An extra pull-out bed allows family members to stay there comfortably. Tests and procedures are performed in designated procedure rooms to preserve a sense of security and safety in the child's own room. Indeed, providing children with comfort and a sense of security helps them heal. The new children's hospital also reflects the developmentally specific needs of children of various ages. Separate play areas supervised by childlife specialists have been designed for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school-age children.
Adolescents occupy a separate floor and have their own activity lounge.
Mayo Eugenio Litta Children's Hospital is located near specialized imaging and other diagnostic equipment, and physical medicine and rehabilitative facilities. The hospital is also in close proximity to surgical suites, the Mayo Emergency Trauma Unit, the Mayo One heliport, and cardiovascular diagnostic and treatment areas. Much of the early pediatric practice at Mayo focused on childhood infections, broken bones, and physical deformities. Here, Dr. Charlie Mayo is pictured with a young friend. Mayo Clinic has provided inpatient and outpatient care for children and adolescents for 75 years.