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Location and hours

Boston Children's Hospital 
Fegan Building, 8th and 10th floors 
617-355-1900

Appointments

To schedule or cancel an appointment, call 617-355-1900.

  • Initial evaluations (your first visit): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday

What to bring

  • Blood test results
  • IGRA results
  • Previous chest X-rays (actual films via a CD)
  • Insurance card(s)
  • Name and telephone number of your referring physician

What to expect

At your first clinic visit, your child will be seen by one of our doctors or nurse practitioners. The visit will include a complete physical exam and medical history. A variety of tests to help confirm a diagnosis of TB infection may also be performed. These may include a chest X-ray.

After your examination, we will discuss our findings with you and recommend the best course of treatment.

We'll also provide you with educational materials about TB and show you how to care for your child at home, including how to give your child his or her medication.

Your first clinic visit will usually last 60 to 90 minutes. Follow-up visits are usually shorter. Parking is free in the Boston Children’s garage.

Picking up your prescription

Anti-tuberculosis medications are provided free of charge by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We prefer that you fill your prescription through the hospital.

Nursing line

Nurses are available to answer clinical and prescription questions, review test results, and address urgent matters.

Messages can be left for the nursing staff at 617-355-1900. This line is regularly checked between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. During all other hours, you will be prompted to leave a message, and someone will return your call.

You can also send any non-urgent questions and requests through the MyChildren’s Patient Portal. If a medical emergency arises, please call 911.

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