The pediatric surgery team provides a wide spectrum of surgical services in a state-of-the-art facility designed for efficiency and optimal patient outcomes. The team specializes in managing trauma cases for patients 12 and under and procedures span a variety of conditions, including congenital anomalies, abdominal and thoracic surgeries, tumors, and emergency care. ECMO services are provided and CHOG is one of only two centers in the state offering this critical care option. Transplant surgeries are not part of the practice scope.
There is currently volume for 3.5 FTE, but the group wants to have 4 FTE to maintain a healthier lifestyle and be able to increase our availability to patients.
The department operates with a mix of half-day clinics and full-day operating schedules, with surgeons typically conducting two to three days of surgery and one to two half-day clinics per week. This ensures a manageable workload, even with the high volume of surgical cases currently handled by the team.
Surgical Team: There is an anesthesiologist, a surgeon, a resident, a nurse, a technician, someone that cleans the room and the recovery team. This creates a culture of safety where anyone can speak up. No hierarchy. Patient safety is number one for everyone.
The on-call structure emphasizes balance and quality of life. Surgeons are on home call, supported by residents who handle first-call responsibilities. This structure allows for rest and recovery during off-call periods. The surgical department fosters a collaborative culture. In the operating room, all team members, including anesthesiologists, nurses, and technicians, work together as equals, maintaining a “team-first” philosophy. This ensures safety and quality care while creating an environment of mutual respect.
In-house pharmacy with meds to beds program.
The hospital’s operating rooms are meticulously planned to minimize the distance between critical areas, such as the operating suites and the clinic, fostering seamless patient care. Surgeons benefit from excellent turnaround times in the operating rooms, averaging just 20 minutes. This ensures operational efficiency and allows for higher case volume when needed.