An intensive care unit is a specialized hospital ward reserved for serious circumstances. Learn more about what they do, what to expect when you visit, and more.

During the pandemic, Joanna Patchett spent 18 harrowing months in the intensive care unit. She discovered that medicine isn’t just about science — it’s also about heart.

A pediatric intensive care unit nurse works closely with you and your child. They usually have fewer patients to care for at one time than nurses in other departments, so they spend more time with ...