Getting Ready for Outpatient Surgery

View the brochure, Getting Ready for Outpatient Surgery at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC

View the brochure, Getting Ready for Outpatient Surgery at Children’s North and Children’s South

Even Our Minor Surgeries Are Performed By Major Experts

Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC is pleased to offer you and your child a variety of diagnostic and surgical procedures through our outpatient surgery centers.

It is important for you as a parent or guardian to remember that any procedure involving anesthesia or sedation requires both the skills of highly trained medical and nursing personnel and your cooperation and understanding.

The following information is designed to answer any questions that you and your child may have regarding admission to Children's outpatient surgery centers.

The Weeks Before
The Day Before
The Night Before
Eating and Drinking Instructions
Things to Bring Checklist
The Day of Surgery or Procedure
Frequently Asked Questions
Preparing Your Child
How Long Will it Take?
After the Surgery
Caring for Your Child at Home
Pre-admission Tours

Visit Children's Child Health Library for more information about preparing a child for surgery.

Learn more about Hospital Services at Children’s