Children are not just small adults. When a child needs a surgical service, there are special considerations. Pediatric surgery doctors use special equipment and facilities to meet the needs of their young patients.
Surgical services for children and adolescents
At the Ascension St. John Medical Center, we provide all forms of pediatric chest and abdominal operations, including:
- Laparoscopy
- Thoracoscopy
- Endocrine and thyroid
- Pediatric GU (genitourinary)
We use the latest technology and specialize in minimally-invasive approaches. Our pediatric surgery care team includes a board-certified pediatric surgeon, pediatric intensivists, and specially trained pediatric nurses to guide patients on the road to recovery.
For more information, call 918-748-7878.
Facilities
The pediatric department at St. John is warm and cheerful - designed to put children and families at ease. Our child life specialist provides activities to boost kids’ spirits as well as educational events, such as pre-surgery hospital tours to explain things and ease anxiety.
Especially ill or injured children receive around-the-clock monitoring and care in our newly renovated pediatric intensive care unit.
Compassionate care
No one wants to hear their child may need surgical care, but our team will help patients and their families understand why it is necessary, what it involves, and what to expect during your time at St. John. The health and well-being of our patients is our priority. We care for the whole person – body, mind, and spirit.
Connected to a national network
The pediatric surgery services team is fully backed by the resources of the Ascension St. John Health System.
