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The Marketing and Communications Department at Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is committed to providing our patients and families, the community, and interested media with the latest news and highlights from PSV, including key issues & events related to specialty care for children.

Please see our latest news stories and press releases below.

If you are a member of the media and would like to request an interview, an expert comment, organizational facts, or have any other inquiry, please email us at PSVCommunications@PSVCare.org.

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Feb 08, 2024
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) proudly announces the inclusion of 18 physicians in Northern Virginia Magazine's "Top Doctors" list for 2024, now available in their February issue. PSV…
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Nov 27, 2023
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is excited to announce that 17 of our physicians were selected to Washingtonian magazine's esteemed "Top Doctors" list for 2023. These 17 remarkable physicians…
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Sep 30, 2023
[Fairfax, VA, September 30, 2023] – Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV), a top pediatric care institution, proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary today. Over the past decade, PSV has been a…
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Sep 29, 2023
National Hispanic Heritage Month traditionally honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans as we celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries. At…
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Aug 29, 2023
This month, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) received a recognition award from the Fairfax County Health Department for contributions in protecting the health of children through our…
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Aug 10, 2023
Northern Virginia Comprehensive Pediatric Sickle Cell Program  What is Sickle Cell Disease? Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited red blood cell disorders. Healthy red blood cells are round,…
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Jun 15, 2023
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) proudly announces that 8 of our physicians have been recognized as "Top Doctors" of 2023 by Arlington Magazine in their July/August 2023 Health issue. This…
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Mar 28, 2023
This week, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) celebrates Women's History Month with the new Leadership Profile Series, featuring conversations with some of our remarkable women in leadership…
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Mar 22, 2023
Please join Pediatric Specialists of Virginia in celebrating National Doctor's Day on March 30, 2023. In recognition of the dedication, compassion, and top-notch pediatric specialty care our…
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Mar 06, 2023
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce that 21 of our physicians were named to Northern Virginia Magazine’s “Top Doctors” of 2023 list in their recent February 2023 issue.…
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Feb 23, 2023
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. In 1926, Carter G. Woodson, a scholar dedicated to…
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Feb 06, 2023
Update on First Name Error on Patient Letters Many of you recently received a letter from Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) explaining our transition. We have learned that the first name on…
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Nov 01, 2022
Are you a pediatric specialist physician, family practice and emergency physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, nurse, or an allied health professional? Be sure to register for our parent…
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Oct 27, 2022
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is excited to announce that 34 of our physicians were selected to Washingtonian Magazine's "Top Doctors" of 2022 list. The 34 doctors selected represent 9 of…
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Sep 30, 2022
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to celebrate our 9-Year Anniversary!PSV was formed as a joint venture between Children's National Medical Center and INOVA Health Systems, back on…
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Sep 01, 2022
PSV’s 8th Annual Race To Make It All Better 5K and Family Health Fair is in the books, and it was a huge success! After two years of a virtual 5K, we are proud to have had over 300 registrants, a …
Press Release
Jun 02, 2022
PSV Hosts our 8th Annual Race To Make It All Better 5K & Family Health Fairfax, VA – Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) will return to hosting our 8th Annual Race To Make It All Better 5K…
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May 09, 2022
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, the Nature's Best Photography team, and other PSV staff gathered last Friday, May 6, 2022, to celebrate the opening of the…
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Feb 21, 2022
Patients and Families, We are aware of the Abbott recall for infant and pediatric powdered formula for Similac, Alimentum, and Elecare products. The FDA is advising consumers not to use Similac,…
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Feb 01, 2022
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) and the National Scoliosis Center invite you to join area physicians, PAs, nurses, and others interested in more about Vertebral Body Tethering (VBT) to a…
