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Clinic appointments

What to bring


  • Appointment information (i.e. doctor’s name, department name and location)
  • Name, address and telephone number of your referring doctor
  • Name, address and telephone number of your family doctor (if different from above)
  • BC CareCard
  • Blue hospital ID card (if your child has one from a previous visit)
  • Immunization records
  • List of medications your child takes
  • Medical or personal records, such as x-rays or lab tests. If you are unsure about what to bring, please call the clinic office.
  • Another adult to assist you, especially if you need to bring other children
  • Books, games, snacks, diapers, a change of baby clothes or other necessities to keep your child occupied while waiting
Please do not bring food if your child is fasting for a test.
 

Preparing your child for a hospital visit

 
Infants
 
Bring a familiar object such as a toy, blanket or pacifier to help comfort your baby. Come prepared with a bottle or food (unless your child is fasting).
 
Toddlers
 
Younger children do better with a shorter preparation time. Find out as much as you can about the procedure. If you know what to expect, you will be able to better help your child. Use short words and phrases to tell your child about the visit.
 
Preschoolers
 
Answer questions that your preschooler has truthfully, using words that your child can understand. Tell your child the doctor’s name and encourage them to ask questions.
 
School-age children
 
Give your child honest and accurate information in advance of the appointment. Emphasize that an outpatient appointment is not the same as staying overnight in the hospital. Encourage your child to ask questions during the appointment.
 
If you would like advice on preparing your child for a hospital visit, please contact the Child Life Department.
 
The Family Resource Library contains several resources to help you prepare your child for a visit to the hospital.