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Providing emotional support for your children, and you.    It is undeniable that hospitals can be a daunting experience for all, but when a child is faced with a difficult diagnosis or staying in the hospital, it can be especially overwhelming. Fortunately, Renown Health has a team of experts called the Child Life team to help.   This group of devoted healthcare providers collaborate with kids who have been admitted to the hospital, as well as children whose family member is a patient at Renown, to ensure they understand every aspect of their visit, while also letting them be kids.   Child Life Specialists provide support to children and their families by:    Assessing patients developmental level and tailoring interactions to each individual family need Helping children cope with worries, fears and/or separation Making doctors, needles, and tests a little less scary by creating coping plans Organizing activities in the playroom and at bedside Addressing parent and caregiver concerns Preparing patients and families for what to expect Fostering a therapeutic environment through play opportunities Offering a hand to hold during tests, procedures, and tough stuff Offering services like art, music and pet therapy Creating special memories and mementos for children and families in times of grief and loss The Child Life Program is available seven days a week at Renown Health and the team can be reached at 775-982-5173.

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Ways to Schedule Your Virtual Visit Renown providers offer virtual visits for some appointment types, including primary care, specialty care, and urgent care – allowing you to see your provider from the comfort of your home.   Urgent Care Login to MyChart to schedule a virtual urgent care visit. Click on the "Talk to a doctor" video icon within the MyChart portal to get started! Providers are available via video chat during the specified times: Monday through Friday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Log In To MyChart     Primary and Specialty Care Please call 775-982-5000 to request a visit with your provider. Call Now     Pediatric Care Many pediatric appointments are also available through virtual visits.  Please call 775-982-5000 to request a visit with your child’s established provider. You will also need to activate MyChart Proxy to access your child’s health information within MyChart. Sign in to MyChart to request this access using these instructions. Log In To MyChart

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Renown Neurosurgery Using a collaborative approach, our experts use leading-edge diagnostic tools to identify neurological conditions and treat them with the most effective surgical and non-surgical treatment techniques available.    What is a Neurosurgeon? A neurosurgeon is a doctor that specializes in surgical treatment and management of conditions for the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord and nerves. In addition to the nervous system, neurosurgeons can also treat conditions that impact the surrounding supporting structures, including your skull, spinal vertebrae, spinal disks, and blood vessels. If your care team determines surgery is the best plan of treatment, you will be referred to a neurosurgeon for consult. Conditions We Treat

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