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surgery at Dayton Children's during COVID-19

is Dayton Children's testing for COVID-19 before surgery and procedures? 

Currently, no COVID-19 testing is required.

what should I expect for the day of surgery?

  • On the day of your child’s surgery, two adult caregivers should come along – please also leave all other children at home if possible. 
  • During your child’s surgery you may wait in your pre-op room, or in the waiting room. 

is it safe to have surgery or a procedure done during the COVID-19 pandemic? 

Yes, it is safe to have surgery. Dayton Children’s has always cared for children with infectious diseases and has steps in place to contain those illnesses. 

what if I can no longer afford this surgery?

Dayton Children's offers a variety of financial assistance options. To apply, follow the process as outlined in our financial assistance policy.  Completion of this application process will qualify the patient/family, at that point, for a discount on outstanding balances. Complete the form online or call Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm at 937-641-3555 or toll-free at 1-800-228-4594 (Ohio only).

questions about coronavirus

If you have additional questions about the coronavirus please call your clinic directly, or call our COVID-19 parent hotline at 1-888-746-KIDS (5437) from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm.

 

news media inquiries visitor restrictions vaccine information
09/16/20 | blog post face mask challenges for students with speech, language needs helping kids with speech, hearing and language issues overcome barriers associated with masking
11/24/20 | news article supporting adult hospitals with COVID surge To support the adult hospitals in our region, Dayton Children’s will soon start to accept adult patients (up to age 35)  transferred from adult hospitals with certain diagnoses.

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