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Jan 28, 2022
PSV Endocrinology division is excited to learn today the news of that Insulet Corporation has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Omnipod® 5 Automated Insulin…
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Jan 26, 2022
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce that 45 of our physicians were named to Northern Virginia Magazine’s “Top Doctors” of 2022 list in their recent February 2022 issue.…
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Jan 17, 2022
Patients and Families, Please be advised that all Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) clinics and offices are open regular business hours.  If you need to cancel/reschedule an appointment,…
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Dec 15, 2021
Update: Our phone system has been restored! -PSV   Original Message: PSV is experiencing an internet outage which is impacting our phone system. Phone service is sporadic and unstable at this…
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Nov 03, 2021
Patients and Families, Please be advised that the COVID-19 Vaccine has been approved for children ages 5-11. At this time, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) will NOT be a COVID-19 Vaccine…
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Oct 26, 2021
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is excited to announce that 30 of our physicians were selected to Washingtonian Magazine's "Top Doctors" of 2021 list. The 30 selected represent 15 of our 20…
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Oct 13, 2021
PSV would like to say thank you and recognize our Physician Assistants (PA) for National PA Week! PA Week was October 6th - October 12th. Our PA’s hard work and dedication truly helps Make It All…
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Aug 20, 2021
Dear PSV Patients and Families, As you know the guidelines for maximizing vaccine-induced protection against COVID are evolving based on scientific data. At present, the CDC and FDA  have recommended…
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Aug 12, 2021
Dear Patient, Families, & 5K Supporters,  At Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) the safety of our staff, patients/families, and our community is our top priority.  According to the CDC,…
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Jun 25, 2021
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce that 11 of its physicians across 8 pediatric specialties were selected as "Top Doctors" of 2021 by Arlington Magazine in their July/…
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Jun 08, 2021
Did you know that June is Scoliosis Awareness Month? Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s (PSV) Dr. Laurel Blakemore, CEO, was featured by the National Scoliosis Center. In efforts to raise awareness…
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May 18, 2021
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s Dr. Laurel Blakemore, CEO, was featured by Setting Scoliosis Straight in their “Surgeon Spotlight”.  Setting Scoliosis Straight is a non-profit 501(c)(3)…
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May 14, 2021
At the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) implemented social distancing guidelines and other protective measures to help increase the safety of patients,…
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May 12, 2021
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia is excited to announce that Laurel Blakemore, MD, CEO, was announced as one of the co-recipients of the Thomas E. Whitecloud Award by Scoliosis Research Society. To…
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Apr 28, 2021
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s (PSV) CEO, Laurel Blakemore, MD, was featured in the Stryker 2020 Comprehensive Annual Report. Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies…
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Apr 09, 2021
As COVID-19 vaccines are becoming available to children, many families may have some questions regarding their child with a rheumatic disease, immunomodulatory medication, and vaccination timing.…
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Mar 19, 2021
Last July to October, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s (PSV) Medical Director of Infectious Diseases, Rebecca Levorson, MD, Suchitra Hourigan, MD, and fellow Inova Children’s Hospital researchers…
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Mar 18, 2021
PSV Parents and Families, If you have a child with a severe chronic medical condition OR intellectual or developmental disability requiring a high level of daily care, you are now eligible to receive…
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Mar 08, 2021
The Leadership Center for Excellence and Leadership Fairfax has joined forces to recognize and celebrate 40 young leaders who are making an impact across Northern Virginia with their 2021 40 Under 40…
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Mar 02, 2021
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia's Dr. Rebecca Levorson, Medical Director of Infectious Disease, was featured in Northern Virginia Magazine's February 2021 issue. Dr. Levorson shares a story about…
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Jan 21, 2021
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce that 43 of our physicians were named to Northern Virginia Magazine’s “Top Doctors” of 2021 list in their recent February 2021 issue. The…
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Jan 13, 2021
