With the goal of returning patients to greater functioning and better quality of life, the Pain Day Hospitial provides intensive assessment and treatment for individuals with chronic pain who might otherwise require hospitalization. It offers an alternative to hospitalization for those individuals for whom outpatient treatment has been ineffective. It can also be used as a transition for inpatients prior to returning home, thus decreasing the length of inpatient hospitalization.
Individuals attend the Day Hospital from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. As patients progress and meet intermediate goals, they may participate on a part-time basis. The Day Hospital is located on the 6th floor of the Meyer Building at The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
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The Pain Day Hospital strives:
- to increase the patient’s functional ability to the highest possible level
- to decrease the length of inpatient hospitalization for chronic pain
- to provide a smooth transition from inpatient to outpatient treatment
- to promote an understanding of the requirements of outpatient treatment
- to facilitate reestablishing relationships of the patient with family, work, and community
- to provide additional education and support for patients and families
The Pain Day Hospital provides the same treatment principles, approach and team members as those for the Pain Inpatient Service.
To arrange an admission, contact Jim Merritt, the admissions coordinator at 410-955-8069 or FAX 410-955-6155. For further information regarding inpatient admissions, please visit the Adult Psychiatry Admissions for The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
