Regional Anesthesia Program

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Anesthesia and pain management are important aspects of care for children undergoing surgical procedures. Regional anesthetics play an integral role in pain management and can supplement or even replace traditional general anesthesia. These techniques provide a focused anesthetic to a specific part of your child's body, without requiring a full general anesthetic. They have been shown to improve outcomes in children who have undergone surgery, including fewer side effects, faster recovery and less time in the hospital compared with general anesthesia. They can also limit or eliminate the need for pain medications such as opioid drugs and other narcotics.