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We developed the following resources to help you prepare for your child's hospital stay, to inform you of our services and amenities and to make your family's time with us as comfortable as possible. </p> </div> </div> <div class="article-info right-col"> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component content container"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="component column-layout col-2-66-33 col-xs-12 col-2-80-20"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="left-col"> <div class="component rich-text col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <p>We encourage you to be an active member of your child's care team, which includes asking as many questions as needed to put your mind at ease. Our health care providers and staff are here to help.</p> <p>Finally, if someone in your family needs special accommodations for a physical, mental or sensory disability, please let us know before your visit. We will do our best to accommodate you.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="right-col"> </div> </div> </div> <div id="accolades_module" class="component text-with-link col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div><h2 class="field-header">MyChart</h2><p class="font-larger field-text">We encourage you to sign up for MyChart, our online patient portal, if you haven't already. MyChart offers an easy, confidential way to reach your child's health care team and access their medical information online.</p></div><p><a href="https://www.ucsfhealth.org/mychart" target="_self"><button type="button" class="btn btn-primary">Go to MyChart</button></a></p> </div> </div> <div class="component custom-media-component-wrapper col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <h2 class="field-title">Before your visit</h2> <div class="component custom-media-component custom-media-component medium-left col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div><a data-vimeoid="" class="media-wrapper"> <div class="image-wrapper"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/custom-media/preparing-kids-for-a-hospital-stay-720x278-2x.jpg?rev=f0cd20eaab5f48cdb5784e7cc6f1d07d" alt="" width="1440" height="556" /> </div> <div class="icon"><span class="icon-ui-blank"></span></div> </a></div><div class="content-wrapper"><div class="large-icon"><span class="icon-ui-blank"></span></div><h2 class="title field-title">Preparing kids for a hospital stay</h2><div class="link-wrapper"><a href="/your-stay/preparing-kids-for-a-hospital-stay" data-variantitemid="{A8135732-916A-49FF-B496-EC1607A62A50}" data-variantfieldname="Link">Learn more</a></div></div> </div> </div> <div class="component custom-media-component custom-media-component medium-right col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div><a data-vimeoid="" class="media-wrapper"> <div class="image-wrapper"> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/custom-media/preparing-for-your-childs-surgery-720x278-2x.jpg?rev=8deab1ae25f4411d9586061fa5a5d6d2" alt="" width="1440" height="556" /> </div> <div class="icon"><span class=""></span></div> </a></div><div class="content-wrapper"><h2 class="title field-title">Preparing for your child's surgery</h2><div class="link-wrapper"><a href="/your-stay/your-childs-surgery-what-to-expect" data-variantitemid="{232FE5B5-3D67-4EE7-B53E-8C5A20E7129B}" data-variantfieldname="Link">Learn more</a></div></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="component article-cards cards-component col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor"> Preparing for a stay </h2> <div class="view-all"> </div> </div> <div class="cards"> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/billing-and-insurance/health-insurance" class="phantom-link" title="Health Insurance"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/health-insurance-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=bda9470c86ab43c49970ce71353fed21&hash=AFFB0DBFCD21811B09D607361021D943" alt="health-insurance-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Health Insurance </p> <p> We accept numerous health insurance plans at our pediatric hospitals in San Francisco and Oakland. Find out if your plan is one of them. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/family-accommodations" class="phantom-link" title="Family Accommodations"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/family-accommodations-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=40ce986497ae469cb132339286a5c56d&hash=5BDC3B0DA0DF0C2967C5203C68165E0C" alt="family-accommodations-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Family Accommodations </p> <p> Most of our patient rooms can accommodate one overnight guest, and we offer many family amenities. Short-term lodging is also available nearby. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/patient-transport-a-parents-guide" class="phantom-link" title="Patient Transport: A Parent's Guide"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/service/hero/transport-service-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=eb5472a6386346e598c8369713f40bfb&hash=109704E512BE765183528E3A76DF77DC" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Patient Transport: A Parent's Guide </p> <p> Our transport service provides high-level care on the way to our hospitals. Find out what to expect and how you can help ensure a smooth transport. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/your-childs-hospital-stay-what-to-bring" class="phantom-link" title="Your Child's Hospital Stay: What to Bring"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/your-childs-hospital-stay-what-to-bring-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=684ac2c470f1415ab22bc397407ff241&hash=873B798C7F0E19A8637FF34701D1F6E1" alt="your-childs-hospital-stay-what-to-bring-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Your Child's Hospital Stay: What to Bring </p> <p> A favorite pillow, toy, book or electronic device can help your child feel more comfortable while in the hospital. Find out what you can bring. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="component article-cards cards-component col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor"> What to expect </h2> <div class="view-all"> </div> </div> <div class="cards"> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/admissions-and-discharge" class="phantom-link" title="Admissions & Discharge"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/admissions-and-discharge-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=cdedb32765944671b720eeddfb366bff&hash=69986C9D7C8E7A1F8284C75F64152213" alt="admissions-and-discharge-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Admissions & Discharge </p> <p> To plan for your child's hospital stay, read about admission to and discharge from the hospital, and details to make your child as comfortable as possible. