Inova Children’s Heart Center participates in multi-institutional research. Our heart program is currently involved in research to improve our understanding of the functional genomic abnormalities associated with hereditary arrhythmias such as long QT syndrome, CPVT, ARVD, and Brugada Syndrome. Cardiac conditions in children are unique and show variable degrees of expressivity even within families. We are committed to better understanding these unique genetic and genomic factors within families and applying these innovative discoveries in the care we provide.

The Ross procedure is a method of aortic valve replacement in children and young adults. The procedure uses the child's own pulmonary valve to replace the defective aortic valve. A tissue graft (homograft) is placed to carry the blood from the heart to the lungs. It is also called pulmonary autograft for aortic valve replacement. The advantage of the Ross is it provides the potential for growth in children and does not require the use of blood thinners. We try to avoid blood thinners in children, if possible.

Help for parents of babies with complex heart problems Learning you are having a baby is an exciting time. Learning you are having a baby with a complex heart problem is a challenging time, too. At Inova Children's Hospital we have developed a Single Ventricle Program to help you and your family through this journey.

Mended Little Hearts Networking, events, and resources for families of children with any congenital heart defect. National organizations, with local chapters.  | Email:  | Email:  | Email: Pediatric Congenital Heart Association Education, resources, and networking for families of children with any congenital heart defect. National organization, with state chapters.  | Email: Tender Hearts Online networking for families of children with any congenital heart defect. Local northern Virginia support group.

Tetralogy of fallot is the most common form of cyanotic heart defects, more commonly known as "blue babies." Infants are diagnosed at birth through an abnormal newborn screening, by detecting a murmur, or by seeing the baby is not a normal color.

Health Plans Accepted at Inova Children's Hospital Inova Children’s Hospital is one of Inova’s five hospitals and 140 additional locations in northern Virginia, including urgent and emergency care centers, physician offices and physical therapy centers. Inova offers convenient access and choice to the communities we serve. Inova Children’s Hospital participates with the following leading commercial and government insurance plans. Please be sure to verify coverage with your insurance carrier as plans frequently change.

Inova Children's Services at Inova Alexandria Hospital Inova Alexandria Hospital 4320 Seminary Road Alexandria, VA  22304
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 703-504-3000 Pediatric Services at Inova Alexandria Hospital Inova Alexandria Hospital’s pediatric patients include newborns and older children who require routine emergency care, surgery or other medical interventions. We offer a seamless connection to Inova L. J. Murphy Children's Hospital – the only children’s hospital, Level I trauma center and pediatric intensive care unit in Northern Virginia.

Directions and Parking for Inova Alexandria Hospital Inova Alexandria Hospital 4320 Seminary Road Alexandria, VA  22304
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 703-504-3000 Parking Free valet parking is available at the patient entrance Free visitor parking is available in the general parking lot on North Howard Street Paid visitor parking is located next to the visitor entrance. All visitors must pay the regular fees posted for the paid parking lot Partnering with Local Motion Inova Alexandria Hospital is pleased to have partnered with the City of Alexandria's Local Motion program. .