Medical Examination

The medical examination is non-invasive, and is provided to assess the child’s health. The exam may also require the completion of laboratory work.

At TEDI BEAR, most exams are external and there are no painful procedures. Examinations are completed by a pediatrician or physician extender with special training in the treatment of children.

A child life specialist helps children to understand the process, and accompanies them during the exam. This helps to reduce their anxiety. Also, because TEDI BEAR is a child-centered facility, older children may be permitted to decide whether to have a parent or other adult accompany them during the examination.