Visiting
Hours
Visiting
hours can be good medicine for patients. Family members
and friends are welcome to visit; however, patient care
is our primary concern at McDonough District Hospital, and,
in order to enhance the quality of care, specific visiting
hours and regulations have been established for each care
area.
General
guidelines for visitors:
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Condition
Reports
Any
personal information about the patient’s diagnosis
and treatment must come from the patient’s physician,
and this information is only available to members of the
immediate family whom the patient has designated to receive
it.
Gifts
for Patients
We
request that visitors check with the nurse before bringing
gifts of food or drink to patients. Some patients may be
on special diets ordered by their physician. On the Intensive
Care Unit, please check with the nurse before taking flowers
into the patient’s room.
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Gift
Shop
The
Gift Shop, staffed by volunteers, is open from 9 a.m. to
8 p.m. The shop has a variety of gift items, including jewelry,
magazines, greeting cards, candy, toiletries, flowers, and
plants.
Cafeteria
The
cafeteria at McDonough District Hospital is located on the
lower level and is open daily from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. A
variety of entrees are served daily. Additionally, burgers,
hot sandwiches, grilled items, soup, salads, and an assortment
of desserts are available.
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Coin
Café
Vending
machines for snacks, meals, and beverages are located just
outside the cafeteria in the lower level. This area is open
24 hours a day.
Waiting
Areas
There
are designated waiting rooms in each care area. Please ask
a staff member to direct you to the appropriate waiting
room.
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Hospitality
Home
The
Larry T. Westervelt Home offers convenient, short-term accommodations
in a relaxed setting for patient’s families. There are four bedrooms (including
a handicapped accessible room), each with its own private bath. The home also
features a great room that opens to a patio. There are kitchen facilities and
a washer and dryer. Guests are encouraged to feel at home. A nominal fee is charged
for these accommodations; however, we welcome all individuals in need, regardless
of their ability to pay. For more information about staying at the Westervelt
Home, please contact Advocacy Services at extension 3260, or ask any member of
the MDH staff for assistance.
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Gardens
McDonough
District Hospital is proud of our outdoor sitting gardens.
You will find two located on the grounds. The Pendell Garden
is adjacent to our parking lot, and one is located on a
second floor balcony. We encourage you to take advantage
of these two areas.
Chapel
The
chapel is located on the first floor adjacent to the main
entrance. Visitors of all faiths are welcome to the chapel
for prayer or meditation.
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Transportation
| Barry’s
Taxi |
833-1700 |
| American
Red Cross Transportation |
833-5378 |
| Go
West Bus Service |
ask
for a route schedule |
Parking
Parking
for patients and visitors is available in the lot directly
in front of the hospital’s main entrance. Parking is
available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All parking
is free. Patients and visitors are strongly encouraged not
to park in restricted areas, as these are designed for patient
pick up or for emergencies. If you feel you need an escort
to your car after dark, please ask a staff member to call
security for you.
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