Pediatric HIV Treatment Center

The Southern New Jersey Regional Pediatric HIV Treatment Center at the Children's Regional Hospital at Cooper provides comprehensive, coordinated care to children living with or exposed to HIV. Our team is dedicated to supporting both patients and their families through expert medical care, emotional support, and connection to essential resources.  

Who WE Serve  

We care for children from birth through age 18 who are: 

  • Potentially exposed to HIV during their mother's pregnancy or childbirth 
  • Diagnosed with HIV, with or without symptoms 

Our multidisciplinary team works closely with families and primary care providers to ensure timely evaluation, ongoing treatment, and compassionate support at every stage. 

Our Services  

Our family-focused services include: 

  • Physical examinations 
  • Developmental assessments 
  • Laboratory tests, including HIV screening  
  • Counseling and psychological support 
  • Care coordination across hospital and community-based providers 
  • Referrals to specialists and community resources, as needed 
  • Education for patients, families, caregivers, and the community 

Coordination of Community HIV Services 

We work closely with state and local community services and agencies to ensure families have access to the full spectrum of services – from medical care and social support to mental health resources. Our team also works with primary healthcare providers to help manage the care of children living with HIV. 

Comprehensive State-Wide Network 

One of five state-designed pediatric HIV treatment centers in New Jersey, Cooper is proud to serve families throughout the southern region and partner with: 

  • Children's Hospital AIDS Program (CHAP), Newark 
  • UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick 
  • Jersey City Medical Center, Jersey City 
  • St. Joseph's Medical Center, Patterson 

Advancing Treatment Through Research 

Our center participates in the AIDS Clinical Trials Study supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This allows our patients to benefit from access to innovative treatment options and the latest advancements in pediatric HIV care.  

Contact Us 

To learn more about our services or to refer a patient, please call 800.8.COOPER (800.826.6737).