Patient & Visitor Information

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To help acquaint you with Paoli Hospital, our healthcare procedures and patient and guest services, we have prepared this patient information guide. We encourage you and your family to check out the links below to become familiar with all of our features and procedures -- including your Patient Rights and Responsibilities -- before you or your loved ones are admitted.

In addition to your physician and our nursing staff, our Patient Care Managers are here to assist you in any way they can. If you have a question or concern about your hospital stay in general, please call the Patient Advocate at 610-648-1098. All other hospital-related calls should be directed to 610-648-1000.

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Directions to Paoli Hospital

Obtain driving directions as well public transportation and airport information to Paoli Hospital. directions 

People Who Care for You

Our hospitals provide a wide range of medical services to meet virtually all your healthcare needs. From our extensive inpatient services to our wellness programs, all our healthcare services are provided by highly educated, qualified individuals. meet out team

Patient Safety In & Out of the Hospital

Safety and security are big issues today. There's one safety issue that is often less publicized, even though it's an important daily concern for all of us. That issue is "patient safety" - something that Paoli Hospital considers a priority. more

Your Accommodations

Find out everything you need to know about your hospital room from the temperature to calling your nurse. more 

Communication Services

Paoli Hospital offers you the opportunity to enjoy telephone and television service during your stay. view 

CarePages Help Paoli Hospital Patients and Loved Ones Stay Connected

CarePages are FREE private, personalized web pages that allow patients to stay in touch with family and friends during their hospital stay. Patients can post news updates and photos, send and receive messages, share patient information. more 

For Your Health

At Paoli Hospital, providing each patient and their family with information about their health, treatment options, and care plans is one of our primary focuses. Please help us meet your needs by letting us know if there is anything else we can do to help you understand your condition and plan of care. more

Visiting Hours

We realize that time with your family and friends is an enjoyable part of your day, but at Paoli Hospital our primary concern is your speedy recovery. Visiting hours vary from unit to unit so find out where and when you can visit with your family and friends. more

Gift Shop

Show a loved one that you care by sending them a gift from the Paoli Hospital Gift Shop. Visit us online to view selected merchandise or to request a delivery.

For Your Comfort and Convenience

Our hospital staff is committed to making your stay pleasant. If there is something additional we can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask. We'll do all we can to accommodate your request. more 

Maternity Information

Important Information regarding your newborn's nursery, birth certificate and security. more 

Discharge and Financial Arrangements

It is important that you consider your discharge plans almost immediately upon your hospital admission to ensure that arrangements are in place when you are medically ready for discharge. more

Important Information You Should Know

Additional patient information you should be aware of including organ donation, chaplaincy services, bioethics, legal concerns and patient complaints. more 

Patients Rights and Responsibilities

At Paoli Hospital, we believe that if patients understand their care, it contributes to their progress and recovery. We believe you have the right to know the hospital's rules and regulations that apply to your conduct as a patient. more

Telephone Directory

Important phone numbers you may need during your stay at Paoli Hospital. find 

Volunteering at Paoli Hospital

Enjoy helping others? Want to meet new friends? Have a few hours to share? Find out about the many opportunities Paoli Hospital has for you to volunteer and make a real difference in the lives of others. view 

Paoli Hospital Auxiliary

The Paoli Hospital Auxiliary is a group of volunteer women committed to promoting public relations and understanding to Paoli Hospital; to provide volunteer service for the Hospital; and to raise funds for the Hospital through various approved ways. more

Wireless Internet Access

Patients and visitors at Paoli Hospital can now connect wirelessly to the World Wide Web from their laptop computers and PDA's. Keep in touch with work, family, friends and current events during your hospital stay or while sitting in one of our waiting areas. more

Pain Management

Paoli Hospital is committed to providing high quality, safe pain management for all patients. Learn more about the many types of pain, tips to get the best pain relief, and other important information. more 

Authorization for Discharge of Health Information

Download and print out instructions and forms authorizing Paoli Hospital to release your patient and medical records to the persons and parties of your choice. (PDF document. Adobe Acrobat required). forms 

Autologous Blood Donation

For individuals wishing to use their own blood for upcoming surgery-related transfusions at Paoli Hospital, the American Red Cross offers the option of autologous blood donations. The procedure is an option only for elective surgery. All donors must meet American Red Cross medical criteria. A physician's written prescription is required for autologous donations. Ask your surgeon for more information or call 1-800-35-BLOOD.