Pounce Helps Children Prepare for Surgery

Come with Pounce, the lion cub, as he learns what happens when a child needs surgery. Follow Pounce as he prepares for, and goes through his own surgery, living the life of a child, in a magical place called Tell Me Town. Follow Pounce as he meets his anesthesiologist (Dr. Dreamtime), and the other medical professionals who gently guide him every step of the way, with kindness and compassion.

 

“This is a lovely book that explains many of the scariest aspects of going to the hospital and having surgery. While not all anesthesia practices are the same, this does a nice job going over some of the options. Always call your local Dr. “Dreamtime” if you have any questions about your anesthesia.” 

Rita Agarwal MD, FAAP 

Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology, Stanford Children’s Hospital 

 

“ This book is a wonderful contribution to soothing the anxiety associated with surgery in the eyes of children. The authors are to be congratulated. I would encourage surgeons who operate on children to consider using it in their practice. I would “Pounce” on getting this for my patients.” 

David B. Hoyt, MD, FACS 

Executive Director, American College of Surgeons 

 

“ What a great idea. This book is a wonderful way to connect the surgical experience with young children and ease their fears. I highly endorse this book.” 

Dr. Daniel Cole, MD.

Past President, American Society of Anesthesiologists 

 

“ The Tell Me Town Book, using Pounce and Beamer to tell the story of Dr. Dreamtime anesthetizing Pounce, is a wonderful story for children and parents about the technical details of an anesthetic, told in an enjoyable manner. As an anesthesiologist, parent and grandparent, I wish it was around when I was sending my children and grandchildren to the operating room.” 

David L. Brown, MD, FACHE(R) 

Founder and CEO, Curadux, Former Chair, Anesthesiology Institute, Cleveland Clinic 

 

“Pounce helps anxious children prepare for surgery with colorful illustrations and an engaging text.” 

Brian K. Reilly, MD, FACS, FAAP 

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Otolaryngology, Children’s National Medical Center