Committed to the physical and mental health of your child, Meriter Hospital offers a comprehensive program of services for children, from birth to adolescence. Our specialized professional staff offers family-centered care in a friendly atmosphere. We encourage parents to participate in their child's care as much as possible.
            
Meriter Pediatric Center
The Pediatric Center, located adjacent to the Emergency Department, is an 8-bed unit that centralizes care for children receiving emergency and in-patient services at Meriter Hospital.

Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, Meriter pediatric hospitalists will collaborate with a team of emergency physicians, physician assistants and nurses, all of whom are trained to care for children. The pediatric hospitalists are also available to support community pediatricians to ensure the highest quality of care during a child’s emergency visit or hospitalization.

Our team of pediatric hospitalists includes:
Dr. Baumann-Blackmore
Dr. Bencivenga
Dr. Grant
Dr. Lee                  
Dr. Mason

The Pediatric Center was designed with the family in mind and includes a child-friendly waiting area. Each in-patient room is outfitted with a sleeper-chair, full bathroom and entertainment center in an effort to make an unexpected hospital stay as comfortable as possible. 

“My daughter received excellent care. Everyone involved showed competency and appropriate compassion towards her. Every step was explained clearly to me. The doctor and nurses all did their jobs really well. Thank You!”
        
Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Newborn Intensive Care Unit is the best place for premature or sick newborns to receive the advanced care they need. Designated as a Level III NICU, we are recognized as a premier regional center for excellence in high-risk neonatal care.

Baby Friendly Hospital Designation
Meriter Hospital is recognized as a Baby-Friendly birth facility through the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. This initiative is sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) to encourage and recognize facilities that provide optimal levels of care for breastfeeding mothers and their babies.
            
Behavioral and Addiction Services
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Program provides sensitive, responsive and innovative treatment for youths with psychiatric disorders. NewStart offers confidential, comprehensive caring treatment to adolescents suffering from chemical dependency.
            
Pediatric Therapy
Meriter helps children attain their full potential in all facets of life. Meriter’s Pediatric Therapy Team provides care for children ages birth through adolescence and is available upon referral. Our therapists provide comprehensive treatment to children who have developmental challenges or medical conditions that interfere with their physical development, coordination, communication or learning. Our specialists work closely with families to create individualized treatment plans.  Some of our services include:          
Feeding and Swallowing
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Speech & Language
          
Child Protection
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program provides services to sexual assault victims. It is the only program of its kind in Dane County, and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Hospital Tours

Individual tours are given to children and parents who have a planned admission. The tour will show you and your child what to expect when you come to the hospital.
               
If possible, the best time for a tour is within one week of the admission, depending on the age of the child. If you would like to arrange for a tour, please call one of our pediatric nurses at 608.417.6202.