Patients and Families, Please be advised that two of the top authorized COVID-19 vaccine makers – Pfizer and Moderna – are currently offering clinical trials for children as young as 12 years of age…
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Jan 12, 2021
At Pediatric Specialists of Virginia, we are strongly encouraging our staff, patients/families, and the community to take the COVID-19 vaccine when their time comes. However, please be advised that…
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Dec 04, 2020
Pediatric Specialist of Virginia's Dr. Rebecca Levorson, Medical Director of Infectious Disease, was featured on ABC 7 WJLA on Thursday, December 3rd, 2020. Dr. Levorson discussed a rare COVID-19…
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Nov 24, 2020
Patients and Families,   Please be advised that all power has been restored. Thank you for your patience and understanding.   PSV Updated: 11:40 am
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Oct 29, 2020
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is excited to announce that 30 of our physicians were selected to Washingtonian Magazine's "Top Doctors" of 2020 list. 15 of our 22 pediatric specialties are…
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Oct 22, 2020
PSV will be hosting its 3nd Annual NP/PA Education Day on Friday, October 30, 2020, from 9:00am – 3:00pm. This event will be hosted virtually via Zoom and is FREE to all participants. CME Credits are…
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Oct 19, 2020
Fairfax, VA – Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is excited to announce Laurel Blakemore, MD as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 19th.  Dr. Blakemore previously served in the…
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Sep 30, 2020
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia is proud to celebrate our 7-Year Anniversary today! PSV was formed as a joint venture between Children's National Hospital and Inova Health System, back on September…
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Aug 14, 2020
PSV is excited to announce our NEW Autism Clinic, led by Dr. Biderman Waberski, Medical Director of Genetics. We are now accepting patients and scheduling appointments!  Don’t miss out on this…
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Aug 05, 2020
PSV, led by Dr. Rebecca Levorson and Dr. Suchitra Hourigan, has partnered with Inova Children's Hospital and Virginia Department of Health on a COVID-19 Antibody Study to learn about the spread of …
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Jun 26, 2020
As we slowly and safely increase our in-person services/elective surgeries, we want our patients and families to know about the social distancing and safety measures we’ve implemented due to COVID-19…
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Mar 26, 2020
Patients/Families & Referring Primary Care Physicians, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce that it is now offering telemedicine visits to the children and families of…
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Mar 23, 2020
March 23, 2020  Dear Patient or Parent/Guardian:  We are pleased to announce that Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) has reached an agreement with Anthem to remain a network participating…
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Mar 20, 2020
Patients and Families, We would like to share a few extremely important PSV updates as part of our ongoing COVID-19 action plan: COVID-19 Patient Screenings: We are testing patients in the lobby (…
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Mar 18, 2020
Patients and Families, Please be advised of our latest COVID-19 guidelines and action plan below. PSV still has an important patient care mission but we are modifying practices to minimize the risk…
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Mar 08, 2020
PSV has implemented social distancing and other protective measures to improve the safety of your experience for yourself and the PSV staff serving you.  Here's a few things you should know and …
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Feb 06, 2020
Patients and Families, As always, patient and employee safety is our top priority. In alignment with our values, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is taking the appropriate steps to protect the…
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Feb 04, 2020
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce that 34 of our physicians were named to Northern Virginia Magazine’s “Top Doctors” of 2020 list in their recent February, 2020 issue.…
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Jan 21, 2020
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce that 10 of our physicians were selected to Virginia Living Magazine's "Top Doctors of 2020" List in their January/February 2020 issue. …
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Oct 24, 2019
29 of our physicians were selected to Washingtonian Magazine's "Top Doctor" of 2019 list! 16 of our 22 pediatric specialties are represented, and the 29 selections mark an all-time high for our…
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Oct 16, 2019
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) held its 2nd Annual NP/PA Education Day on Friday, October 4th at the Inova Physician Conference Center in Fairfax, VA. Nearly 140 Northern Virginia-based…
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Oct 07, 2019
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce the release of its 2018 Annual Report. The annual report covers the many achievements, meaningful growth, and community partnerships the…
