How We Transform Discovery to Care
Scientific discoveries lead us to new and better ways to care for children.

Learn How We Transform Discovery to Care
Scientific discoveries lead us to new and better ways to care for children.

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Arkansas Children's Hospital
General Information 501-364-1100
Arkansas Children's Northwest
General Information 479-725-6800

Regional Care Center
The Regional Care Center helps families traveling from another state or country receive world-class pediatric care. Our dedicated Patient Navigators ensure your experience at Arkansas Children's is as comfortable and seamless as possible--before, during and after your stay.
Services Provided
Our international patient services provide the assistance your family needs to make your stay easier by providing:
- A single point of contact to help you plan your visit and assist with travel and accommodations as needed
- A navigator to help coordinate visits between your multidisciplinary care teams through your stay
- Resources connections like financial specialists, interpreters and child life coordinators
Becoming a Patient
Arkansas Children's is dedicated to improving the lives of children. We strive to offer the very best in specialty care and preventative, well-child care.
Featured Specialties
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Vascular Anomalies Center of Excellence
Our Vascular Anomalies Center of Excellence provides comprehensive care to children and adults with congenital vascular anomalies.
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Cleft Lip and Palate Program
The Cleft Lip and Palate Program at Arkansas Children's Hospital incorporates an interdisciplinary team, with each member specializing in pediatric care.
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Neurosciences
Our neurosciences team provides evaluations, treatments, surgery and other services for children with specific neurologic disorders.
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Pediatric Cardiology Care
Arkansas Children’s Heart Institute specialists provide expert diagnosis and treatment of acquired and congenital heart diseases.
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Cancer and Blood Disorders Program
Our Cancer and Blood Disorders program provides specialty care for children with blood and bleeding disorders, tumors and many types of cancer.
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Gastroenterology
Learn the services provided by the Arkansas Children's Gastroenterology Clinic in Little Rock and how to obtain a physician referral.
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Fetal Heart Center
Fetal conditions, including cardiac arrhythmias, fetal hydrops, abnormal karyotype and other abnormalities, may warrant a fetal echocardiogram test at Arkansas Children's.
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Nephrology (Kidney Disorders)
At Arkansas Children’s in Little Rock, Arkansas, our nephrology team provides specialized care for patients with a wide range of kidney, urinary tract and hypertension issues.
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Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
The Orthopedic Department at Arkansas Children's evaluates and treats orthopedic problems involving the bones, joints and muscles.
Learn More About Arkansas Children's Hospital
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Meet Our Doctors
Bookmark Meet Our DoctorsThe medical team at Arkansas Children's provides the highest quality healthcare for patients.
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About Arkansas Children's
Bookmark About Arkansas Children'sOur focus on patient care, research, education and prevention helps make children healthier today and happier tomorrow.
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Awards & Recognition
Bookmark Awards & RecognitionThe clinical excellence at Arkansas Children's has been awarded several prestigious designations in children's health, including Magnet Recognition and Level 1 Children's Surgical Center.
Download Handbooks
Get the information you need to know about your child's stay at Arkansas Children's Hospital.
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Patient Safety
The safety of our patients, families and team is our #1 priority. Your role in safety is important. Please work with your ACH caregivers to stay safe while in the hospital.
The following resources are available to all patients and families. Don’t see what you need? Ask your child’s nurse’s station for assistance.
Maps & Parking
Find your way around the Arkansas Children’s Hospital campus using our maps or mobile app.
The Arkansas Children’s app is designed to be your “go-to app” for managing your child’s health. It provides tools for making everyday health decisions, like the symptom checker and First Aid steps. Our experts and your doctors are just one tap away on this free mobile app, including access to MyChart, hospital maps and parenting advice.
In addition to hospital maps, there are overhead and wall signs to direct you to different areas. If you are confused, just approach any hospital employee (you’ll know an employee because of the ACH identification badge!) and ask for assistance.
Dining Options
