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Your Child's Surgery or Procedure

Welcome to Children’s. During your child's surgery or procedure, we will do everything possible to make sure you and your child feel included, safe and comfortable.

We consider you and your child essential members of the health care team. Please ask us questions at any time.

On the pages in this section you'll find easy-to-use checklists and information about coming to Children’s for a surgery or procedure.

In This Section

• Before You Arrive
  What to do once the surgery/procedure is scheduled and things to bring to Children’s.
• Preparing Your Child
  Tips to help your child feel safer about his upcoming visit.
• The Day of Surgery
  Things to bring and what to expect on the day of your child's surgery/procedure.
• Talking with Your Child's Doctor
  Helpful questions to ask your child's doctor.
• Going Home
  How to prepare to care for your child at home.

Seattle Children's provides healthcare for the special needs of children regardless of race, sex, creed, ethnicity or disability. Financial assistance for medically necessary services is based on family income and hospital resources and is provided to children under age 21 whose primary residence is Washington, Alaska, Montana or Idaho.