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Planning for Surgery

For Families & Patients

We recognize how much thought and preparation goes into planning for surgery. To help you get ready a team of parents, teens and staff created this part of the Web site to provide information about the surgery experience and answer your questions.

At Children's we know everyone's experience is individual and unique. We are committed to working as a team to meet you and your family's needs.

For Parents




View Pre-Surgery Video Tour for Parents
(6.40 minutes: Lus Hmoob, Iyo Soomalli, En Español)

Preparing for your Child's Surgery

Partnering with Families for Safe and Effective Health Care

For Teens




View Pre-Surgery Video Tour for Teens
(5.23 minutes: Lus Hmoob, Iyo Soomalli, En Español)

Helping teens Prepare for Surgery

Youth Advisory Council

For Kids




View Pre-Surgery Video Tour for Kids
(4.28 minutes: Lus Hmoob, Iyo Soomalli, En Español)

Helping Kids Prepare for Surgery

Read-along Coloring Book

Attend a Pre-Surgery Walking Tour

The pre-surgery program walking tour at each site is the best way to learn about having surgery at Children's. Our pre-surgery programs are designed for patients, parents, and other family members.

Information about Pre-Surgery Walking Tour
Register for Pre-Surgery Walking Tour