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Oct 03, 2019
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s (PSV) 5th Annual Race To Make It All Better 5K & Family Health Fair was held on Saturday, September 28 at Reston Town Center Pavilion (Reston, Virginia).  We…
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Sep 30, 2019
Today PSV proudly celebrates its 6-year anniversary on September 30, 2019 as the leading Northern Virginia-based, pediatric specialty care group. PSV was created on September 30, 2013 by our parent…
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Sep 20, 2019
Only 8 DAYS LEFT until the highly anticipated Race To Make It All Better 5K and Family Health Fair next Saturday, September 28th at Reston Town Center! Important race week details are below! Packet…
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Sep 12, 2019
PSV’s Elizabeth Yang, MD (Hematology and Oncology) and Director of INOVA’s Pediatric Sickle Cell Program, was featured on Channel 16 News discussing sickle cell anemia and the progress being made in…
Press Release
Sep 02, 2019
Contact:  Justin Jones, Director of Marketing, (703) 848-6651, jrjones@psvcare.org Pediatric Specialists of Virginia               PRESS RELEASE Release Date:  September 02, 2019 Fairfax, VA –…
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Jun 20, 2019
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that 16 of our physicians were selected to Arlington Magazine's first-ever "Top Doctors" of 2019 list in their July/August issue, which…
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Apr 05, 2019
Contact:  Justin Jones, Marketing Director (703) 848-6651, jrjones@psvcare.org Pediatric Specialists of Virginia                            PRESS RELEASE   Release Date:  April 5, 2019…
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Apr 01, 2019
Patients and Families, Please be advised that effective, April 1, 2019, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) patients and families are allowed to park in any unmarked parking spot – from levels 1…
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Mar 19, 2019
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that our Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD) will be moving to a new location in May!  As of Monday, May 13, 2019, all PSV…
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Jan 25, 2019
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia is pleased to announce that 23 of its physicians across 10 pediatric specialties were selected as "Top Doctors" of 2019 by Northern Virginia Magazine in their…
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Dec 12, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that 35 of our physicians across 13 of our specialties were named as "Top Pediatricians" in Virginia Living Magazine’s December, 2018 …
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Nov 01, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia is pleased to announce that 28 of its physicians were selected as "Top Doctors" of 2018 by Washingtonian Magazine in their October 2018 issue. This prestigious…
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Oct 30, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s Suchitra Hourigan, MD – Pediatric Gastroenterologist & Director of Microbiome Research at Inova Translational Medicine Institute – was featured in National…
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Oct 29, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s (PSV) Pediatric Gastroenterology division presented seven research abstracts at the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and…
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Oct 11, 2018
PSV hosted its first Fall Into CME NP/PA Education Day on Friday, October 5th, at the Inova Fairfax Hospital Physicians Conference Center.  There were approximately 70 guests, including many local…
Press Release
Sep 28, 2018
Contact:  Justin Jones, Marketing & Communications Manager (703) 848-6651, jrjones@psvcare.org Pediatric Specialists of Virginia                            PRESS RELEASE Release Date:  September…
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Sep 12, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce the addition of Plastic Surgery to our growing list of pediatric specialty services.  Plastic Surgery, led by Medical Director Dr. M.…
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Sep 06, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce the release of its 2017 Annual Report.  The annual report covers the many achievements, meaningful growth, and community partnerships the…
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Aug 24, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia and the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation will host their 2018 IBD Family Day Event on Sunday, September 9, 2018 at the Vienna Community Center (120 Cherry St. SE,…
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Aug 14, 2018
Patients and Families, Thank you for your patience and understanding while we worked on establishing new transition dates for Ears, Nose and Throat (ENT) & Ophthalmology from our parent…
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Jul 24, 2018
PSV and Inova Children’s Hospital proudly invite all pediatric healthcare providers to attend a very special presentation from renowned Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Stanford Shulman…
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Jun 15, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia to Add ENT & Ophthalmology Effective July, 2018 Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is pleased to announce the additions of two new pediatric specialties…
Press Release