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/services/family-amenities" class="phantom-link" title="Family Amenities"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/service/hero/family-amenities1-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=432dbfb1d5cc47c3bf265a316fcf8b8c&hash=7E6B385A580DA489394A951AAF2AF196" alt="" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Family Amenities </p> <p> Family-friendly amenities help you relax and take care of yourself while staying close to your child. We offer lounges, kitchens, showers, breastfeeding rooms and more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/food-services" class="phantom-link" title="Food Services"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/food-services-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=797d4da372bd4a7e8bc077f78a69f459&hash=C1AB3C64AE14E86435A98E10040F2B8A" alt="food-services-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Food Services </p> <p> We offer healthy, convenient options for food and beverages at our cafe's, cafeterias, kiosks and vending machines at our facilities. Learn more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/hospital-policies" class="phantom-link" title="Hospital Policies"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/hospital-policies-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=baaa39d217144a9e9c3202211f4478fb&hash=E58B9F3F803E7869C11B684852A2C1AF" alt="hospital-policies-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Hospital Policies </p> <p> Our hospital policies cover cell phone use, smoking, safety drills and more. Find the details you need to know before your visit. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/patient-rights-and-responsibilities" class="phantom-link" title="Patient Rights & Responsibilities"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/patient-rights-and-responsibilities-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=f6a2d835d53e411fa3fe67c0d5929907&hash=F18913B24F91068DA5CAADDEC6C95699" alt="patient-rights-and-responsibilities-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Patient Rights & Responsibilities </p> <p> Our list of patient rights and responsibilities describes the partnership of mutual respect between you and your child's care team. Learn more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/patient-rooms" class="phantom-link" title="Patient Rooms"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/patient-rooms-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=c620181ff0f34c0dbe95da4cd078a7da&hash=676B2FF2444DCBFF283947CE05CCA94F" alt="patient-rooms-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Patient Rooms </p> <p> Our patient rooms offer a cheerful, comfortable setting for rest and recovery during your child's stay, with amenities such as TVs, WiFi and sofa sleepers. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/patient-safety-how-you-can-help" class="phantom-link" title="Patient Safety: How You Can Help"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/patient-safety-how-you-can-help-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=433fe3bd237341718d34f2c90ec4ef7a&hash=4EFD460F728526FD063F2FE2653F2D58" alt="patient-safety-how-you-can-help-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Patient Safety: How You Can Help </p> <p> You can help the care team safeguard your child's well-being by asking questions, keeping track of medications and other steps for a safe experience. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/your-childs-care-team" class="phantom-link" title="Your Child's Care Team"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/your-childs-care-team-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=6ac88a7d9f344da5b0e63b7484e32cb0&hash=26457401735862F8FCFAED77CBC3833B" alt="your-childs-care-team-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Your Child's Care Team </p> <p> Our doctors, nurses, child life specialists and other providers have special training to care for children. Meet your child's care team. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="component article-cards cards-component col-xs-12"> <div class="component-content"> <div> <h2 class="heading1 title-anchor"> Visitor information </h2> <div class="view-all"> </div> </div> <div class="cards"> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/contact-a-patient" class="phantom-link" title="Contact a Patient"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/contact-a-patient-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=e668137a3daf4309bdafbe2d6b07f0f7&hash=963C58A533B75FA78205F5F726A42BAD" alt="contact-a-patient-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Contact a Patient </p> <p> You can contact your child or other patients by phone, message or postal mail during their hospital stay. Find out how. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/food-services" class="phantom-link" title="Food Services"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/food-services-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=797d4da372bd4a7e8bc077f78a69f459&hash=C1AB3C64AE14E86435A98E10040F2B8A" alt="food-services-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Food Services </p> <p> We offer healthy, convenient options for food and beverages at our cafe's, cafeterias, kiosks and vending machines at our facilities. Learn more. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/gift-shops" class="phantom-link" title="Gift Shops"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/gift-shops-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=e047cc667ce7466782dae06c82eeffef&hash=87EC27E9EC507EFECCB76BE987FA0368" alt="gift-shops-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Gift Shops </p> <p> Our gift shops offer a variety of gifts, such as flowers, plants, balloons, toys, books, candy and more, for children and families during a hospital stay. </p> <span class="field-read-more-link"> <span class="include-ucsf-arrow"></span> </span> </div> </div> </div> <div class="card"> <div class="component-content"> <div class="card-content"> <a href="/your-stay/visiting-hours-and-guidelines" class="phantom-link" title="Visiting Hours & Guidelines"></a> <img loading="lazy" src="/-/media/project/ucsf/ucsf-bch/images/article/hero/visiting-hours-and-guidelines-2x.jpg?h=376&w=974&rev=2af05e73ac724485a63286b4042386dc&hash=C49AF7CFDDF3CDCF8B12745ABE2738C4" alt="visiting-hours-and-guidelines-2x" width="2880" height="1112" /> <p class="font-larger"> Visiting Hours & Guidelines </p> <p> The visiting hours at our hospitals include policies for critical care areas and flu season. 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