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Preparing for Heart Surgery
These tips cover some of the main things you should know about preparing yourself and your child for heart surgery, hospitalization, and recovery.
June 16, 2011 -
After Heart Surgery
After surgery, your child will likely go to the pediatric cardiothoracic intensive care unit. You will be able to visit your child there, even though some tubes and equipment may still be attached for a few days.
Aug. 17, 2010 -
During Heart Surgery
Heart surgery usually takes between two and eight hours, although a lot of this time is used for the safe preparation of your child before surgery and the careful stabilization of your child as surgery is finishing.
Aug. 17, 2010 -
Pediatric Cardiology Glossary
The health care team of the Duke Children’s Heart Program has many members, all working together to provide the best possible care for your child and family. Learn about the team of providers who will care for you and your family.
Aug. 17, 2010 -
Surgery
Duke’s Pediatric Plastic Surgeons bring the most up-to-date ideas and technology and combine them with time-proven techniques to deliver the very best possible results.
May 17, 2010 -
Duke Guide to Care of Children with Cleft Conditions
The Duke University Cleft Lip and Palate Program utilizes the team approach for the care and treatment of cleft conditions.
June 28, 2007 -
Comprehensive Craniofacial Program Team Member Roles
A list, with definitions, of the different specialists and health care providers on the craniofacial team.
June 25, 2007 -
Glossary
Definitions of terms related to cleft lip and palate treatment at Duke.
June 20, 2007 -
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about cleft lip and palate and its treatment at Duke.
June 20, 2007 -
Psychological Perspectives
As a member of the cleft palate team, the psychologist stands ready to offer assistance and constructive advice to help your family get through the rough spots.
June 20, 2007
