Pediatric Surgical Services
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, pediatric surgery specialists have the widest range of treatment options, the most extensive and comprehensive training and the greatest expertise in dealing with children and in treating children's needs.
That’s what you’ll find at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
Specialties
At Children's, nurses, surgeons and anesthesiologists have received specialized training in the following
pediatric surgical specialty services:
We care for infants, children and adolescents. Our pediatric surgery team is experienced in caring for the wide variety of medical issues children may have, ranging from hernias or appendicitis to cancer or serious congenital anomalies. In 2009, over 38,000 surgical procedures (both inpatient and outpatient) were performed in the Children's state-of-the-art operating rooms at our four Atlanta area locations.
Children's offers four convenient locations throughout Georgia for pediatric outpatient surgery. Our child-friendly facilities feature pediatric surgery equipment specifically designed to meet a child’s unique needs. Children’s also offers comprehensive pain management for infants to young adults, creating a more positive surgery experience for children while maintaining excellent surgical outcomes.
Children find comfort in our pre-op playrooms and bright and cheery surroundings. Their parents find comfort in knowing that their child receives care from expert medical staff and minimized discomfort after surgery in a child and family-friendly setting.