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LGMC is equipped to handle both serious trauma and everyday illnesses, any time of the day or night. Our services offer the best in specialized and skilled medical care, from newborn to 16 years of age. Pediatric patients are cared for by a highly experienced team of nurses. Their skill in treating a range of childhood illnesses and diseases is equally matched by their compassion and understanding.
Our specialists include:
- pediatric intensivists on staff
- pediatricians
- pediatric cardiology
- pediatric neurosurgery
- pediatric urology
- pediatric pulmonology
- anesthesiology
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
The eight-bed, Level II Pediatric Intensive Care Unit is specially equipped for pediatric trauma patients, including isolation rooms with special ventilation. The PICU at Lafayette General has the distinct advantage of being a part of a full-service hospital, so specialists like orthopedists and neurologists are always on-hand for emergencies.
PICU nurses are the top in their field, with specialized education and ongoing training. Our nursing staff excels in balancing family involvement and visitation with providing a safe environment.
Pediatric Imaging
LGMC radiologists and radiologic technicians are experienced in pediatric imaging�offering conscious sedation for MRI and CT scans in-house. In an emergency, this service is invaluable to physicians for quick and accurate diagnoses.
Pediatric Care Treatment Area
Our regular ER staff is certified to treat pediatric patients, and will continue to do so with a high level of expertise. However, LGMC has expanded pediatric care services with pediatricians in the ER available from 10 am to midnight, Monday through Friday, and 11 am to 11 pm, Saturday and Sunday.
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Pediatric Treatment Area
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