Facility Dogs Aid Pediatric Patients at Maimonides Medical Center
What happened
Facility dogs, such as Polly and Lev, are used at Maimonides Medical Center and Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein in New York City to assist pediatric cancer patients. These specially trained canines help children manage anxiety and reduce tremors during difficult medical experiences. A 2023 study noted that 73% of medical staff who observed facility dogs reported they helped patients gain cooperation with treatment.
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Why it matters
The presence of these dogs helps ease the emotional stress of serious illness for children and their families. Experts note that these animals provide emotional support, which can improve a patient's ability to cope with frightening medical procedures.
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Who's involved
- Maimonides Medical CenterHospital where facility dogs provide emotional support to pediatric patients
- New York CityLocation of Maimonides Medical Center and Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Maimonides Medical CenterSpeculative
The medical center might see improved operational efficiency and lower costs due to better patient cooperation during treatments.
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