The Youth-Patient Advisory Council (Y-PAC) at MUSC Children’s Health works to improve health care for children and their families. Y-PAC members advise staff and administrators on issues important to medical care, hospitalization, hospital environments and policy, through the eyes of a patient or sibling of a patient.
Mission statement
“To represent the patients’ voice, through advocacy and communication, enhancing how patients experience healthcare and environments at MUSC Children’s Health.”
Accomplishments
- Discussed and reviewed the layout and design of the new Children’s Hospital and Women’s Pavilion (CHWP)
- Collaborated with the new Pediatric IV Team to give input on patient preferences
- Gave suggestions and made selections for snack options, offered on inpatient units
- Gave input about room technology for the new CHWP
- Applied for and awarded Volunteer Advisory Grant FOR $2000 to create an optimal patient friendly experience in the Rutledge Tower pediatric blood draw lab
- Was featured in the Country Music TV special “Hometown Heroes” with Darius Rucker and participated in the unveiling of the new Child Life Teen Room
- Visited the CHWP site and painted a picnic table used by the construction team
- Shared opinions for artwork for the new SJCH Children’s Hospital
- Toured construction site of new hospital
Want to become a member? Membership guidelines
- Must be a patient or sibling of a patient at MUSC Children’s Health (13-18 years of age)
- Must be able to attend monthly Thursday evening Council meetings on a regular basis
- Willing to participate in hospital related special events
- Should be comfortable speaking in group setting and sharing thoughts and opinions with peers and health care team
- Live locally and family is able to provide transportation (all meetings will be held at MUSC)
How to join
- Complete Youth-Patient Advisor application (PDF)
- Attach a recommendation from someone other than a family member (doctor, health care team member, family friend)
Have questions about the Youth-Patient Advisory Council?
e-mail Betsy McMillan or call 843-792-7064