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Finding out that your baby may be born early (preterm) can bring up many emotions. This handout discusses the many concerns that families must deal with when they are told that their baby may be born at 33 to 36 weeks gestation. It includes "Talking About What May Happen," "Quality of Life," "Making Decisions," and a large section on a preterm baby's  health and care needs.

This section of the Guide to Your Head and Neck Cancer Treatment gives details about scheduling a clinic visit after surgery, and what happens at that first clinic visit. Issues related to nutrition and medical alert jewelry are also covered.

This handout explains the different care options for cancer patients. It describes home healthcare, in-home caregiving, adult day health programs, skilled nursing facilities, and more.

After you leave the hospital, many people may help with your recovery. This handout explains who they are and what they do. Let us know if you have any questions about your care team. We are here to support you and help you reach your health goals.

This handout lists the members of your care team at the Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) program at the Heart Institute at University of Washington Medical Center. It explains the roles of the attending doctor, the advanced registered nurse practitioner (ARNP), fellows, residents, and medical students in your care. 

This handout is a chapter in the Spine Care Companion. It gives spinal procedures patients an overview of who their healthcare team members are and how to contact them.

This document is part of the "Rehab and Beyond" manual. It explains the different members of the rehab care team and their roles. The care team includes the patient, medical and nursing staffs, allied health professionals, support staff, peer mentors, caregivers, and advocates.

This handout is for patients having a diagnostic angiogram at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. It explains where to check in for your procedure, how to prepare, and what to expect. (This pdf form allows providers to fill in the procedure date, arrival time, and surgeon's name.)