Patients and Families

F.) Things to Bring Checklist

Any papers provided by your child’s doctor, including the History and Physical form and the Consent form

Legal guardian papers

If you are not the biological parent (natural mother or father) of the child, you must bring copies of court documents of your legal right to give consent for the procedure and anesthesia. If you have any questions, please contact the social worker for the surgical service that cares for your child by calling 412-692-5255.

Insurance company authorization, if required by your insurer
Insurance card and social security card
Storage cases for your child’s eyeglasses, contact lenses and/or orthodontic retainer
Favorite security object from home (pacifier, toy, blanket, CD player, etc.)
Preferred bottle, sippy cup or sports bottle