Expert Critical Care for Children When They Need It Most
When a child is seriously ill or injured, families need expert care they can trust. Denver Health's Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) provides advanced pediatric critical care in a compassionate, family-centered environment designed to support both children and their families.
Located adjacent to our pediatric inpatient unit on the second floor of Pavilion C (campus map PDF), the PICU combines state-of-the-art technology with a highly specialized team available 24 hours a day. Our PICU holds Center of Excellence status from the Society of Critical Care Medicine (opens in a new tab).
Why Families Choose Denver Health's PICU
Our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit provides 24/7 care from pediatric critical care specialists, supported by advanced monitoring technology and a multidisciplinary team. As a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, Denver Health also offers pediatric specialty care, surgical services, and expertise in pediatric microvascular and reconstructive surgery, ensuring children receive comprehensive care close to home.
What Families Can Expect
We provide family-centered care that keeps parents involved in daily decisions and treatment planning. Our intensive care team cares for children with a wide range of critical illnesses, injuries, and surgical needs, with access to private rooms and pediatric specialists across Denver Health.
Helping Kids Be Kids
Hospitalization can be stressful for children and families. Our Child Life Program helps children cope through play, education, and emotional support.
Meet Our Team
Your child may be cared for by pediatric intensivists, pediatric surgeons, critical care nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, social workers, Child Life specialists, and other pediatric experts working together to provide exceptional care.
