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Gerry Frank Center for Children's Care

2327.7 miles away
503-216-KIDS (5437)

The Gerry Frank Center for Children’s Care is designed for and exclusively cares for children. Located within Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, we provide pediatric surgery and procedures with a family-focused approach. This includes treatment, education and emotional support, along with advanced technology and a child-friendly environment with specially equipped rooms for children.

Children and their families feel safe and supported as our experts make your experience as pleasant as possible. We are experienced in caring for children who have special health care needs and tailor our approach to the unique needs of each child.  

Our team includes: 

We provide pediatric surgery and procedures with a family-focused approach. 

Our pediatric surgical services include: 

  • General surgery
  • Ear, nose and throat 
  • Dental  
  • Urology 
  • Oral maxillofacial 
  • Ophthalmology 
  • Orthopedics 
  • Plastics 
  • Gastroenterology 

Some of our most-common surgeries include: 

  • Minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy, arthroscopy, endoscopy) 
  • Fractures and sports injuries 
  • Appendectomies 
  • Hernia repairs 
  • Circumcisions 
  • Eye surgery 
  • Dental surgery 
  • Cleft palate repair 
  • Ear tubes 
  • Tonsillectomies

Some of our most-common non-surgical procedures include:

  • Colonoscopies and endoscopies 
  • Sedation for MRIs and other imaging 
  • Sedated hearing tests and EEGs 
  • Infusions 
  • Endocrine studies 
  • Lab draws and vaccines requiring minimal sedation 

You can take steps to be ready for your child’s surgery by reading and following all instructions from your doctor. Learn more about what to expect:

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