While You Wait
Patient Belongings Storage
The front desk will be happy to store your patient's belongings while you wait. Use a pen to write the patient's name on the plastic belongings bag. Please carry the patient's valuables with you at all times.
Calling the Surgical Family Waiting Area
If you need to call the Surgical Family Waiting Area from another part of the Hospital, dial 5-7480 from any house phone. You may give the telephone number (215-955-7480) to others who may wish to speak briefly with you.
Pay Phones and Cell Phones
Pay phones are located in and near the waiting area if you need to make outside calls. Cell phone usage is permitted in all areas of the Hospital. Please do not use the front desk phones to make outside calls.
Refreshments
Complimentary coffee and tea is provided at the front of the room.
To Pass the Time
Magazines are available throughout the suite. The front desk has a selection of games, puzzles and some toys for children. Televisions are located only in the front portion of the suite and are limited to selected cable stations.
Computer Hook-Up
A dial-up line is available in the rear portion of the suite behind the round table.
Blankets and Pillows
Please ask the front desk.
Quiet and Privacy Rooms
The quiet room contains two reclining chairs if you wish to rest in privacy. The privacy room is available for the surgeons to speak to you confidentially. Please inquire at the front desk for use of these rooms.
We hope that you find this information helpful. We welcome your comments and suggestions.