May 07, 2018
Contact:  Justin Jones, Marketing & Communications Manager (703) 848-6651, jrjones@psvcare.org Pediatric Specialists of Virginia                            PRESS RELEASE Release Date:  May 07,…
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Apr 23, 2018
Pictured (left to right):  Cindy Romero, Sabrina Winbush, Aminah Asghar, Diana Nguyen Medical Laboratory Professionals Week (April 22-28) is an annual celebration of medical lab professionals and…
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Mar 29, 2018
We are currently experiencing phone problems at the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. For after hour emergencies or to reach the on-call Doctor please call (703) 776-4000 to Inova's Fairfax…
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Mar 21, 2018
Patients/Families and Staff, Please be advised that PSV will be open and operating under normal business hours tomorrow, March 22, 2018.   Please continue to monitor our website for the latest…
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Mar 13, 2018
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden loss of our beloved Dr. Jeffrey Hanway. Dr. Hanway passed away on Friday, March 9, 2018. He served as PSV’s Chief Surgical Officer and Medical…
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Mar 12, 2018
Dr. Jennifer Dean, a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist at Pediatric Specialists of Virginia's (PSV) Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders recently partnered with CureSearch for Children's Cancer to…
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Mar 12, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia is proud to announce that 16 of its physicians were selected as "Top Doctors" of 2018 by Virginia Living Magazine in their February, 2018 issue. The 16 PSV doctors…
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Mar 06, 2018
Patients and families please be advised that we are currently experiencing intermittent phone connection issues.  We are diligently working on the matter and hope to have it resolved as soon as…
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Feb 19, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is excited to announce that our pediatric Ambulatory Surgery Center has officially received reaccreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory…
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Feb 14, 2018
Congrats to Dr. Suchitra Hourigan, PSV Gastroenterologist & Director of Microbiome Research at Inova Translational Medicine Institute, who provided her clinical expertise in a recent New York…
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Jan 31, 2018
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that 22 of its physicians were selected as "Top Doctors" of 2018 by Northern Virginia Magazine in their February, 2018 issue. The 22 PSV…
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Dec 26, 2017
Please be advised, we are experiencing organization-wide phone connection issues. We are working diligently to resolve these issues as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this may…
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Mar 06, 2018
Patients and families please be advised that we are currently experiencing intermittent phone connection issues.  We are diligently working on the matter and hope to have it resolved as soon as…
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Oct 25, 2017
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that 27 of our physicians were selected as “Top Doctors” by the Washingtonian Magazine in their latest Top Docs of 2017 issue (October,…
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Oct 11, 2017
October 6-12 is National Physician Assistants (PA) Week. In celebration of this, PSV recognizes  our PAs for the top-notch care they provide to our patients and families. Thank you for your…
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Oct 05, 2017
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia proudly celebrates its 4-year anniversary on September 30, 2017.  We have grown into an organization that maintains a workforce of over 330 team members including…
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Aug 07, 2018
Patients and Families, Please be advised that we are currently experiencing phone connection issues. We're working on resolving the matter as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience…
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Sep 25, 2017
PSV held its third annual STRIDE FORWARD 5K and Family Health Fair on Saturday, September 23 at the Reston Town Center Pavilion in Reston, VA! We would like to thank everyone who participated in our…
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Sep 20, 2017
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s Dr. Elizabeth Yang (Hematology/Oncology & Pediatric Sickle Program Director) and Dr. Robin Dulman (Hematology/Oncology) of our Center for Cancer and Blood…
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Aug 11, 2017
Patients and families please be advised that all Pediatric Specialists of Virginia clinics will close at 2 pm today, Friday August 11th in recognition of our Annual Staff Appreciation Event.  We will…
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Aug 01, 2017
PSV Parent Children’s National Ranked Top 10 Nationwide by U.S. News & World Report Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that our parent, Children’s National Health…
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Jul 18, 2017
Patients and families please be advised that our phone connection issues have been resolved.  We apologize for any inconvenience this issued may have caused.
