Health Tips - The Hospital Setting
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The Hospital Setting
Where will my child have surgery?
Your child most likely has been referred by your pediatrician to a pediatric surgeon, or other specialist that has special training to care for infants, children, and adolescents. Surgery may be performed at a physician's office, a clinic, an outpatient surgery center, or the hospital, depending on the following:
- the reason for surgery
- whether the surgery is considered major or minor
- whether or not the surgery is an emergency
- your physician's preferences
- your preferences
Pediatric surgeons often work with a multidisciplinary team, including anesthesiologists, radiologists, nurses, and other medical professionals who are experienced in caring for children.
How long will my child stay in the hospital after minor surgery?
Many surgeries performed on children are done as an outpatient. With minor surgeries, your child will return to the outpatient surgery center after spending the required time in the recovery room. When your child is fully awake, able to drink some fluids, and meet all discharge criteria required by your child's surgeon, he/she will be discharged home. Some surgeries require that your child stay overnight to allow observation by the nursing staff.
How long will my child stay in the hospital after major surgery?
With a major surgical procedure, the time in the hospital is determined by the nature of the surgery and the health of your child. Some surgeries will require a stay in intensive care for close monitoring before your child is moved to a regular inpatient bed. On the pediatric unit, your child's recovery will continue to be monitored and immediate medical attention will be provided in case of complications. Your surgeon will be able to discuss your child's expected length of stay when you first meet during the preoperative visit. If your child has underlying medical conditions, his/her recovery time may be longer.
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P. Stephen Almond, MD - See also Pediatric Renal Transplant
Pediatric SurgeonMohammad Ali Emran, MD
Pediatric SurgeonJennifer Garza, MD - (956) 688-1280
Pediatric SurgeonAmbrosio Hernandez, MD - (956) 688-1280
Pediatric SurgeonChildren's Surgical Services Main Office
3533 S. Alameda Furman Bldg, 3rd Floor
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
Phone: 361-694-4700
Fax: (361) 694-4701
Hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pmFor appointments, assistance, and physician referrals in Corpus Christi:
Phone: (361) 694-4700 or
Toll Free Phone: (800) DCH-LOVE
Fax (361) 694-4701
For appointments, assistance, and physician referrals in Brownsville, Harlingen, McAllen, Laredo, or Victoria:
Toll Free Phone: (800) 525-TOTS or
Brownsville Fax: (956) 982-2445
McAllen Fax: (956) 668-7646
Harlingen Fax: (956) 412-3357
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