When your child is sick, we do what we can to see your child on the same day. You may need to be seen by a doctor other than your usual doctor, but your child will be seen on the same day. We save early morning and early afternoon appointments for infants, as we give our infants priority in spending less time in the waiting room with other potentially ill children.
Please note that Children’s Medical Center has a designated sick child waiting area. Patients are expected to arrive 10 minutes prior to their scheduled appointment time to ensure timely check in.
Schedule a Sick Visit
Call 303-830-7337, Option 1
Sick Visit Triage Department
We also always have a triage nurse available to help with any questions or concerns. During business hours those triage nurses are in our office, and through Children’s Hospital of Colorado when we are closed. There is also a pediatrician always on call as well.
Talk to a Nurse
Call 303-830-7337, Option 1
This number is answered by a live nurse 24 hours a day.
You are also welcome to use our online symptom guide to learn how you can care for your child at home while you wait for your sick appointment time.
Online Resources
If you are concerned your child is sick there are several resources we recommend to determine if he/she needs to be seen or can be properly managed at home.
Symptom Guide
Get trusted medical advice online. Know what to do and when to call.
Medicine & Dosages
Give the right amount of medicine every time with our online guide.
Children’s Medical Center also recommends ChildrensMD Mobile App from Children’s Hospital Colorado to manage your child’s care at home and obtain trusted medical information online.
Call Children’s Medical Center
If you have questions or concerns and would like to speak with a pediatric telephone triage nurse to determine if your child needs to be seen or to schedule a sick appointment, please call our main number 303-830-7337 and push Option 1.