The donor usually remains in the hospital for about a week. After liver transplant surgery, the child is taken to the Whitney Houston Pediatric Special Care Unit. This unit features the medical expertise and advanced technology to care for the most critically ill children. The staff also practices a family-centered care approach that involves the child's family. Parents have 24-hour access to their child and are encouraged to be at the bedside and to participate in the child's care.
Parents also are regularly updated and consulted during treatment.
Television, videos, books, toys, and a playroom are available.