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Dr. Harer focuses on the care of infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. He completed a pediatric residency at UW-Madison and a neonatology fellowship at the University of Virginia.

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American Family Children's Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

UnityPoint Health - Meriter Newborn Intensive Care Unit

Matthew W. Harer

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Pediatrics

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A world-class NICU at American Family Children's Hospital

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Plenty of Room

Our spacious, colorful rooms are big enough to accommodate families, many of whom “move in” with us while their child is hospitalized. A sofa-sleeper in each room allows a parent or caregiver to spend the night alongside their child.

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Salon care

Our Positive Image Center allows children to ease anxiety during their stay. Salon services include haircuts and styles, temporary hair coloring, hair sparkles and feathers, wig fitting and application, nail painting and make-up application. 

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Please use the American Family Children’s Hospital parking ramp at 1675 Highland Ave., Madison WI  53792. For clinic appointments, bring your parking ticket inside for validation. If staying overnight, you’ll receive up to two free parking passes.

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Visitors

Up to two primary support persons are allowed with a child either in the hospital or for clinic visit. No siblings or other visitors are currently allowed due to COVID-19. A patient’s care team may make compassionate exceptions when appropriate. 

Care for siblings

Unfortunately, our sibling care service – normally available to siblings of patients ages 3-12 – is currently closed due to COVID-19. We look forward to resuming this service.

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Meriter offers several dining options for patients and visitors. Patients may order room service meals for delivery anytime between 6:30 a.m. and 7:00 pm.

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Located near the cafeteria and on most patient floors -- offer snacks, sandwiches and beverages 24 hours a day, with cash and credit cards accepted. 

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Matthew W. Harer, MD

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American Family Children's HospitalNeonatal Intensive Care Unit

UnityPoint Health - MeriterNewborn Intensive Care Unit

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