Where do teddy bears go when they are sick or injured? The hospital of course! INTEGRIS Health Children’s at Baptist Medical Center recently held its annual Teddy Bear Clinic.
Where do teddy bears go when they are sick or injured? The hospital of course! INTEGRIS Health Children’s at Baptist Medical Center recently held its annual Teddy Bear Clinic.
Children were encouraged to bring a teddy bear or their favorite stuffed animal from home to participate in the event. The kiddos were able to give their teddy bear a “check-up” using real medical equipment, temporary tattoos and stickers.
“The idea is to make children feel more comfortable in a medical environment,” says Ashley Ochs, the child life manager at INTEGRIS Health Children’s. “The Teddy Bear Clinic is designed as a hands on experience, learning about medical equipment they may see at the doctor or hospital. The event also allows kids to pretend to be a doctor. Practicing and learning with their favorite stuffed animal helps empower them!”
Teddy bears were given to children who didn’t have one. The event was open to pediatric patients, visitors and the children of INTEGRIS Health caregivers.
