UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital

UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital is a children's hospital in Cleveland, OH. It operates as a 244-bed, full-service children's hospital and academic medical center, providing pediatric care for infants, children, and adolescents in Northeast Ohio. The facility has served the region for more than 130 years, handling approximately 750,000 patient encounters annually. Its team of over 1,300 pediatric specialists addresses a wide range of medical issues, from common childhood illnesses to complex conditions. Specific services include allergy and immunology, hematology and oncology, digestive health, ear, nose, and throat care, heart care, neurology, orthopedics, maternal fetal medicine, and urology. The hospital also offers same-day care options such as urgent care, pediatric orthopedic injury clinics, and on-demand virtual care.

The institution maintains a strong academic and clinical presence, offering accredited residencies, fellowships, and continuing medical education opportunities for clinicians. In 2019, the hospital launched a five-year strategic plan focused on improving quality and safety across its system of pediatric care. These efforts have resulted in clinical improvements recognized by U.S. News & World Report, which ranks UH Rainbow in all 11 children’s specialties. The hospital holds the highest ranked programs in Northern Ohio for Endocrinology & Diabetes, Neonatology, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. It was also named a Best Children’s Hospital for 2025-2026. Beyond clinical care, the hospital supports community engagement through volunteer programs, including reading to sick children, therapy dog visits, and clerical support roles, as well as fundraising initiatives like the Ride the Rainbow gala.

The hospital is located at 2101 Adelbert Rd. It sits within a short walking distance of several notable landmarks, including the Physics Museum, Schmitt Auditorium, and Strosacker Auditorium, all located about 0.1 miles away. A seasonal Farmers Market and the public artwork Mort and Iris are also situated less than 100 meters from the facility.

UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital holds a rating of 3.80 based on 240 reviews. This established track record, built on a large base of customer feedback, reflects its long-standing role as a primary resource for pediatric referrals in the Cleveland area.

As a leading academic medical center in Cleveland, UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital combines extensive specialist expertise with a deep history of service to Northeast Ohio families.

Services:

• Laboratory Services
• OB/GYN Practices
• Patient Referrals and Consultations
• Pediatric Cardiology
• Pediatric Ophthalmology
• Pediatric Orthopedics
• Pediatric Practices
• Primary Care