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Visiting Hours

Visits from relatives and close friends are an important element in a patient’s recovery, yet patient care is our primary concern. To keep the hospital comfortable and quiet for all patients, visitors are asked to observe the following regulations.

  • Please respect the wishes of the patient regarding the length of the visitation he or she would like.
  • Please do not visit any patient if you have an infec-tious illness such as a cold or the ?u. Do not bring children who may be ill.
  • Children are welcome to visit patients if an adult accompanies them. We ask that you limit visitors and keep noise levels to a minimum in respect for other patients.
  • Visitors should respect the patient’s right to privacy by leaving the room during tests or treatments, or when the doctor or caregiver needs to see the patient.

Medical/Surgical
Visiting hours are open. A family member will be allowed to stay with the patient, day or night, if the patient’s condition warrants constant attention. Pediatric patients may have a family member with them at all times.

Obstetrical
Fathers or support person are welcome to stay anytime. Grandparents and immediate family visiting hours are 10 am to 7 pm. Friends and other visitors are welcome 11 am to 7 pm.

Hospice
Family and friends may visit a hospice patient at any time.

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Palo Alto County Health System | 3201 First Street | Emmetsburg, Iowa 50536 | 712-852-5500

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