Pediatrics at the Clinical Center
Because more children are taking part
in clinical research studies at the Clinical Center, we offer complete
services for pediatric patients.
Pediatric Inpatient Service
A 17-bed pediatric inpatient unit (13 West) and an 11-bed pediatric unit
(9 West) provide care for patients from all Institutes. These two units
provide family-centered care, including rooming-in for one parent and
a children’s playroom. Children and families receive age-appropriate
patient teaching, health promotion, and physical and emotional support.
Nurses trained to care for children and their families staff both units. Recreation therapy, art therapy, social work services, dietary services,
spiritual ministry, and a schoolteacher all make the child’s hospital
stay as pleasant as possible—for the child as well as the family.
A board-certified pediatrician staffs the
pediatric inpatient service. This doctor is available for advice or consultation
and reviews the health status of all child patients with charge nurses
every day. The pediatrician also joins Institute staff for ward rounds,
helps with general child health issues, and works with ward staff on each
child’s medical plan. Meals are tailored to the needs and desires
of children.
Pediatric Day Hospital
The Pediatric Day Hospital, located on
9 West, provides skilled care for children who need special care but do
not need to be admitted as inpatients. Services include:
- medication administration
- patient and family teaching
- blood and urine testing
A nearby playroom is a comfortable place
for children and their families.
Playroom Hours: Weekdays, 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Weekends and holidays, 9 a.m.
to 5:30 p.m.
Pediatric Consult Services
The Pediatric Consult Service
is a resource for any clinical researcher who needs assistance with caring
for pediatric patients. Researchers may ask for a one-time consultation
for an acute pediatric problem or for more consultations to help manage
long-term conditions.
Our goal is to provide the best possible
care to you and your child.
This information is prepared specifically for patients taking part in
clinical research at the Warren Grant Magnuson Clinical Center at the National
Institutes of Health. It may not apply to individuals who are patients elsewhere.
If you have questions about the information presented here, talk to a member
of your health care team.
