Pediatrics

Robert Kelly, M.D.

Professor of Surgery

Dr. Robert E. Kelly Jr., MD, is a pediatric surgeon specializing in pediatric general surgery at Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters (CHKD) in Norfolk, Virginia. With over 39 years of active clinical practice, he dedicates 100% of his time to his primary practice at CHKD's Pediatric Surgery division, treating a wide range of congenital and acquired surgical conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. His expertise encompasses complex pediatric procedures, including those involv

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Surgery (American Board of Surgery)
Pediatric Surgery (American Board of Surgery)

Education & Training

Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (MD, 1985)
Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (Surgery, 1992)
Fellowship: UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center (Pediatric Surgery-ECMO, 1990)
Fellowship: University at Buffalo (Pediatric Surgery, 1994)

Years in Practice

40+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Pediatric SurgerySurgical Sports Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Musculoskeletal ConditionsConcussionShoulder InstabilityACL ReconstructionMeniscus TearsRotator Cuff RepairACL & Ligament ReconstructionArthroscopic SurgerySports Injuries

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Kelly treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Kelly accept Aetna insurance?

Robert Kelly's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 6 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Kelly practice?

Robert Kelly practices in Norfolk, VA with hospital affiliations including Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.

What does Dr. Kelly specialize in?

Robert Kelly is a board-certified pediatrics specialist with focus areas in Pediatric Surgery and Surgical Sports Medicine.

How long has Dr. Kelly been practicing?

Robert Kelly has 41+ years of clinical experience in pediatrics.

What is Dr. Kelly's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (MD, 1985); Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (Surgery, 1992); Fellowship: UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center (Pediatric Surgery-ECMO, 1990).