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Jul 03, 2017
PSV is closed on Tuesday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. We will return to normal business hours on Wednesday, July 5th. Have a safe holiday!
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Jun 30, 2017
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that we are adding two new specialties, Pulmonary Medicine and Urology, to our expanding list of pediatric specialty services effective…
Press Release
Jun 02, 2017
Contact:  Justin Jones, Marketing & Communications Manager (703) 848-6651, jrjones@psvcare.org Pediatric Specialists of Virginia                                      PRESS RELEASE Release Date: …
Featured Story
May 31, 2017
Tandem Diabetes Care invites you to an evening with mountain climber Will Cross. Cross has summited the world's highest peaks and trekked to both Poles. Cross shares the message that no one should…
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May 18, 2017
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia is pleased to announce the addition of its latest specialty, Pediatric Oculoplastics and Orbital Surgery to its expanding list of high-quality pediatric specialties…
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Apr 07, 2017
Contact:  Justin Jones, Marketing & Communications Manager (703) 848-6651, jrjones@psvcare.org Pediatric Specialists of Virginia                                      PRESS RELEASE Release Date…
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Mar 13, 2017
Dear Patients & Staff, Based on projected snow fall totals and the rain/snow line, we are planning on the following opening/closing schedule for our clinics tomorrow, Tuesday, March 14: Open…
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Feb 22, 2017
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is taking additional precautions during flu season to protect our patients and families.  With patient safety and care being our top priorities, all PSV…
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Jan 31, 2017
The Northern Virginia Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation will be holding its 2nd Annual Northern Virginia JA Family Day Program on Saturday, February 25th.  The event will take place from 9:30 am to…
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Jan 27, 2017
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia is proud to announce that 23 of our physicians across 10 of our specialties were named as “Top Docs” in The Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Doctors of 2017 (…
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Jan 25, 2017
Rupa Dainer, MD, PSV's Strategy Officer and Medical Director for the Ambulatory Surgery Center, was featured in The American Board of Anesthesiology's recent Director Spotlight. Article Snapshot:…
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Jan 17, 2017
Usborne Books & More is holding a Book Drive fundraiser to benefit PSV from now through the end of January. Proceeds will be used to provide books for patients of PSV in all of our clinics.…
Press Release
Nov 29, 2016
Contact:  Justin Jones, Marketing & Communications Manager (703) 848-6651, jrjones@psvcare.org Pediatric Specialists of Virginia                                      PRESS RELEASE Release Date…
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Nov 22, 2016
Did you know that Pediatric Specialists of Virginia is an approved 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization within Amazon.com’s Amazon Smile Program? Amazon Smile is a program in which Amazon…
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Nov 21, 2016
The holiday season is here and with Thanksgiving approaching, PSV wants to ensure you are aware of the slight change in our office hours this week: Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 23) – All…
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Nov 11, 2016
In honor of Veterans Day, PSV would like to recognize our clinical and administrative team members that have served in our US Military. Thank you to all of the men & women for your service,…
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Nov 01, 2016
PSV would like to recognize and congratulate the 14 of our doctors who were named "Top Docs" of 2016 by Washingtonian Magazine.  This prestigious designation is proof of your hard work and commitment…
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Oct 28, 2016
In recognition of our recent three-year anniversary, we would like to share some of the positive praise, support, and well wishes we have received from our executive board members and parent…
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Oct 13, 2016
Patients and Families, Please be advised that the phone lines at our headquarters (Hamaker Court - Fairfax) will be down from 12-12:45 pm today to resolve network issues. We apologize for any…
