Inpatient Pediatrics
Welcome to the Pediatric Inpatient Unit
Director: Chi-Cheng Huang, M.D.
Information: (617) 414-4320
We provide the highest quality health care to children, adolescents and their families. Our specially trained staff includes physicians, nurses, nutritionists, pharmacists, physicial therapists, social workers and child life specialists who work together as a team to ensure that all aspects of our patients' health needs are met. We are proud to serve a diverse population from many cultural backgrounds. In addition to the Pediatric Inpatient Unit, a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) provides the staff and technology required to care for children of all ages who need special assistance.
High-Quality Medical Care
While our facilities are state-of-the-art, it is reallyour staff of caring dedicated professionals who make the difference. From our skilled and compassionate nurses to the full array of pediatric medical and surgical specialists, we are all committed to providing the best care to our patients.
Family Friendly Environment
The hospitalization of a child can be a stressful experience for families, so we make it a priority to provide support to families during their hospital stay. Parents or guardians are encouraged to visit any time, and one parent is welcome to stay overnight with his/her child. Other visitors are welcome betwen the hours of 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Pain Free Pediatrics
Our staff is committed to making your child as comfortable as possible while in the hospital, especially during procedures such as drawing blood. these procedures are done in special treatment rooms that are equipped with supplies to help children feel more at ease.
Child Life Program & Roof Top Playground
Child Life is a service designed to support the developmental and emotional needs of children in the healthcare setting. The Child Life Specialist minimizes the stress of the medical environment through play, music, art, coping activities and preparation experiences. The Child Life Program offers a variety of age and developmentally appropriate materials. Children are encouraged to participate in a fun, supportive and culturally sensitive environment. A Roof Top Playground is also available to aid in patients' recoveries.
Parents' Resource Room
We want to help you take care of your child after you leave the hospital, so we have a Parent Resource Room to provide you with information about your child's illness, as well as information about support groups and other community resources.
Reach Out and Read
We are one of the few pediatric inpatient units that participates in the nationally recognized Reach Out and Read program which promotes literacy to our patients and their families.
Tutoring Program
On site and home tutoring services are provided for children likely to miss 14+ days of school during the school year. Please click on link for more information.
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
The PICU is designed to care for critically ill children of all ages who require intensive monitoring and interventions.
For more information:
Chi-Cheng Huang, M.D.
Pediatric Inpatient Unit
Boston Medical Center
840 Harrison Avenue, 4th Floor
Boston MA 02118
(61) 414-4320 |
