Childhood Health

Childhood Health Associates of Salem, known affectionately as CHAOS, is an independently owned pediatric practice serving children and families in Salem, Oregon. Established in 1977 as a one-doctor practice, it has grown into a team of pediatric medical and behavioral health professionals supported by experienced staff. The practice aims to provide quality care for children with a range of needs, from routine prevention to ongoing health concerns, and supports young adults as they begin managing their own healthcare.

CHAOS offers preventive care, behavioral health services, disease management, urgent health care, and care coordination. Its clinicians care for both children with special needs and those with more typical pediatric health needs. Families can contact the office by phone or use the patient portal to request appointments, message providers, view chart information such as vaccine records, and pay bills online. The practice emphasizes infection control, including sanitizing rooms between visits, and can arrange to reduce waiting-room time for medically fragile children.