Childhood is a time to be free, to explore the world, to laugh, to feel good. People like the physicians, nurses and staff who make up the Pediatrics Department at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. The pediatricians on staff at ABMC are specialists who diagnose and treat a comprehensive range of illnesses and injuries affecting children. Together, they offer children the highly specialized medical care they need, touched with compassion. Because children feel more comfortable at home, our Pediatrics Department has been decorated with this in mind.
Vibrant colors splash the walls and shout a happy welcome.
Friendly lions, antelopes, monkeys and other jungle creatures form a border through the hallways and patient rooms. Wallpapers, reminiscent of home, brighten the entire department. The food is also kid-pleasing. Favorites like grilled cheese, hamburgers, macaroni and cheese, and hot dogs are on the menu and cereal, Popsicles and ice cream are always available. It's a friendly, cheerful spot where parents can take their children and supervise them as they doodle on a large drawing board, bring hand puppets to life, color pictures at a desk that's just their size, page through books or play with toys.