In-Room Dining for Patients
Patients who eat table food may order from daily menus, depending on dietary restrictions and doctor’s orders. Patients can place orders for kid-friendly choices from our Room Service menu 7 a.m.–7 p.m. each day at 501-364-3663 (ext. 43663 from an internal phone). Menus are available from your child’s nurse’s station.
Family & Visitor Dining
Arkansas Children's provides food options for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as snack options. See the list of food and dining options. >
Caregivers who cannot afford their meals at ACH may contact Family Services Assistance in the Central Family House at 501-364-1247 for information on our Caregiver Meal Assistance Program.
For late-night admissions, please ask your nurse if you need after-hour meal information.
Overnight Accommodations for Families
ACH provides overnight sleeping arrangements for at least one caregiver per patient, either in the child’s room or in one of the Family Houses. Referrals to the Ronald McDonald House (down the street from the hospital) are available through the Family Service Assistant at 501-364-1247 (ext. 41247 on an internal phone).
For guides to nearby lodging, contact the Family Service Assistant.
Family Resources
Child Life & Education
Child Life reduces stress and promotes positive coping using developmentally appropriate preparation, education, and play at Arkansas Children's. The Hospital School Program has certified school teachers to help with children in grades Kindergarten – 12. You can contact them at 501-364-4449 (ext. 44449 from an internal phone). Group drop-in sessions are held: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 9–11:30 a.m.
Breastfeeding Mothers
There are several breastfeeding areas throughout the hospital for mothers needing to pump or feed. Please ask your nurse or Family Service Assistant for the location nearest you.
Chapel
Visitors of all faiths are welcome in our Chapel located on the 2nd floor near the cafeteria. Nondenominational services are held at 9:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Family Resource Center
The Family Resource Center offers books and media available for check out to help patients and families learn more about their health and disease processes. The resource center also provides a business center with phones, computers and fax available for use. Hours are Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m.– noon.
Safety Zone
The Safety Zone, located in the Family Resource Center, is a place where patients and families can receive education on a variety of safety topics and no-cost safety products.
Gift Shop
Visit the play away gift shop for small items, toys, snacks, magazines and more.
Your child’s doctor will let you know when your child is ready for discharge. If care is needed at home, a case manager from the Discharge Planning Department may be asked to help arrange that care. The case manager will work closely with you, the community agency providing the care, and the insurance company so that discharge goes well. To contact a Discharge Planner directly, please call 501-364-1200 (ext. 41200 internally).
Discharge Tips
- Get prescriptions filled for home.
- Check out through the Admissions Department, and get your child’s free ACH t-shirt.
- Be certain to have an age-appropriate, properly installed car seat.
- Get your child’s discharge instructions for home and any follow-up appointments.
ACH Outpatient Pharmacy
The ACH Outpatient Pharmacy is located on the 1st floor and can fill your child’s discharge or take-home medication quickly and conveniently. If your child is staying in the hospital, the outpatient pharmacy may be able to deliver directly to their bedside.
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Other Nearby Pharmacies
- Walgreens
501-371-9229
1601 Main Street
Little Rock, AR 72206
Mon. - Fri.: 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Sat.: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sun.: 10 p.m.–6 p.m. - City Pharmacy
501-374-6565
1801 Broadway Street
Little Rock, AR 72206
Mon. - Fri.: 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. Sat.: 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. - Cornerstone Pharmacy
501-246-5451
1701 Main Street
Little Rock, AR 72206
Mon. - Fri.: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. - Kroger Pharmacy
501-375-5645
1100 E. Roosevelt Road
Little Rock, AR 72206
Mon. - Fri.: 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Sat.: 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Sun.: 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
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Hospital Services
Telehealth Virtual Visits
Bookmark Telehealth Virtual VisitsLearn more about how to have a virtual visit with Arkansas Children's from your smartphone or computer.
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Financial Assistance
Bookmark Financial AssistanceWe recognize the financial burden that medical bills may cause, so please let us know if you are having difficulties paying your bill.
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Hospital Services
Interpreter Services
Bookmark Interpreter ServicesArkansas Children's offers translation assistance to the hearing impaired as well as non-English speaking patients and families.