Whether Paddington has a headache or Elmo’s caught a cold, doctors, nurses, clinicians and other hospital staff will be on hand to treat children’s favorite toys at Greenwich Hospital’s 17th Annual Teddy Bear Clinic on Sunday, Oct. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. This free, family event offers hand-on experiences that teach children about hospitals and medical procedures, and help lessen fear of doctors.
Children aged three to 12 are invited to bring their favorite stuffed toy or doll for evaluation and treatment by Greenwich Hospital staff at more than 20 specialty tables. Each child receives a passport that is stamped as they visit the different department tables. First stop is admitting for an ID bracelet, and then it’s on to the check-up table for weighing and measuring. Emergency personnel will be ready to take care of sprains, bumps and bruises, and the operating room team will be scrubbed and ready for surgery. In addition, children learn about diagnostic imaging, medical technology and many other health and wellness topics. The festivities will be held rain or shine and include appearances by event mascot Dr. Ted E. Bear, a tour of an ambulance, giveaways and healthy snacks.
The clinic will be set up under tents in the parking lot of the Greenwich Medical Building at 49 Lake Avenue. Visitor parking will be available in the hospital’s staff parking lot next door.
For more information, visit Greenwichhospital.org
