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Pediatric Psychiatry Network for Physicians
This easy-access consultation and support service provides primary care physicians the ability to access child and adolescent psychiatry decision support, education and triage services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Physicians can call 1-877-PSY-OHIO or complete a request form at www.PedPsychiatry.org.
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Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit
Nationwide Children’s Hospital operates a 2-bed Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit within its Emergency Department observation unit. The unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides direct care to Franklin County youth up to age 18 in mental health crisis in need of short term crisis stabilization services.
- Learn more about the Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit »
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Pediacast Interview with Dr. Campo and Dr. Shiels
Pedicast with Dr. Mike featuring Dr. John Campo and Dr. William Shiels on the topic of Teenage Self-Embedding.
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Physician Decision Support Line
The Behavioral Health Decision Support Line provides decision support and education to primary care clinicians to help better serve patients with mental health disorders.
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Fast Facts
July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
Billable Units of Service
Pediatric Psychology: 42,105
Psychiatry - Inpatient: 805
Behavior Medicine Consultation Clinic: 1,398
Child Development Center - North: 8,554
Developmental Disabilities Clinic: 1,492
Hours of Service:
Autism: 42,779
Community and Behavioral Health: 102,308
Psychiatry - Outpatient: 9,447- View Annual Report »
Behavioral Health Services
Emotional, behavioral, and developmental problems and disorders are common in children and adolescents, and at some point most families face difficulties such as physical illnesses that can prove especially troubling for children. Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers a wide range of Behavioral Health services to address the needs of children, adolescents and their families as they face such challenges. By bringing together a team of professionals from many disciplines such as child and adolescent psychiatry, counseling, developmental behavioral pediatrics, nursing, psychology, and social work, we work together to determine the best treatment options for your child.
Programs include:
- Child Development Center, including the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Pediatric Psychology and Neuropsychology
- Psychiatry and Community Behavioral Health
View a comprehensive list of the conditions we treat or request an appointment online or by calling (614) 355.8080.
In The News
Ride 4 Autism Bike Tour Slated for April 30
The 5th Annual Ride 4 Autism, presented by Cyclist Connection, will be held on Sunday, April 30 in Canal Winchester. This year, all proceeds will benefit patients and families served at the Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
New Study Shows Adolescents Disclose Suicidal Thoughts Using Computerized Tablet
Researchers at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have developed a computerized system that asks youths if they have had thoughts about suicide. If they have, a mental health specialist is notified so the adolescent receives the care they need.
Pediatric HealthSource: Pediatric Psychiatry Network
Dr. John Campo discusses the rising suicide rate among young people and the new Pediatric Psychiatry Network with WBNS 10-TV. Watch it here. »
Pediatric HealthSource: Suicide Warning Signs
Dr. John Campo discusses the warning signs of suicide with WBNS 10-TV. Watch it here. »
