If you are a parent whose child needs surgery, it is normal to feel anxious and unsure about what to expect. Conceived by a practicing pediatric surgeon, this app allows you and your child to explore the operating room environment at your own pace. You can learn about the process of preparing for an operation, meet the people that work there and learn what to expect in the recovery room and at home. Having a child undergo surgery is never easy; this app is designed to make it a little bit easier.

 

Features:

- “Child view” with 5 easy-to-use scenes featuring interactive characters and equipment

- Your child’s picture can be embedded within the app.

- “Parent View” providing tips and information every parent should know prior to the date of surgery.

- 11 embedded videos by a practicing pediatric surgeon provides additional information about what to expect

 

We realize many parents do not have access to an iPad, so we've tried to include as much information as possible on this website. Click on the slideshow on the homepage for some of the important 'scenes' in an operation, and take a look at the videos section for some more information. 

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