24 Hrs Pediatric Emergency Unit
24 Hrs Pediatric Emergency Unit
The commitment of our Pediatric Emergency Unit is to be prepared to care for infants and children with all types of emergent medical needs. When needed, we begin the process of sedation and pain management right away and ensure your child is diagnosed as fast as possible by experts in the field. This means that your child will receive the treatment and care he or she needs in the least amount of time possible, which strengthens outcomes, decreases recovery time and minimizes pain.
The Right Tools and Expertise for Your Child
When you’re choosing a place to take your child for emergency care, you don’t get a chance to select a doctor. What you’re selecting is a place. At Parijat Children's Hospital, our pediatric specialists have made a commitment to caring for children. Be assured that our doctors, whether he or she is a surgeon, radiologist, anesthesiologist, gastroenterologist or other specialist, are highly skilled doctor trained in pediatric care who has made a commitment to caring for children
Our pediatric emergency physicians and other health care professionals have the expertise needed to provide exceptional care for your child.
Selected Pediatric Emergency Conditions
Appendicitis
Inflammation of the appendix
Asthma-related problems
problems caused by asthma, a disorder of the breathing airway that can cause wheezing and shortness of breath
Broken/fractured bones
Breaks or fractures in bones
Constipation
Bowel movements that are difficult to pass and/or infrequent
Croup
A condition with a loud, distinctive cough that leads to difficulty in breathing
Dentistry problems
Any issues related to teeth, including missing or broken teeth or trauma to the mouth
Dehydration
A condition caused when the body does not have enough water
Diabetes-related problems
Any problems caused when there is too much sugar in the blood, which may result in vomiting and dehydration
Diarrhea
Too much water in bowel movements or stool
Fever
An elevation in body temperature
Head injuries
Trauma to the head, such as a concussion
Poisoning
Swallowing or inhaling a toxic substance that may cause pain or breathing problems
Rash
An inflammation that causes changes to the skin’s color or texture, such as a diaper rash, sunburn or ringworm
Seizures
Abnormal electrical activity in the brain that may result in loss of awareness and changes in physical movement, as well as thrashing
Sprains, strains and tears
Injuries to the body’s ligaments or muscles
Vomiting
Throwing up the stomach’s contents
What makes our pediatric Emergency Unit different from other?
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Doctors, nurses and staff specialize in caring for children with urgent medical needs
Prepared to handle any pediatric emergency, from an allergic reaction to broken bones to serious illness
Customized child-sized technology and equipment
All patients are seen by a doctor specially trained in emergency care
Specialized pediatric transport team for critically ill children
