San Francisco area parents will soon have a better option when their child faces a medical emergency.

Our Pediatric Emergency Department, opening November 3rd, is dedicated to children ages birth to 18. Child-sized equipement and private rooms, doctors trained in pediatrics and emergency medicine, and Child Life staff who help children cope with medical emergencies make all the difference when dealing with a crisis. While an emergency is never in the plans, plan on us if one happens.

Pediatric Emergency Department
3700 California Street (at Cherry)
San Francisco (view map)
Tel. 415-600-4444
Call 911 for medical emergencies

Services

Our doctors treat both life-threatening illnesses and other less serious conditions, including:
>Abdominal pain, dehydration, fever, croup, severe vomiting or diarrhea
>Asthma or seizures
>Broken bones, fractures, athletic or head injuries, or lacerations

The Pediatric Emergency Department is recognized as a critical care receiving facility by Emergency Medical Services, meaning we have the physician expertise and equipment to care for critical care patients.

Built with Families in Mind

Designed for children and families, the six private rooms in the Pediatric Emergency Department offer a welcoming atmosphere with child-focused decor. Each room is outfitted with the most advanced, child-sized medical equipment, a DVD player and television. Additionally, the emergency rooms can accommodate family members who provide a valuable source of emotional support.

Most importantly, because our waiting room serves only the Pediatric Emergency Department, children enjoy the company of other children, versus adults with serious medical emergencies. Age-appropriate activities including puzzles, coloring books, comics and toys are available. Families can also bring a special toy, activity or comfort item.

A Team Specialized in Children's Care

"Kid Helpers" Put Families at Ease

All children receiving care in the Pediatric Emergency Department will see an attending-level doctor trained in pediatrics and emergency medicine. Our team recognizes that a hospital visit can be frightening, and we work with each patient and family to make the experience as comfortable as possible.

Because medical procedures and illness can be challenging for children and families, California Pacific is unique among Bay Area hospitals in that we provide Child Life staff in the Emergency Department. This team, known as our "Kid Helpers," prepares children for medical procedures and helps explain what they will experience. Some coping techniques our kid helpers use include bubbles, songs, art and puppets. The Child Life staff has special training in child development and hospitalization, and provides a developmentally appropriate and honest approach to one's medical situation.