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Galter and Feinberg Pavilions

Patient Rooms
All of our patient rooms are private with furnishings and decorations to give a warm and comfortable feel. Room features include:

Comfort

• Windows that fill up almost an entire wall to allow the sunlight in and low enough for patients to see out while lying in bed
• Window seats that convert to a twin bed for family members to stay overnight
• Shelves next to the window seat for cards and flowers
• Separate lighting to allow staff members to work in the rooms without disturbing patients by turning on an overhead light
• A television positioned for optimal visibility
  
  

Safety

• Safety lighting along the floor of each patient room as well as the halls
• Private climate control
• Sinks in each patient room for immediate hand washing
• Shower seats in each bathroom
  
  

Accessibility

• Bathroom doors are wider than normal for wheelchairs, walkers and nurse assistance
• The spacious rooms allow a 360 degree turn in a wheelchair or walker possible
  
  

Communication

• Marker boards in each room for patients/families to leave information/questions for rounding physicians and their caregivers
• A bulletin board type strip on the wall to hang cards
  
  

• Telephone
  on this phone you are able to make:
• Calls within the hospital
• Local calls
• Long distance calls (for a fee)
  
  

• Language and Communication Assistance
  If you are hearing impaired, Patient Representatives can help provide you with a telecommunications device for the deaf (TTD). Patient Representatives also can help with interpreters and special two-way language line telephones if you need language assistance to communicate effectively with your caregiver. Dial 6-3112 for assistance.
  
  
• Cell Phones
  Cell phones can be used in inpatient rooms, waiting rooms and in public spaces. Cell phones are not allowed in some patient care areas where diagnostic procedures or treatment takes place.