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The Pediatric Critical Care Unit (PCCU) is a 36-bed unit that provides highly specialized care for critically ill children. The PCCU is comprised of the PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) and the PCICU (Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit). The PCCU patient population includes children with various conditions including neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, renal/genitourinary ,orthopedic, complex congenital anomalies, burns, traumatic injures, and /or multi-system involvement.
The PCCU serves as a regional and national referral center for critically ill children and their families who require the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services. The PCCU is a team of physicians, nurses, social workers, case managers, respiratory therapists, child life specialists, and other essential care providers.
One of our goals is to prevent disease and infection throughout the care of your child. We strive continuously to identify new techniques and treatments that will contribute to the future well-being of your child and family. The PCCU at Children's Hospital provides a unique environment for your child, an environment designed to assist in the improvement and healing process. Our goal is to provide service excellence as a family-centered care facility.
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