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Yes, Columbia University Medical Center has both an Inpatient and an Outpatient Pediatric Unit. The Inpatient Pediatric Unit specializes in providing optimal care to hospitalized children who require diagnostic and therapeutic management of medical, surgical, trauma and neurological conditions. The Outpatient Pediatric Unit is designed for sick visits, urgent-care visits and management of chronic illnesses.

Yes! You can sign up for our email newsletter on our website or follow us on social media to stay connected with all of the latest news and events at CUMC!

The emergency department at CUMC offers 24/7 access to specialized acute care treatment for adults, children, seniors and newborns. Our team provides a wide range of services from minor injuries to life-threatening illnesses. We are equipped with diagnostic imaging technology, full laboratory testing and advanced therapeutic services as required.

Yes. CUMC's Mental Health Services provide comprehensive treatment for depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, psychiatric diagnoses related to dementia and other neurocognitive disorders. We also offer consultation for behavioral problems in children and adolescents as well as rehabilitation counseling for adults living with physical disabilities.

Yes we do! We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, United Healthcare, Aetna and many more. Please call our office or visit our website to find out if we are a participating provider in your plan or if you need assistance understanding your coverage options.

For certain types of visits such as specialty care or surgery appointments may be necessary but not always required. For general medical questions or medication refills it is best to call ahead before coming in or contact your primary care provider directly if possible.

Yes! The main parking lot is located just south of the hospital entrance on West 168th Street between Broadway & Riverside Drive. There is additional parking located along 165th & 167th streets near St Luke's Hospital buildings (Gates 2 & 3). Short term parking is also available outside the main entrance of the hospital (Gate 1).

Please call 212-305-2500 if you would like to speak directly with someone from Columbia University's Medical Center staff or visit our website where you can fill out an online inquiry form 24/7 and someone will get back to you shortly.

Yes! Community outreach programs are frequently offered at CUMC including free health screenings ranging from diabetes tests to blood pressure checks as well as nutrition education seminars focused on healthy eating habits.