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Oct 10, 2016
In recognition of Physician Assistants (PAs) week (October 6-12), Pediatric Specialists of Virginia would like to thank each of our PAs for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to providing…
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Oct 06, 2016
​Rupa Dainer, MD, PSV’s Chief Strategy Officer and Medical Director for the Ambulatory Surgery Center, was a panelist at the Cleveland Summit: Healthcare Transformation in the Digital Era at the…
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Oct 05, 2016
The 2nd Annual STRIDE FORWARD 5K and Family Health Fair is in the books, and it was a huge success!  We had over 400 runners, 32 health fair booths, and raised over $57,000 for children facing…
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Sep 30, 2016
Today, September 30, 2016, marks Pediatric Specialists of Virginia's (PSV) 3-year anniversary.   We would like to thank all of our clinical and administrative staff, our parent organizations –…
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Sep 13, 2016
PSV patient, Yaalah Gilliam, was featured in a Fairfax County Government/Channel 16 video in recognition of Sickle Cell Awareness Month.  Gilliam, 4-years-old, has been under the care of Dr.…
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Sep 15, 2016
PSV's phone system and internet connection has been restored.   Thank you for your patience and understanding! PSV
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Sep 15, 2016
Please be advised, we're are experiencing organization-wide phone and internet connection issues. We are working diligently on resolving these issues as soon as possible. We apologize for any…
Featured Story
Sep 02, 2016
Brandess Holmes, a longtime Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) Diabetes and Endocrinology patient, recently donated nearly 30 decorated glucose monitoring cases to children newly diagnosed with…
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Aug 11, 2016
All Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) clinics will close at 2 pm on Friday, August 12 for an organization-wide staff appreciation event.  The last appointments in our clinics will be seen at…
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Aug 03, 2016
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia’s (PSV) Kathy Scarbalis, PA-C (Hematology/Oncology) was named The Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants (VAPA) 2016 PA of the Year during their 34th Annual Summer…
Press Release
Jun 20, 2016
Press ReleasePEDIATRIC SPECIALISTS OF VIRGINIA Contact:  Patricia Harger, Director of Marketing (703) 848-6650, pharger@psvcare.org                  Justin Jones, Communications Coordinator  (845)…
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Mar 17, 2016
The PSV Ashburn Center's Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Reception were enjoyed by all. Dr. Leon Moores, PSV CEO, welcomed local dignitaries and accepted awards from both the Loudoun County Board of…
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Mar 14, 2016
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia received a special visit from Zeus and Too Tall of The Harlem Globetrotters at our Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (Falls Church, VA).   Zeus and Too Tall…
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Feb 01, 2016
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that its Loudoun County operations are expanding and moving from Leesburg to Ashburn, effective Friday, February 22.   Our current office…
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Feb 02, 2016
PSV would like to congratulate and recognize the 19 PSV physicians who were selected as “Top Docs” in Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Doctors of 2016 issue (February, 2016), which is out on…
Announcement
Jan 26, 2016
All PSV clinics and patient care services will operate under normal business hours on Wednesday, January 27. If you need to cancel/reschedule your appointment, please contact our appointment line at…
Announcement
Jan 25, 2016
All PSV clinics and patient care services will open at 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 26 except for our Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders and Woodbridge clinic, which will both open on time.  …
Announcement
Jan 25, 2016
All PSV clinics and patient care services are closed today Monday, January 25. We will return to regular business hours on Tuesday, January 26. Our staff will reach out to the parents and patients…
News Item
Oct 12, 2015
PSV providers Dr. Ian Leibowitz (Chief Medical Officer, PSV), Dr. Suchi Hourigan (Chief Research Officer, PSV), Dr. Otto Louis-Jacques, Dr. Natalie Sikka, Dr. Catherine Chao, Dr. Jamie Wolf, and…
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Dec 21, 2015
