On December 15, 2019, Tower Health and Drexel University completed the acquisition of St. Christopher's Hospital for Children. The partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University ensures that St. Christopher's will remain a source of health and healing, medical education and research, and jobs and economic benefit for its Philadelphia neighborhood and the broader region just as it has for the last 144 years. Learn more.

St. Chris Celebrates 150^th Anniversary

This milestone is a testament to St. Christopher’s enduring legacy of care and its deep-rooted connection to the community. For 150 years, our incredible team of caregivers has gone above and beyond to make a lasting impact and ensure every child in our community has access to world-class care. Learn more.

About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

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Clerkship and Electives for MD Students

Third-year students may take the required clerkship in pediatrics. Fourth-year students may take a subinternship in pediatrics and a variety of electives in pediatric and pediatric surgical subspecialties.

Graduate Medical Education at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

Graduate medical education has been an integral part of St. Christopher's Hospital for Children for more than 60 years. St. Christopher's training programs offer a comprehensive, in-depth and personally rewarding educational experience in one of many pediatric disciplines, preparing trainees to confidently choose careers in academic medicine, private practice or careers in public health. Learn more about Graduate Medical Education at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.

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