2730 Pierce Street • Sioux
City, Iowa • Phone 712-294-7777
We Are Known to be Child-Friendly
| At Pierce
Street Same Day Surgery we're proud of our child-friendly
reputation. Children are comfortable at the
center because of our warm and personal setting.
Our staff offers attentive individualized care
to your child. |
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To Parents of Children Having Surgery
We work to help your child feel at ease with our play area, books and toys
to enjoy before coming to his or her patient room.
Feel welcome to stay with your child right
up to the time of surgery, and join your child
after the procedure.
- Bring a favorite toy or blanket with you
which may stay with your child.
- If your child takes a bottle or sippy cup
you are welcome to bring it for use after surgery.
- An IV may be in place, but can be removed
as soon as your child is drinking liquids.
Guidelines
- Do not allow
your child to eat or drink water or other
fluids after midnight the evening before surgery
unless otherwise
instructed.
- A parent or guardian
must accompany children and remain in the surgery
center
during the procedure.
- Please arrange
for child care for other children. Children
should not be left unattended in waiting areas.
Extra Amenities to Help your Child
Favors for Children
Every child who has surgery receives a stuffed animal as a special
welcome gift.
Gift Shop
If you'd like to purchase a special gift, an array of huggable
stuffed toys, books and other items are available
at the hospital gift shop.
Let us know if you would like
us to arrange a balloon delivery
to take home with your child after
surgery.