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) would like to thank Cakes Against Cancer for facilitating a gingerbread house building workshop for our patients and families in our Center for Cancer and…
Featured Story
Nov 16, 2015
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that PSV and the Virginia Department of Health are recognized partners with the CDC in the celebration of Get Smart Week 2015. This week…
Featured Story
Nov 12, 2015
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia would like to recognize our Radiology Technologist – Shalysse Gramberg and Fernando Rondon – as part of National Radiologic Technologic Week (November 8-14).  We…
Featured Story
Nov 11, 2015
Happy Veterans Day to All Veteran and Active Duty Men and Women!  PSV Clinical and Administrative Staff That Served in our Armed Forces:     Dr. Leon Moores, PSV CEO and Medical Director of…
Announcement
Oct 08, 2015
Happy PA Week! PSV would like to recognize and thank all of our Physician Assistants for the great service they provide and their dedicated commitment to Making It All Better for children in and…
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Oct 01, 2015
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) would like to thank all our Stride Forward 5K Run/Walk and Family Health Fair participants, volunteers, sponsors, donors, community partners, and staff. …
Announcement
Sep 30, 2015
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proudly celebrating its 2-Year Anniversary today, September, 30, 2015. PSV was originally formed as a joint venture between Children's National Health…
Featured Story
Sep 13, 2015
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that Washington Redskins’ star Outside Linebacker, Ryan Kerrigan (#91), on behalf of his foundation – Ryan Kerrigan's Blitz for the…
Featured Story
Jun 29, 2015
Hope Veazey, 9-years old, was awarded the Regional Girl of the Year Award during the National Capital Area Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Grand Finale Gala at the J.W. Marriott in…
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Apr 30, 2015
PSV's Developmental Pediatrics Medical Director, Dr. Jacquelyn Calbert was featured on WUSA 9 (April 30, 2015) during the station's Family Health Segment on Autism Awareness Month.  Dr. Calbert …
Featured Story
Mar 13, 2015
PSV's Dr. Otilia Neacsu (Endocrinology) was recognized alongside Cindy Chambers (author), Dr. Jill McCabe (Inova), and Dr. Edward Puccio (Inova) by the Great Falls Rotary Club and the Great Falls…
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Mar 30, 2015
​PSV's Allergy & Immunology Medical Director, Dr. Darlene Mansoor was featured on WUSA 9 (March 30, 2015) during a pediatric allergy season segment.  Dr. Mansoor discussed pediatric allergy signs…
Featured Story
Mar 19, 2015
Congratulations to PSV's Ambulatory Surgery Center on receiving full AAAHC accreditation. AAAHC, the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Health Care, is the most prestigious and highest level of…
News Item
Mar 03, 2015
Since Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) was launched (September, 30, 2013) as a joint venture between our two parent organizations – Children’s National Health System and Inova – we have…
Featured Story
Mar 02, 2015
View Video: Interactive Floor Video Story Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) received funds at the end of 2014 from the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation (NCHCF) to support clinical…
Featured Story
Feb 26, 2015
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia proudly recognizes and congratulates the nineteen PSV physicians who received "Top Doctors" honors In Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Doctors of 2015 issue (…
Press Release
Feb 20, 2015
Fairfax, VA, February 20, 2015 – Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) is proud to announce that it is now officially a public charity with tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the US…
Press Release
Feb 20, 2015
Fairfax, VA, February 20, 2015 – Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) announced that William Judd will take on the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO) effective Monday, February 9.  Mr. Judd is…
Featured Story
Jan 08, 2015
The Hamaker Court Center for Pediatric Specialists of Virginia has just added a new sixth floor to better serve children and their families in Northern Virginia. The new sixth floor now provides…
Press Release
Oct 14, 2014
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) announced that Leon E. Moores, MD, assumed duties as its first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective Tuesday, October 14.  With Dr. Moores officially…
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Oct 09, 2014
Emily Hattwick, MD, one of Pediatric Specialists of Virginia's (PSV) top orthopaedic surgeons, was recently highlighted in a CNN feature story for her surgical efforts in reconstructing a baby's…