About
Arthur Childs, DO, has practiced medicine for over thirty years, building his career entirely in and around Cape May Court House, New Jersey. He earned his medical degree and completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. During training, he served as Chief Medical Resident and received recognition as Intern of the Year, Medical Resident of the Year, and Chief Fellow. He then completed a fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Kennedy Memorial Hospitals, UMDNJ.
Before settling into private practice in 1992, Dr. Childs spent five years in emergency medicine. He served as Chair of the Critical Care Committee at Cape Regional Medical Center, President of the Medical Staff, and Medical Director of the Diabetic Care Team. He holds a Master's degree from Jefferson University School of Population Health in Healthcare Quality and Safety. He currently holds a faculty position as Clinical Professor at ROWAN University School of Osteopathic Medicine. His clinical focus spans preventive medicine, diabetes, chronic disease management, and palliative care. Outside medicine, Dr. Childs pursues photography under the name ARtieDoc Photography, traveling to West Greenland, Antarctica, Scotland, and Iceland. He donates proceeds from print sales to HopeMusicFest, a 501(c)(3) charity his wife Dr. Julianne Childs runs to support local cancer patients facing financial hardship.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Fellowship
Critical Care Medicine, Kennedy Memorial Hospitals, UMDNJ
Additional Training
Master's degree, Jefferson University School of Population Health, Healthcare Quality and Safety; Clinical Professor, ROWAN University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Childs right for?
Dr. Childs suits adults who want a primary care physician deeply involved in every aspect of their health. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease benefit from his longitudinal, relationship-driven approach. Families with aging parents value his care coordination and focus on preserving independence. Patients navigating serious illness or end-of-life planning find his palliative care experience especially relevant. Anyone who has felt rushed or underserved in a standard practice will appreciate that appointments routinely run more than an hour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Childs focuses on internal medicine, preventive medicine, diabetes, long-term chronic disease management, and palliative care. He also handles care coordination for patients with complex or overlapping conditions. His background in emergency and critical care medicine adds depth to how he assesses and manages acute situations.
Dr. Childs holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree and trained in internal medicine, critical care, and emergency medicine. He completed his fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Kennedy Memorial Hospitals, UMDNJ, and earned recognition as Chief Medical Resident during his training at UMDNJ.
Dr. Childs earned his medical degree and completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He then completed a fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Kennedy Memorial Hospitals, UMDNJ. He also holds a Master's degree in Healthcare Quality and Safety from Jefferson University School of Population Health.
Dr. Childs has practiced medicine for over thirty years. He has maintained a private practice in Cape May Court House since 1992, making him a long-established physician in the Cape May County community.
Yes. Dr. Childs has directed palliative and nursing home care for patients and their families throughout his career. He counsels patients and family members on serious illness and end-of-life matters, serving as a consistent advocate during those critical periods.
Yes. Dr. Childs works directly with specialists both locally and in Philadelphia. He manages referrals, communicates with consulting physicians, and keeps members informed throughout the process. Patients do not navigate specialist relationships on their own.
Dr. Childs currently serves as a Clinical Professor at ROWAN University School of Osteopathic Medicine. This role keeps him connected to current medical education and emerging clinical thinking.
Dr. Childs views chronic illness as something interwoven into a patient's whole life, not just a set of lab values. He devotes extended appointment time to understanding the full picture. His background in critical care and his Master's training in Healthcare Quality and Safety inform a thorough, systematic approach to managing long-term conditions.
Yes. Dr. Childs provides members with his personal cell phone number and maintains 24/7 availability. Members consistently note that he answers his phone directly, which gives them confidence outside of scheduled appointments.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026