A&E (children)
Reminder about restricted attendance in our Emergency Departments (A&E) at this time
What we do
We were among the first hospitals in London to establish a 24/7 specialist children’s emergency care department, which has since grown into one of the largest units of its kind. We provide emergency care for children, treating a wide range of cases from minor injuries to major medical problems, surgical emergencies and trauma. 98% of the children we see are either discharged home or admitted to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital or West Middlesex University Hospital within four hours of arriving in A&E.
At Chelsea and Westminster, children with minor injuries or non-life-threatening conditions are assessed by one of our specialist nurses or GPs in our Urgent Care Centre (UCC)—you will be directed to the UCC upon arrival. We understand how challenging it can be when a child is unwell, and we are committed to providing the best possible support and treatment for children and their families, whether hospital admission is required or the condition can be managed at home. All children are assessed (triaged) by a paediatric nurse on arrival and are then seen by medical staff in order of priority, which may not correspond to the order of arrival.
At West Middlesex, our A&E department provides emergency care for children from birth until their 16th birthday, treating a wide range of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Children are triaged by a paediatric nurse and seen by a member of the medical team.
Our team
Our children’s A&E team at Chelsea and Westminster is led by Dr Helen Raeside, Clinical Director, supported by nurses, paediatric nurse practitioners and doctors, including paediatric emergency care consultants.
At West Middlesex, our children’s A&E team consists of emergency consultant paediatricians, paediatric nurses, paediatric nurse practitioners and a paediatric matron.
Contact
We are open 24/7. In an emergency, please call 999 immediately.
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
The A&E department is located to the right of the main hospital entrance and has its own separate entrance, which is clearly signposted. Staff at A&E reception will direct patients to the separate children's A&E area.
T: 020 3315 8600
West Middlesex University Hospital
The A&E department is located on the Ground Floor. We have a dedicated area for children, and reception staff will direct you where to go.
T: 020 8321 5741