Children’s Health℠ Specialty Center 1 Plano

Children’s Health^℠ Specialty Center 1 Plano Campus provides outpatient care for children from birth to age 18. It is attached to the Children's Medical Center Plano, which extends the world-class service of our system to families moving to North Texas and beyond.

The medical staff includes specialists from UT Southwestern who have a vast base of talent and knowledge as well as community-based physicians. Together, the specialty center offers the largest suburban group of pediatric specialists in the nation. Located at 7609 Preston Road, the campus sits on a 155-acre site surrounded by green space that provides an environment of healing and tranquility for patients and families.

Amenities

Information Desk

On the first floor of the Specialty Center 1 Plano, near P1600

These amenities and services are located in the main campus of Children’s Medical Center Plano, which is attached to the specialty center.

ATM

A Bank of America automatic teller machine (ATM) is located in the main hospital lobby on the 1st floor. It is to the right of the Admitting department.

Concierge

Phone: 469-303-2195

Guest relations representatives help your child, family and visitors when questions arise. They work as a link between healthcare providers, patients and patient families. They can also provide campus directions and information on local and hospital amenities. You can recognize guest relations representatives by their navy blue blazers.

Dining and Nourishment

The following dining options are for families and guests of patients. Patients staying overnight may order from room service. 

Plano Café

Monday – Friday 6:30 am - 3:00 pm

The Plano Café consists of a salad bar, sandwich bar and different specials of the day. Snacks, soft drinks and desserts are also available, with healthy options as well.

Coffee Shop

Monday – Friday 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

The Plano Coffee Shop, which serves Starbucks coffee, is located on the first floor of the main hospital atrium, near the information desk.

Nourishment Areas

Inpatient floors have a kitchen located at the end of each inpatient hall. Complimentary coffee, an ice machine, refrigerator, and microwave are provided for families. Families on regular inpatient rooms are welcome to bring food and coolers from home, but are asked to label any food appropriately that is left in the refrigerator.

Vending Machines

Vending machines with beverages and snacks are located in the Emergency Room waiting area, next to the Concierge.

Security

Phone: 469-303-2889

The Security department provides uniformed officer patrols throughout our campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The officers can assist with directions, escort you to your car and provide limited assistance with minor vehicle problems such as a dead battery or low tire. On-campus parking lots are equipped with emergency blue light phones to call for Security assistance. The emergency blue light phones are easily seen in the parking lots throughout the campus. To report any unusual or suspicious activity, please call Security at 469-303-2889 immediately.

Parking

How much is parking at Children's Health Specialty Center 1 Plano?

Free parking is available at Specialty Center 1 Plano for both valet and self-parking.

Valet parking

Complimentary valet parking is available in front of the main hospital entrance.

Valet hours

• Monday - Friday: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
• Weekends: Valet not available

After hours, contact security for keys at 469-303-2889.

Self-parking

Self-parking is free at Children’s Health Specialty Center 1 Plano.

Free EV charging stations for electric vehicles are available near Specialty Center 2. Both Tesla and universal charging options are available.