No Fear of the Doctor: Rush to Vienna's Teddy Bear Hospital

Hundreds of children brought their teddy bears, other favourite stuffed animals or dolls to the Teddy Bear Hospital in Vienna on Tuesday. The "special hospital", operated by MedUni Vienna, Austrian Students' Association (AMSA), Vienna Medical Association and the Academic Association of Austrian Pharmacists during the pre-Christmas period, is designed to alleviate the fear of doctor visits and hospital stays. It will remain open until Thursday.

Children with Stuffed Animals Stormed Teddy Bear Hospital in Vienna

In lovingly designed clinics, the stuffed animals and dolls are examined, treated and even "operated" on by assistant doctors. The president of the Chamber for Doctors in Vienna, Johannes Steinhart, and Anita Holzinger, curriculum director of dentistry at MedUni Vienna, actively supported X-ray examinations and procedures.

The "Teddy Docs", students of MedUni Vienna, look after the children and their brought along "patients". A real hospital visit is simulated: There is an admission station, an emergency clinic, a dental clinic and operating rooms. An EKG or a CT scan can be done. The children are involved as little assistant doctors.

Vienna "Special Hospital" Takes Place for the 21st Time

The mornings are reserved for registered school classes, in the afternoon children can spontaneously come by with their teddies. The popular action is taking place for the 21st time this year.

Teddy Bear Hospital 2024
Chamber for Doctors in Vienna, Weihburggasse 10-12, 1010 Vienna, 1st floor
open until December 5th, 9.00-12.00 or 13.00-16.00
Admission free, suitable for children between four and eight years
No registration required for individuals, house or sports shoes should be brought along

(APA/Red)

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